Rick Steves' France 2006
by Rick Steves, Steve Smith
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Author: Rick Steves, Steve SmithEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-12-22
ISBN: 1566917239
Number of pages: 670
Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing
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Book Review: The best guide out there (only one caveat)
Summary: 4 Stars
What I like about Rick Steves guides is that, unlike his competitors, they are filled with personal observations with clear recommendations of what to see and experience. The writing is more personal and not clinical as with the other guidebooks. My wife & I recently traveled to Europe (London, Paris & Rome) and Rick Steves books were the only guides we used or needed for the entire trip!
Four clear advantages:
1. Rick points out exactly what neighborhoods to stay in - this is huge, because the choice of location can make or break your stay especially when you are on a tight timeline. E.g. Rick suggests staying in the Rue Cler neighborhood in Paris - and it was the perfect location - easy access to the metro, most sights within walking distance, and just an all-round charming neighborhood!
2. Points of interest are grouped together - this really helped us put together our itineraries well before we got to Paris, and it worked like a charm.
3. Tour guides recommended - unlike other guide books Rick is not shy about recommending good tour guides. This is very important for people to get the most out of a visit to a foreign land. it's tough to read everything about a new place AND remember it at appropriate times. So a good tour guide can make a huge difference in helping you get the most of out of a visit. We used them in Europe and it made a HUGE difference. The guides recommended are top notch and we felt we got every penny's worth!
4. Getting around - superbly written instructions on using the Paris metro. We were instantly at home with the metro. Good suggestions like buying a 'carnet' of tickets made using the metro a pleasure. Also, every point of interest has a clear suggestion of how to get there - can it get any easier!
So why the 4 stars and not 5? I think Rick is a little off in his recommendations for hotels to stay in. For example, he recommends Hotel MOtte-Picquet in Paris - and we fell for it. It was horrible. Don't believe me? Just take a look at the TripAdvisor.com feedback and see for yourself!! Rick should focus a little more on comfort of travellers from the US (like us) than just providing a cheap place to stay - the savings are just not worth it.
Overall - a great buy and a book (and series) that I highly recommend.
Summary of Rick Steves' France 2006
Who but Rick Steves can tell travelers what they really need to know when traveling in Paris, Normandy, the Loire Valley, Burgundy, Alsace, Dordogne, the Alps, the Languedoc, and Provence? With "Rick Steves' France 2006", travelers can experience Rick's favorite destinations in France, from silky sand beaches on the French Riviera to Parisian street markets - economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, "Rick Steves' France 2006" includes opinionated coverage of both famous and lesser-known sights; friendly places to eat and sleep; suggested day plans; walking tours and trip itineraries; clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot; and Rick's newest "back door" discoveries.France Books
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