by Alan Moore (undifferentiated)
First published 2003
Moore presents a comprehensive travel resource covering the southern Caribbean chain from St Vincent down to Grenada. His guide encompasses the major islands and smaller gems like Mustique, Bequia, Palm Island, and the Tobago Cays. The book documents St Vincent's botanical gardens, the oldest in the Americas, and Bequia's traditional whale hunting practices that continue today. Moore details Grenada's underwater coral formations and natural landscapes, plus celebrity haven Mustique with its green peaks. The author structures each destination around practical travel logistics combined with cultural background covering local history, geography, and climate patterns. Regional sections provide walking tours through museums and historic locations. Moore includes lodging and dining recommendations, transportation networks, and contact information for tourism offices. The guide features detailed maps for both driving routes and walking paths through towns and regions. Moore positions this volume within the Adventure Guides series, which targets travelers seeking active engagement with their destinations rather than passive tourism.
Genres: travel, geography, adventure, non-fiction
Vibes: comprehensive, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: travel-guide
Setting: Grenada, St. Vincent, Grenadines, Mustique, Bequia, Palm Island, Tobago Cays
337 pages · Paperback · Hunter Publishing (NJ)