That’s One Big Pickle
1:00 01/01/1970
While updating my Rick Steves’ London guidebook this week, I was struck by the construction and the changing skyline. With my local guide, Gillian Chadwick, I marveled at the energy of new London,...
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5 of the best hotels in Kiev
1:00 01/01/1970
Despite recent political troubles, the capital city of Kiev remains safe and welcoming to travellers. For those who find cities such as Moscow too crowded and intimidating, they will be pleasantly...
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What About Your Duck Pond?
1:00 01/01/1970
“What about your duck pond?” asked Cameron Hewitt while updating the Rick Steves France guidebook. Gérard’s eyes fell as he said, “Sadly, we no longer have ducks in our pond. A hawk moved in...
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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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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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A taste of luxury: 6 tips for chocolate lovers in Barcelona
1:00 01/01/1970
Chocolate is perhaps one of the oldest pleasures known to mankind, dating back to 1900BC. The Aztecs believed that cacao was the food of the Gods, and even today many would agree. If you’d like to...
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5 wonderful treasures to be found in Pittsburgh (yes, Pittsburgh!)
1:00 01/01/1970
The city of Pittsburgh has a long proud history dating back centuries. Thanks to its unique geography and three rivers – Pittsburgh became a center for coal and steel production during the...
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5 of the best hotels in Moscow
1:00 01/01/1970
Moscow’s rich cultural heritage infuses the city; her historic architecture and monuments, some dating to the 15th century, emanate majestic beauty. Hardly stagnant, this bustling metropolis has...
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The mirrors of Castello Estense in Ferrara
1:00 01/01/1970
Ferrara is a historic town in the region of Emilia Romagna in Italy. Though its origins are a mystery, the first mention of Ferrara was in a document dating to 753 A.D.. These days, the town is famed...
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