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Travelers looking for more than the standard itinerary will find many unique options in this newly updated, award-winning all-island guide. While most conventional guides include only the obvious highlights, the seventh edition of Moon Handbooks Hawaii offers a comprehensive look at the Big Island, Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Kahoolawe, Lanai, Molokai, and Niihau with an insider's perspective on must-see attractions and undiscovered gems worth seeking out. Author Robert Nilsen provides an in-depth look at the history, culture, characteristics and charms of each island, an extensive focus on sports and recreation, and coverage of offbeat and often neglected destinations including hikes through lava tubes and craters, the liveliest festivals, and the quietest beaches. Packed with fresh coverage of new restaurants, tours, inter-island travel, and accommodations, as well as color maps, photos, and insightful sidebars, the seventh edition of Moon Handbooks Hawaii contains all the pertinent particulars for planning an enriching and extraordinary Hawaiian getaway.
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Very good.......2007-04-05
The only thing it is missing is a Don't Miss section. I would have preferred if he did some kind of rating for what he liked. But excellent otherwise
THE ONLY TRAVEL BOOK FOR HAWAII YOU NEED TO USE.......2007-01-04
This book is an excellent guide to all of Hawaii. From the great maps to the history, people, government, arts and music, and even the language. This is not your usual travel guide - it has so much info in it going above and beyond any other travel guide to the Islands.
It is a thick book to take with you, but well worth it. You will not be disappointed.
Best guide to Hawaii in print.......2006-03-01
Obviously includes all the "A" list sites but everything else.
If you get bored, don't blame this book.
A Good Full Overview.......2006-02-27
Even though this is thick and heavy, it was not as cumbersome as I thought it would be. The index is excellent. I read it in my room everyday before taking off for hither and yon. I visited Oahu and Maui and especially enjoyed my days in Honolulu because of all the history and beautiful Iolani Palace grounds.
SO WHAT if it's over a thousand pages? BUY IT!.......2004-09-28
If you want to take a G-rated Hawaii vacation with the spouse and kiddies, this book tells you how to do that. If you want to leave Wifey (or Hubby) back at the hotel and have an X-rated night in Hawaii, this book helps there, too. If you want to visit all the places that the locals know about but never mention to the tourists, then you definitely want this book. And if you read the first part of this book on the flight from the Mainland to the Islands, you'll know the basics about Hawaii, and you'll actually appreciate what the tour guide shows you and tells you.
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- Outstanding Maui Guide Book
- 15 Years, 3 Editions, Never Missed A Beat
- Will Make Your Trip Soo Much More Enjoyable
- A Real Guidebook
- Our Number Two Maui Guide
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Experience the sunrise from the edge of the Haleakala Crater basin, kayak to a shipwreck on Lanai's north shore reef, or explore the little-visited island of Molokai. Travelers looking for more than the standard itinerary will find many unique options in this completely updated guide. While most conventional guides include only the obvious highlights, Moon Handbooks Maui covers the entire island in all its magnificent diversity with an insider's perspective on must-see attractions and undiscovered gems worth seeking out. Author Robert Nilsen provides an in-depth look at the history, culture, and legends of Maui, details on sports and recreation, coverage of offbeat destinations, and a thorough introduction to the islands of Lanai and Molokai. Packed with fresh coverage of new restaurants, tours, transportation, and accommodations, as well as detailed maps, photos, and insightful sidebars, the seventh edition of Moon Handbooks Maui contains all the pertinent particulars for planning an enriching and extraordinary tropical getaway.
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Outstanding Maui Guide Book.......2004-06-26
This book contains a plethora of information about Hawaii. It has a break down of each part of the Island, activities to go do, and even lists shop names for making reservations or locating once you get to the island. My wife and I have found this book to be very helpful in our planning.
15 Years, 3 Editions, Never Missed A Beat.......2003-12-29
My wife and I have used the Moon: Maui book over three different editions from 1985 until relocating permanently in '99. One copy has been to the island three times, lent to friends. There is no part of the island left uncovered, and authors provide good insight on how to be pleasant guest and not get yourself into unpleasant situations.
This is quite unlike "Maui Revealed", which is quickly becoming "Maui Reviled" for locals. This perception is driven by a considerable increase in trespassing on private property to and bodily waste at spots that used to be local favorites, caused in large part by masses of visitors cluching M.R.
