5 comments about Frommer's Greece (Frommer's Complete).

1. If you haven't been to Greece before, this is where to start. You'll want to read most of it before you go to help plan your trip and get you oriented. It has just about everything, although Greece is a dynamic country, and no travel book will be up to date on everything. If you're looking for a personal touch to traveling Greece, something that connects archaeological sites with mythology and history, you might try this: Oedipus on a Pale Horse: Greek Journey in Search of a Personal Mythology. I was in Greece for ten weeks along a few years ago, and relied heavily on a guidebook, and this is one of the best. Happy travels!



2. WOW- what a great book!
   This book made our trip to Greece in so many ways.
   We got great ideas from this book that were accurate and fun. I would recommend it to anyone headed to Greece.
   A day trip to Albania was one of the best things we did-suggested in the book.



3. We knew Frommer's was geared more toward people with a larger travel budget than we had, but we were still disappointed with this guide. It didn't offer intra-city travel options and most of the museum/sight information was outdated. We missed Rick Steves on this leg of our trip.



4. This is definitely a good travel book however some parts of the book (even though you get a current copy) may already be outdated especially when it comes to hotels and restaurants. You can get better info on the internet and definitely will be more up to date. Still it's a good travel book if you purchase it at a discount price.



5. I am sure this book will bea help on our trip to Greece this summer.

5 comments about Streetwise London Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of London, England.

1. Best thing about this is that it's laminated to withstand use and weather. Won't know about the rest of it until it's used, but it will be used shortly and used frequently for the next six months.



2. I must say that this lil map of London is very good. So far I am mapping out a lot of places and things and actually found where I will be staying when I get there. :-) It is simply great, and is laminated, so it won't get dirty, bent out of shape or anything. Simply perfect!



3. This was indispensable. It is perfect in the fact that it is plastic coated, it was opened many times and held up well!! My husband carried it in his jacket pocket, and we never left the hotel without it.



4. This streetwise map of London was very useful for my latest trip to London. It is sturdy and compact and comprehensive. The Streetwise maps are a good product in general. I live in New York City but still use a Streetwise map of New York.



5. I spent three weeks in London with a group of students studying abroad. This was by far the most useful map anyone had. Big enough to read and small enough to tuck away in a purse pocket. We did a lot of walking and every little alley was on it. I'm going back this summer and might take two, because my students always wanted to borrow mine.

5 comments about Streetwise Paris Metro Map - Laminated Paris Metro Map - Folding pocket & wallet size metro map for travel.

1. I also bought the streetwise Paris map which has the same information only slightly larger print. I think the metro index would be good for a man to carry in his wallet or a woman to carry in her pocket because it folds into three parts to become just a little larger than a driver's license, but the Streetwise Paris map is better if you have a purse because it gives much more information. They are both laminated which is helpful.



2. It's a high quality map, very attractive and waterproof. But it's not that useful on the ground. Get a good guide book with zone maps instead. We never referred to this even once in-country.



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4. This map was very handy in navigating the streets and metros of Paris. A must have for your pockets.



5. Not at all useful, too small, better maps are given free at hotels and stops. Overpriced.

5 comments about Frommer's Paris 2010 (Frommer's Color Complete Guides).

1. "Some establishments in France might not accept your credit card unless you have a computer chip imbedded in it." ~ pg. 72
   
   There are two books I'd recommend before taking a trip to Paris and this is one of them. The other book is Paris (DK EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE). The DK guide is superior as far as pictures go but I liked the "Where to Dine" section better in the Frommer's guide. This book has interesting facts sprinkled throughout. You will read about the world's first movie being shown in Paris on December 28, 1895. There is also some information about Hemingway and lots of other famous people and where they ate when visiting Paris. There is a section on movies that gave me some ideas for what to watch while at home.
   
   I wish I'd had this book the first time I went to Paris because it has some good walking tours in it. I took a weekend tour to Paris so reading this book showed me what I missed. I would still take a tour the first time because it is less complicated and you get to see all the main sites in a short amount of time. I think a week in Paris would have been better and with this book you can plan out your days more easily. This guide also comes with a pullout map of Paris.
   
   Some of the highlights in this book include day trips. You probably don't want to miss seeing the Chateau de Versailles or Disneyland Paris. You have to visit Paris once in your life it is an amazing place to visit. So I'd suggest getting the DK book and this book to really plan out your trip effectively.
   
