Rick Steves Over Brunch: Recent Episodes
Stephanie Craig
Travel writer Stephanie Craig chats about episodes of the classic travel tv show, Rick Steves' Europe.
In this episode, we chat about the 2010 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Dubrovnik and Balkan Side-Trips." We chat about how travel in the Balkans has changed over the past fifteen years, how to get out of Dubrovnik to see more of the Balkans, and why Kotor and Mostar are such magical places.
Guest: Cameron Hewitt, from Rick Steves' Europe and author of The Temporary European: Lessons and Confessions of a Professional Traveler
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Dubrovnik Travel Resources
- Planning A Trip To Croatia: Your Travel Checklist
- Essential Croatia Packing List: What To Wear & Pack For Croatia
- 13 Traditional Croatian Breakfast Foods: What To Eat For Breakfast In Croatia
- Your Ultimate 3 Days In Dubrovnik Itinerary
- 13 Incredible Day Trips From Dubrovnik
- 11 Delightful Things To Do In Dubrovnik In Winter
- How To Visit The Dubrovnik Christmas Market & Dubrovnik Winter Festival
- The Best Hotels & Accommodations In Dubrovnik Old Town
Mostar Travel Resources
- Everything You Need To Know About Wonderful Mostar
- 11 Delightful Bosnian Souvenirs & Gifts To Bring Home
- Where To Stay In Mostar: Hotels & Accommodations You’ll Love
- Mostar Instagram Inspiration: 10 Most Instagrammable Spots In Mostar
Kotor Travel Resources
- Where To Stay In Kotor: Accommodations & Hotels We Love
- Essential Montenegro Packing List: What To Wear & Pack For Montenegro
- 7 Magical Things To Do In Montenegro In Winter
- 1 Week In Montenegro: Itinerary For A Fantastic Trip
- 17 Awe-Inspiring Places To Visit In Montenegro
- 13 Useful Driving Tips For Montenegro (+ Bonus Outstanding Montenegro Scenic Drives!)
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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.
In this episode, I mentioned my trip to the Olympic Peninsula and Washington State. You can see what I've written about my trip so far:
- 33 Perfect Things to Do on the Olympic Peninsula: Bucket List & Beyond!
- 13 Things to Know Before Visiting Ludlow Falls in Port Ludlow & Hiking the Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail
- 17 Fabulous Things to Do in Palouse Falls State Park & Nearby + Tips for Visiting Palouse Falls
Episode Topics: things to do in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik travel tips | Dubrovnik things to do | Dubrovnik vacation ideas | family vacation in Dubrovnik | where to go in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik itinerary ideas | Dubrovnik travel tips | Dubrovnik tips | what to do in Dubrovnik in one day | Dubrovnik in two days | Dubrovnik in three days | Dubrovnik Croatia trip ideas | day trips from Dubrovnik | what to eat in Dubrovnik | what to eat for breakfast in Dubrovnik | Rick Steves Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik city break | weekend in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik itinerary tips | itinerary for Dubrovnik | one week in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik travel guide | things to do in Croatia | where to go in Croatia | things to do in mostar bosnia | where to go in mostar bosnia | things to do in bosnia | things to do in sarajevo | where to go in bosnia | things to do in kotor | kotor Montenegro | where to go in Montenegro | where to go in kotor montenegro
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "The Majesty of Madrid." We'll chat about Madrid's Spanish Civil War history, how many Madrid art museums is too many, and how tourism in Spain has changed over the past twenty years.
Guest: Kate Storm from Our Escape Clause
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Madrid Travel Resources
- How to spend one day or two days in Madrid (Itinerary + tips)
- How to spend three days in Madrid
- The best quotes about Madrid, Spain
- How to see Madrid on a budget
- How to take a day trip from Madrid to Toledo
Spain Travel Resources
- The best souvenirs from Spain
- The best things to do in one day in Gijon, Spain
- Funny puns and jokes about Spain for your trip
- Barcelona's Groundbreaking Monument to Trans history
- Beautiful quotes about Barcelona
- Funny puns and jokes about Barcelona
- The best things to do in Mallorca in winter
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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.
In this episode, I mentioned my trip to El Salvador. You can see my photo essay full of pictures of the Ruta de la Flores.