Stick with the Moon: Maui book, and you'll avoid a lot of unnecessary stink eye.
Will Make Your Trip Soo Much More Enjoyable.......2002-10-13
You're spending 1,000-2,000 bucks to go to Maui -- go ahead and spend 20 bucks to have your own in-depth personal tourguide.
This handbook helped make for one of the best vacations of my life. The "insider" information is absolutely indispensible. For instance, there are many, many beaches on Maui, but there are many, many different kinds of beaches. Some with murky water. Some with huge waves. Some not navigable unless you swim beyond volcanic rocks. But there are one or two absolutely perfect beachs. And the Moon Handbook explains it. My girlfriend and I found the beach in front of the Sheraton at Ka'anapali to be the best all-aorund beach. We waded out into the calm waters and swam with sea turtles, right there in front of the Sheraton. This handbook explains, though the "little" details like, parking is difficult near the Sheraton so where to park, what the rates are, even shortcuts between buildings and such. This kind of info is just completely impossible to get anywhere else.
There are discussions of the personalities of various snorkle tour boat crews -- from adventurous, to laid-back. Some snorkle boats provide lunch, others don't. All this info is in the Moon Handbook.
We checked out Haleakala Mountain and Red Hill. With the handbook, we found how to get to Iao Needle. We found which Luau Party was the best for us, etc. Which restaurants to go to. Where to shop in Lahaina. The Sugar Cane Train for an easy-going afternoon. A drive out by the blow-holes on the NW end of the island.
I highly recommend this book before going to Maui. If you don't feel like shelling out 20 bucks, another option is always looking into your local library. Most good public libraries carry Moon Handbooks and they're absolutely free. A must before traveling to Maui, the Valley Island! (the 6th edition also includes info on the islands of Lana'i across the Auau Channel and Moloka'i)
Happy vacationing!
Stacey
A Real Guidebook.......2001-12-04
This book is written for intelligent and inquisitive tourists who want to really understand what Mauai is all about. It outshines Mauai Revealed by 100%. I found myself using it every day as it offered a far more indepth look at places not found in any other tourist publication. If flash and hype are not your style, buy this book. Good index, well written, excellent maps. It had plenty of things to do to keep me amazed every day of my two week vacation.
Our Number Two Maui Guide.......2001-01-28
Until Andrew Doughty's "Maui Revealed" was released, this Moon handbook was the best you could get. We used it on our first trip to Maui. Like other Moon Handbooks, it is rich in history and background info, but the practical detail can't compare to "Maui Revealed." We now use this Moon Handbook mainly as a supplement for historical background -- still useful but not our first source. (Most other Maui guides are superficial rubbish.)
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If you're keen on delving into Hawaiian culture and history, you'll do well with the Moon Handbooks' guide to the Big Island (which also includes a chapter on Hawaii Volcanoes National Park). Moon offers an amazingly thorough look at this Polynesian island--from the arrival of the first settlers to Captain James Cook's landing, all the way up to Pearl Harbor and statehood in 1959. The body of the book discusses what to do and see, and where to stay and eat in the major tourist areas, including Kona (with its vast coffee plantations and palm-studded beaches), Hilo (with lush botanical gardens), and Puna (rich in lava fields spewed from the still-active Kilauea Volcano). Throughout, you'll find descriptions of Hawaiian hallmarks (hula dances, leis, luaus) as well as a chapter on sports and recreation, including where to hike, canoe, snorkel, surf--even ski (Mauna Kea is snow-capped in winter). The "Flora & Fauna" chapter identifies indigenous animals such as the Hawaiian thrush and the endangered monk seal. There are also plenty of tips to make your trip as seamless as possible, from a list of common Hawaiian words (think lots of vowels) to favorite tropical drinks such as the Chi Chi (vodka with pineapple juice and coconut syrup). --Jill Fergus
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Like a mini-continent on its own, Hawaii's multi-faceted land boasts parched deserts, jet-black sand beaches, snow-covered mountains, lush valleys, and countless waterfalls. With special emphasis on leading destinations such as Waipio Valley, Kilauea Volcano, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, the north coast of Hilo, Waimea, and the beaches of Kona-Kohala coast, Moon Big Island of Hawai'i provides you with the essential details needed to discover all the can't miss sights, attractions, and restaurants on this stunning island, while including lesser-known and local hotspots.
