Moon Travel Guides have been published for a vast array of destinations; there are literally dozens of destinations available. I was offered the opportunity to review the Moon Handbook Tahiti and received a review copy that was thoughtfully autographed by the author, David Stanley. This encyclopedic guide to the islands of French Polynesia would be especially useful to travelers wanting to visit the smaller and less-visited islands, as there does not seem to be a spot that Stanley has left unexplored in his travels. Readers will learn about the history and geographical highlights of each island along with a discussion of attractions, sports and recreation, accommodations, and food — as well as logistical details on how to get there and how to get around once one has arrived.
One of the most useful features of the book is a discussion of various accommodations available to visitors. Stanley's site inspections not only discuss the quality of the rooms but provides invaluable information about the quality of the beach and snorkeling at various resorts as well as alternate nearby dining possibilities. Example: "The Sofitel Moorea la Ora Beach Resort ... sits on one of the finest beaches on the island with a splendid view of Tahiti (but poor snorkeling)." However, the book (just published in February 2011) is not up to date. The cyclone that hit Bora Bora a year earlier destroyed the Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and severely delayed the renovation of Hotel Bora Bora; this information is not reflected in his discussion of these two Bora Bora resorts.
If you're planning Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea, or any of the other islands of French Polynesia, Stanley's Tahiti vacation guide pulls together a wealth of knowledge into one comprehensive handbook.
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