   ~The Rebecca Review



2. People are creatures of habit and can be strangers in our own city. This guide offers something for everyone from a Paris first-timer to a local that hasn't explored parts of the city in years.
   
   The first part of the book has a series of city guides based on the "Best of Paris in one day" concept. While this is very helpful for those that only have a limited amount of time to explore and only want to know the top ten things to do in 1/2 a day, 1-day, 2-days, 3-days etc it would actually be frustrating to base a longer vacation of 4 days or more on the same model. The short term to-do" list becomes a chore when applied to longer term stays because it directs you to run from one end of the city to another throughout the day therefore wasting valuable time (and money) on transportation. For a longer vacation it would be best to focus on specific neighbourhoods and areas of interest while keeping in mind those main attractions and Landmarks. That way there's plenty of time to do everything while still enjoying the pace of Paris.
   
   The rest of the book is devoted to a neighbourhood by neighbourhood highlight of the most interesting shops and attractions, complete with hotel and restaurant recommendations at a range of price levels. This is extremely helpful for the Paris first-timer to learn about each unique neighbourhood and is indispensible for the person taking a longer vacation in the city. This section is also the most useful for the local Parisian to rediscover the different neighbourhoods his or her city, or to help friends and family who visit.
   
   As in all the Frommer Guides, there is a city map included and the usual detailed list of logistical and useful information.
   
   An all-round guide that is neither too brief nor too long. The tone is friendly and neither boring nor condescending.
   
   Recommended.



3. Frommer's travel guides contain hundreds of color photos, foldout maps, exact prices, directions, and candid reviews of hotels and restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The guide also contains itineraries, walking tours, trip planning ideas, insider tips from local experts, and many other beneficial tips to get the most out of the location someone is traveling to. Frommer's has an easy to read structure that allows for efficient traveling and smooth navigating, and while it may sometimes be an overload of information, overall, it's well worth the price and will enable the traveler to have an excellent experience in an unfamiliar location.
   
   In the Frommer's guide to New York City, there was a list on page two entitled "Most Unforgettable New York City Experiences," which was a very eye-catching way to start off the guide. Moral of the story; Frommer's doesn't waste any time. Right away they list some great things for first time visitors to partake in, including some smaller things that other guidebooks might miss, like "Take the New York City Subway." That's a no brainer to someone who's been to New York City once or twice. It's something everyone should do, yet something most guides might forget about. The guide also suggests to walk up 125th street (Harlem Boulevard), and run around the Central Park reservoir. (Two other admirable suggestions.) Then of course, the guide lists some of the big, more obvious guns, like visiting the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building. Frommer's Paris will undoubtedly inspire someone to want to visit Paris. In the "Most Unforgettable Paris Experiences" section there are references to Ernest Hemingway's memoir of Paris "A Moveable Feast," and it has a list of a few bars and cafes he enjoyed writing and drinking at, which is something many travelers, not tourists, would be interested in visiting.
   
   A review on the website [...] states that Frommer's guides specialize in European countries. The travel guides taking place in these countries are said to be of higher quality, although not much of a difference in quality could be noticed between New York City and the Paris guide. Both seemed quite similar in structure and style. Granted, they were edited by different people. Perhaps in the past it came down to how well the editors really knew the area in which they were studying.
   
   The guidebook contains very useful pictures on almost every page, along with list after very useful list, including best buildings, restaurants, and things to do for free. Numerous maps are scattered throughout the book, and tucked away in the back is a fold out map of Manhattan. Granted, "New York City" consists of all five boroughs, and Manhattan is simply "The City," but that's something to be forgiven. Someone traveling to New York wouldn't find too much worth outside of Manhattan. It isn't a subway map, but those are all over the city, so it would have been unnecessary. The language of the guide is very simple. For the most part, short, concise sentences are used. For example, on page 90, referring to Union Square, the guide states that "Union Square is the hub of the entire area; the N, Q, R, 4, 5, 6, W, and L train stop here, making it easy to reach from most other city neighborhoods." Within this short introduction to Union Square, a lot is said in simple words; the reader knows of all the trains that run through the square, and the area is defined as a busy, popular place with a lot of activity going on. This use of simple language enables teenagers, as well as older folks, to use this guide with relative ease. The language, as well as the easy-to-use lists and references, is why Frommer's is one of the most popular and bestselling travel guides in the world. One downside is that Frommer's may be more geared for high rollers in the economy department. Although Frommer's does do their best to offer cheap and free things to do, the guide doesn't go too far out of their way to do it, and there are plenty more expensive hotels mentioned than cheap ones. The guide itself runs for about twenty dollars. The smaller sized Boston edition breaks down Hotels into three categories; very expensive, expensive, and moderate. Notice how there is no "Cheap" section. There's always a few cheap hotels to be mentioned, so why not include them? A few teenagers venturing to Boston would most definitely want a cheap hotel that they could just crash in for a few hours each night. Other lists, such as restaurants and bars contain lists labeled as "Inexpensive."
   
