Basic German for Travelers

If you are planning a trip to a German-speaking country, like Germany, Austria, Switzerland or Liechtenstein, "Basic German for Travelers" can provide you with some quick and easy German. You won't have to learn complicated grammar rules and obscure vocabulary to be functional in German. With this book and accompanying audio CD, you will learn to speak German to: greet people, exchange courtesy phrases, introduce yourself and others, get places in a taxi, check in at a hotel, order food and drink, use the telephone, compliment things, handle emergencies, shop, count to 9,999, clarify fluency misunderstandings, and much more. "Basic German for Travelers" also includes a Food Request List; a Menu Reader glossary; information about dates and German holidays; examples of street signs and other useful signs; and basic political, social, and cultural facts about Germany. Other Language 911, Inc. products for travelers are available for Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Portuguese.