Centuries-Old Technology Still Keeps the Thieves Out
1:00 01/01/1970
Updating the town walk for the Lucca chapter in my Italy guidebook, I was impressed at how many shops on the main drag had been in the same family at the same location for over a century. And this...
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Booking It in Italy
1:00 01/01/1970
I’m 45 days into my 100-days-of-Europe blog series. I hope you’re enjoying traveling with me. I’ve picked up some new tips along the way while updating my guidebooks. Most people consider this...
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Fabulous Flag Flourishes
1:00 01/01/1970
Visiting agriturismos and countryside B&Bs listed in my Italy guidebook, I was impressed by how much fun the hosts were. Here, Franco of Frances’ Lodge (a B&B just outside of Siena) jumped at an...
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Italy’s Rural B&Bs: Cow Country with Panache
1:00 01/01/1970
I spent the better part of yesterday popping in on the wonderful agriturismos we recommend in my Italy guidebook. An agriturismo is a rural B&B run by small farmers who are trying to survive in a...
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Out of the Country but Not Out of Touch
1:00 01/01/1970
By Rick Steves for The Seattle Times All I was trying to do was share a little happiness from my trip on my Facebook page. So when someone responded with, “Seems out of place with what’s...
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The Towns of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
1:00 01/01/1970
One thing I’ve noticed about Guatemala guidebooks and tours is that they tend to label Lake Atitlan as a singular destination. “Spend a few days exploring Antigua before a few days on Lake...
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Viator + Apple Watch, Save 10% on Mobile Bookings
1:00 01/01/1970
We are pleased to announce the launch of a version of our Viator mobile app for the Apple Watch that will allow you to view your bookings and vouchers from your wrist, for quick and simple entry to...
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You’ll Feel Rome’s Lively Pulse in Its Fun Monti Neighborhood
1:00 01/01/1970
The fun and lively new hot spot in Rome is the Monti neighborhood. I just spent a couple of nights there exploring and enjoying restaurants — all in the name of guidebook research. If you don’t...
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Rick Steves Audio Europe: An Ancient Seduction in Athens
1:00 01/01/1970
Warning: This video includes ancient nudity and general horniness! Along with updating my guidebooks when I travel, I enjoy giving my audio tours a “road test”. My audio tour co-author Gene...
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Dining Discovery in Athens Dishes Up a Positive Vibe
1:00 01/01/1970
Stepping out of my hotel during my first hour in Athens, I stumbled onto a great restaurant. This video clip illustrates perfectly how Athens is regaining some positive energy. Here’s my guidebook...
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