Ready to experience the Caribbean? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s Essential Caribbean is part of the award-winning Fodor’s Essential series recognized by Booklist as the “Best Travel Guide in 2019.” This travel guide is packed with top recommendations, detailed maps of the Caribbean, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to stay at an all-inclusive resort, find the best beaches, or snorkel or scuba dive at some of the world’s best coral reefs, this user-friendly guidebook will help you plan it all out. Our local writers vet every recommendation to ensure that you not only make the most of your time, but that you also have all the most up-to-date and essential information you need to plan the perfect trip.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor’s Essential Caribbean includes:

• AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of the Caribbean.

• SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on the best beaches, best golf courses, what to eat and drink, and where to experience Carnival.

• INSPIRATIONAL “BEST OF” LISTS identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.

• MORE THAN 25 DETAILED MAPS help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.

• EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS offer options for every taste.

• TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS include: guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events.

• LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE tells you where to find under-the-radar gems.

• HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS add perspective and enrich your travels.

• COVERS: Anguilla, Aruba, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Dominica Republic, Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Martinique, Puerto Rico, St. Barth, St. Lucia, St. Maarten/St. Martin, the Turks & Caicos Islands, the U.S. and British Islands, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Planning on visiting a specific Caribbean Island or taking a Caribbean cruise? Check out Fodor's Caribbean Cruise Ports of Call, Fodor’s Puerto Rico, Fodor’s In Focus Aruba, Fodor’s In Focus Barbados & St. Lucia, Fodor’s In Focus Cayman Islands, Fodor’s In Focus St. Maarten/St. Martin, St. Barth & Anguilla, In Focus Turks & Caicos, or Fodor’s U.S. and British Virgin Islands.

FULLY REDESIGNED!

- New front cover has an eye-catching full-bleed image with key selling points on the front.

- New back cover is fully-redesigned.

- "Best of" Lists - Every book now includes a variety of additional illustrated "Best of" lists (best things to eat, see, do, drink, as well as what to read and watch before going) that will visually engage the reader and provide an overview of the entire destination.

- Other useful features include Great Itineraries, Calendar of Events, Top Pools, Best Buffets, and more

- "Travel Smart" (logistical planning tips section) has been moved to the front of the book and redesigned to be more infographic in feel.

- Neighborhood Chapters - City guides are now organized by neighborhood chapters, where you'll find all categories about that neighborhood, including sights, restaurants, hotels, and nightspots in the same convenient chapter. Each category will receive an icon that will be repeated throughout the book

- More images - Better use of full- and half-page images throughout the book.

- Stronger Voice and Opinions - The tone and language of all Fodor's guides are more friendly and conversational, offering stronger opinions and more personality. Fodor's goes beyond informational to being inspirational.

TOURISM TRENDS: Some examples of the return of tourism in the Caribbean

. New direct flights being added on a regular basis include non-stop flights on Norwegian Air from Montreal to Martinique on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

. Cruise tourism has bounced backed almost 100% in the region, bringing thousands of visitors and millions of dollars to areas where many hotels are still shuttered.

. American Airlines will be the first U.S. carrier to fly nonstop to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, when it starts year-round Saturday service from Miami on Dec. 22.

. Almost all resorts that were damaged by Hurricane Maria in 2017 will be opened and back in business by 2019

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: One of the only full-color guides to the Caribbean (DK and Lonely Planet also have guides). We feature more than 18 islands with comprehensive coverage of hotels, resorts, sights, restaurants, and tours. CURATED AND RELEVANT: Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points.

CURATED AND RELEVANT: Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points.

CONCISE: Shortened reviews presented with brevity and focus.

Please see additional key selling points in the book main description.

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"In terms of comprehensiveness of coverage, the very accessible format, and the enthusiastic tone, this series remains one of the best on the market." - Booklist

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