Eyewitness Travel Guide: GREEK Islands

From Corfu to Kos or Crete, hop on board with this fascinating guide to the Greek Islands

Renowned since Classical times for their rugged mountains, sparkling seas and ancient history, unique cutaway maps and 3D models invite you to explore legendary temples and palaces. Tips on finding relaxed restaurants and bustling bars guarantee to put the 'ooh!' into ouzo.

An ideal introduction to the Greece, the guide locates the islands geographically, setting them in both modern and historical context and explains how life changes throughout the year. It also features an overview of the many specialities, main sight seeing attractions and a complete area by area guide; all described with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations.

Expertly researched information on hotels, shops, restaurants, bars, sports and entertainments ensure all your needs are taken care of; while a survival guide section offers you practical advice on everything from posting a letter to navigating public transport.

* Over 1,000 photographs, illustrations and maps
* Cutaways and floorplans of all the major sights
* Easy-to-use 3-D aerial views give you a bird's eye view of the most popular areas
* Where to eat, where to stay and how to get around