With firsthand experience and honest insight, expert author Robert Nilsen provides you with all the tools you need to create your own unique experience. Robert's fun and creative travel suggestions can help you plan your perfect trip:
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What You Want In a Guidebook.......2007-02-09
Obviously, from the reviews here, people want/expect different things from their guidebooks but my wife and I have done a lot of traveling to a lot of places and found this one of the best we've ever used.
This book covers everything a traveler could need -- where to stay, where to eat, where to shop; and whatever your taste in activities, from museums to water sports, from golf to horticulture, it's well covered here, with full details of the where, the when, the phone number, and any little quirky info like "avoid Tuesdays," or "be aware of the riptides." (Is there anybody out there who WOULDN'T want to know there are riptides?)
It's also very comprehensive -- not too surprising, of course, when it only has to cover a relatively small island - some books this size cover a whole country!
A compact, information-laden guide that no traveler to Hawai'i's Big Island should be without........2006-12-09
Big Island of Hawai'i Including Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is the Moon Handbooks guide for tourists and travelers, and like all books in the Moon series, is packed cover to cover with absolutely everything one needs to know to make the most of a Hawai'i vacation or business trip. Focusing specifically on Hawai'i's Big Island rather than the rest of the chain, chapters cover Kona, South Kohala, North Kohala, The Saddle Road, Hamakua Coast, Hilo, Puna, and Ka'u and Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. From tips for getting around to health and safety advice to extensive directions, maps, black-and-white photographs, recommended hotels, hours for ideal eateries and gift shops, sports and recreation facilities, and much more, Big Island of Hawai'i is a compact, information-laden guide that no traveler to Hawai'i's Big Island should be without.
The Best of the Best.......2006-09-23
I have found on 3 previous trips to the Big Island, in recent years that, Robert Nilsen's "Moon Big Island of Hawai'i" is vastly superior and is
"The Best of the Best" when comparing the many others that are on the
market, including some well known ones. This being the 3rd updated edition that we have used, we find it to be very up to date and that is sometimes very hard to do, when business's seem to change overnight, at times on the Big Island. His writing skills allow for easy reading
and enjoyment, while showing his knowledge and love for the Big Island. Mr Nilson takes pride in the work that he does and when there seems to be an issue, with one of his recommendations, he takes the time to acknowledge your etter and sees to it that, if the issue is true, his recommendation will change in the next updated edition.
My recommendation: This is a needed book on any venture to the Big Island of Hawai'i, whether your 1st, your 10th or more, as it is "The Best of the Best!!!!" You will find it well worn, upon your return, and may have friends and family wanting to borrow it for their trip,as well!
Heavy.......2003-10-30
I like a guidebook with lots of pictures and detailed maps and this one lacks both. Knowing exactly where I am when I'm driving is probably my number one necessity. For armchair traveling and tourists with time to read this 400 page book provides interesting background.
For those who really want to know Hawaii.......2000-08-30
This book was a gift to me. I would never have purchased such a stodgy looking guide if I saw it in the bookstore. I actually got the larger Hawaii Handbook covering all of the Hawaiian islands. This book is the Big Island section of that book and includes comprehensive general Hawaiian island information as well. If someone is planning a multiple island trip they should go for the bigger book. Even if you are not going to Hawaii but want to know about Hawaii get this one. I devoured this book during the long flight to Hawaii and must say it was by far the very best travel guide that I have ever read and used to any destination. (And I have read them all.) It is so comprehensive and the writing is so well done that reading all of the information was almost like reading a page turner novel for me. I could not get enough. Once we were in Hawaii we found this guide totally indispensible. We traveled with a few other nice guides but, with all of their color photograpy and fancy maps, eventually this one was the only one we felt was worthwhile. (You can get all the maps you will ever need once you get there.) After touring extensively I read it with even more interest on the long flight home. We plan to return to tour just the Big Island and this is the one we will bring. It is not glitzy it is the real thing. Enjoy.
