First, the experts…

“The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook: Kauai Revealed, a must for any serious visitor.” — Chris Dixon, New York Times

“The best guidebook. Every nook and cranny is explored by longtime residents.” — Conde Nast Traveler

“The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook is a terrifically useful handbook, written by natives and published on the island.” — Travel + Leisure

“What’s especially great about the Revealed guidebooks is the authors are continually updating the content with new gems, taking into account reader feedback. The app helps continue this conversation by making it easy to send notes to the authors and app developers. Emails don’t end up in a black hole. These are real people who will read your messages.” — Alice Truong, The Discovery Channel

“The most useful guidebook I encountered in my travels around Maui is Maui Revealed. If Maui figures into your travel plans, I recommend starting there for an authoritative and in-depth look at all that the island offers.” — Josh Roberts, USA Today

“Best guide to Kauai.” — National Geographic Adventure

“A comprehensive and easy-to-use guidebook to the Big Island itself.” — The Economist

“What to do and see on Maui, written in a straightforward style by residents of this Hawaiian county.” — The Economist

“Wizard continues to produce information, maps and photographs that are all first-rate, and—even better!—well-organized.” — Honolulu Star Advertiser

“Great series of guidebooks…Their fun-to-read style is helpful and easy to follow. Their observations are precise…” — Hawai‘i Magazine

“It’s like having a savvy local resident with you.” — Dave Barry, Syndicated Columnist

“Best Guidebook…The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook. Written and updated constantly by locals (changes of chefs, hotel rates or services are often posted days later on their website), the guide is an honest, funny and occasionally biting review of the island’s attractions.” — Tyee Bridge, Calgary Herald

“Hawaii The Big Island Revealed… It’s the most thorough and readable Big Island guide out there… The latest edition has the latest golf, hotel and dining information, plus fascinating history, page after page of sights, beaches, day trips, maps and more.” — Fairways & Greens

“I recently had the priveledge of reading Oahu Revealed… It is a great tool for your vacation to Oahu, whether you’ve been before or are brand new to the island… It contains honest feedback on the island’s offerings – even to the point of telling you where you shouldn’t bother going… This book is a must for your vacation.” — Vacations for Kids Gazette

“Photographers Andrew Doughty and Leona Boyd present a coffee table book that captures the drama and beauty of the Big Island in Hawaii Dreamscapes Revealed—Big Island.” — Honolulu Star Advertiser

“An excellent guidebook — with details on South Point, beaches and sights all over the island — is Hawaii The Big Island Revealed.” — Kristin Jackson, Seattle Times

“Andrew Doughty’s Maui Revealed gives an amusingly candid rundown of island options.” — Carolyn Ali, The Georgia Straight: Vancouver News & Entertainment

“For detailed hiking recommendations with good maps, opinionated but honest restaurant reviews and an affectionately feisty attitude, choose a guide from the Wizard Publications’ ”Revealed” series. I’ve nearly worn out my Ultimate Kauai Guidebook: Kauai Revealed.” — Jeanne Cooper, San Francisco Chronicle

“The Ultimate Guide to Honolulu, Waikiki & Beyond, contains surprises for local people and promises delights for visitors, both natural and man-made.” — Erika Engle, The Buzz

And some more from our loyal fans…

“I’d like to take a moment to comment on how wonderful the book is, as well as, the new Android app. I am convinced I would not have had nearly as fun a time the last time I was on Maui had I not had a copy of Maui Revealed. It is more than a book. It is more like having a knowledgeable friend helping you out with what’s neat to see, do, and experience while there. That is why I bought another copy of the book and the recent app. I really enjoy reading it and know it is an invaluable resource to me and my travel partners. Thanks to all who put so much time and energy into it.” – F. Sawyer 

