Best French Guiana, Guyana & Suriname Travel Books of 2025

"Basketball Inspirational Stories for Young Readers" is a heartwarming collection of tales about the game of basketball and the remarkable individuals who play it. From coaches to players, this book shares stories of perseverance and determination that will inspire readers to follow their dreams and never give up. The book features a diverse cast of characters and is suitable for both seasoned players and beginners. Overall, this book is an excellent source of motivation and entertainment for anyone who loves basketball and wants to learn from the best in the game.

The Lonely Planet South America Planning Map 1 is a must-have for travelers exploring the continent. This durable, waterproof map comes in a handy slipcase with an easy-fold format, making it convenient to carry around. The map includes images and information about top attractions, tailored itineraries, and themed lists, allowing travelers to get the most out of their trip. The detailed town index and can't-miss highlights make it easy to navigate through Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela. Overall, this comprehensive map is an excellent resource for planning and navigating a trip to South America.

The Creepy Fantasy Kawaii Coloring Book is a delightful addition to any bookshelf, with over 30 high-quality images of spooky, cute, and fantasy characters. The book features unique designs suitable for all ages, making it a perfect gift for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year. The single-sided pages prevent bleed-through, and the book's size makes it great for coloring. This book is an excellent means of relaxation, stress relief, and entertainment for those who love Creepy Kawaii and Cute Chibi Horror. Overall, this book is a must-have for all coloring book enthusiasts, and its Pastel Goth theme makes it a standout in the genre.

The Art of String Figures is a compilation of more than two dozen captivating string figures with brief accounts of each figure's historical background. This book includes easy-to-follow photographs and simple, step-by-step directions that make it a great travel pastime and on-the-go activity. It is a delightful, inexpensive, and easily acquired hobby that continues to charm people of all ages. The International String Figure Association (ISFA) founded in 1978 by Japanese mathematician Hiroshi Noguchi and Anglican missionary Philip Noble, gathers, preserves, and distributes string figure traditions and encourages the invention of new figures. This book is a great addition to the Travel Games Books category and is published by Dover Publications.

Insight Guides South America is an ideal pictorial travel guide for anyone seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural, historical, and practical information about South America. The guide covers the North Coast, the Andean Highlands, the Tropical Giant, and the Southern Cone, providing a great selection of places to visit, from exploring Rio de Janeiro to discovering the Lake District. The book has been fully updated post-COVID-19, making it a useful tool for planning a trip to South America. The guidebook also includes a free eBook download with every purchase of a printed copy, making it a great value for money.

The Amazon Wildlife: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Animals is an excellent portable guide for eco-travelers and nature lovers. With over 140 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and insects, this laminated guide is both durable and lightweight, making it ideal for field use. The illustrations are beautifully detailed, and there is enough descriptive material on each species to help readers identify them easily. While it may not replace more comprehensive field guides, it is perfect for casual identification and supplementing larger guides. Overall, this guide is a must-have for anyone traveling to the Amazon and wanting to explore its rich and diverse wildlife.

The third edition of Bradt's Guyana is a comprehensive guidebook to this South American country, which is teeming with exotic wildlife and is considered by many to be "South America Undiscovered." Written by authors who have lived in and promoted Guyana for many years, the book offers up-to-date information on everything from local tour operators to new hotels. Readers will learn about the country's cultural and natural attractions, including the stunning Kaieteur Falls and the lush interior full of fascinating flora and fauna. This book is an ideal companion for all travelers, from wildlife watchers to conservationists.

Travels with Tooy by Richard Price is an innovative blend of storytelling and scholarship that recounts the journeys of two intellectuals. The book takes the reader on a hallucinatory expedition through centuries and continents, exploring the marvelous new worlds of the imagination created by Africans in the Americas. Price's long-term ethnographic and archival research, combined with Tooy's teachings, songs, stories, and secret languages, make this an enchanting read. This book is a must-read for those interested in Surinamese history and African American imagination.

The Guyana/Suriname & French Guiana map by ITMB Publishing Ltd. is a 2-sided map with a scale of 1:850,000 and includes Cayenne, Georgetown, Iles du Salut, Kourou, and Paramaribo Inset. The 3rd edition, published in 2012, reflects the changes happening in Guyana due to the growing assertiveness of Brazil. The map also covers the other two countries, Suriname and French Guiana. The most significant change is the re-naming of Surinam to the country's preferred name of Suriname. Overall, this map is an excellent resource for travelers and adventurers looking to explore these regions of South America.

The "Guyana, Guyane & Suriname" handbook by Footprint is a comprehensive guide to the Guianas, a lesser-known region in South America. The book covers all the top sights and offers practical advice on getting around, making it an essential companion for travelers. The author, Ben Box, has a strong interest in Latin American literature and his writing reflects his deep knowledge of the region. The book also includes detailed street maps of Georgetown, Paramaribo, and Cayenne, making it easy to navigate. Overall, this concise handbook is a must-have for anyone planning a trip to the Guianas.