Rick Steves
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Change the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever.
With the world facing divisive and often frightening events, from Trump, Brexit, and Erdogan, to climate change, nativism, and populism, there's never been a more important time to travel.
Rick believes the risks of travel are widely exaggerated,...
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You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in St. Petersburg, Helsinki, and Tallinn.
In this compact guide, Rick Steves covers the essential spots of each city, including the Hermitage, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Linnanmäki (a classic amusement park), and Toompea Castle. Take a day trip to the lavish palace at Peterhof, stroll through Kaivopuisto Park in Helsinki, or see the best of contemporary...
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 11
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Shimmering Impressionist canvases by Monet and Renoir, plus Van Gogh, Gauguin and more.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 1
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We marvel at Stone Age cave paintings, mighty megaliths, and mysterious goddesses.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 4
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The grand cities of ancient Rome's vast empire and majestic Christian churches of its fall.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 6
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Soaring Gothic cathedrals of radiant stained glass, plus art celebrating worldly pleasure.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 7
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Florence's bold "rebirth" is powered by the genius of Leonardo, Rafael, and Michelangelo.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 12
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The turbulent century and its rule-breaking art-Picasso, Surrealism, and edgy architecture.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 3
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Rome's rise, as seen in its supersized monuments, colorful mosaics, and marble Caesars.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 9
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We marvel at Baroque's over-the-top churches, palaces, bubbly fountains, and theatric art.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 5
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Early Europeans produce diverse art: from Christians to Muslims and Byzantines to Vikings.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 2
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Greece's timeless art: Golden Age temples, alluring Venuses, and exuberant Winged Victory.
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Rick Steves' Europe volume 8
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From Portugal to Germany, booming economies and new technologies produce exquisite art.