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After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love...

Michael Palin reads his own account of a journey into a new Europe. Michael Palin's New Europe starts with a simple idea: that only a couple of hours from home are a half of Europe that is for him as unknown and unexplored as the plateau of Tibet or the vastness of the Sahara. Cut off for most of his life by Cold Wars and Iron Curtains, Europe's eastern lands are now open for business - and Michael sets off to discover them.

This is the audiobook millions of Rick Steves fans have been waiting for! A journal of Rick's favorite European stories, his traveling life, and how he started his business, all told in that funny, down-to-earth style that makes Rick America's favorite travel writer. Rick Steves' Postcards from Europe takes you on a European vacation, complete with the sights, sounds, tastes, and people of Europe, without ever leaving that comfy sofa or the relative safety of your own car.

Paris has long been a storied center of art and culture, and of romance, but in the 1920s its magnetism was especially irresistible. From around the world writers, artists, and composers steamed in, to visit or linger, some to reside. This book - a work of immense erudition spiced with anecdotes and gossip - documents their haunts and habits, their comings and goings, their relationships intimate and artistic.

In his latest voyage of discovery, Michael Palin reads his own account of a journey into a "new" Europe. He starts with a simple idea: that only a couple of hours from home is a half of Europe that is for him as unknown and unexplored as the plateau of Tibet or the vastness of the Sahara.

Germany and Austria are treasure troves of European culture, and among the continent’s most enthralling and memorable destinations for travelers. In this enchanting, 24-lecture tour, you’ll immerse yourself in these two outstanding countries, visiting extraordinary sites from Roman fortresses, majestic cathedrals, and medieval cityscapes with resplendent castles and palaces to modern wonders of industry and futuristic urban planning, as well as some of the world’s most beloved cities, which brim with local traditions, iconic beers and foods, and the unique culture of the German-speaking world.

Anyone who has glimpsed the long, mountainous, island-studded Dalmatian coast would surely agree that its beauty is little short of divine. Croatia, quite simply, is blessed with some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet, and its history is equally captivating. A Traveller's History of Croatia offers tourists and travellers an inside look at how the country's cultural fusion of Mediterranean, Central European and Balkan influences has given it a tumultuous past.

The OTB Europe Podcast is your inside look at the people shaping the world of disc golf. We sit down with touring professionals, tournament directors, and influential voices in the disc golf community to talk about the game from every angle.From life on tour and behind-the-scenes tournament stories to course design, growth of the sport, and everything in between, this podcast delivers honest conversations, insights, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.Whether you’re a competitive player, a casual fan, or just passionate about disc golf, the OTB Europe Podcast brings you closer to the ...

Il Vecchio Continente sarà anche il più conosciuto, ma resta quello con la storia più affascinante e intricata. E poi ci sono ancora così tante città da esplorare e strade da percorrere nei Paesi dei nostri antenati!

Dreaming of a European vacation that’s seamless, immersive, and unforgettable? Welcome to Europe Unveiled—the podcast dedicated to European river cruises, group travel, and custom itineraries across Europe. Hosted by travel advisor and river cruise specialist Sonia Rectenwald, each episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to explore Europe by river and road. From Rhine River castles and Danube Christmas markets to curated wine cruises, cultural tours, and hidden-gem European destinations—you’ll discover insider tips, expert advice, and inspiring stories that help you ...

Am Beispiel des multiethnischen Österreichs vor der Zwangs-Annektierung durch den deutschen Nazi-Staat verdeutlicht Stefan Zweig auf wunderbare sprachliche Weise, warum alle Völker Europas Mischvölker sind und reine Rassen, falls es überhaupt so etwas wie Rassen gibt, nur in den Köpfen der ewigen Dummköpfe existieren. Die Parallelen zur heutigen Zeit sind unverkennbar, im Prinzip befinden wir uns jetzt – mal wieder – in der gleichen Situation.

This collection of 42 first-person accounts about backpacking in Europe will awaken a taste for adventure in those who have yet to travel, and bring back memories for those who have. Romance, surprise, discovery, and wisdom all bubble through these authors’ riveting pieces.

When Doug Mack picked up a 1963 edition of Europe on Five Dollars a Day, he stumbled on an inspired idea: to boldly go where millions have gone before, relying only on the advice of a travel guide that's nearly a half century out-of-date. Add to the mix his mother's much- documented grand tour through Europe in the late 1960s, and the result is a funny and fascinating journey into a new (old) world, and a disarming look at the ways the classic tourist experience has changed- and has not-in the last generation.

In Bucharest, Romania's capital, Kaplan discovered that few Westerners were reporting on the country - one of the darkest corners of Europe during the Cold War. In an intense and cinematic travelogue, Kaplan explores the history and culture of the only country in the West where the leading intellectuals have been right-wing rather than left-wing; a country that gave rise to the dictator Ion Antonescu, Hitler's chief foreign accomplice during WWII; a country where the Latin West mixes with the Greek East, producing a fascinating fusion of cultures.

En agosto de 1928, Manuel Chaves se embarca en un viaje en avión por Europa con la finalidad de escribir una serie de reportajes para el periódico del que es redactor jefe, Heraldo de Madrid. De Madrid a Bakú, pasando por Berlín y Leningrado: del Mediterráneo al Caspio. Chaves fue pionero en utilizar los adelantos técnicos de la época, como el avión, para ofrecer a sus lectores testimonios de primera mano sobre la situación política y social de algunos de los principales países europeos.

Magical Christmas Markets of Europe Podcast Step into the twinkling lights & festive charm of Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets. Inspired by our vibrant Facebook community of over 600,000 holiday lovers, this podcast brings the magic of the season to your ears all year long. Join Sally as she shares insider travel tips, heartwarming stories, cultural traditions, and behind-the-scenes looks at the markets that make Europe sparkle. From the fairytale streets of Strasbourg to Vienna’s glittering squareseach episode is your ticket to experiencing the wonder of Christmas markets.

Suivez Vanessa Zhâ, journaliste voyage et patrimoine sur Europe 1, et envolez-vous vers de nouveaux horizons : avec Europe 1 Voyage(s), l’évasion commence dès maintenant, en podcast ! Imaginez une plage de sable fin, des montagnes à perte de vue, une ville au bout du monde… Vous n’avez pas encore votre billet d’avion ou de train en poche et pourtant, vous pouvez déjà écouter vos prochaines vacances ! Posez vos valises ! Europe 1 Voyage(s), c’est le nouveau podcast pour partir à la découverte de nouvelles destinations, faire de nouvelles rencontres, s’ouvrir à de ...

This Podcast explores some of the more intelligent ways for consumers in Europe to enjoy high-quality and sensibly priced self-catering holidays.

Kings of Europe is a show from 3 comedians who happen to be (nearly all) European. They talk about life on the road, their various trips separately and apart, and whatever happens to rile them up this week. Sometimes recorded together and also from around the world but always with a look towards what's going on back home in Europe. With Amos Gill, George Zacharopoulos & André de Freitas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Le podcast de l’urbex !