. Includes just enough vocabulary and phrases for first-time travelers

. Provides a convenient reference section which cover the standard topics of a phrasebook, ranging from months and dates to accommodations, shopping and clothing sizes

. New edition features:

* Currency updates, in particular the introduction of the euro

* Latest changes in travel, such as using ATMs to exchange currencies

. The book's concise arrangement of practical questions and answers has proved popular with readers who just want to get by and be easily understood.