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Berner Oberland, Switzerland: The Jungfraujoch Station Aug 18, 2021

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In Switzerland's Berner Oberland region, a train takes visitors through mountain tunnels up to the highest railway station in Europe, the Jungfraujoch. At more than 11,000 feet, spectacular views of the Aletsch Glacier and majestic alpine peaks await, along with hiking paths, ice tunnels, and shops and restaurants. For more European travel information, visit ricksteves.com.

Why We Travel: Like Pilgrims, to Learn and Grow Aug 04, 2021

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Part 4 of 5, this clip celebrates how on the road, like pilgrims, we can seek meaning, and how leaving home, we can learn more about ourselves. For more European travel information, visit ricksteves.com.

Dolomites, Italy: Tirolean Culture and Alpine Adventures Jul 21, 2021

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The Dolomites, Italy's dramatic rocky rooftop, offer some of the best mountain thrills in Europe. Here, the region's Austrian history survives in a warm, blue-aproned, felt-hat-with-feathers way. The Tirolean village of Kastelruth is a good home base for your exploration of the Alpe di Siusi, Europe's largest alpine meadow. For more European travel information, visit ricksteves.com.

Egypt: Cruising the Nile Jul 07, 2021

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Taking a multi-day Nile cruise gives you a firsthand look at some of the famous river's most scenic stretches, with timeless slices of natural beauty and seemingly ancient scenes interrupted only by other boats. Travelers have few options other than to sit back, relax, and live at the pace of the Nile. For more European travel information, visit ricksteves.com.

Speyside, Scotland: The Heart of Whisky Country Jun 23, 2021

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Of the hundred or so whisky distilleries in Scotland, about half lie near the valley of the River Spey — making the area practically a pilgrimage for Scotch whisky aficionados. Step inside a distillery for an up-close look at the whisky making process. For more European travel information, visit ricksteves.com.

Mykonos, Greece: World-Famous Beaches Jun 09, 2021

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The Greek island of Mykonos is known around the world for its picturesque beaches. There are a range of beaches you can visit, from trendy Paradise Beach — with its bars, rentable lounge chairs, and party atmosphere — to the more remote and tranquil Agios Sostis.

Why We Travel: To Appreciate Art and Culture May 26, 2021

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Part 3 of 5, this clip celebrates how travel can be our teacher and the road our school as we better appreciate art and culture.

Chamonix, France: Thin-Air Thrills at the Aiguille du Midi May 12, 2021

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Looming nearly two miles above the town of Chamonix is the Aiguille du Midi, part of the Mont Blanc massif in the French Alps. At 12,600 feet, it's also the highest mountain peak served by cable car. Take the ride up from Chamonix to immerse yourself in snow-capped peaks, a sea of glaciers, and unforgettable views of France and Italy. More info about travel to France: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/france

Berner Oberland, Switzerland: Exploring the Swiss Alps on Foot Apr 28, 2021

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In the famous Berner Oberland, gondola lifts and funiculars take visitors high into the Alps, making for easy and jaw-droppingly beautiful hikes back down. Along the way, cliff-clinging villages like Mürren and Gimmelwald offer hikers the chance to rest their feet, experience traditional Swiss alpine culture, and toast their adventure with a refreshing beer before heading back down. More info about travel to Switzerland: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/switzerland

Hall in Tirol, Austria: The Town That Salt Built Apr 14, 2021

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If you want the natural surroundings of Innsbruck without the crowds, head to Hall in Tirol. Built as a salt-mining town when Innsbruck was just a humble bridge, Hall became an important trading city. Today, its well-preserved medieval town center features a rich bundle of pastel buildings and cobbled streets that feel refreshingly traditional. More info about travel to Austria: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/austria

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