“I just completed my homemade DVDs covering the Hawaii trip my husband and I took last May in celebration of our 50th anniversary. That reminded me that I wanted to let Andrew know how great his books and apps are. We have always loved travel and new experiences. My husband is an excellent “tour guide.” We usually have lots of travel sources but who needs them! I used your apps on our iPad almost exclusively. We didn’t really even need other maps! And the ease of finding the info we needed! Wow! I can’t praise your works enough. I just wish you had such for every location we want to go to!  THANK YOU SO MUCH! We will definitely recommend your works to everyone.” – L. Sandefer

“I began a week ago downloading apps for my iPhone and saw yours but it was more than .99 and I’ve never paid more than that for an app…. call me cheap. Anyway – finally downloaded it last night. Spent a few hours reading and came across the link to hawaiirevealed.com. So of course I had to go see what your website was like and now I’ve been in front of my computer ALL day today checking every possible link. I rarely take time to comment or give feedback. But I just watched your little video where you say “Just shoot me” and laughed so hard I’m pretty sure I woke up everyone in the house. You have a GREAT sense of humor – you’d fit right in with our family. And it shows in your work on the website and on the app.” – L. Jost

“I used big island and Maui books and apps. Both the detail and recommendations were valuable. App was great for touring and map was great for getting around. Great resource and saw things we would not have otherwise. Thanks!” – M. Wyatt

“I just wanted to thank you so much for writing the terrific reveal travel guides. My husband and I just returned from a 2-week vacation to Hawaii. We were celebrating our 25th anniversary. We used your guides on all four of the islands that we visited, Oahu, Maui, the Big Island and Kauai. They seemed to be written just for our travel style. Just us and a rental car. No tour groups for us! We have done and seen things only possible with the insight of your books. One night at dinner we were talking to the waiter who, was native Hawaiian. He had asked what we had done that day. We went through a litany of sights and experiences (one being swimming in a fresh water cave). He got a stunned look on his face and then gave me the greatest compliment. Though I don’t think he knew it was a compliment. He said, “Wow, you are more local than I am!” That was so fantastic to hear. I wanted to share that with you since your books helped us be “locals.” Thank you again so much for your fabulous books.” – M. Pfundheller, PA

“I purchased your Maui Revealed book and then the app for my iPad. I’m here on the island and have used it extensively every day, looking forward to “discovering” the island further through your research. Great, great, great job. I have extensive iPhone app experience – I’m a partner in a mobile software development firm – and your travel app is the gold standard. Keep it up! Thanks so much!” – B. Bellinson

“The apps AND books really helped us maximize our travel experience. We used the app while out and about—very user friendly. Once on Kauai, I tried Google maps which frustrated us. Then I used the app with tracking and directions function. It worked better than my map and didn’t drain my battery nearly as much as nav apps usually do.” – D. Anthony

“We came to Kauai for our honeymoon and this is the first trip for both of us to any of the Hawaiian islands. We don’t know what we would have done without your book and iPhone app! After a couple days of using the book we started calling it our “bible” because it has SO much helpful information in it. Anytime we thought we might want to try a new activity we consulted the book for tips then used the app to help us find it. The app is extra great since it works even in areas with zero cell service. We were in the middle of Waimea Canyon on a hike and we could still pull up the map to figure out where we were along the trail. Because of all the information we had at our fingertips we were able to fill our days with so many different and interesting things! We are from New England so this is certainly a faraway land for us-but with the book and app we felt more “at home” in knowing where to go. We’re now leaving Kauai feeling like we’ve seen and done the best things the island has to offer! Thank you!!” – Allison & Craig

“BTW – the iPhone app will get six stars (out of 5) as soon as I figure out how to do that. The interactive GPS-aware map is fantastic!” – T. Berry

“First purchased the book, then the app right before we came. We have had a great week thanks to many of your suggestions in the book… The gps based map has been the best. Worked perfectly… Swimming in the pool under Wailua Falls was incredible, and the food suggestions were spot on.” – A. Dewan