Episode Topics: things to do in Madrid Spain | Madrid travel tips | Madrid things to do | Madrid vacation ideas | family vacation in Madrid | where to go in Madrid | Madrid itinerary ideas | Madrid travel tips | Madrid tips | what to do in Madrid in one day | Madrid in two days | Madrid in three days | Madrid Spain trip ideas | day trips from Madrid | what to eat in Madrid | what to eat for breakfast in Madrid | Rick Steves Madrid | Madrid city break | weekend in Madrid | Madrid itinerary tips | itinerary for Madrid | one week in Madrid | Madrid travel guide
I'm sharing three things I've enjoyed recently that made me want to travel more of the former USSR! Join Us!
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Former USSR Travel Resources
- Ethics and Etiquette of Red Tourism
- What to pack for Armenia
- How to Visit Geghard Monastery (Armenia)
- 75 Reasons to Travel Azerbaijan
- How to buy a SIM Card in Armenia
- The best things to do in Ganja, Azerbaijan
- How to get a SIM Card in Azerbaijan
- How to Get from Ganja to Sheki (Azerbaijan)
- How to Get from Sheki to Tbilisi (and Vice Versa) (Azerbaijan & Georgia)
- What to pack for Azerbaijan
- Should you visit Tbilisi or Baku (Georgia or Azerbaijan)
- What to know before renting a car in Azerbaijan
- Beautiful Instagrammable places in Azerbaijan
- What to pack for Georgia
- How to Get a SIM card in Georgia
- How to visit the Dry Bridge Market in Tbilisi(Georgia)
- Where to stay in Chisinau, Moldova
- The best day trips from Chisinau, Moldova
- What to pack for Moldova
- Pictures of Tiraspol, Transnistria (Moldova)
- How to see the Struve Geodetic Arc in Rudy, Moldova
- How to visit Rudy Monastery from Chisinau (Moldova)
- The best things to do in Chisinau, Moldova
- The best Chisinau photo spots (Moldova)
- Destination Russia (a travel memoir)
- Puns and jokes about Russia
- Pictures from Chernobyl (Ukraine)
- Tips for Touring Chernobyl (Ukarine)
- What to pack for Ukraine
- What happened at Chernobyl (Ukraine)
- A history of Kyiv (Ukraine)
- The best books about Chernobyl and the Chernobyl Disaster (Ukraine)
- The best puns and jokes about Ukraine
- Poignant quotes about the Chernobyl Disaster (Ukraine)
- Beautiful churches in Kyiv (Ukraine)
- The best things to do in Kyiv, Ukraine
- Beautiful churches in Odesa, Ukraine
- How to get to Big Almaty Lake by Taxi (Kazakhstan)
- The best day trips from Almaty (Kazakhstan)
- The best reasons to travel Kazakhstan
- Interesting facts about Kazakhstan
- Visiting Nomad's Land in Kazakhstan
- Visiting Tamgaly Tas in Kazakhstan
- Pictures of Big Almaty Lake (Kazakhstan)
- Planning a trip to Kyrgyzstan
- Things to do in Bosteri, Kyrgyzstan
- Attending the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan
- How to get a SIM Card in Kyrgyzstan
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In this episode, we chat about the 2016 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Germany’s Dresden and Leipzig." We'll chat about Dresden's Altstadt versus Neustadt, the best things to do in Saxony beyond these two cities, and why Stephanie disagrees with Rick's take on Dresden. Join Us!
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Dresden Travel Resources
13 Quirky & Enchanting Things to Do in Dresden Neustadt
17 of the Most Instagrammable Places in Dresden, Germany
Dresden Street Art: 15 Famous Pieces and Offbeat Gems
7 Dresden Tours You Should Book & One to Avoid at All Costs!
27 Pictures of Dresden to Inspire Your German Wanderlust
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I'm sharing my 2022 travel goals and how I created them. These are NOT predictions, just me throwing my aspirations into the universe and praying I get to Europe once or twice this year!
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After a tumultuous autumn, we have big news!
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.
In this episode, we chat about the 2013 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Vienna and the Danube." From Vienna's cafes to its river cruises, travel to Vienna is magical.
So magical that Stephanie has a mini-meltdown because Vienna feels so far away at the moment, while Chris does his best to keep us on course!
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Stephanie Craig
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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.
Stephanie's Vienna Travel Resources:
- What to Pack for Austria
- Things to Do in Vienna in Winter
- Visiting Schoenbrunn Palace
- Inspirational Quotes about Austria
- Puns and Jokes about Austria
- Visiting Hallstatt-Dachstein Cultural Landscape
- Should You Visit Berlin or Vienna?
- Should You Visit Vienna or Bratislava?
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For this minisode, we chat about the places we miss the most in Europe! We know one day we will travel to Europe again, but right now we are homesick for some of our favorite places in Europe!
