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Vienna, Austria: The Seductive Art of Gustav Klimt Mar 05, 2014

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The elegant Belvedere Palace was Austria's first great public art gallery and today houses the city's best collection of homegrown artists including Gustav Klimt, most famous for "The Kiss." In addition to the beautiful art you can tour the lavish palace, enjoy sweeping views of the manicured gardens and admire the Vienna skyline. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Florence, Italy: The Uffizi Gallery Feb 26, 2014

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No trip to Florence is complete without a visit to the masterpiece-packed Uffizi Gallery. On a single floor, travelers experience a thrilling sweep through art history, spanning the 12th through the 17th centuries. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Avignon, France: Youthful City in Medieval Walls Feb 19, 2014

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With its large student population and fashionable shops, Avignon is an intriguing blend of medieval history, youthful energy, and urban sophistication. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

London, England: Swanky Shopping and Soho Feb 12, 2014

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London teems with lively shopping districts. Near Piccadilly, stroll Jermyn Street's quintessentially English shops for an elegant experience. Nearby the trendy Soho district beckons with its thriving, colorful youth scene and a diverse array of restaurants and theaters. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Guernica, Biscay: Symbolic Heart of Basque Country Feb 05, 2014

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While it has deep cultural roots, most people know Guernica for a horrific event in the years leading up to WWII. Picasso's mural, considered by many the greatest antiwar work of art ever, tells the story. (The mural is now located in Museo Reina Sofia, Madrid, Spain.) For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Stockholm, Sweden: Green, Clean and People-Friendly Jan 29, 2014

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Sweden's stunning capital is one-third water, one-third parks, one-third city and bubbles with energy and history. And they have an Ice Bar! Swedes are leaders among Europeans with their social legislation. They pay high taxes, but every citizen, regardless of their family's economic status, receives benefits like long vacations, quality health care and education. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Venice, Italy: The Doge's Palace Jan 22, 2014

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The Doge's Palace — the ruling center and opulent, art-filled residence of Venice's duke — was built to show off the wealth of the republic and to remind visitors that Venice's mighty trading empire was number one. For four centuries (about 1150-1550), this was the most powerful half-acre in Europe. The evocative Bridge of Sighs connects the palace to the prison next door. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Paris, France: Sainte-Chapelle's Dazzling Interior Jan 15, 2014

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The best original Gothic stained glass is found in the Sainte-Chapelle church in Paris. Step inside and be overwhelmed by the dazzling light-filled interior. Its architectural harmony is due to the fact that it was completed in only six years — unheard of in medieval times (nearby Notre-Dame took over 200 years!). For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

Dublin, Ireland: Dublin's Literary Life Jan 08, 2014

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For many, the most endearing aspect of Irish culture is their love of language — both oral and written. Around the turn of the 20th century, Dublin provided inspiration for some of the world's great modern writers — James Joyce, William Butler Yeats, and Oscar Wilde. Nightly Literary Pub Crawls showcase the great Irish storytelling tradition as you enjoy a pint of Guinness. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

European Travel Skills: Cruise and Wine on the Rhine Jan 01, 2014

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Savor the good life in Germany's Rhine River Valley while picking up some tips for getting the most out of your sightseeing. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

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