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From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
See Rick's full show on Barcelona coming this fall to your local PBS station. Barcelona's Eixample neighborhood is an architectural showcase for residents and tourists alike. Buildings adorned with, and inspired by Modernisma, Catalan's version of Art Nouveau, line the Block of Discord with characteristic, colorful, leafy, flowing and blooming shapes, ending with Gaudi's triumphant Casa Mila. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Gaudi's Barcelona 11179128 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/outsiders-in-the-muslim-world/11179128/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Two American travelers reveal the hidden sub-cultures in the Muslim World of the Middle East and North Africa. Looking behind the veil, our guests are an American Muslim who spent a year on her own getting acquainted with the region and a gay travel writer who was surprised by what he encountered in Afghanistan and Iraq. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Outsiders in the Muslim World 11150824 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/the-dordogne-relaxing-river/11150824/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
See Rick's full show on the Dordogne River coming this fall to your local PBS station. Six centuries ago, the Dordogne River separated warring England and France during the Hundred Year's War. Today, tourists float along the lazy Dordogne exploring riverside castles and villages. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:00:00 -0400 The Dordogne: Relaxing River 11196197 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sicily-germanys-black-forest/11196197/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
If you like the people, tempo, and joy of living you find in Italy then you'll love Sicily. But for some Americans, the frenzied yet laid-back style of Italy's big southern island can be a bit overwhelming. So on this week's Travel with Rick Steves local tour guide Alfio di Mauro AHL-fee-oh dee MOW-ro) joins Rick to take listener calls and offer insider tips on getting the most out of a vacation to Sicily. And, for something completely different, German tour guide Christoph Dressler returns with an overview of the Black Forest region, where Germans are prescribed time off from work to soak in mineral spas and to "power hike" in the mountains. We're plunging head first into Sicily and the Black Forest on this week's Travel with Rick Steves. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Sicily & Germany's Black Forest 11073404 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/rick-steves-on-drug-reform-and-traveling-in-iran/11073404/
From : Weekday Podcast
Rick Steves didn't miss Hempfest this past weekend. He was a featured speaker, encouraging attendees to help decriminalize marijuana by becoming spokespeople in their communities. Why does he believe that our current drug policies should be reformed? Also, Rick recently filmed an episode of his PBS show in Iran. What did he learn about the people and the culture? We'll also take your questions this hour. ]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:05:00 -0400 Rick Steves on Drug Reform and Traveling in Iran 11075122 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/barging-in-burgundy/11075122/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
See Rick's full show on Burgundy coming this fall to your local PBS station. Burgundy, like much of France, is laced with canals just made for spending lazy afternoons gliding by pastoral scenes. From small captain-it-yourself boats to full-service barges complete with captain and crew, cruising a canal is a great option for a relaxing trip through one of France's most popular regions. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Barging in Burgundy 11031391 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/hungary-beyond-budapest/11031391/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Filled with a proud Imperial history, friendly formality, hundreds of hot springs, and some of Europe's spicier home cooking, Hungary is a cultural goulash. Rick explores options for getting beyond the busy capital of Budapest into the heart of Hungary's countryside. Tour guide Peter Polczman takes travelers' calls highlighting the scenic Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, and the proud winemaking town of Eger, famous for its strong "bull's blood" wine. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Hungary: Beyond Budapest 10985998 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/amsterdams-flower-auction/10985998/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
Flowers are big business in Holland. Every day, 21 million flowers are sent from Aalsmeer's flower auction hall to destinations across Europe and around the world. Visitors can take in all the action from the building's five auction halls where over a thousand wholesalers bid on trainloads of flowers as they cruise slowly by. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Amsterdam's Flower Auction 10960823 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/bulgaria-an-ounce-of-prevention/10960823/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Caught in the cultural crosshairs of Europe, Bulgaria is emerging as one of Eastern Europe's bargains. Travelers to Bulgaris can expect Ancient Byzantine and Ottoman influences and experience Mummers and midwives keeping traditions dating back to the ancient Thracians and Romans times alive. Rick also takes a house call from the travel doctor, who offers preventive advice for the long plane ride overseas and visiting the third world. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Bulgaria: An Ounce of Prevention 10907636 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/irelands-aran-islands/10907636/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
Inishmore, at eight miles long and two miles wide, is the largest of the Aran Islands and also the most populated, interesting and visited. Kilronan, the islands' only town, features traditional Irish dancing and music, along with the impressive fort Dun Aengus. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Ireland's Aran Islands 10868539 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/an-art-lovers-guide-to-europe/10868539/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Art history specialist, co-author of "Europe 101" and original "Europe Through the Gutter" travel partner Gene Openshaw joins Rick to inspire us with a close-up view of masterpieces including paintings, sculptures and architecture travelers can't afford to miss in Europe. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 An Art-Lovers Guide to Europe 10811930 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/the-netherlands-working-windmills/10811930/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
300 years ago, half of what we know as The Netherlands was under water. Slowly, the former seabed was reclaimed and the Dutch went to work drying the ground with the country's leading natural resource - the wind. Over 1000 windmills, some still functioning, survive in the Netherlands today, reminding locals and tourists alike of the clever engine that powered the creation of this land. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:00:00 -0400 The Netherlands: Working Windmills 10789638 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/jamaica-and-jordan/10789638/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Home of rasta and reggae, the small island of Jamaica offers big personality, a distinctive accent, waterfall zip lines, and snorkeling with dolphins. Thanks to all this and more, Jamaica is one of the most popular getaways in the Caribbean. And, for something completely different, the Middle Eastern kingdom of Jordan delights travelers with desert excursions, modern resorts on the Red Sea, anciet cities and more. From Petra to Bedouin, tourists to Jordan are in for a treat. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Jamaica and Jordan 10715094 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/slovenia-ljubljana/10715094/
From : Rick Steves' Europe Video
Sitting on the sunny side of the Alps, Slovenia feels almost Tyrolean. In Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital and largest city with over 300,000 people, festivals fill the summer, sophisticated cafes thrive, and people enjoy Sunday strolls any day of the week. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com. ]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Slovenia: Ljubljana 10671388 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/salman-rushdies-the-enchantress-of-florence-sailing-the-eastern-mediterranean/10671388/
From : Travel with Rick Steves
Salman Rushdie joins Rick to discuss how to confront the cultural clash between East and West and explain the motivation for his latest novel, "The Enchantress of Florence," which revolves around the earliest contacts between Europeans and 16th century moghul India. Later, sailing expert Anthony Sandberg recommends how to experience the eastern Mediterranean, much like the ancients did -- by island-hopping with a boat.">