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Her favorite places in Europe.
In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Jackson, Mississippi travel tips from her recent road trip around the South!
She talks about where to eat in Jackson, the best things to do in Jackson, where to stay in Jackson or nearby, and her favorite Jackson tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Jackson, Mississippi!
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Jackson Travel Resources:
- The Perfect 3 Days in Jackson, MS: A Magical Weekend in Jackson Itinerary
- The 27 Most Instagrammable Places to Take Pictures in Jackson, Mississippi
Chris Mitchell
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His podcast I'm Anxious About.
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In this minisode, Stephanie interviews Dr. Lindsey Harvell-Bowman about flight anxiety including tips for how to reduce it. We also chat about Dr. Bowman's new book The Psychology and Communication Behind Flight Anxiety: Afraid to Fly.
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In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Gatlinburg travel tips (and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!) from her recent road trip around the South!
She talks about where to eat in Gatlinburg, the best things to do in Gatlinburg, where to stay in Gatlinburg or nearby, and her favorite Gatlinburg tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee!
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Gatlinburg Travel Resources:
- 13 Essential Gatlinburg Travel Tips: Everything You Need for Planning a Trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee!
- A one-day Great Smoky Mountains National Park itinerary from Gatlinburg
- National Parks in Tennessee (includes an overview of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Chris Mitchell
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His podcast I'm Anxious About.
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In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Nashville travel tips from her recent road trip around the South! She talks about where to eat in Nashville, the best things to do in Nashville, where to stay in Nashville, and her favorite Nashville tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Nashville, Tennessee!
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Nashville Travel Resources:
- 23 Essential Nashville Travel Tips for Planning a Trip to Nashville
- National Parks in Tennessee (includes an overview of Andrew Jackson's home in Nashville)
- Best Nashville Souvenirs for your trip
- The best quotes about Nashville for trip inspiration
Chris Mitchell
Find him at travelingmitch, Ultimate Ontario, & His Writer's Portfolio.
His podcast I'm Anxious About.
In this episode, Rick Steves (yes, THE RICK STEVES) joins to discuss his travel special "Why We Travel."
In this Rick Steves interview, we discuss his approach to travel and business over the past year, learn some never-before-discussed behind the scenes of "Rick Steves' Europe," and share our hopes for the future of travel.
Looking for a particular bit of wisdom? Check out the interview transcript at:
"Why We Travel" - An Interview with Rick Steves
Rick Steves Interview on Why We Travel
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For this minisode, Stephanie is joined by travel writer Emily Lush, who lived in Vietnam for a year, to discuss our best tips for traveling to Vietnam. We chat about Vietnamese food and cuisine, scams, and why we absolutely adore this country.
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- How to See Vietnam in 3 Weeks
Stephanie Craig
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
- Vietnam Souvenirs
- Quotes About Vietnam
Emily Lush
Find her at Wander-Lush.
- Vietnam Travel Guide
- Northern Vietnam Guide
- Hanoi Souvenirs
For this minisode, we chat about more of the worst things that have gone wrong on our travels that we mostly caused ourselves!
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Stephanie Craig
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this episode, Bri joins Chris to discuss the 2010 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain."
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For this minisode, Stephanie interviews Rob Taylor, the author of The Road Trip Survival Guide, about road trip tips and his new book.
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Guide to the Best Road Trip Songs
In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2016 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "European Easter."
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For this minisode, we share our favorite Germany travel tips! From Bavaria to Berlin to Dresden, here's what you need to know before you visit Germany for the first time.
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Guide to 21 Things to Know Before Traveling to Germany: Tips and Advice
In this episode, we chat about the 2016 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "European Easter." We discuss what it's like to be in Europe at Easter, how many Easter Egg painting museums are too many, and how strange it is to see crowds on tv (YouTube) right now.
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For this minisode, we chat the worst things that have gone wrong on our travels that we mostly caused ourselves!
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In this episode, we chat about the (now retired) 2001 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Rome: Baroque, After Dark." We discuss the difference between older Rick Steves episodes and later ones, the luscious fashion-sense of late nineties Italians, and just how much we are missing Italian food!
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
For this minisode, we chat about our favorite travel TV shows besides Rick Steves' Europe. While it feels a little blasphemous, it was fun!
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this episode, we chat about the 2009 episode of Rick Steve's Europe, "Iran: Historic Capitals." We chat about Iranian food, following Rick's Iran itinerary, and how we would use Rick's show to plan our own Iran travel.