“We have always recommended the books to everyone as a “must have” when visiting Kauai, but just when you think it couldn’t get any better, along comes the app! Absolutely, positively have to have it!” – P. Watters

“The THANKS in the subject line comes because you have posted updates to your guidebook it saves us the time and trouble…. Most companies wouldn’t do that…. I love how down-to-earth your writing is. I feel as if someone is talking right to me because it is so easy to read…. Keep up the good work and can’t wait to go again and again.” – C. Beck, AZ

“Used this app the last 10 days while on the Big Island and it was great. Best app purchase. Located great dining options and never had a bad meal! Your reviews of places and activities was spot on! Will recommend this app to anyone going to the Big Island. Thanks for helping to make our vacation even better.” – B. Oslick, PA

“Hey, LOVED your book… My wife and I have never been to the Big Island before and wanted visiting information. So I went to Borders, read a number of books, and you won hands down as most informative of all the books. I feel like I have already been to the island.” – S. Baughman

“You share not only facts and reviews, but also a heartfelt interest in the culture of the islands…. My maternal family is from Kane’ohe… With the information in your guides, I have been able to [re]visit the islands and not only gain a tremendous appreciation for their beauty and magnificence, but also to REGAIN an emotional and inherited connection to the culture and spirit as well…. Thank you so much for your introspective views, informative text, and complete and utter honesty and respect for the people of the islands as well as those visiting.” – D. Martinez

“Your Hawaii guidebooks are without a doubt, the best of their genre that we have read. Despite the fact that my ‘Kauai-girl’ wife and I have been making annual visits to the Islands for over 30 years, your guidebooks provide us with details and information about places, restaurants and other stuffs that we never considered.” – G. Lapnow

“Your books are amazingly right on…. I’m a reporter and am equally impressed with your writing style and honesty…. I got home at 2am last night and am STILL reading your book about the few places we didn’t go!” – K. Sully, OR

“I had a hard time deciding between your book and the lady’s book with all the editions… Started yours first and read it all in one sitting. Very easy to read and to the point. I am really impressed with your website and the updating you have on it. Truly amazing use of available technology. I am very impressed with you and your book.” – M. Bach

“Anyone who does not have this guidebook and goes to Maui makes a huge mistake. It is marvelous – thorough and almost completely correct. We did many of the suggested activities; all with providers mentioned in the book and were very, very satisfied… By the end of our trip even the boys were saying, ‘What does the guidebook recommend?’” – R. Ferguson

“I’ve been meaning to send this for several months now. We made our first visit to Hawaii in February and of course we had our copy of The Big Island Revealed close at hand. Your book proved to be an invaluable resource and helped make our trip truly memorable. What became a running joke with us was that at every tourist attraction, about 1/2 of the cars in the parking lots had a copy of  “the blue book” on the dash! We are in the process of planning a return visit this winter and ordering your latest edition is one of the first steps. Keep up the good work.” – C. & J. Wilson, OH

“We have your books for these islands and love them and your writing style. Very zen.” – S. Walker, NY

“First, I want to let you know that we LOVE your Maui Revealed!!! LOVE IT!…We are hang gliding, doing a zipline, snorkeling, have reservations for that magic show, etc. And I feel so confident that we chose the best operators for our family because of your book. I will sing its praises to everyone who is even thinking of going to Hawaii!!! Thanks so much.” – L. & B. Robertson, TN

“We just returned from a week camping and exploring in Maui. Our trip was incredible, likely because your book didn’t leave our hands the entire time! We felt like you guys were there with us giving us insider tips as we traveled around the island….We live on O‘ahu and even use your book for tips around our own island. We’re going to Kaua‘i soon and can’t wait to crack open that book to see what the garden isle has in store for us.” – E. Turner, HI

