Travel with Rick Steves

Latest Episodes:

343 Destination Space Station; Open Phones: Trek of a Lifetime Nov 02, 2013

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A genuinely "down to earth" astronaut tells us what it's like living and working on the International Space Station. Colonel Cady Coleman explains how zero gravity changes the everyday things you do, and how circling planet Earth every 90-minutes will change your outlook on life. Plus, listeners share tales of their own unforgettable treks and travels, back on mother Earth.

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342 Rome After Dark; Underground NYC Oct 26, 2013

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When in Rome, one of the timeless ways to enjoy the city is people-watching and enjoying the night air in one of the city's picturesque public squares. Find out how to experience a more intimate side of Rome, after dark. A guide to New York City tells us about the un-touristy corners of his city where you can get in touch with New York's forgotten history and explore the city's multicultural character. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

289a Underground Zanzibar; Rugged Abruzzo Italy; Southeast Asia Overview Oct 19, 2013

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Adventure traveler and author Richard Grant describes the craziness he encountered on the island of Zanzibar. A native of small town Italy explains the uncrowded appeal of Abruzzo, in the rugged Apennine mountains. Also, a tour guide to southeast Asia outlines the visitor scene from Vietnam to Burma. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

341 Back-Roads Quebec; Cuba Update; Hiking in Germany Oct 12, 2013

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An expert on travel to Cuba explains how their society is changing under Raul Castro's policies, and how Americans can legally get around the embargo on travel to Cuba. Also, we look into the attractions of back-roads touring in Quebec, and hear about Germany's extensive network of hiking trails.

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263a Looking Up Ancestors in Europe; Irish Roots; Highlights of the Low Countries Sep 28, 2013

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Rick checks in with European tour guides on researching family history in Ireland, and listeners tell us of their own discoveries meeting relatives in Sweden and Lithuania. We'll get highlights of the Low Countries of Belgium and the Netherlands where a cozy medieval city or a bike ride to the sea is just a short ride from the major cities. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

339 Mexico Road Trips; 21st-Century Women in Italy; Open Phones: Feedback Sep 21, 2013

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The experts from The People's Guide to Mexico offer tips for enjoying an independent road trip to explore Mexico on your own. Hear about the frustrations many women face in Italy when they try to break some very old gender stereotypes. Also Rick checks in with listeners responding to past topics and guests. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

338 Tastes of Italy, Paris, and Basque Country Sep 14, 2013

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Your travels can open up your taste buds to entirely new adventures. Guides from Paris and the Basque Country in Spain introduce us to their local food traditions. Fred Plotkin serves up another helping of appreciation for the cuisines of Italy, and how to make every bite a celebration, Italian style.

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337 Plight of Indigenous Peoples; Beauty in a Broken World; Ever-Evolving Berlin Sep 07, 2013

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Hear how Terry Tempest Williams found beauty in a broken world in Italy and where you'd least expect it, in Rwanda. Phil Borges tells us what he's learned from photographing indigenous people around the world. Also, Peter Wortsman returns with insights into why he loves the ever-evolving nature of Germany's capital city, Berlin.

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299a Exploring Art in Southeast Asia and Ireland; Travel Kindnesses Aug 31, 2013

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Get better acquainted with Southeast Asia and Ireland through the eyes of its artists. We'll explore how understanding the stories behind paintings, and knowing the role of important architectural sites, can help frame your appreciation for anyplace you visit.

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336 Waters of Rome; Ferenc Mate at Sea; Outdoor France Aug 24, 2013

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The waters of Rome can provide you with a refreshing way to explore the ancient capitol of the world. Hear how sailing the dangerous waters around Canada's Vancouver Island sets the scene for the first of the Dugger mystery novels from Ferenc Máté. Also, we explore getting some serious fresh air and exercise, in the great outdoors of France.

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