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 light—and 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 locals
-Save 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.