Many of us long to escape the dreariness of our daily lives for the balmy weather, fresh air, and bright sunshine of the world's islands--those almost magical places whose distance from the mainland has the power to distance us from our normal cares. Island Wise transports you to these far-off shores to reveal what makes island life so appealing--and shows you how to invoke the inimitable island sense of tranquility, simplicity, and joie de vivre every day.

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The Islands

About the Author...

From the Bahamas to Hong Kong, author Janis Frawley-Holler explores twenty-five of the world's most beguiling islands, introducing the natural wonders, ancient traditions, musical rhythms, and everyday practices that make each seaborne locale utterly unique. Her charming vignettes also share each culture's simple recipes for leading life at a slower pace, focusing on what really matters, charting your heart's desires, enriching personal relationships, and cultivating a deep sense of purpose and meaning. Whether you're dreaming of an island getaway or looking to retain your post-vacation glow, Island Wise proves that "island-wise" living is not about location--it's simply a state of mind that makes life sweeter wherever you are.

About the Author

Janis Frawley-Holler is the travel editor of Florida's award-winning Sarasota Magazine. Her writing also appears in Islands Magazine, Family Circle, Travel & Leisure, Spa, Cruising World, Gulfshore Life and The Michelen Travel Series. She is an avid practitioner of Nia and yoga and has sailed extensively throughout the Caribbean.