Papa Mikeýs Palau Islands Handbook

Mike Hollywood

ene 2006 · iUniverse

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The Republic of Palau is the westernmost archipelago in Oceania; it is renowned for it's pristine lagoons and immense marine diversity. Palau's marine community features over 800 varieties of hard and soft corals, over 1,500 fish species and over 100 varieties of sponges. Its waters feature two species of endangered turtle the green and hawksbill turtles as well as the most endangered marine mammal, the dugong. There are over 800 islands within its territory with over 50 marine lakes within those islands, each supporting its own diverse marine microclimate. The skies above Palau teem with over 140 varieties of birds representing 41 families and 16 endemic bird species. Palau natural wonders are world-renowned and it's clear waters host an assortment of dive sites that are considered by experts to be among the finest on the planet. This guidebook is written in a relaxed style, full of helpful information, presented with a touch of humor and the author's personal opinions. You will enjoy the lighter side of this well researched guidebook as you discover the natural beauty of these islands. The only guidebook devoted entirely to Palau, allowing more in depth coverage than other titles encompassing all of Micronesia. The most extensive and up to date listing of accommodations of any guidebook of the region, including photos, Website listings and E-mail addresses. Complete Inter-Island flight schedules and island ferry boat schedules. Extensive coverage of activities on each island. Diving, Fishing, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Surfing, Tours and Cultural Events. Over 40 maps and pictures.

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Mike Hollywood is the author of two previous guidebooks. The West Indies on $50.00 a Day was published in 2001 and Papa Mike?s Cook Islands Handbook was published in 2003. Mike spent two months in the spring of 2005 traveling and researching his third guidebook on Palau. This book represents his third title with iUniverse. Mike resides in Emigrant, Montana.

Contact the author at: Post Office Box 21, Emigrant, MT 59027
E-mail: [e-mail]
Website: www.mikehollywood.com