You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Europe in this full-color guidebook, including how to:
Plan your itinerary and maximize your time
Pack lightand right
Find good-value hotels and restaurants
Travel smoothly by train, bus, car, and plane
Avoid crowds and tourist scams
Hurdle the language barrier
Understand cultural differences and connect with localsSave money while enjoying the trip of a lifetime
After more than three decades of exploring Europe, Rick considers this travel skills handbook his life s work. He shares his favorite off-the-beaten-path towns, trails, and natural wonders in his multi-page summaries of each country, introducing you to the real treasures of Europe. With this guidebook you ll experience the culture like a local, spend less money, and have more fun.
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