Lonely Planet Antarctica
- Book Review,
by Jeff Rubin
Book Description
Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Gape at the icebergs looming over your ship, stand awestruck in the midst of a teeming penguin colony, or glimpse a minke whale surfacing next to your Zodiac - Antarctica will astound and transform you. Written by authors with intimate knowledge of the region, this bestselling guide is your essential companion to The Ice. • GET THE INSIDE SCOOP - loads of specialist contributions by experts in Antarctica's history, ecology and scientific research • GO WILD - know your albatross from your snow petrel with our comprehensive wildlife section • GET THERE - choose the best tour, expedition or flyover with our detailed transportation chapter • FIND YOUR WAY - 52 detailed maps to help you keep your bearings • TALK THE TALK - handy glossary of unique Antarctic slang and terminology
From the Publisher
A large portion of the usual information found in Lonely Planet guidebooks, such as hotel and restaurant recommendations, doesn't apply for "Antarctica", as there are none. Instead, this unique guide provides updated coverage for the gateway cities, a full-color wildlife guide, expert commentary on environmental issues, new maps highlighting the most visited sites in Antarctica, an in-depth section on the Antarctic Peninsula (doubled in size from the first edition), and improved insights into the continent's natural and human history. The definitive guidebook available for the region, Lonely Planets updated "Antarctica" is not only a travel guide, but is an invaluable reference tool for adventurous visitors to the Seventh Continent and armchair travelers alike!
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