Retrace Captain Cooks travels; escape to the Marquesas, inspiration to Gauguin and Survivor number four; uncover the mystery of Easter Islands fascinating monuments. With the fifth edition of Moon Handbooks Tahiti youll find all the essentials to discovering this tropical paradise. David Stanley, a renowned travel expert on the South Pacific, brings Tahiti, French Polynesia, and the Cook and Easter Islands within reach of travelers who, on any budget, are looking to experience the full bounty of these incredible islands. The most current information on sights, recreational activities, accommodations, and restaurants, as well as custom maps, color photographs, fascinating sidebars, and complete coverage of the regions political and cultural history are included in this comprehensive guide. Moon Handbooks Tahiti covers anything a traveler could want to know and more.