Rick Steves

A personal handbook of European travel describes some of the finest, least-visited places in Europe, offering an economical guide to Moscow nightlife, Irish bicycle trips, French chateaus, Greek islands, and more

The Travel Skills Handbook

Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door 2007

Travel connects people with people. It helps us fit more comfortably and compatibly into a shrinking world. And it inspires creative new solutions to persistent problems facing our nation. We can’t understand our world without experiencing it. Traveling as a Political Act helps us take that first step. There’s more to travel than good-value hotels, great art, and tasty cuisine. Americans who “travel as a political act” can have the time of their lives and come home smarter—with a better understanding of the interconnectedness of today’s world and just how our nation fits in. In his new book, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves explains how to travel more thoughtfully—to any destination. He shares a series of field reports from Europe, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East to show how his travels have shaped his politics and broadened his perspective. www.ricksteves.com

Travel as a Political Act

Gene Openshaw

Now in full-color comes a witty and engaging look at Europe's history and art, from America's European travel expert, Rick Steves. Rick Steves' Europe 101 helps you make the most of your sightseeing. A fun but informative guide, this "professor in your pocket" features chronologically organized chapters-from the pyramids to Picasso-that explain the forces behind Europe's most important cultural and artistic periods. Other features include handy lists of sights that allow you to link your newly acquired knowledge with the specific paintings, sculptures, and buildings you'll see on your trip, a humorous, readable style that is a joy to read compared with the history textbooks you slept on in school, and timelines, maps, drawings, and photos that illustrate Europe's story and round out your education.

History and Art for the Traveler

Rick Steves' Europe 101

After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite articles and essays together into one gorgeous collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. From its historic cities to its breathtaking countryside, Rick Steves knows Europe inside and out and has made a career of inspiring people to explore, connect, and step outside their comfort zones. With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career. These pages are filled with Rick's unforgettable experiences, favorite destinations, and highlights from the road. Covering his adventures through England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and more, For the Love of Europe is a fond and inspirational look at a lifetime of travel.

My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

For the Love of Europe

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in London. With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore historic Big Ben, bustling Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London—home of the crown jewels. Learn how to save time and money on the Tube, and how to avoid the mobs at the Changing of the Guard. Investigate London's world-class museums, where you can trace Western civilization from the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Van Gogh and Picasso. Venture into Soho's theater district for a glitzy musical or a delicious Indian dinner. End a great day at a neighborhood pub, sharing a pint and a chat with a friendly local. Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. You'll learn how to get around by bus and on the Tube, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.

Rick Steves London 2015

Steve Smith

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in France. With this guide, you’ll explore sleepy villages, romantic hill towns, and cosmopolitan cities, including Paris, Avignon, and Nice. Climb the Eiffel Tower, wander world-renowned museums, and dine at sidewalk cafés. Then escape to the sunny countryside, where you can explore castles of all shapes and sizes or pedal your way from village to vineyard. With its Swiss-like Alps, Italian-style Riviera, and Germanic Alsace, France offers Europe’s greatest variety. A good vin rouge is never more than a stroll away. Rick’s candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He’ll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You’ll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.

Rick Steves France 2016

Rick Steves' Amsterdam, Bruges & Brussels

Rick Steves' Great Britain 2007 (Rick Steves)

The host of public television's "Travels in Europe with Rick Steves" offers a series of personal vignettes for an armchair tour of his favorite European travel experiences.

25 Years of Travel Tales from America's Favorite Guidebook Writer

Rick Steves' Postcards from Europe

Europe Through the Back Door

Rick Steves' London 2004

Rick Steves' Italy 2014

"Rick Steves shares a series of field reports from Europe, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East to show how his travels have shaped his politics and broadened his perspective"--Page 4 of cover.

Rick Steves Travel as a Political Act

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Europe, including how to: Plan your itinerary and maximize your time Pack light-and right Find good-value hotels and restaurants Travel smoothly by train, bus, car, and plane Avoid crowds and tourist scams Hurdle the language barrier Understand cultural differences and connect with locals Save money while enjoying the trip of a lifetime After 30 years of exploring Europe, Rick considers this travel skills handbook his life's work. He shares his favorite off-the-beaten-path towns, trails, and natural wonders. With this guidebook, you'll experience the culture like a local, spend less money, and have more fun.

Rick Steves Europe Through the Back Door

Rick Steves' Rome 2009 allows any traveler to enjoy the sights and appreciate the lively culture of Italy's capital and the center of the ancient world, from the architectural wonder of the Colosseum to a great cappuccino at a local café. Rick offers expert advice on all of the must-see destinations, including the Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel. With detailed tours of Rome's best museums and historic sights as well as unique walks through local neighborhoods, Rick Steves' Rome 2009 is the definitive guide to this world-class city.

Rick Steves' Rome 2009

Rick Steves' Florence & Tuscany 2009 is the definitive guide to Europe's cultural capital and the surrounding Tuscan countryside. Rick includes expert advice on exploring the endless cultural sights of Florence, from the Bargello, the prison-turned-museum that houses works by Michelangelo and Donatello, to the Duomo, the Gothic cathedral complete with the first Renaissance dome. Rick also covers the quant hill towns of Tuscany, where travelers can enjoy Etruscan art and some of Italy's finest wine. With self-guided tours of all the major museums and tips on transportation, accommodations, and dining, Rick Steves' Florence & Tuscany 2009 allows any traveler to experience everything that this remarkable region has to offer.

Rick Steves' Florence and Tuscany 2009

Admire the gold mosaics and colored marble of St. Mark's Basilica, float down past impressive palaces on the Canal Grande, and find delicious meals at restaurants still frequented by locals—Rick Steves' Venice 2009 allows any traveler to experience all that the city has to offer—economically and hassle-free. Rick offers expert advice on visiting the must-see sights, from the iconic Rialto Bridge to the Venice's top art museum, the Accademia. Also included are tips for avoiding the crowds and exploring Venice's back lanes and local hangouts. With complete museum tours and detailed walks, Rick Steves' Venice 2009 is a tour guide that fits in your pocket.

Rick Steves' Venice 2009

Buon giorno! From ordering calamari in Venice to making new friends in Tuscan hill towns, it helps to speak some of the native tongue. Rick Steves, bestselling author of travel guides to Europe, offers well-tested phrases and key words to cover every situation a traveler is likely to encounter. This handy guide provides key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spelling; an English-Italian and Italian-English dictionary; the latest information on European currency and rail transportation, and even a tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice as you wait in line at the Sistine Chapel. Informative, concise, and practical, Rick Steves' Italian Phrase Book and Dictionary is an essential item for any traveler's zainetto.

Rick Steves' Italian Phrase Book and Dictionary

Rick Steves tells travelers what they really need to know when planning a Grand Tour of Europe, covering the best of Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Switzerland. He includes a healthy mix of big cities, small towns, and exciting regions, such as Barcelona, London, Prague, Rothenberg, Gimmelwald, Toledo, the Romantic Road, the Berner Oberland, and the French Riviera. Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. You'll learn how to find the right bus in Rome, an inexpensive crêpe in Paris, and which museums and sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.

Rick Steves' Best of Europe 2011

Offers suggestions for lodging, restaurants, and local attractions in Great Britain, along with travel tips and cultural information.

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