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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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on April 2, 2014
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I am now the proud owner of three guidebooks on Israel, having visited last year, and planning to return in a few months for a more in-depth visit. So, let me start out by saying that I like Fodor's, but it has its pros and cons.
Pros: Well-organized, covers a lot of different places, and very descriptive. Lots of cultural advice and great photos, but the book is not overly large or heavy. The type is small but reasonably easy to read, and I think, an improvement on the last edition.
Cons: The Fodor's guides seem to be designed for those in the upper income bracket. There is not a lot of information about using public transportation, and it feels as if they are focusing on $200 and up hotels, although they do cover some lower-priced options. I know Israel is an expensive country, but I was able to find very comfortable, safe hotels for $150 or less on last year's trip, using TripAdvisor. But then, I use guidebooks to help me decide where to travel and what to see, rather than for hotels.
I found it instructive to compare what the three Israel guides I own have to say about Ein Hod, a village south of Haifa that I'd like to visit.
First, Fodor's made me really want to go there! "A charming village nestled in ancient olive groves...", it says, and goes on to tell me why I would enjoy the nature reserve and two if its more interesting museums. But when it comes to how to get to Ein Hod, Fodor's just assumes you'll have a rented car or a driver. "Your best option is to get here by car via Route 4, since buses are few and far between," it says. Darn. So, I start to write off Ein Hod, because I am not interested in renting a car during my trip.
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Pros: Well-organized, covers a lot of different places, and very descriptive. Lots of cultural advice and great photos, but the book is not overly large or heavy. The type is small but reasonably easy to read, and I think, an improvement on the last edition.
Cons: The Fodor's guides seem to be designed for those in the upper income bracket. There is not a lot of information about using public transportation, and it feels as if they are focusing on $200 and up hotels, although they do cover some lower-priced options. I know Israel is an expensive country, but I was able to find very comfortable, safe hotels for $150 or less on last year's trip, using TripAdvisor. But then, I use guidebooks to help me decide where to travel and what to see, rather than for hotels.
I found it instructive to compare what the three Israel guides I own have to say about Ein Hod, a village south of Haifa that I'd like to visit.
First, Fodor's made me really want to go there! "A charming village nestled in ancient olive groves...", it says, and goes on to tell me why I would enjoy the nature reserve and two if its more interesting museums. But when it comes to how to get to Ein Hod, Fodor's just assumes you'll have a rented car or a driver. "Your best option is to get here by car via Route 4, since buses are few and far between," it says. Darn. So, I start to write off Ein Hod, because I am not interested in renting a car during my trip.
But, let's see what the Lonely Planet has to say...Read more ›
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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on January 27, 2014
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We really enjoyed using this guide on our two week trip through Israel. The information was very thorough and we learned a lot. We were happy with many of the restaurant recommendations. My only suggestion would be to call locations before you go to ensure the closing times are accurate (particularly on the Sabbath). On two occasions, we were disappointed to discover that some of the sites closed earlier than the listed time. Otherwise, it was a great guide.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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on June 11, 2014
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I used Fodor's book on a limited basis over the last 2 weeks. In general, the guide is informative and at the appropriate level of detail for a short trip. There were a few details missing that would have been nice such as the address of the central bus station in Jerusalem since there are two central bus stations (we almost went to the wrong one).
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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on February 10, 2014
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Very useful book with lots of insight into little-known areas as well as the most popular sites. Good recommendations for restaurants and hotels - glad to know the ones I booked before buying the book were Fodor recommendations!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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on February 5, 2014
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Good information ! Makes traveling easier. There aren't many good books on Israel , this is one of the best, and the maps are really good
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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on March 12, 2014
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this is a really great guide book. Colorful & full of great info. I highly recommend it for anyone traveling to Israel.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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on July 15, 2014
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We planned a long and very satisfying trip to Israel by using , among other sources, this guide. It's been very useful ; it is well written, clear and complete
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on June 1, 2014
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I've been devouring this travel guide from the minute I unwrapped it. I'm planning a trip to Israel later this year and want to know as much about the region as I can learn. Not only does the guide cover every region, it also provides a great history lesson. The color photographs are beautiful and inspiring. The Hebrew/Palestinian/Arabic Vocabulary provided is invaluable for exchanging common courtesies and making inquiries. Can't wait!!
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