Aimed at intelligent and imaginative travelers of all ages and budgets, Footprint travel guides are synonymous with discovery and adventure. Each one assumes the journey-taker wants to escape the crowd and still experience the spirit of each country. -- A Foot in the Door summarizes the highlights of a trip, the characteristics of a country, and what to expect -- Essentials is a comprehensive survival inventory -- what to do in the event of a snakebite or what a shake of the finger may suggest -- The Travel Zone explains a locale in terms of its history and background, points the reader to sights in and around the area, and includes full listings and directories of services -- Footprints fully indexed maps in both color and black and white are designed by its own cartographic team -- Lively, enlightening, respectful prose by writers who are hip to whats happening -- Compact size designed to fit into the travelers pocket or bag -- Special travelproof construction with sturdy polyurethane binding that resists heat, humidity, and cold -- Offers an unrivaled introduction to this regions cultural diversity and historic wealth -- Provides full details on the dozens of former palaces and country homes that have been converted into wonderfully atmospheric hotels -- Includes a handy phrase section with all the basics and a special section on food and drink