Books, Maps, and Other Resources for the Middle East
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| Into the Heart of Jerusalem : A Traveler's Guide to Vacations, Celebrations, and Sojourns - From the Wailing Wall to the Dome of the Rock to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem is an awe-inspiring place, a city steeped in history and sacred to three religions. But, as Arlynn Nellhaus explains in this one-of-a-kind traveler's guide, it is also a vibrant contemporary metropolis, an urban center with its own rhythms, customs, and special places. Nellhaus, an American who has lived in Jerusalem for more than a decade, offers a treasure trove of up-to-date information on itineraries, accommodations, restaurants, and historical sites. A city soaked in history and sacred to three religions, Jerusalem is also a vibrant, contemporary urban center. Nellhaus, an American resident of Jerusalem, delivers up-to-date information on itineraries, accommodations, restaurants, historical sites, and cultural mores. 40 photos. |
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| The Cheapskate's Guide to Vacations : How to Save Thousands of Dollars No matter Where You're Going - Enjoy eight in-depth chapters on "Cheapskate" travel to: The Promised Land - Israel including the wonders of Petra; The Ultimate Adventure - African Safaris (Kenya & Tanzania); Moorea; Tahiti - Vacation Extraordinaire; Paris and London; Maui - Paradise in Hawaii; America's New Pastime - Cruising: Alaska, Mexico, Caribbean; and China On a Shoestring - 6 cities from Shanhai to Beijing! Also, money saving advice including Free Travel Cash, Free Travel, and Super Discounts. Finally, selected words of wisdom on matters of safety, comfort and convenience so that we may not only save but also savor our memories of the wonders we behold! |
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