In 18 chapters the 360-page soft cover presents vignettes on Egypt, East Africa, Maldives, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Micronesia, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Solomons, Fiji, Galapagos, Mexico, Central America and Grenada.

Each section kicks off with an introduction on historical or geological aspects that make it unique, and then provides details on sites, customs, depths, visibility, currents, sea life, air and water temperatures and suggested protection suits for above and below the water.

Tips on surface interval activities and operators are provided as well. Icons and tables provide info at a glance and color photos spruce up every page.

An introduction opens the book with general suggestions on trip planning and it closes with an appendix of resources on marine biodiversity, conservation, first aid, photo tips, training, an advertising directory with contact info for many of the operators plus an index. It's a handy resource for daydreams that'll help divers find their ideal destination.