   The regular sized Frommer's travel guides for New York City and Paris made very good use of pictures. More than half of the pages in the guide had at least one picture. When discussing architecture, restaurants, or even fun activities, there was usually at least one picture to give the reader an idea of what they were in store for. This creates a picture in the mind of the reader, and the mere aesthetics of the visuals could be enough to draw the reader to want to commit to either buying the book, or listening to the writers advice. The portable Boston guide didn't have any pictures at all, and it definitely was harder to navigate because of it. The pictures help structure and help the reader find things a lot quicker. If the reader wants to find a good restaurant and they see a picture of a restaurant, chances are they've found their section without having to look in the index.
   
   The size of the travel guide is manageable, and reasonably lightweight (weighing just under two pounds). It won't fit in a normal-sized pocket, but a bag or a purse will do, and the weight allows one to carry it around with relative ease. An older crowd would find this The audience may be written for more of an older crowd. It isn't overwhelmingly written for an older crowd, but if there was any lean, it'd be more towards the older crowd. Frommer's has a variety of locations to choose from, including, but not limited to; Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Rome, Chicago, Dublin, London, Las Vegas, and Hong Kong. Typically, Frommer's gears its guides towards specific cities as oppose to generalizing them towards countries, as some other guides occasionally do. The guide is riddled with many interesting sections that the reader would love, including ones such as "Where the Editor eats," which is a list of restaurants that the editor personally writes about and recommends.
   
   There are a few places that Frommer's doesn't seem to cover, such as Australia, Alaska, and other often overlooked locations if someone wants to do some sightseeing or hiking and camping. The purpose of the guide focuses on the overall experience of a city. Frommer's answers the question of how a tourist can get the best overall experience. For Frommer's, this seems to be the main objective; experiencing a city or country as much as possible as fast as possible, and that's something to be admired, because the organization of the guide allows for an easy sense of navigation and direction throughout the destination in order to get as many of these things done as possible.



4. This is jam-packed guide of beautiful Paris, with a total of 424 colorful pages, and a bonus foldout map in the back of the guide. The guide includes a number of maps within, for example, a map of Left Bank when going through the area. Also included are a number of "utility" items, such as common phrases, brief history of France, a map of the Paris Metro on the inside-back-cover, and things like that.
   
   There is a total of 13 chapters, including dining, shopping, nightlife, strolling, accommodations, side trips, exploring the City of Light. The guide also tries to help with the planning ahead before you actually get there which is one of the secrets of traveling!
   
   But approach with caution! This guide will make you want to visit Paris ASAP :)



5. I love Paris. You probably do, too... or you are about to. I mention this, because I think anyone who loves Paris is bound to have their biases and preferences... along with the feeling that no guide book can reasonably express how to experience Paris. So it is. (If it were up to me, probably 70% of a book on Paris would be about delving into the 5th and 6th arrondissements.)
   This book covers the who city and gives a lot of options to consider, with some detail and commentary, as to where to stay, where you might eat, what you might like to do (including the obvious, and much more). The color photos are a pretty nice touch.
   The book contains a section detailing some of the really nice day trips one can take from Paris including Giverny :) and Disneyland Paris :(. It also has a foldout map. It's a bit hefty, but probably not too heavy to carry on the go. It's definitely the kind of book useful for planning a first visit to Paris.

5 comments about Streetwise London Underground Map - The Tube - Laminated London Metro Map - Folding pocket & wallet size metro map for travel.

1. If you're an American traveling in London, this map is indespencable. If you ask someone in London how to find something, you'll quickly realize that we speak American, not English, and their answer though thoughtfully and politely given, will be a struggle to understand. This map is indestructable and holds up in nasty London weather, has all the stops and routes for the Tube which makes affordable inter city and airport travel easy, and list all the spots you wish to see on you're trip. Good map. I'd buy it again if I didn't already own it.



2. Didn't get wet, fit in pocket, accurate, handy, what more could be wanted. I marked it with a fine point sharpie to find stuff.