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Since it's creation in 1973, the award-winning Moon Handbooks series has become a top choice among travelers who want a unique experience, a new perspective—and a few new stories to tell. Want to know about your destination's history, culture, and social issues? Looking for the lowdown on recreational opportunities, dining and accommodations options, and the most interesting regional sights and entertainment? No problem. Big or small, mainstream or obscure, every worthwhile detail is included in these books. Covering the Americas, Asia, and the Pacific, Moon Handbooks give you the tools to create a travel strategy that's yours alone. The result? A more personal, entirely uncommon, and ultimately more satisfying travel experience. Moon Handbooks: Kaua'i contains all the information a traveler needs, including opinionated reviews of a wide variety of accommodations and dining options, from B&Bs to luxury resorts and from beachside snack shacks to lu'au; an in-depth look at the island's culture and history, along with Hawaiian-language and pidgin phrase guides information on outdoors activities, such as surfing the waves of Hanalei Bay, hiking the Kalalau Trail, and deep-sea fishing around Ni'ihau, and details on interisland transportation and easy-to-use maps.
Customer Reviews:
This One Goes In the Suitcase.......2004-05-13
There may be other travel books that offer glossier photos or more detailed restaurant reviews, but for historical perspective, interesting tidbits of information, and honest opinions it is hard to beat the Moon series of travel guides. The accommodations sections include many cottages and B&B's, which we prefer above hotels and condos. My Kauai book has gone on two trips with me; the last time it was the only one of five guidebooks to make it past the packing cut and into the suitcase.
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Fun in the sun, mondo surf, and scenic road trips await the visitor to this popular Hawaiian island. Completely updated and revised, the fifth edition of Moon Handbooks O'ahu provides all the details for planning a perfect tropical getaway. Looking for more than the standard itinerary? Explore the Wai'anae coast, the last bastion of native Hawaiian culture on the island; find serenity at the Byodo-In Temple, a superbly appointed replica of the 900-year old Byodo-In of Uji, Japan; or take a day-trip to the North Shore, a surfing haven. Author Robert Nilsen provides comprehensive information on accommodations, dining, sights, and recreation, covering a wide range of budgets and personal interests. Filled with maps, color photographs, detailed descriptions of the island's flora and fauna, and a complete coverage of Oahu's cultural and political history, Moon Handbooks Oah'u is an essential item for any traveler looking to make the most of this lovely island.
Customer Reviews:
Great travel guide.......2005-02-02
Unlike other readers, I couldn't be more impressed with the Moon book series, and this one was equally good. Accurately described our hotel in the same terms I would--although I had already booked the room before I bought the book. As far as describing camping sites accurately, I would have no idea. Camping in Hawaii never even occurred to me. Anyway, the Restaurant information was up to date and on point, and agreed thoroughly with each recommendation. Ditto for the outdoor and tourist information. This book is rich with information and is like a personal real life tour guide, with detailed historical and current information on each point of interest we visited. Great book--wouldn't go back to O'ahu without it.
Not what I expected and not good info for camping.......2004-03-11
I have used the Moon Handbook for New Mexico and various Lonely Planet guides with success and chose this book expecting the same quality. I was looking for solid information about alternative, independent travel. I intended to camp with a friend for most of my vacation. As a female traveler, I was particularly interested in accurate, unbiased, first-hand descriptions about campgrounds and safety in order to make good decisions.
The author described the camping situation poorly. Photos and descriptions lead me to believe that the county and state campgrounds would be beautiful, well maintained, and strict with the possibility of a few local families enjoying extended stays and who might resent tourists. Instead, I found the campgrounds to be not unlike roadside homeless shelters for meth addicts, particularly mid-week. Most were extremely close the main roads and often had the down and out living out of their cars in the parking lots. I'm not criticizing the locals or their situation, but knowing this before my trip would have changed my approach. Making the reader explicitly aware of such situations is critical to providing sage travel advice. Frankly, the author danced around this particular issue. When camping, there's a huge difference between having drug-free local folks who may resent visitors and dealing with drugged-out people who don't have a home. Nilsen also neglected to describe the campgrounds enough (e.g. road goes right by it...often have locals cooking in the bathroom and leaving lots of garbage...theft issues, safer on the weekends when families camp there, very safe and on-site caretakers, etc). After speaking with local friends we learned, that of the many campgrounds available, they would only recommend two or three for safety and aesthetic reasons. That's the type of advice I was seeking from the book but didn't receive.
