Compass American Guides : Florida

Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-color guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of the region they're visiting.
Outstanding color photography, plus a wealth of archival images
Written and photographed by Florida residents
The best restaurants, resorts, beaches, and museums
Detailed color maps
Theme parks from Disney World to Weeki Watchee Springs
Beautiful paintings and archival illustrations
Essays on Art Deco, new Florida cuisine, and hurricanes
Birdwatching in the Everglades, diving in the Keys, and beachcombing along the Gulf Shore


About the Author

Chelle Koster Walton, a 17 year resident of Florida, lives on Sanibel Island with her husband Rob and son Aaron. She is author of Fun for the Family in Florida, The Sarasota, Sanibel Island and Naples Book: A Complete Guide, and Caribbean Ways: A Cultural Guide, winner of the Lowell Thomas Bronze Award for Best Guidebook. She contributes regularly to Caribbean Travel & Life magazine, Miami Herald travel section, and Endless Vacation.


About the Photographer

Tony Arruza's photography began in the surf of Puerto Rico some 20 years ago. He has traveled extensively for Surfing magazine, and now concentrates his energy on travel guides and magazine assignments. His work has appeared in APA publications, Reader's Digest, and Smithsonian. Tony resides in West Palm Beach with his wife and son.