The classic comprehensive guide to travel around hundreds of islands, South Pacific Handbook is loaded with insider information about Polynesia and Melanesia, not just the hot spots. In this fully revised seventh edition of his recognized masterwork, famed South Pacific travel writer David Stanley provides unbiased evaluations of virtually every guesthouse, hostel, hotel, and resort in the islands. There's practical advice on food, entertainment, shopping, visas, money, health, packing, and interisland travel. Special attention is paid to outdoor recreation: swimming, diving, yachting, kayaking, biking, hiking, camping, climbing, caving, horseback riding, and more. The ecotravel information includes profiles of local flora and fauna, environmental issues, and ecotour providers. There are 147 detailed maps.