Frommer's Israel '98 Author:Robert Ullian Its simple: Frommers is the name you can trust for complete, easy-to-use, and up-to-date travel information. Were thoroughly committed to offering all the practical details in a fun, user-friendly format, and to helping readers discover the world in a whole new way. Our candid, authoritative hotel and restaurant reviews are the best in the bus... more »inesstheyre incredibly detailed, and they include carefully chosen selections for every taste and budget. And we offer a wealth of sightseeing, sports, strolls, and special momentsfrom the major tourist highlights for a first-time visitor to off-the-beaten-track discoveries that will impress even the most seasoned traveler. And its all accompanied by our detailed, accurate two-color maps that show you the way.Most guidebooks read like textbooks or promotional brochuresbut not Frommers. We know that readers turn to us when theyre planning a vacation, so even though we take the details seriously, we produce guides with a sense of fun and discovery. And we believe that you can tell a book by its coverso we dont settle for anything less than spectacular photography. No wonder were turning heads. And no wonder readers have rediscovered that Frommers is the key to an unforgettable vacation.From the labyrinthine medieval bazaars of Jerusalems Old City to the skyscrapers and surfboards of Tel Aviv, Frommer's Israel is an indispensible guide to both the ancient and modern worlds of this complex nation. Inside youll find dozens of new hotels and restaurants; more in-depth coverage of Jordan, Sinai, and Petra; snorkeling in the Red Sea; and scenic drives in the Galilee. Readers will rely on Frommers for a comprehensive introduction to the cultures and customs of the region, and for sensitive, authoritative coverage of all the major religious and historic sites.« less