A new kind of travel guide for the jet age--Berlitz has packed all you need to know about Egypt into this compact and colourful book, one of an extensive series on the world's top tourist areas.

Like our phrase books and dictionaries, this book fits your pocket--in both size and price. It also aims to fit your travel

*It combines easy reading with fast what to see and do, where to shop, what to eat.

*An authoritative A-to-Z "blueprint" fills the back of the book, giving clear-cut answers to all your questions, from "What time do the banks open?" to "Is the water safe to drink?"--plus how to get there, when to go and what to budget.

*Easy-to-read maps in full colour pinpoint the sights you'll want to see in Cairo as well as in Alexandria and Upper Egypt.

In short, this handy guide will help you enjoy your trip to Egypt. From the ancient Pyramids of Giza to the bustling bazaars of modern Cairo, from the mysteries of the Valley of the Kings to the beaches of Alexandria, Berlitz tells you clearly and concisely what it's all about.