Spring 2010 brings with it the updated, sixth edition of Lonely Planet’s Greek Islands guide.
An invaluable companion to Greece’s magical islands, this, the 6th edition of Lonely Planet’s beloved guide to maritime Greece is packed full of useful info and evocative depictions. Both first-time visitors and trav
elers returning yet again to these long-celebrated islands will find great value -and compelling reading – in this new book.
Accompanied by fantastic photos that will only inspire you further to explore Greece’s sublime isles, this light-weight volume is bound to lead you in the right direction.
For this book, Chris Deliso wrote the chapters on Crete and the Northeast Aegean Islands. Among the many highlights and revelations he has brought to life in the book, check out
- beachfront architectural remnants, such as the ancient temples at Alyki, on Thasos, or Frangokastello in Crete
- Offbeat and unvisited getaways like Psara, a speck of rock 2hrs from Chios
- No-frills seafood served up besides bobbing fishing boats in southern Lesvos
- The immaculate, dazzling white-pebble Seychelles Beach in Ikaria
- Sharks and jellyfish- safely behind glass along with other wonders of the deep at Crete’s massive Cretaquarium
- Loveable Azogires, a hamlet buzzing with dragonflies, haunted by river nereids, and bedecked with little churches, in southwestern Crete near Palaeohora
From the publisher: With our 6th edition you’ll find relaxing beaches on laid-back Ikaria, indulge in fine dining on fashionable Mykonos, glide past dolphins on a diving trip near Hydra and explore ancient Crete at the Minoan palace of Knossos.
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Important note: the description below refers to the 2008 version of this guide. The description above refers to the most recent, spring 2010 edition.
The updated 2008 edition of this authoritative guide offers a wealth of information and unique insights into the fabled Greek islands, researched by Lonely Planet’s seasoned, sun-seeking writers. Whether you’re preparing for a jaunt out to tourist faves like Santorini, Mykonos and Corfu or are looking to get away from it all on more unvisited isles like Astypaleia, Kasos or Ikaria, this physically slim yet comprehensive guide will help you make the most of your time.
Historical asides and forays into the local culture are complemented by insider tips on the best places to eat, sleep and party. Sift through the full-color highlights sections to plot your own course through the endlessly fascinating islands of the Greek archipelago.
In Lonely Planet Greek Islands, Chris Deliso served as co-author, writing the chapter on the Northeastern Aegean Islands. The author-selected highlights from this section include:
- how to quaff ouzo while escaping a hangover (p 390)
- when to come for wild religious festivals (p 362)
- which island beaches are the best for kids (p 414)
- where to find the best model-ship museum in the Aegean (p 384)
- where to sample the best all-natural desserts in Greece (p 405)
- why some believe Christopher Columbus was actually a Greek (p 381)
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