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Her podcast The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this minisode, we each share a few more of our favorite travel movies.
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In this minisode, we discuss our predictions for travel in 2021.
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In this episode, we chat about the brand new Rick Steves’ Europespecial “Why We Travel.” We chat about why he released the special right now and why we are so glad he did.
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In this minisode, we each share our favorite travel movies.
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In this minisode, we each share our best tips for hiking in Europe.
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In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “European Festivals I.” We chat what festival travel might look like going forward, tips for visiting European Christmas Markets, and why this episode was the perfect one for us to watch as our last episode of 2020.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders. Plus check out her guide to the Best Milanese Festivals.
In this minisode, we will each share our three more European road trip ideas for a total of six additional epic road trips in Europe you can plan!
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this minisode, we each share our best tips for traveling Europe by rail.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Milan and Lake Como.” We discuss tips for visiting DaVinci's The Last Supper, why Milanese food is different than what you'll see in Southern Italy, and if Milan is the Manhattan of Italy.
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Chris Mitchell
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Chris's suggested Italy itinerary.
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Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders.
Her favorite books about Italy, Italy quotes, and tons of Milan resources:
- What to Do in Milan
- What to Do in Milan at Night
- What to Eat in Milan
- Best Milanese Festivals
- What to Do in Milan in Winter
- How to Tour The Last Supper
- 5 Beautiful and Weird Milan Churches
In this minisode, Stephanie interviews Darmon Richter, author of the fabulous new book, Chernobyl: A Stalker's Guide.
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Darmon Richter:
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- The Bohemian Blog
- Follow Darmon on Twitter
Stephanie's Chernobyl Guides
- What Chernobyl Looks Like Today
- 10 Things to Know Before You Tour Chernobyl
- What to Pack for Ukraine & Chernobyl Packing List
- Best Books about Chernobyl
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Chris Mitchell
Find him at travelingmitch, Ultimate Ontario, & His Writer's Portfolio. Podcasts: I'm Anxious About.
Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders. Podcasts: The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this minisode, we will each share our top three countries we wish Rick Steves would cover on "Rick Steves' Europe."
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2018 history special of Rick Steves’ Europe “The Story of Fascism in Europe.” We discuss the upcoming US election, parallels between the early 21st century and today, and our favorite book recommendations so you can dive deeper into this topic.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this minisode, we will each share our top three European road trip ideas for a total of six potential epic road trips in Europe you can plan!
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders. Podcasts: The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this episode, we chat about the first half of the 2018 history special of Rick Steves’ Europe “The Story of Fascism in Europe.” We discuss parallels between Europe in the early twentieth century and the world today, how to seek out experiences in Europe where you will learn about this chapter in history, and the legacy of Fascism in modern Europe.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this minisode, European vacation ideas for three kinds of Europe winter trips: Christmas markets, winter sports, and winter sun.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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In this minisode, we discuss when you want to pay for a guided group tour and when it's better to do it yourself. This is about important day trips in Europe, but also applies to trips all over the world.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders. Podcasts: The History Fangirl Podcast.
In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Italy's Amalfi Coast.” We discuss when is the best time to visit the Amalfi coast, the magic of limoncello, and how to pick the best Amalfi hotel room.
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Chris Mitchell
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Chris's suggested Italy itinerary.
His new podcast I'm Anxious About.
Stephanie Craig
Find her at History Fangirl, Sofia Adventures, & Oklahoma Wonders.
Her favorite books about Italy, Italy quotes, and whether to visit Pompeii or Ostia Antica.
In our first minisode, we explain what they are, why we are doing them, and jump right in to cover our first topic. Stephanie and Chris each list our top three underrated European cities.
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Chris Mitchell
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Stephanie Craig
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My complete list of the Most Underrated Cities in Europe.
In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Naples and Pompeii.” We discuss tips for visiting Pompeii, what to eat in Naples, and pickpockets in Italy.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, Stephanie and Chris stop to chat about how Coronavirus and Covid-19 are affecting travel. We chat about our own mental health and careers, what to expect from the travel industry's recovery, and how the pandemic might change how we travel in the future.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Ultimate Ontario
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures
Oklahoma Wonders
Note: this episode was recorded BEFORE the international Covid-19 response shut down most travel in Europe and North America.
In this episode, Allison Green covers for Stephanie to talk all about the 2010 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Stockholm.”
Chris and Allison talk about travel to Sweden, eating reindeer, and ice bars!