We also tested out the guide on the opposite end of the accommodation scale. We ended up having to stay at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki since all budget and moderate hotels were booked. The author describes the rooms as "large and plush with the latest in adornment and amenities...nothing is skimped on when it comes to guest comforts...luxury." This review set me up to expect nothing short of a five-star hotel. In actuality, we arrived to extraordinarily dirty carpets in the halls and our small room, smoke in a non-smoking room, and Motel 6esque decor with no extra amenities. They may have had nice rooms somewhere in their building, but ours were 2-3 star quality with a 5-star view. This hotel was long in the tooth, which the book didn't recognize.
The chasm between some of my actual experiences and the author's descriptions made me lose faith in the information in the guide book 1/2 way through my trip. Had I wanted budget accommodations and just some simple activity suggestions, I think this would be a sufficient guidebook. It's thick with interesting information, but I can't recommend it as a reliable guide for a trip similar to my own.
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The oldest of the main Hawaiian islands, Kaua'i has sculpted itself into a paradise with mountains, rounded and smooth, streams tumbling into the sea, and dramatic valleys in the interior. Expert author Robert Nilsen helps you have a truly personal experience in this sun-drenched paradise.
Suggested travel strategies and lists of must-see sights provide you with the real insights so you can decide where you should go, stay, and eat — without hassles or regrets. Travel suggestions include: The Best of Kaua'i, Cultural and Historical Tour, Seven-Day Adventure Tour, and more. Robert details where to hike, swim, snorkel, surf, dive, kayak, bike, and relax around the island. Complete with maps, photographs, illustrations, and special emphasis on leading destinations such as Waimea Canyon, Na Pali Coast, Alakai Swamp, Polihale Beach, Hanalei Valley, Kilauea Lighthouse, and Lower Wailua Valley, Moon Kaua'i has all the tools for you to create your own unique trip.
Customer Reviews:
Perfect in its detail.......2007-05-23
I'm not usually a big fan of guide books. But this one helped immensely on my trip. It is so accurate in its advice that I often felt the strange feeling of walking in the footsteps of the author. For example, it describes a hidden path at a lookout point, and sure enough its there. Or when it says that a parking lot is going to be full at 8 am in the morning; it will be.
But the most valuable information to me was the "Highlights" page at the beginning of each section. Here the author tells you the "must see parts of the island." In my experience he is right every time. For example, I never would have thought to visit Limahuli Botanical Gardens. But it turned out to be one of the best parts of the trip.
I highly recommend this book if you are going to Kaua'i for even just a few days.
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- High quality, durable format
- Not your average tourist book
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If you really want to get to know the island of Oahu, this is the only book you'll need. Author Robert Nilsen provides detailed coverage of beaches, diving, hiking, paddling, and camping, as well as information on history, people, culture, customs, and art. Enjoy an authentic luau or try gourmet Pacific Rim Cuisine, stay in the elegant Royal Hawaiian Hotel, or tent in primitive campgrounds. But whatever you do, don't go without this book. "The best general guidebooks available." -- Hawaii Magazine
Customer Reviews:
High quality, durable format.......2005-06-23
This is a high quality guidebook from respected company Moon Handbooks. I love the smaller format, medium-small type, and thin pages, so when you tote this along, it is very lightweight. It's also very durable for a paperback--it's meant to be carried around in your backpack during your journeys.
This covers just the island of Oahu, which is home to Waikiki and Honolulu. It's broken up into chapters on the land, the ecology, the history, arts & music, sporting & recreation, and so on. All of this makes great plane ride reading. The bulk of the book is a geographically-divided tour around the island, listing beaches, attractions, accomodations, food & drink, etc. I used this to get around Waikiki and found all the info to be up to date and very useful.
Not your average tourist book.......2005-04-08
This book contains a lot of information about the island and its many beaches.
I bought this book from AAA before my first visit to Hawaii. What really surprised me about this book was how the first few chapters were about the Land, Flora&Fauna, History, Government & Economy, and People of the island. From these pages I learned more about the island and its people than your average Hawaiian sun-worshipping tourist.
