Dream of escaping to an island, for the slower pace and stunning views? This illustrated love letter to the Pacific Northwest's iconic islands--focusing on Puget Sound, the San Juans, and Canada’s Gulf Islands and Vancouver Island--charms and educates travelers, locals, and armchair adventurers alike. A PACIFIC NORTHWEST BESTSELLER! Kick back, relax, and get On Island Time. This quirky illustrated travel guide showcases the hidden delights, natural wonders, and singular history of Washington and British Columbia's islands, from the author of bestselling The Best Coast, A Road Trip Atlas: Illustrated Adventures Along the West Coast's Historic Highways. Get ready to visit: PUGET SOUND Bainbridge Vashon-Maury Whidbey The South Sound SAN JUAN ISLANDS Fidalgo San Juan Orcas Lopez BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver Island The Gulf Islands The Sunshine Coast Featuring hundreds of illustrations and hand-drawn maps, On Island Time is bursting with ideas aplenty for island-hopping excursions, like the best place for pie and steamed mussels on Whidbey Island, the most picturesque hikes in the San Juans, and the town on Vancouver Island to visit for salmon angling. Chock-full of unusual facts, hidden history, and roadside attractions, On Island Time celebrates a slower lifestyle that is diverse, fascinating, and altogether magical.
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Chandler O'Leary is an accomplished illustrator and lettering artist who infuses her unique visual style into storytelling. With a keen interest in travel and history, she crafts artwork that bridges the past with the present. Her work often explores themes of female activism and the enduring power of history, employing captivating lettering and vibrant illustrations to bring historical figures and places to life. O'Leary's dedication to detail and her ability to marry aesthetic beauty with profound meaning make her output truly compelling.


- 2023
- 2019
The Best Coast: A Road Trip Atlas
Illustrated Adventures Along the West Coasts Historic Highways (Travel Guide to Washington, Oregon, California & Pch)
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Featuring a collection of historic routes along the West Coast, this illustrated book highlights quirky roadside attractions, cherished landmarks, and intriguing hidden histories. It serves as both an inspiring guide for road-trippers and a charming tribute to the region, perfect for armchair travelers seeking unique experiences and offbeat delights.