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CARIBBEAN AREA BOOKS

Diving & Snorkeling The Bahamas:
Family Islands & Grand Bahama

Published 1995
ISBN: 1 55992 078 5
96 pages / 69 color photos
29 dive sites in the Abacos Islands, Andros, Berry Islands, Bimini, Crooked Island and the Acklins, Eleuethera, Exuma, Grand Bahama, Long Island, San Salvador. Dive highlights: Theo's Wreck, dolphin and shark dives.

Diving & Snorkeling The Bahamas:
Nassau & New Providence Island

Published 1991
ISBN: 1 55992 040 8
80 pages / 56 photos
17 dive sites. Dive highlights: Reefs and wrecks featured in the James Bond movies Thunderball and Never Say Never Again.

Diving & Snorkeling Bali & the Komodo Region

Published 1996
ISBN: 1 55992 086 6
96 pages / 78 photos
31 dive sites around Bali, Lombok's Gilis, Rinca and Komodo Islands (Nusa Tengarra). Dive highlights: WWII shipwrecks, sunfish (mola-mola) at Lembongan, Blue Corner.


Diving and Snorkeling Bermuda;
1st edition

Lawson Wood
Published July 1998
ISBN: 0 86442 573 2
128 pp / full-colour throughout
Bermuda offers an unbeatable combination of wreck and reef diving opportunities. From lush coral reefs to shipwrecks spanning five centuries of nautical history, Bermuda has some of the most far-flung islands on earth. This guidebook not only describes 36 of the most popular, varied and interesting sites within the main Bermuda island group, but shows you what they look like, with full colour photos throughout.


You'll get specific information on:

  • depth and visibility
  • suggested diving expertise
  • common and hazardous marine life
  • top-side practicalities, from accommodations to weather and natural history
  • shipwreck history and a registry of 160 notable wrecks
  • photography tips and techniques
  • 6 easy-to-read maps

 

Diving & Snorkeling The British Virgin Islands

Published 1992
ISBN: 1 55992 050 5
96 pages / 79 photos
21 dive sites on Norman Island, Peter Island, Salt Island, Cooper Island, Ginger Island, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, The Dogs. Dive highlights: Wrecks of the RMS Rhone and Chikuzen; pirate caves that inspired Treasure Island.

Diving and Snorkeling Cayman Islands; 1st edition

Jean Pierce & Kris Newman
Published January 2000
ISBN: 0 86442 770 0
128 pp / full color throughout / 9 maps
A$22.95 - US$16.95 - UK£10.99 - 130,00FF

Recognized as the birthplace of diving in the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands is one of the world's top dive destinations with its clear waters, plunging walls and prolific marine life. Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman offer varying diving attractions. Experience Grand Cayman's Stingray City, "the world's best 12ft dive," and Little Cayman's Bloody Bay Wall, legendary for its near-vertical drops just below the surface. At Cayman Brac, explore the hemisphere's only diveable Russian wreck. This book describes 56 of the Cayman's best dive sites, with full-color photos throughout.


You'll get specific information on:

  • Dive site depth range, access and water conditions
  • Common and hazardous marine life
  • Topside activities and attractions
  • Diving services and accommodations
  • 9 easy-to-read maps

Diving and Snorkeling Cuba;
2nd edition

Diana Williams
Published September 1999
ISBN: 0 86442 773 5
120 pp / full color throughout / 16 maps
Discover abundant marine life and world-class dive sites in Cuba's reefs, wrecks and walls. From the underwater valleys of Cuba's most popular dive destination, Isla de la Juventud, to the playground of wrecks off the coast of Varadero, there is something for divers of all abilities. Even Castro and Cousteau were lured by the island's warm waters and exceptional visibility. This guide describes 61 of Cuba's best dive sites with background briefings on its history, culture and complicated politics, illustrated by full-color photos throughout.


You'll get specific information on:

  • Dive site depth range, access and water conditions
  • Common and hazardous marine life
  • Topside activities ranging from hikes to nightclubs
  • Comprehensive list of dive services
  • 16 easy-to-read maps

Diving and Snorkeling Dominica;
1st edition

Michael Lawrence
Published August 1999
ISBN: 0 86442 764 6
112 pp / full color throughout / 7 maps
The Caribbean's "Nature Island," Dominica offers an enticing variety of underwater environments and topside activities. Look for evidence of the island's volcanic origins in the submerged crater and gas vents of Soufriere Bay. Explore pinnacles and walls that support an abundance of tropical fish. On land, hike to a seething volcanic lake or a refreshing waterfall set deep in the rainforest. Dominica attracts divers and travelers seeking a relaxed and unspoiled tropical setting. This book describes 41 of the island's best dive sites, with full-color photos throughout.


You'll get specific information including:

  • Dive site depth range and conditions
  • Common and hazardous marine life
  • Topside attractions and detailed descriptions of 10 hikes
  • Comprehensive list of dive services
  • 7 easy-to-read maps

Diving & Snorkeling Jamaica

Published 1996
ISBN: 1 55992 087 4
112 pages / 81 photos
31 dive sites around Jamaica, including Negril, Montego Bay, Runaway Bay, Ocho Rios, Port Antonio, Port Royal/Kingston. Dive highlights: Montego Bay Marine Park, the Reggae Queen wreck.

 

Diving & Snorkeling Puerto Rico

Published 1996
ISBN: 1 55992 084 X
96 pages / 80 photos
22 dive sites around Puerto Rico including Vieques, Culebra, and Desecheo islands. Dive highlights: Bioluminescence in Phosphorescent Bay, wall diving at La Parguera, unspoiled diving at Desecheo island.

 

Diving & Snorkeling The Turks & Caicos Islands

Published 1993
ISBN: 1 55992 067 X
96 pages / 78 photos
30 dive sites in the Turks & Caicos Islands including Grand Turk, Salt Cay, Providenciales and West Caicos. Dive highlights: Wall dives, pristine coral gardens, night diving at The Library.

Diving & Snorkeling The U.S. Virgin Islands

Published 1992
ISBN: 1 55992 053 X
96 pages / 79 photos
23 dive sites on St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John. Dive highlights: Shipwrecks, underwater marine parks.