The book also offers lots of ideas and information for Sports & Entertainment, Shopping, Food and Drinks. Each different area of the island is detailed with a map and minute details about the beaches.
The book lacks the colorful touristy postcard pictures but makes up for it through the sheer amount of information (and good organization) for everyone, be they young or old, jocks or bums, artists or history-buffs, food-connoisseurs or Hawaiian-drink enthusiasts.
Overall a great buy, and will use it on all future trips to O'ahu.
NOTE: This book covers O'ahu island exclusively (and not any of the other 6 Hawaiian islands). There is information on how to reach the other islands though, but nothing beyond that.
Average customer rating:
- Truly excellent guidebook!
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Moon Handbooks: Honolulu-Waikiki (3rd Ed.)
J. D. Bisignani ,
J.D Bisignani , and
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This thorough guide leads visitors to a favorite vacation paradise.
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Truly excellent guidebook!.......2000-05-17
I read the second edition of this book before moving to Honolulu three years ago, and still find it a very useful reference. Joe Bisignani gives you tons of interesting and useful information in an enjoyable writing style that captures the mood of the islands. Anyone who is the least interested in exploring Oahu beyond Waikiki Beach will find this book useful. Unlike the writers of some competing guidebooks, Bisignani is honest about labeling expensive tourist traps as such (it is telling that most of them have also shown up in the "Honolulu Weekly" annual readers' choice of "Best place to cruelly misdirect tourists"). Inbetween all the hard facts, Bisignani also manages to give the reader an accurate portrayal of the social climate of Oahu. Unlike most guidebooks, this one has an extensive and excellent history section, and there are also many references to fascinating Polynesian legends throughout the book. Warmly recommended!
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Hawaii enthusiast and veteran travel writer Robert Nilsen knows the best way to experience Maui, from golfing in Lana'i and enjoying the luxury resorts of Wailea to surfing at Hamo Beach. Nilsen includes unique trip ideas like "7 Days in Maui" and "Maui's Best Beaches." Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Maui has lots of options for a range of travel budgets. Every Moon guidebook includes recommendations for must-see sights and many regional, area and city-centered maps. Complete with details on Lahaina's luaus, Ho'okipa Beach's sail-boarding championships, and Hawaii's largest dormant volcano, Moon Maui gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. With expert writers, first-rate strategic advice, and an essential dose of humor, Moon guidebooks are the cure for the common trip. Visit Moon.com for more information.
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- Outdated, and other guides are better
- Outdated material, inadequate maps
- Not flashy, but excellent
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Kauai Handbook: Including the Island of Niihau (Moon Travel Handbooks)
J. D. Bisignani , and
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Outdated, and other guides are better.......1999-11-15
This book did a pretty good job of covering restaurants and sights in depth, as opposed to the "Ultimate Kauai" guidebook. Unfortunately, it's out of date and not enough detailed in other areas. It was ok as a supplement to a better guidebook.
Outdated material, inadequate maps.......1999-08-30
My family and I used this book on our trip to Kauai. The reviews were sometimes helpful but this island is changing so rapidly that a lot of the material is outdated. The maps are okay for general use, but don't use them to navigate. Pick up one of the free maps handed out to find your way, or you will get lost.
Not flashy, but excellent.......1999-01-03
While this book isn't as flashy as others on the same topic, "Kauai Handbook" is packed with useful facts, thorough descriptions, and local insights. On several trips to Kauai, I've found this book to be useful over and over.
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- A Smart Girl's Guide to Money: How to Make It, Save It, And Spend It
- The New Best of Creedence Clearwater Revival for Guitar
- The Untold Legend of the Batman
- Use Case Driven Object Modeling with UML: Theory and Practice
- A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy
- Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs: Official Companion Book to the Exhibition sponsored
- Ethical Issues in Business: A Philosophical Approach
- The World Order: A Study in the Hegemony of Parasitism
- The Sisters of APF: The Indoctrination of Soror Ride Dick
Frommer's Hawaii 2007 (Frommer's Complete)
Hawaii For Dummies (Dummies Travel)
Fodor's Hawaii 2007 (Fodor's Gold Guides)
Hawaii The Big Island Trailblazer: Where to hike, snorkel, surf, bike, drive
Oahu Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Honolulu, Waikiki & Beyond (Oahu Revisited)
