Customer Reviews

Fodor's upCLOSE Germany: The Guide that Gets You to the Heart and Soul of Germany

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This book is a good companion to bring with you or to study prior to your trip to Germany. It covers all of Germany's regions with detailed descriptions of many of the sights. However, note that this book is written with youthful travelers in mind (i.e. students)with lots of references to clubs, inexpensive lodging and outdoor activities. I was disappointed to see NO PICTURES WHATSOEVER! Also, there is not a lot mentioned that would be of use to families with small children. Overall I would give the book 4 stars for it's up-to-date information, but only 3 for design and appeal to 30-somethings with kids.

This book is primarily written for those who wish to travel "on the cheap".In most of the cities we visited (Frankfurt,Munich, Berlin)only inexpensive hotels,hostels,and pensions were listed. Restaurants described were mostly based on price,and not suitable for one who enjoys fine dining where the natives dine, and at reasonable prices.The book,being a paperback,is also very bulky,and is not practical to "carry it on your trip".

I had a great time in Germany that I owed a big time from all the folks at Fodor's. It is really an up close of Germany even though the maps are dissapointing. They could be more detailed. This has been the weak point of all Fodor's series. Seasoned travelers better off look else where, you guys obviously do not need the section on how to pack, where to keep your passports and looking composed and presentable at the custom gate to expedite process.