Lonely Planet Shoestring Guide
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The only complete travel guide to the Middle East, now also including Libya. It includes detailed notes on the fascinating culture and history of the region, including special sections on Islamic arts, architecture and food; up-to-date accommodation and restaurant lisings for all budgets; and local and overland transport options.
Central America on a Shoestring
by Rob Rachowiecki, Nancy Keller, and Tom Brosnahan
Published 28 February 1992
A paradise of color and climate, Central America is a compelling, fascinating part of the world. Though best known for the turbulent politics of some of its countries, it is an area of magnificent beaches, fascinating relics of Mayan civilization, fine parks and diverse cultures, all covered in this practical guide.
Middle East on a Shoestring
by Tom Brosnahan, Gordon Robison, and Damien Simonis
Published 31 March 1994
Written by people who have lived and worked in the Middle East for many years, this guide provides background information and first-hand travel advice on Afganistan, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Language guides to Arabic and Turkish, are included, along with pointers on Persian (Parsi), Pashto and Hebrew. The guide also alerts travellers to unacceptable modes of behaviour and provides information on difficult border crossings. This "shoestring" guide replaces "West Asia on a Shoestring".