You know what it’s like when you arrive in a new country. You’re often tired, dehydrated, disorientated – and above all in need of a refreshing cold beer.

It’s at times like these that all those inch thick travel guides like Arsing around Africa and Aimless in Asia are useless. After all, who really wants to know stuff like ‘Is it safe?’ and ‘How do I ask for a doctor?’ when all you really want to know is how to get a beer.

That’s why this book is dedicated to making life that much easier by getting you over the first essential hurdle of international travel – ordering a drink without making a tit of yourself.

Of course, in some parts of the world, beer is banned. I know it’s hard to believe, but it’s the truth. They even have quite harsh punishments for drinking it. So, the only thing to do is a) don’t go there b) go and don’t drink – I know, I know, but it’s worth suggesting c) look for the loopholes.

Whatever the choice, it’s down to you – and don’t say we didn’t warn you because, instead of getting lashed, you get the lash.