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Often seen on PBS showing Americans how to travel in Europe, Rick Steves shares how travel has impacted his political view in his book 'Travel as a Political Act.'

A review of Rick Steves and Gene Openshaw's guide to understanding European art in the context of history. This book demystifies art and enriches the travel experience.

Rick Steves' Easy Access Europe is an excellent guidebook to some of Europe's most frequently visited places, with plenty of advice about accessibility.

Rick Steves website has the best info. Find a European travel partner, tips for travel & packing, stuff for foodies, info on hostels, tourist scams, & buy books for trips

Why pay for a tour of attractions like the Sistine Chapel and the Louvre? Travel icon Rick Steves is now offering free podcast tours for download.

Rick Steves Italy 2009 - A travel guide book for the free, open, and independent traveler. Learn to vacation as a temporary local, sneaking in through the back door.

Our next Eastern European guidebook review: does Rick Steves' Best of Eastern Europe 2006 have useful info and travel tips for us about Prague, Poland and Budapest?

Give boomers and seniors who travel light weight, portable electronic guides from Frommer or Rick Steves for their next trip, flight or vacation.

A variety of ideas and suggestions for appropriate holiday gifts for French students and French language learners.

Consumer travel shows are held annually in convention centers throughout the U.S. They are one-stop shopping marketplaces for vacation information.

These are some of the best movies to rent before a Venice vacation. Why not get in the mood with great films, including: Dramas, comedies, and travel shows.

Writing for travel guide books is a common way for writer's to get their feet wet in the industry. There are several well-known travel guide book publishers.

Whether touring Rome, Italy, or far-flung Britain, one is amazed by the contributions Hadrian made for generations to enjoy, providing inspiration for over two millennia.

Travelers can improve French speaking and comprehension skills with free internet resources, and a good French phrase book.

The best places in Seattle, to meet people over 40, are often filled with all ages. Here are some cheap or free things to do to make friends with seniors and boomers.

If you're planning a city tour of the Baltic States, and a quick stop in neighboring Kaliningrad, Bradt's Baltic Capitals guide could be an ideal companion.

Romans brought Jewish slaves to Italy; papal decree put them into a ghetto often flooded by the Tiber; and Nazis rounded them up. But Rome's Jewish Ghetto remains vital.

Overpacking tops the list of biggest travel mistake. Read this article for detail on the art of traveling light.

If you want to take a city-trip to Prague, the Time Out Shortlist Prague guidebook might be handy for exploring the Czech Republic's capital city.

Nothing to do? The Random Wikipedia Game is a new cure for boredom. Seniors will like these cool things to do when bored.

For centuries, locals and tourists have come to the historic Plaza de Toros in this Andalucian city to witness a classic confrontation between man and beast.

The real thrill of travel comes from connecting with people and their lives. Share a skill, go on a quest, try a homestay, or join in an activity, from soccer to singing.

Travel writers make every inch of luggage space work for them. They edit their wardrobe to matchables only, tuck in handy travel tools, and get set for emergencies.

Will you go by car, train, bus, bike, or boat? The many ways to travel in Europe's excellent public transportation systems make it simple.

"Travel writing" can be a confusing term. It can indicate a guide book packed with information for travelers, or an entertaining story from a first-person view.

Westminster Abbey is a must-see for most London tourists. Information on access for wheelchairs, hearing loops, Braille, and comments on taking children there.

Here are some of the best women's travel accessories and cool gear. Read about Victorinox, Baggallini, Stephanie Johnson, a pill organizer, and travel size products.

Safely carrying multiple forms of money offers the greatest flexibility when traveling. Even the almost obsolete travelers check can come in handy in certain locales

Shopping in France is easier with some knowledge of common French phrases. The use of proper manners and courtesies can overcome almost all language barriers.

Travel Therapy - Where Do You Need to Go? A review of the best vacation guide book for women, with amazing ideas for healing a broken heart & ways to start a new life.

Here are some of the best women's travel clothes and travel gear; including accessories like, cross body bags, Havaianas, bifocal sunglasses, reversibles, & convertibles.

Women's travel makeup, beauty products, and travel accessories should include sample sizes for skin care and cleansers. Trial size kits stash easily into bags.

From a water bottle to laundry detergent, there are some things nobody should leave behind when it comes to taking a trip overseas.