3. I have very limited time in London on an upcoming trip, so I want to waste as little time as possible traveling between points. I love the size of this Tube map -- don't want to be weighed down with heavy guidebooks either! The size will make it easy to pack -- though it also makes the map a little harder to read, especially with older eyes.



4. I took this map of the London tube (subway) system with me to London recently and used it every day to get around to all the attractions. It's sturdy, folds up so you can put it in your pocket, and was indispensable for finding my way around London. Wouldn't go to London without it if you plan to use the tube!



5. Best guide for the Tube, though my only complaint is the Bank and Tower Hill stop... It looks like it's connected, but it's a 15 minute walk away.
   
   My friend wants one in every city! Hopefully, there is one!

5 comments about Streetwise Rome Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Rome, Italy - Folding pocket size travel map with metro map, subway.

1. Great map of Rome. Very easy to read with map of metro and a detailed map of downtown. Extremely durable laminated finish. Folds up to fit in a back pants pocket or jacket pocket. Very easy to follow. Great value.



2. I purchased this map with another one. I can't wait to use it while in Rome. It is not only very detailed, but laminated so you can't destroy it with one use. Also the size is perfect to fit in any large pocket or purse...Great map



3. I just got back from a two-week stay in Rome, and this map was definitely more helpful than the paper one that came with the guidebook I bought. I especially liked the enlarged portion that showed central Rome. The lamination is key. We didn't get caught in any rain, but even with dry weather, my other, paper map was worn to shreds. Also helpful, the fact that some major landmarks were illustrated onto the streets, which helps you to stay oriented. The little metro/tram map was completely useless.



4. Streetwise maps are my favorites for visiting any unfamiliar city, and the Rome edition proved to be no exception. Its laminated, heavy construction guarantees that you can fold, re-fold, and carry it in pockets, purses and bags without having it fall apart on you.
   
   The only thing I wasn't crazy about on the Rome map was the way the Historic District was broken off from the other sections of the city...I sometimes found myself flipping back and forth between that part of the map and the other areas of the city, trying to locate where I was when traveling between them and having some difficulty. But within each district I had no trouble navigating with this map.



5. I have several other maps by this company that I really like. The size is convenient, the plastic coating keeps them from tearing on a windy or wet day. But I threw this Rome map away in frustration and just used the one free from the hotel desk instead! I found it difficult to use; I'd look up at a street sign and then struggle to find that street in the tiny print and abbreviations on the map, and the index grid system was little help.

3 comments about Rick Steves' France 2010 with map.

1. What else is there to expect from Rick Steeves. It does not get any better than this!!



2. What can I say, Rick Steve's does it again with his latest update on France! I usually buy his country guide along with the matching Michelin Green Guide for any European Country we plan on visiting. An excellent combination!



3. I always start with Rick Steves when I am planning a trip. I found his discussions of places I was interested in seeing during this trip to France to be informative and true to his "off the beaten path" roots. Although I admit that with his popularity some of his paths are getting pretty well trodden these days as well.
   
   I think the secret to finding a good guide book is finding one that suits your traveling style. Rick Steves is probably not for every traveler but for those who want an experience that is a bit less formal than many of the other big name books, his books are a good starting point.
   
   This was the first guidebook I bought and, although I'll read others, it will probably be the one book I take with me when I leave for France.

5 comments about Rick Steves' Ireland 2010 with map.

1. As usual, Rick has done a supurb job at bringing a country to life. A little history, a little joking, and a lot of what to see and where to go. Rick is right up front, Ireland is a country to be experienced, not just seen. The people are the real key to the heart of Ireland. Bring your voice and dancing shoes and be prepared to stay late!



2. It is always a pleasure to be in the old country. But things/shops/restaurants change of course. Rick Steves gives current news which helps the traveler re-visit the " I gotta go back and see the......... again" and dine/stay/travel/visit with ease and confidence.



3. We spent 9 days in Ireland in summer 2009. We're a 50's couple and have traveled a lot and like to stay out in the country side. This guide is by no means a complete guide to Ireland, and there are a lot of places that are not mentioned. For example, we spent a great nice at Bantry House in Bantry Bay, not even in the index. But, if you follow his guide, you will see a lot of interesting things. We took his tour around the Dingle Peninsula and found it to be a great day and he made some great suggestions, like going the opposite way of the buses. I would get a rather conventional guide book and this one and use them both. Then, for your next trip you'll know if you are a Rick Steve kind of traveler or not.



