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Collect your fabulous Irish Independent Travel Guides

Friday June 06 2008

Our unmissable travel guide series continues tomorrow with book 11 in the collection, Egypt.

The Pyramids of Giza, the dazzling jewels of Tutankhamun, the pharaohs' temples at Luxor -- Egypt is an irresistible destination for devotees of ancient history.

If you're a first-timer to this extraordinary country, you'll be amazed at how accessible everything is. You can see the Pyramids from downtown Cairo and even a short visit to the city's treasure-filled Egyptian Museum will give you a fascinating taste of this mysterious civilisation.

While you're there, take time to sail on a felucca down the Nile, explore the bewitching Valley of the Kings, and bask in the waters of the Red Sea, the warmest in the world.

Your discerning Irish Independent guide is packed with information on how best to explore the wonders of Egypt. There's a list of the top 10 must-see sights, our favourite places to stay and invaluable tips on local culture, shopping and eating out. You'll also find a lively historic flashback and easy-to-use maps.

From the frequent flier to the first-time visitor, this is a collection that anyone who loves to travel will treasure and find themselves returning to time and again.

n Each Saturday, we introduce a new destination.

n Tomorrow, Book 11, Egypt, will be available at newsagents and participating outlets for a RRP of €3.99 plus one book token found on page two of the Irish Independent.

n The series will run over 15 weeks.

n Tokens may be redeemed in store on the day of purchase or within one week.

n A new book and token is available each Saturday through Friday.

n Should you miss a book in your collection, don't worry. Simply visit our website www.independent.ie/books/ and find your local participating newsagent. n Follow the instructions and you can then redeem the book with a token and €3.99 from your local store.

THE 15 DESTINATIONS IN OUR COLLECTION:

Florida and the Bahamas; Australia; The Caribbean; Thailand; West Coast USA; South Africa; Western Canada; Croatia; China; Cuba; Egypt; Mexico; Majorca and Minorca; East Coast USA; Tenerife.

NEXT WEEK: Mexico

 
 

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