“Thank you SOOO much for the ”Blue Bible”! We are just wrapping up 2 weeks on Oahu and the Big Island, and your books have been invaluable. AND fun to read! We got lucky and were told by a random stranger (in a bar in Chicago) that we MUST get the ‘revealed’ guidebooks – checked them out, purchased, started reading… Now about 4 other friends have them. About to buy the Maui and Kaua‘i books…JUST to start planning.” – C. Low, IL

“Before we headed to Kauai last week, our friends offered to loan us their 7th edition Kauai guidebook and my husband and I politely accepted; all the while thinking “this is our 3rd time to visit Kauai..what will this book tell us that we don’t already know?” Lets just say we were put in our place…! Boy, were we shocked and blown away by the wealth of knowledge your book bestowed upon us! We took the book everywhere with us as our travel companion and tour guide that led us to excellent food finds, breathtaking views and awesome adventures. We credit your book for helping us steer clear of all things mediocre. We enjoyed the harsh truths that you stated about certain places…especially restaurants. And in turn, your praises resounded that much more clearly. Bottom line, you saved us time, money and miles…and for that we are grateful.” – K. & M. Williams, KS

“Not only was your writing hilarious to read but truly informative. I feel I had a much better vacation and was able to really experience Maui as a result of your book. I am also grateful to you for describing your trip to Haleakala. After reading that section of the book, I immediately included numerous long sleeved shirts, my long running spandex, gloves, a heavy sweatshirt and scarf in my suitcase. I would have never thought to bring these things to Hawaii. We did watch the sunrise on Haleakala and as I was standing on top of the volcano at 5am, I was very content in my layers of clothing and to use your terminology did NOT freeze my ‘nuggies off.’ For that, thank you!” – K. Hannigan

“I have been meaning to write this forever. Your books rock!!!!! I have used them for both Kauai and the Big Island and our trip would have been partial and incomplete without them! Believe me, I know! I went to Maui before I knew of your books and my memories are just not as colourful. I really appreciate how you provide updates between editions and the frankness and honesty in your reviews… Thanks so much for helping my family and me create such great memories!!” – A. Hergott, Canada

“Well you have done it again! We used your book on our first trip to Hawaii 10 years ago. We went to Maui then and pretty much followed every detail on your book like it was gospel. So this time, 10 years later, when we booked our trip to the Big Island, we didn’t hesitate for a moment to go to Barnes and Noble and get your book for this trip. We were not disappointed! Thank you so much for making our trip the best it could be! We travel a lot, and wish there were more people like you that wrote accurate books for other places in the world. Keep up the amazing job!” – Scott family, OR

“Congratulations on an excellent guidebook! We had a friend recommend (actually, he insisted) your Big Island Revealed and he was right. Throughout our trip, we referred to it as ‘the book’ and made sure we had it with us each time we went out since it is such an amazing resource. We now have the pleasure of giving the same advice to our friends who’ll be travelling to the Big Island in the spring – do not go there without this book! Thank you so much for the hard work you put into this book – it was a huge part of making our trip a huge success!” – S. Taylor, Canada

“Just wanted to say thank you for putting out such an awesome guidebook! I’m currently on my Maui vacation and ordered this book weeks before I came here. I would never have known half of what to do if it wasn’t for this book. I take it with me whenever we go for a drive somewhere just so I don’t miss something along the way… Anyways, just wanted to say thank you for helping make my vacation more amazing!!!!” – J. Teddy

“As a result of your book, we did not need a physical tour guide, and were able to be completely independent on each island. We honestly felt like locals even though we were tourists from the East Coast. We did not want to leave the most beautiful place in the world. Thanks again for your thoughtful and well researched books.” – A. Scanlan-Abbott