4. Getting Through the "Back Door"
   Review of Rick Steves' travel guidebooks
   Since 1980 Rick Steves' "back door" travel philosophy has guided Americans through Europe. Before publishing his first Europe Through the Back Door guide, Steves taught about travel in a classroom. Now he has a series of travel guides and is the host of a public television series and radio show. His expansive knowledge and experience with European culture and his charming personality have attracted many followers. Rick Steves' travel guides are ideal for the inexperienced traveler or for those going to an unfamiliar destination. Useful information for traveling in Europe is provided in a compact, affordable, paperback book. Steves' Ireland 2010 book costs [...] at Borders ([...] on Amazon) and his Italy 2010 book costs [...] at Borders ([...] on Amazon). Most of the guides are around 8 x 4 inches and weigh around one pound. The cost is suitable for a budgeted audience and its size is adequate for traveling.
   Rick Steves' travel guides are colorful, neatly organized, and easy to read. At first glance readers will see a small, blue and yellow book with a destination labeled in large letters above a welcoming image of the location. Readers open up to a table of contents, making it easy to locate particular sections of interest. This is followed by a short overview of the country's history, culture, and people, accompanied by vivid pictures. The bulk of the book contains detailed information covering a number of topics. An index, map index, and appendix are also provided at the back of the book. While packed with information Steves' travel guides are never boring. In
   fact readers will fly through the pages as Steves shares fun facts and important tips in an honest and sometimes humorous manner. He admits that when traveling things that seem "God-given" like "cold beer" and "bottomless cups of coffee" are no longer true. Instead of instilling fear in the reader, Steves evokes excitement.
   There are several maps included in the guides displaying the country, its main destinations or cities, and other points of interest in the surrounding areas. A foldout color map of the country is provided in the back of all of his 2010 books, which can be carried while walking. Durable and small, it is a smart and useful item for any traveler to have. Besides maps there are also pictures on almost every page of the country's landscape, sights, and people. Most of the pictures and maps in the beginning of the guides are in color but the majority of them are in black and white. While color may be more appealing to the reader, it doesn't seem to detract from the quality of the guide. Steves' textual information is intriguing enough on its own, and pictures, while nice to look at, are not crucial.
   Before journeying to a destination, Steves provides travelers with a handy set of packing and preparation tips. He explains what is essential to bring based on his own experience. This "packing checklist" is very helpful and easy to adjust according to the length of one's trip and one's personal taste. Steves also gives advice about when in the year is the best time to go to a particular destination. Preparing finances and insurance is also addressed. On top of it all he has a three-week trip plan with destinations and attractions that will ensure a memorable trip.
   If there is a special place that may be under looked by travelers, Steves will make sure that the readers of his guides do not. Often Steves will provide information about small villages or towns away from the tourist scene. He is wonderful when it comes to encouraging readers to
   explore the culture of a place, and become "temporary locals." He stresses the importance of communicating and connecting with the people, giving a culture "the benefit of your open mind." If a traveler is not enjoying a place, Steves feels that the person does not know enough about it. He urges people to wander and "seek the truth." To help direct them in their investigations, he provides routes for self-guided walks. These walks are an adventurous alternative to sightseeing tours, at no cost.
   At the same time he acknowledges that people want to be tourists too, and certainly provides the information they are looking for. In his Ireland 2010 guidebook a section called "Ireland at a glance" provides highlights of popular areas and attractions on the island. Besides just giving information about these hot spots, he also mentions where and how to get discounts. He makes sure to include important sight rules and guidelines so readers know ahead of time how to behave and what can or cannot be brought. Special passes are also mentioned, particularly for seniors and children.
   Sleeping arrangements are made easy with Steves' help. Steves lists different types of sleeping accommodations available in each destination, discussing quality, numbers of beds and baths, and costs. These accommodations range from hostels to hotels to farmhouses. Steves provides a rating system, or "Sleep Code", which categorizes accommodations by price. He also uses coded letters to distinguish what a room has in terms of beds and baths, and so on. His use of codes saves space and ink, also making the book itself smaller. While some accommodations such as hostels go for [...] a night, others such as farmhouses cost [...] per week. Hostels are good for backpackers and students on a budget, while farmhouses are better for families or adults who want to indulge a little. While some places are more expensive than others, Steves
   provides readers with tips for saving money. To make reservations easier, he also supplies hotel reservation forms in the Appendix of the book.
   As already seen, costs do vary depending on preference. But it is fact that one needs money to travel. Rick Steves values a tight budget and is constantly searching for the lowest prices without compensating quality. For sightseeing and entertainment costs in Ireland, Steves estimates that a person would spend an average of [...] a day. Airfare (if coming from the U.S.) is estimated at [...]. Steves also recognizes adults and students who are traveling, and provides different calculations for the two. For example, in Ireland 2010 Steves would say that the average adult should be prepared to spend [...] per day. On the other hand a student should be prepared to spend around [...] a day. This takes care of food, transportation, sleeping, and other miscellaneous things.
   Although Rick Steves' travel guides contain no interviews or eyewitness accounts, they are not necessary. Steves is a man with great experience and dedication to his work. Every year he travels to his destinations to keep updated on current events and changes to businesses, costs, sights, and more. His Europe Through the Back Door series has become widely known for its outstanding information and advice. One Amazon reviewer regards his guide as "the most valuable resource" to have while traveling. Another claims that he has "used Rick's advice before and [has] never been let down."
   Steves' travel guides can be used for any adult, family, or student traveler. His focus on low cost traveling appeals to anyone traveling on a budget. The ease with which information flows through the guidebooks makes traveling simple and less overwhelming for a person with little to no experience. For further information Steves provides his self-titled website on the back
   cover of the book and also tells the reader to check out his television series. Follow Rick Steves' guidelines and get through the "back door" of Europe with the guarantee of an exciting trip.
   
