Greek Islands
By: [project editor, Alexia Georgiou]
Edition: 4th ed.
Series: Insight guides; Insight guides
Publisher: APA Publications; Distribution [in the] U.S., Ingram Publisher Services; Langenscheidt Publishing Group
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Singapore; La Vergne, TN
Language: eng
Number of pages: 368
ISBN-13: 9789812820693
Subjects: Islands; Guidebooks
Description: A brand new edition featuring illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside over 250 inspiring full-colour photographs that will bring the Greek Islands' people and places to life, at the turn of a page. A brand new 'Best of' feature highlights the top attractions not to be missed, such as a visit to Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery on a cliff above Amorgos' southeast coast and a memorable boat trip around the beautiful Ionian Islands. This section also features the editor's choice of exclusive and unique recommendations, including the best beaches, festivals and museums, along with some money-saving tips. An in-depth 'Places' section comprises twenty-three chapters covering all the islands, from Crete's great archaeological sites to cosmopolitan Corfu. All the principal sites along the way are conveniently cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps, to enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. The information on each area is also accompanied by restaurant listings, including contact details and an indication of price range and local specialities. You will also find a fascinating history chapter and intriguing features that explore religion, wildlife, food and drink, outdoor pursuits and much more, to give you deeper understanding of island culture. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential practical information, covering transport, accommodation for all budgets, shopping, nightlife, sports, activities for children, money, health, language and much more, along with useful contact telephone numbers to help you book activities in advance. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before, during and after your visit.
Notes: "New edition"--Spine.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 358-360) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction. Best of the Greek Islands ; The Greek archipelago ; Island mentality; title: History. Decisive dates ; Waves of invaders ; The islands today; title: Features. People and identities ; Religion ; Debunking the bouzoúki ; Aegean architecture ; Food and drink ; Cruising round the islands ; The sailing scene ; Managing the tourists ; Outdoor pursuits ; Island wildlife ; Islands out of season; title: Insights. Mini features. New immigrants ; Island-hopping ; Coping with Piraeus ; Working the land ; Turtles vs. tourists ; The Cycladic Bronze Age ; Ancient Delos ; Italian architecture in the Dodecanese ; Sponge-diving ; The islands in film ; A Cretan myth; title: Photo features. Religious festivals ; Food and drunk ; Wild flowers ; The Palace of Knossós; title: Places. Athens stopover ; The Ionian islands ; Corfu ; Southern Ionian islands ; Kýthira ; Islands of the Saronic Gulf ; Argo-Saronic islands ; The Cyclades islands ; The Cyclades ; Náxos ; Santoríni ; The Sporades and Evvia ; The Sporades ; Evvia ; The northeast Aegean ; Thásos, Samothráki, and Límnos ; Lésvos, Híos, Ikaría, Foúrni, and Sámos ; The Dodecanese ; Rhodes ; The southern Dodecanese ; The northern Dodecanese ; Crete; title: Travel tips. Transport. Getting there ; Getting around; title: Accommodation. How to choose ; Hotel and rented-room categories ; Traditional settlements and restoration inns ; Booking direct and Internet resources ; Mountain refuges, monasteries, hostels ; Camping ; Hotel listings; title: Eating out. What to eat ; Where to eat ; How much to pay ; When to eat ; The wines of Greece ; Drinking water ; Fish and seafood ; Greek salad ; Coffee, chocolate, and tea ; Restaurant listings; title: Activities. The arts ; Music and dance ; Religious festivals ; Children's activities ; Winter entertainment ; Night- (and Day- ) life ; Casinos ; Cinema ; Island cultural events ; Shopping; title: A-Z, practical information. Admission charges ; Budgeting for your trip ; Children ; Climate ; Crime and safety ; Customs regulations ; Disabled travellers ; Electricity ; Embassies and consulates ; Emergencies ; Entry requirements ; Etiquette ; Gay and lesbian travellers ; Health and medical care ; Media ; Money ; Opening hours ; Postal services ; Public holidays ; Telecommunications ; Time zone ; Tourist information ; Tour operators ; Weights and measures ; What to bring ; Women travellers; title: Language.