Full Description
Rugged, volcanic and very remote, the three tiny islands of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha dot the South Atlantic like so many bits of flotsam. As Napoleon's place of exile following the Battle of Waterloo, St Helena has gained a notoriety that assures its place in the travel lexicon. This fully revised edition includes information on St Helena's new airport, which makes it possible for the first time for visitors to explore the island's natural and historic attractions without a five-day sea voyage to get here. Hiking, fishing, snorkelling and diving are included, plus details of marine wildlife, from whale sharks and dolphins to groupers and soldier fish. Expert author Tricia Hayne also provides a section on '24 hours in Cape Town', offering a brief overview of what to see and do with a day between voyages.
Contents
Introduction viiSt Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha: An Overview ixChapter 1 Background Information Geography, History, Government and administration, Economy, People, Language, Education, Religion, Culture, Sport Chapter 2 Natural History and ConservationFlora, Fauna, ConservationChapter 3 Practical InformationWhen to go and highlights, Tourist information and tour operators, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Travelling with children, What to take, Money and banking, Opening hours, Getting around, Accommodation, Food and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Media and communications, Business and property, Cultural etiquette, Activities, Cultural visits, Travelling positivelyChapter 4 JamestownSt Helena from the sea, JamestownChapter 5 Beyond JamestownGuided tours and suggested itineraries, Half Tree Hollow, St Paul's, Alarm Forest and Longwood, The Peaks National Park, Levelwood, Sandy Bay and Blue HillPART TWO ASCENSION ISLANDChapter 6 Background InformationGeography, Natural history and conservation, History, Government and administration, Economy, People, Education, Travelling positivelyChapter 7 Visiting AscensionWhen to go and highlights, Tour operators, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health and safety, What to take , Opening hours, Money and banking, Media and communications, Getting around, Activities, Georgetown, Beyond Georgetown Chapter 8 Background InformationGeography, Natural history and conservation, History, Government and administration, Economy, People, Language, Education, Travelling positivelyChapter 9 Visiting Tristan da CunhaWhen to go and highlights, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health and safety, What to take,Money and banking, Media and communications, Opening hours, Getting around, Activities, Edinburgh of the Seven Seas, The outer islandsChapter 10 24 Hours in Cape Town Getting there and away, getting around, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, What to see and do in 24 hoursAppendix 1 Further Information IndexIndex of advertisers