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Allison Green
Eternal Arrival
What to Do in Stockholm in Winter
Where to Stay in Stockholm
Sweden Packing List
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, Allison Green covers for Stephanie to talk all about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Lisbon and the Algarve.”
Chris and Allison talk about travel to Lisbon, how delicious Portuguese food is, and how much Lisbon has changed in the nearly two decades since this episode was filmed.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Lisbon Itinerary
Day Trip to Sintra
Allison Green
Eternal Arrival
Where to Stay in Lisbon
How to Spend 2 Days in Lisbon
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this special Christmas episode, we chat about the 2005 Rick Steves’ EuropePBS special “European Christmas.”
We talk about visiting European Christmas markets, the magic of Christmas food in Europe, and the right and wrong way to watch this special.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures
In this episode, we chat about the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes.”
We talk about the ethics of cruising, our favorite Greek island travel experiences, and why we like traveling Greece off-season.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
What to Pack for Greece
50 Amazing Places to Visit in Greece
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “London: Mod and Trad.”
We'll talk about the British Museum, exploring the South Bank, and if there's enough "Mod" mixed in with the "Trad."
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
London Packing List
Beautiful Quotes about London
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “European Travel Skills: Part II.”
Jason Moore from the Zero to Travel podcast joins Chris for a VERY SPECIAL episode discussing all things packing, travel safety, and how much trip planning is enough (and how much is too much).
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Jason Moore
Zero to Travel
Location Indie
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Prague.”
Allison Green (from Sofia Adventures and Eternal Arrival) fills in for Stephanie to chat with Chris about Prague, a city Allison lived in back in 2009 and recently got to revisit. They chat about if British stag parties are ruining Prague, Czech beer, and more!
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Allison Green
Eternal Arrival
Things to Do in Prague in Winter
How to See Prague Off-the-Beaten-Path
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures
In this episode, we chat about the 2012 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Paris: Regal and Intimate.”
We'll talk about how great it is to grocery shop in Paris, how art museums are being recontextualized over colonial acquisitions, and how to enjoy Paris travel in a more relaxed, atmospheric manner.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
50 Hilarious Paris Puns
Beautiful Paris Quotes
In this episode, we chat about the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Portugal's Heartland.”
We'll talk about our favorite Portuguese wines, if the Duoro Valley is the prettiest place on Earth, and why a Portuguese road trip is always a good idea.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures
In this episode, we interview the man himself, Rick Steves about all things travel!
We share listener questions, talk about the ethics of travel and climate change, how to avoid lines in Europe, what we can expect from future episodes of the show, and more.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Show Notes
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Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Show Notes
Guide to Visiting Buzludzha in Bulgaria
In this episode, we chat about the 2012 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Rome: Back-Street Riches” with the travel legend, Rick Steves himself!
We'll talk about how much Italian food is too much, Rick's philosophy on action shots, and the single best Rome travel tip you need to hear before hitting the city.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Check out Chris's new guide to Toronto!
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
How to Visit Ostia Antica from Rome
In this episode, we chat about the 2003 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Dublin and Mystical Side-Trips.” We discuss Dublin's amazing museum scene, how to earn a certificate in pouring a Guinness, and whether there's just too much to do in Dublin for a single episode.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, we chat about the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “European Festivals I.” We chat about how festival travel is different from regular travel, how not to be a jerk when you're at a religious event, and why Greek fireworks have a safety warning issued by the US State Department.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Seeing the Kukeri at the Surva Festival
In this episode, we chat about the 2012 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Rome: Baroque Brilliance.”
Note: This episode was recorded in March and is being released now due to technical issues with the editing process of the episode.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, we chat about the 2006 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Salzburg and Surroundings.” We discuss apple strudel, how Chris made it to almost thirty years-old without seeing The Sound of Music, and how many action shots Rick packed into this episode.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Holy cow, Chris met Rick in Toronto after listening to Rick's talk on his book "Travel as a Political Act." For this episode, Chris shares some of Rick's insights from the lecture and we discuss our thoughts. Plus, find out exactly what happened when Chris met Rick.