“In planning an upcoming trip to Kauai and Maui, four of us have browsed a multitude of guidebooks, and chosen both your Kauai and Maui books to guide us. And I am SO thankful that we did. I very much enjoy the planning part of a trip, and learning about places to go and things to do. I typically opt for a Moon publication, or perhaps a Fodor’s or a Frommer’s and they do a good job in this respect. However, I did not realize how much fun the actual reading of the book can be! You have been informative, with a great degree of specificity, and I feel well oriented to the islands. I feel prepared to know not only what to do and where to do it, but what NOT to do and where NOT to do it. But the big thing, and the reason I felt compelled to write this, is that I LAUGHED and was fully entertained throughout the reading. It was a true pleasure to read your books. So thank you not only for the guidance, but for the entertainment.” – S. Feeney, NJ

“My husband and I have lived on O‘ahu for almost 4 years now and I think it’s safe to say we are adventure junkies. We are avid hikers and waterfall hunters and the islands provide the cure. We have been so thankful for ‘Oahu Revealed’ in those years, as we have seen more than some locals that have lived here all of their lives… Overall, we just wanted to let you know what a great thing you have done for us personally with the wonderful information you have made available. We plan to stay living on the islands and always look forward to exploring more of the nooks and crannies we probably wouldn’t stumble upon on our own. Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts.” – The Armstrongs, HI

“Your guidebooks are indispensable – I buy an updated version for each island we visit each year we go on vacation.” – T. Bradley

“This is the definitive Maui resource! I believe I know a lot about The Valley Isle, but I learned more in the first 10 minutes of scanning through these pages than I could have discovered in years of one-week vacations. I have now handed this off to my neighbors who are coming to Maui with us this August… they thought I was being pushy when I told them they had to read it, but they’ve already starting thanking me and chatting online about specific activities and hikes… Thank you for writing “Maui Revealed.” I promise when others ask me for Maui advice, I will NOT pass your book off on them… I will insist that they buy their own!” – T. Esko, WA

“I just wanted to say thanks. I am a travel agent and also just booked and traveled with my family to Maui for my niece’s wedding. Right away I bought your book and told everyone in the party to buy it. Your book really saved us so much time and money, but most importantly–helped us maximize the quality of vacation we had. It really helped me as a new travel agent also, because everyone kept looking to me for answers and I had never been to Maui yet. It especially helped us on the road to Hana!… Also, the maps in your book were extremely helpful. I recommend your books to anyone traveling there, and I’m looking forward to reading your other island books, as Hawaii is our new favorite spot! Next…O‘ahu and the Big Island!” – H. Rickard

“We just got back from 10 days in Hawaii (2 O‘ahu and 7 in Maui). We have traveled in Europe and elsewhere, using Fodor’s and Rick Steve’s guidebooks – we found yours to be as good or better! Your intimate knowledge of the islands is amazing. Your writing style is approachable, fun and accurate – it made each drive or hike more enjoyable with you along as our experienced guides.” – L. & K. Farmer-Smith, PA

“Your book is awesome! It’s our first time in Big Island. Thanks to your book, we’ve found many places that we would have never gone/found by ourselves.” – D. Wang

“Your guidebook was simply outstanding. So informative and I greatly enjoyed the humorous quips also. My wife, my daughter and granddaughter and son all thank you for enabling us to find the things we wanted and learn many things about Maui.” – R. Anderson, CA

“Thank you for your wealth of information. At every turn, we found the information accurate and beneficial.” – S. & B. Carlson, WA

“You guys are the best…we’ve used your books for 4 islands and just recommended the series to two other couples going to paradise. Thanks and please keep it going.” – K. Clark, CO

“Our honeymoon on Maui was fantastic, and that can be attributed to the many things that went so well for us while we were there. Those things went well because we had your ‘Maui Revealed’ in our hands the whole time and found things to do and see that others had no idea were there or available. Thanks for the outstanding work – best travel book on Hawaii written!” – G. Jones, FL

“Before we went on our 35th anniversary cruise to 4 Hawaiian Islands, I bought your ‘Revealed’ book on each one. The pleasure reading them–almost from cover to cover–rivaled the trip itself. They are so well organized and accurate. We only had a day or two at each island, but were able to follow several of your suggestions (restaurants, beaches, sites). We wouldn’t have known about them otherwise.” – C. Dembinski

