Frommer's Greece

The premier travel guide to the site of the 2004 Summer Games

• Includes a special section devoted to the 2004 Olympics in Athens
• Greece is the fifteenth-most popular tourist destination in the world
• New construction in anticipation of the 2004 Olympics will mean better transportation and other improved tourist infrastructure
• Expert authors, who have lived in Greece and studied its culture and history, offer a real insider's look at one of the world's...
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The premier travel guide to the site of the 2004 Summer Games

• Includes a special section devoted to the 2004 Olympics in Athens
• Greece is the fifteenth-most popular tourist destination in the world
• New construction in anticipation of the 2004 Olympics will mean better transportation and other improved tourist infrastructure
• Expert authors, who have lived in Greece and studied its culture and history, offer a real insider's look at one of the world's most beautiful countries

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go- they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!

Meticulously researched by an experienced team of experts, this in-depth guide is much more detailed and comprehensive than its major competition. You'll find authoritative but fun-to-use coverage of all the classical sites, with valuable insights that will enrich your trip. We've provided all the background information you need to enjoy and appreciate what you're seeing.

Our authors have personally inspected and chosen wonderful hotels in every price cateogory; whether you want to stay in a rustic guesthouse or an exquisite beach resort, you can trust their opinions. They'll take you to the most beautiful islands, where verdant hillsides tumble down to the blue waters of the Mediterranean. And since Greece can be a tricky place to travel, our guide is loaded with detailed city, regional, island, and town maps; it also features a handy language appendix, complete transportation information, and detailed directions for anything that's hard to find.