Arthur Frommer's Europe

by Arthur Frommer, Stephen Brewer, Jason Cochran

The 800-plus pages of this four-color book mark a milestone in European travel writing. It was Arthur Frommer who first set off an avalanche of travel to Europe, and whose subsequent writings and commentary have constantly expanded that market. And now Arthur Frommer has himself edited (and written personal introductions to) this definitive guidebook to every major nation of the continent. It contains his own insightful (and often controversial) advice and his views are supplemented by the current recommendations of the top experts and European specialists of Frommer's staff. Arthur Frommer, and his hand-picked experts, have created a classic guidebook that will be cherished and used by the many millions who regard him as the foremost expert on thoughtful and rewarding European travel.

Genres: Travel

896 pages, Paperback

First published October 13, 2015

About the author

Arthur Bernard Frommer was an American travel writer known for founding the Frommer's brand of travel guides.

Reviews

[Katelyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok, so this book is definitely not deserving of one star. The very beginning of the book explains its purpose. This is not a detailed examination of every country in Europe. Rather, this is designed for the traveler who is looking to visit Europe as a whole, and country hop to see the top sights. The focus of the book is to highlight the very best there is to see in Western Europe, starting at a city basis, and working down to attractions within a city. For instance, this guide recommends starting a grand European tour in the UK by visiting London and Edinburgh. Then lists top museums and attractions, and even includes maps. Overall, I found this guide really helpful for someone who is planning a big European trip. It goes over only a few places in each country, but is very detailed on the places it does suggest to go. I found the suggestions very helpful, and will definitely refer to it as I trip plan in the future. My only complaint is the beginning anecdote of each chapter. I don't think I can count how many times Mr. Frommer mentions other guidebooks he has written. We get it. You wrote lots of books. Stop with the advertising, and just share the information. Thanks.

[Matthew · Rating 2 out of 5]

It doesn’t include Portugal, and Denmark and Sweden are jammed together as Scandinavia (with no other Scandinavian countries. So, it’s mainly just the highlights of Western Europe.

[Jeannie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative travel guide if you travel to multiple places.

[Ietrio · Rating 1 out of 5]

Even if it reached my junk bookshelf, the book is a decent one. But it is far from the cover: Europe. There is so much more. More countries. More towns. More places. You are better of choosing a country and reading the book on that country.