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Synopsis
Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over. Updated each year and containing a full-color, foldout Rand McNally map, a Fodor's Gold Guide is an essential tool for any kind of traveler. Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze, and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free. If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you. The best guide to Europe, updated every year City walks and country drives covering the essential sights: castles, churches, museums, gardens, seashores, mountaintops Terrific spots to bike, hike, sail, swim, and sunbathe Great nightlife, from theater and opera to bars and clubs Savvy shopping tips, from top stores to outdoor markets Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget Distinctive lodgings, from family-run inns to grand hotels, including island retreats and hilltop guest houses and B&Bs Rustic taverns and neighborhood pubs, chic restaurants and sidewalk cafes, beer halls, sleek brasseries, and trattorias Fresh, thorough, practical -- off and on the beaten path Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands All reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents 173 pages of maps -- and more Important contacts, smart travel tips Complete index