“Thank you so much for Ultimate Guide. We have been to Oahu twice and your book was very useful. We used it everyday and also let our friends use it at they travel to Hawaii. On both our trips we wrote little side notes in the book as did our friends, three months later, as I read through the book again and read our side notes, I can not wait to return to your beautiful island, we love everything about Oahu. We love your honesty in your guide, as we toured the island, we almost knew what we were in for because of your guide.” – J. & K. Heath

“I purchased your guidebooks for Oahu and Kauai and am just finishing up ‘Oahu Revealed.’ It’s a fantastic book and quite an amusing read. I love the humor you interjected and all the helpful hints you provided. This is quite unlike any other guidebook I’ve seen, and I’ve looked at a lot before making my purchase. I can’t wait to start ‘Kauai Revealed.’ Thanks for such a delightful read!” – J. Zilco, CT

“On the recommendation of a Kauai resident, I got your Kauai and Maui Ultimate Guide books. FABULOUS!!!… My travel partner was reading another book, and once she got her hands on mine she was delighted — not only with the great information but the humor.” – Jane R., NY

“My wife and I just came back from visiting our friend who lives in O‘ahu. His instructor in a computer class had your book and let him borrow it. We used it every single day. It was a FANTASTIC book. We found its honesty refreshing and it allowed us to totally trust your recommendations. It was humorous as well. I just wanted to send you a real life testimony to how effective your book is at helping people discover O‘ahu.” – C. & A. Dean, MI

“Two friends and I spent the entire month of February with you by our side. Your extraordinary hospitality requires - even demands - a humble attempt at expressing our gratitude. Your recommendations and descriptions were helpful, humorous and accurate. With your guidance we saw, tasted, smelled and savored the best of Oahu. And it was your insightfulness and practicality that made such a perfect adventure possible. You became our dear friend Andy who went everywhere with us, answered our constant queries and was selflessly availably night and day. Andy dear, we have found in you a kindred traveling spirit. Thank you for ‘Oahu Revealed.’” – G. Kams

“Thanks so much!! BTW… love your Hawaii Series. We’ve used the Kauai, and Maui books on week long vacations, and plan on Big Island to be just as fun due to your book!! Thanks so much.” – J. Gloer

“I just have to say that if we did not have your guidebook on Maui, our honeymoon would not have been the same. We used it everywhere we went. Even if we found restaurants on the Internet, we still used your book for maps. My husband thought the book was the greatest thing ever!!… Thank you. Your guidebook made all the difference in our honeymoon.” – Marissa & BJ

“I have nothing but compliments…as these books have made our trips even more unbelievable than we could have expected.” – M. Nosik

“Thank you for your books, which are easy and fun to read, can’t tell you how many times you had me laughing out loud. I don’t think I can say that about any other travel book.” – T. & M.

“I just wanted to say I bought your book and it is awesome!… Thank you for publishing the great book.” – C. DeHan, GA

“We have enjoyed all of your guidebooks. They enhanced our visits. Like your ocean-breezy style, review candor, and overall dedication to Hawai‘i… ONO/Real Gem ratings were accurate… Keep up the great work.” – V. Sears, IL

“First off, congratulations on an excellent book. As guidebook authors ourselves, we can honestly say you have done a fantastic job. We love the sense of humor and honesty in the reviews. We know you must take some, uh, static from the resorts/restaurants/activity companies you review (we get it ourselves in spades), but you should realize how special it is today to NOT read the promo fluff… Thanks again for a fantastic book.” – A. & D. Fields, CO

“I am a geographer. The woeful maps in most of the books gave me no sense of place. Your maps put my feet on the ground – and I haven’t been to most of the places your describe! Thank you for your fine guidebooks that put the major travel companies to shame.” – P. Lebowitz