Fodor's Upclose Paris, 2nd Edition

By Fodor's Travel Publications Inc.

Fodor's upCLOSE Paris"Good writing and a sassy attitude." -- Chicago Sun-Times "Takes you places locals love and tourists don't know about." -- American Way magazine "Perfect for finding bargains." -- Shape magazine Designed for people who want to travel well and spend less: With candid reviews and a fresh outlook, Fodor's upCLOSE points the way to authentic experiences that will take you away from the crowds and close to the culture -- without having to spend a fortune. Great places to stay that don't cost a fortune -- From top-floor garrets and family-run inns to hostels and foyers in medieval palaces and 18th-century houses. The best places to eat, drink, and play with the locals -- From bistros and brasseries to film, festivals, cabaret, concerts, theaters, and bars. On-the-money insights into local culture, history, and sights. Great side trips and adventures beyond the obvious Packed with savvy tips and practical information -- From airfare deals to tips on losing the crowds. Clear, readable maps

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0679003851
• ISBN13: 9780679003854
• Release Date: February 2000
• Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

Excellent, compact, detailed

I was looking for local travel information, and there was a treasurehouse of telephone numbers and Website listed here. This might not be for the spanking rich traveling with an unlimited budget, but for a budget minded traveler like me, I found the tips indispensable. The book is well bound, and like some other books that I clowsely examined, this one did not *seem* like it would fall apart into three unasked for sections in the middle of my trip. A nice map at the end is an added bonus. For little more than ten bucks, I found this hard to beat. If you only wanrt to carry one guide with you, and like me, you're a first time traveler to France, this should probably be the one. Excellent and highly recommended. END

great book to show you unexpected treasures

This book may be a little dated (1998 publication), and perhaps that's why I found it so useful, as I was traveling in early 1999. But one memory--one of my favorites of the city--was thanks to this book. We were looking for a place to eat and I suggested this West African place I had bookmarked. The guide described hearty dishes served family-style in a friendly neighborhood setting. We found our way through the winding Parisian streets and came upon a very unassuming storefront in a dark alley. My companions were hesitant but I insisted. What we found inside was exactly how Fodor's UpClose described it. The food was some of the best we had on our entire trip and cheap too. We were kids on a budget! And the book was right on with the rest of its content. I recommend this series and only hope a new edition is put out before my summer backpacking excursion! I give it only 4 stars because of the two-year-old edition.