Europe is truly a kaleidoscope. The contours of the Swiss Alps against a crisp blue sky, the lush precision of a formal English garden, the fairy-tale countryside of France's Loire Valley and the craggy grandeur of Scandinavia's fjords are but a few of the stunningly scenic treats in store for travelers. Europe's people are similarly diverse, and the cultures and customs that distinguish Spaniards, Germans, Italians and Swedes -- among others -- are all fascinatingly and delightfully different. The AAA "Europe TravelBook" offers an introduction to this richly varied continent. It covers 19 nations, from Portugal east to Hungary and from Finland south to Greece, from tourist standbys like Britain, France and Italy to such emerging meccas as the Czech Republic. Within these pages you'll find practical travel tips as well as eye-catching photography, plus planning advice and an informed selection of attractions, hotels and restaurants. While widely noted for emergency road service, AAA has expanded over the years to provide a variety of products and services to its members, including travel services, insurance options, financial services, traffic safety education and exclusive AAA publications. In addition to the AAA "Europe TravelBook," AAA publishes approximately 300 million copies of travel-related materials annually, making it the largest travel publisher in the world. For more information on AAA membership, services or products, please call or visit your local AAA office.