St. John On Foot And By Car

St. John On Foot & By Car features an informative & entertaining collection of four self-guided walking & motor tours of the history, culture & natural beauty of St. John, US Virgin Islands. The book begins with a brief history of the island & includes a dramatic account of St. John's devasting slave revolt of 1733. Packed throughout are lots of tips & useful information. Hiking trails & popular swimming & snorkeling beaches are described in detail. There are several easy-to-follow identification guides designed to help visitors learn firsthand about the exotic fauna & flora of this lush tropical paradise. Local plants & trees are identified as are many of the colorful tropical fish & other marine inhabitants, which visitors readily encounter while exploring the crystal-clear waters off St. John's magnificent coral reefs. Thanks to the creation of the Virgin Islands National Park, which encompasses nearly three-fifths of the island's 21 square miles, St. John remains today an unspoiled jewel. St. John on Foot & By Car weaves visitors through an up-close & pleasurable journey of discovery along the trails, paths & byways of this Caribbean gem. By following each of the self-guided tours, the authors provide visitors with a sense of personal exploration as they seek out - Experience the diverse cultures of the island - Wander deserted talcum-white beaches - Explore magical underwater sea worlds - Visit the ruins of historic sugar plantations - See ancient Indian rock carvings made by pre-Columbian Indians. The book contains an abundance of information & anecdotes about local customs & traditions. There are many useful tips for visitors planning a vacation on St. John. the book is fully annotated with colorful photographs & illustrations throughout. It makes a wonderful keepsake & a great gift idea for anyone who has ever been or is contemplating a trip to St. John. A must for first-time & repeat visitors alike!Randall S. Koladis is the author of 'St. John On Foot And By Car', published 2001 under ISBN 9780970891907 and ISBN 0970891903.