Travel with Rick Steves
A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.ricksteves.com.
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The Celtic Fringes of Britain: Wales & Scotland">
Romance and Authenticity">
Rescuing Da Vinci: How the Allies Saved The World's Masterpieces from World War Two">
Robert Edsel, author of "Rescuing DaVinci" and producer of the documentary film "The Rape of Europa" joins Rick to describe Hitler's obsession with art, and how a special unit of Allies, known as the Monuments Men, re-patriated Europe's treasures after the war -- and the work that remains to be done …
Retiring in Mexico">
Australia & Mardi Gras in New Orleans ">
More on London 2008">
London 2008">
International New Year's Traditions">
Christmas in Rome and London">
European Christmas Traditions">
International Christmas Traditions">
Open Phones and Traveler Faux Pas">
Tony Wheeler's "Lonely Planet"">
Conscientious Travel; Oceania to Amsterdam"> …
Some of the best souvenirs from a trip overseas are making connections with people and cultures on local terms. Rick takes a closer look at how we can have a positive impact on the places we visit, and Jeff Greenwald of EthicalTraveler.org shares his tips for being a first-class ambassador to the th …
Travel Stories and Today's Republic of Turkey">
Off the Beaten Track Emails, Amazon Adventures, and Maori Culture">
Travel writer Don George joins Rick to field listener emails about travel to the developing world. We'll also get pointers for touring the massive Amazon River region of Brazil, where river transportation is like a non-stop party boat, and learn about the indigenous Maori culture of New Zealand.">
Podcast Special: Tibet with Michael Kohn">
Lonely Planet author Michael Kohn updates us on the scene in Tibet, from the influence of the Chinese government over the indigenous Tibetan culture, to practical tips that will help travelers plan a trip there. ">
Travel with Rick Steves
