Rick Steves
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 14
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In this third of three travel skills episodes, we'll visit the Swiss Alps, Paris, and London while covering tips for finding hotels, using transit, and selecting restaurants.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 11
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We'll start with a cruise through Venice's lagoon, pausing to savor fresh fish canal-side. Then we'll sample the treasures of the Accademia Gallery, explore some back-street wonders, and luxuriate in a venerable cafe on St. Mark's Square.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 13
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In this second of three shows focusing on travel skills, we'll visit Venice, Siena, and the Cinque Terre in Italy to learn about trip planning, packing, safety, and - perhaps the most rewarding skill of all - connecting with the locals.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 4
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In Florence, we'll revel in the genius of Michelangelo and Botticelli, climb the dome that kicked off the Renaissance, and cross the Arno to take in modern-day artisan life.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 12
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In this first of three shows focusing on European travel skills, we'll visit the Netherlands and Germany to learn about transportation by train and car, changing money, and settling in upon arrival.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 9
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Uniquely entertaining Amsterdam shows off its Rembrandts and Van Goghs, rivers of bikes, and pot-filled coffeeshops - all under gabled facades leaning out over placid canals.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 9
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Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District, we'll admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and climb up to a stony summit. Then we'll play some cricket, hike Hadrian's Wall, and be dazzled by Durham's cathedral.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 11
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We'll visit beautifully preserved Prague to experience its massive castle, evocative Jewish Quarter, thrilling history, infectious music...and perhaps the best beer in Europe.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 3
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We explore Rome on a more intimate scale - dodging Vespas in Trastevere, roaming through the historic Jewish Ghetto, and enjoying art treasures in a string of rarely visited churches to uncover the charms of hidden Rome.
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Who else but Rick Steves can you trust to show you the best of Europe? Focus on the top sights, explore the most characteristic neighborhoods, dine on the best local cuisine, and stay in good-value hotels. Use Rick's tips to beat the crowds, skip lines, and avoid tourist traps. The Best of Europe means experiencing its Old World romance and new World excitement for yourself. -- Adapted from back cover
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When ordering a café au lait in Paris, calamari in Venice, or bratwurst in Munich, it helps to speak some of the native tongue. Rick Steves offers well-tested words and phrases that come in handy in a variety of situations. Inside you'll find: key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spelling; an English-French/Italian/German dictionary; tips for small talk and local lingo with Rick's signature sense of humor; and a...
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"Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Ireland. From rustic towns and emerald valleys to lively cities and moss-draped ruins, experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Ireland you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Ireland ; Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most of your time and money, with rankings of...
57) Rick Steves Rome
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A series of self-guided tours around the city of Rome including the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica, and the ancient ruins.
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"After 40+ years of exploring Europe, Rick considers this travel skills handbook his life's work, and with his expert introductions to the top destinations in Europe, choosing your next trip will be easy and stress-free. Using the travel skills in this book, you'll experience the culture like a local, spend less money, and have more fun"--