   Bibliography:
   
   "Customer Reviews." Amazon. Web. 15 Feb 2010. [...]
   
   "Rick Steves." Wikipedia. 24 Jan. 2010. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc., Web. 4 Feb 2010. [...]
   
   Steves, Rick, and Pat O'Connor. Rick Steves' Ireland 2010. Pap/Map ed. Avalon Travel
   Publishing, 2009. 504. Print.
   
   Steves, Rick. Rick Steves' Italy 2010. Pap/Map ed. Avalon Travel Publishing, 2009. 1024.
   Print.



5. This is probably the 10th book I have bought by Rick Steves. I travel alot. His books are full of information you can use or not it is your choice. I have nothing bad to say about his books. We are going to Ireland this summer for several books and have booked many B&B's he has suggested, also going to visit many of the places he suggested.
   We hope to have a marvelous time as usual.

5 comments about Streetwise Paris Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Paris, France.

1. Once you arrive in Paris, there are MANY free maps that are actually easier to use.



2. Nice map but note that it is a really small print and in the evening you need a little flashlight to be able to read the print. If you have sight issues bring a small magnifying glass.



3. This map was our constant companion while in Paris. Not only did it make it easy to figure out where we were and how to go where we wanted to go, but the highlighted sights suggested other outings which we hadn't even known about before. Works great with cab drivers - point and go!



4. The Map of the city was very easy to follow and was accurate. The METROPOLITAN (subway) map was very valuable. Laminated map easy to write and mark wiht a pen and did not get managed even on a 10 day stay in Paris. :)



5. Really liked that the main monuments/attractions where drawn, including the train map. The downside for us that cost the lost of a star was that we stayed at the Marriott on the South side of town and it was not in the map. Other than that, highly recommend this for first time Paris visitors like us. Oh, we had 1 1/2 & 8 y.o. boys with us, and we thought this map made it easy to look up thing quickly.

5 comments about Rick Steves' Italy 2010 with map.

1. Rick Steves is specific about what to see, where to stay and what you actually get, what not to miss and how to get to everything. Oh, and how much it will cost. I have used other Steves' guidebooks, and he is right on the money.



2. We are still planning our trip to Italy, but are finding this book to be the most valuable resource we have. It goes beyond lists of hotels and lists of restaurants. This book truly gives tips, advice, and 'how to'. It's given us the confidence to attempt this trip on our own.



3. I have traveled to Italy many times. Every other year I purchase Rick's book on Italy, I always learn many new things. March will be my 33 trip so I know what I am talking about. experiment a little take a chance and travel if you can.



4. Terrific guidebook. I always travel with Rick's books now, since I find them to be simply superior to the others. His books take you by the hand to some of the most amazing and wonderful places you can ever travel to. Rick's guidebooks are updated annually, not every other year like the vast majority of guidebooks. And, for many of the accommodations he recommends, discounts are offered when traveling with his book.



5. This is a great book to take with you while traveling. We bought it some time prior to our trip and booked
   on hotels he recommend. We saved a lot of money following his advice.
   We will recommend to friends and family as well.