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Guide Picks - Top 10 Hawaii Guidebooks - General
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There are, quite possibly, more
guidebooks devoted to Hawaii than to any other state. Surprisingly, however,
each of the top selections approaches the subject from a slightly different
perspective, making each one a uniquely valuable aid for the astute traveler or
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1) Hawaii
Handbook - The All Island Guide
Covering all of the islands in detail, this is your Guide's favorite
reference source about Hawaii, and winner of the Hawaii Visitor Bureau's
"Best Guidebook" and "Overall Grand Excellence"
awards. With over 1,000 pages dedicated to guiding travelers to Hawaii
and yet compact in size, this book is a best buy.
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2) Frommer's
Hawaii
The 2002 edition brings this book near the top of the list of
overall Hawaii guidebooks. With more interior maps than ever before,
this definitive guide to the Hawaiian Islands features coverage of
beaches, adventure tours, snorkeling, diving and golf as well as
reviews of all major resorts and restaurants.
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3) Fodor's 2002
Hawaii
One of the best guides to Hawaii, updated every year. All reviews
based on visits by savvy writer-residents. The guide includes 44
pages of maps, 22 walking and driving tours, smart travel tips and
much more.
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4) Compass
American Guides Hawaii
In many ways it reads more like a novel but it is an excellent travel aid.
This book has excellent essays on surfing, leis, Hawaiian music, the bombing of
Pearl Harbor, and more. Spectacular paintings and archival illustrations.
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5) Lonely Planet
Hawaii
An insider's view on what's best to see and do and how to get around.
Details on ocean sports and beach life are revealed, but this guide goes
beyond to private hideaways, lush rainforests and plenty of
opportunities for camping and hiking among the islands' unique
landscapes.
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6) Traveler's
Hawaii Companion
An excellent, large size guide book with superb photos by Nik Wheeler, a
past recipient of the prestigious American Travel Writers' Photographer
of the Year award. Nice section of general travel tips at the end of the
book.
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7) Hawaii for
Dummies
Don't let the title fool you. Published by Frommer's, this book provides
expert advice as well as basic tips and recommendations. It includes
great maps, informative charts and quizzes to help you decide which
islands are best for you.
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8) Hawaii: Access
Organized by neighborhood, this book's entries are keyed to can't-miss
maps and color-coded to help users find restaurants, hotels, shops and
parks, and attractions at a glance.
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9) Hawaii: The
Rough Guide
An excellent addition to the Rough Guide series, this book by Greg Ward
contains well-researched, yet exceptionally easy to read practical tips and
expert advice, as well as critical reviews of hundreds of restaurants, bars and
hotels.
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10) Gayot: Best
of Hawaii
This guide features
reviews and ratings of a huge selection of restaurants and hotels for every
taste and budget. It also features "Theme Trips" - customized
tours for first-time visitors, honeymooners, golfers, and history buffs.
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