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Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures - A Balkan Travel Blog
Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Ultimate Ontario - Chris's Upcoming Ontario Travel Blog
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Amsterdam.” We discuss Dutch cuisine, the ethics of AirBnB, and why Stephanie ended up running through the streets of Amsterdam fleeing an imaginary Jason Bourne-style killer. Plus Rick gets candid about marijuana.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “The Best of Israel.” We discuss the similarities between Arabic and Israeli cuisine (hint: indistinguishable to the layman), chat about the political impact Rick makes with even having episodes like these, and why travel to Israel is a good idea no matter what your religion or political views are.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Budapest: The Best of Hungary.” We discuss why the Terror House Museum is one of the best in the world, the delicious Hungarian cuisine, and whether or not you should go on a Danube river cruise.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
A Triple Crown of Elegance (for Dreamscapes Magazine)
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Traveling to Budapest's UNESCO World Heritage Site
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europe episode "European Travel Skills: Part I .” We discuss tricks and tips for renting cars, why we avoid trains at times, and we enjoy Rick Steves' without his shirt on.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The 26 Most Beautiful Cities in Germany: A Germany Itinerary
Meaningful Travel for Seniors: International Opportunities and Courses
Ten Poetic Postcards
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
21 Things to Know Before Traveling to Germany: Tips& Advice for First-Timers
What to Pack for Germany
10 Reasons to Travel to Germany in Autumn
Exploring Wartime Berlin (Podcast Episode)
13 Perfect Berlin Souvenirs & Gifts Plus Berlin Shopping Tips
In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Berlin.” We discuss why Berlin is a great place to get Turkish food, why Berlin is one of the best cities to visit museums, and how it might be the best world-class city for the budget-minded traveler.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The 26 Most Beautiful Cities in Germany: A Germany Itinerary
Meaningful Travel for Seniors: International Opportunities and Courses
Ten Poetic Postcards
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
21 Things to Know Before Traveling to Germany: Tips& Advice for First-Timers
What to Pack for Germany
10 Reasons to Travel to Germany in Autumn
Exploring Wartime Berlin (Podcast Episode)
13 Perfect Berlin Souvenirs & Gifts Plus Berlin Shopping Tips
In this episode, we chat about the 2000 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “London: Royal and Rambunctious.” For this episode, we're joined by friend and special guest Chris Christensen, host of the Amateur Traveler podcast. We'll chat about what has changed (and what hasn't) in the twenty years since this episode was filmed, London's much-improved cuisine, and what exactly is going on during that theater scene.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The Best Literature Study Abroad Programs (for Go Overseas)
How to Study Abroad as a Literature Major (for Go Overseas)
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
London Packing List: What to Pack for London for All Seasons
Visiting the Tower of London
Visiting Stonehenge
The History of Windsor Castle (podcast episode)
London's Banqueting House: the Place to Kill a King (podcast episode)
Guest: Chris Christensen
Amateur Traveler
Travel to London (podcast episode)
Travel to London, part 2 (podcast episode)
Weird and Wonderful: Alternative Options for a Night in London
In this episode, we chat about the 2002 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “The Best of West Ireland: Dingle, Galway, and the Aran Islands.” We'll chat about how whether or not you should visit the Aran Islands, what it's like driving through the Burren, and how much time is too much time to spend in a high school gym. Plus, we get to meet Rick's kids!
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Visiting the "EPIC Museum" - Dublin's Irish Emigration Museum
8 Must-Try Foods and Drinks While Studying Abroad in Ireland (for Go Overseas)
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
The Literary Pubs of Dublin (podcast episode)
The Storied History of the Guinness Storehouse (podcast episode)
How to Visit a Traditional Irish Farm
In this episode, we chat about the 2012 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Rome: Ancient Glory.” We'll chat about how this episode is different than Rick's typical style, whether "Italy at night" qualifies as an emotion, and how much gelato is too much gelato. Plus, we have a long chat about Chris's "Canadian laugh."
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
101 Travel Tips
Touring the Towns of Tuscany
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
101 Epic History Travel Ideas
The Roman Forum (podcast episode)
In this episode, we chat about the 2010 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “The Best of Slovenia.” We'll chat about Ljubljana's charming architecture, discuss how many days are the right amount to spend at Lake Bled, and Stephanie will dish about her Slovenian beef tartare horror store. Spoiler alert: Slovenia might be the most fairy-tale-esque country in Europe.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The Streets of Piran
5 Reasons Going to Salzburg from Lake Bled was the Perfect Spontaneous Decision
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Reinventing the Dragon City of Ljubljana
The Best Balkan Cuisine You Need to Try
25 Reasons You Need to Take a Trip to the Balkans
In this episode, we chat about the 2016 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Bulgaria.” We'll debate whether Sofia or Plovdiv is the best city in the country, talk about what it's like to visit Budludzha today, and swoon at Rick's updated interpretation of Dad jeans. Plus, shopska salads!
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The Rila Deal
The Candlelight Cathedral - Saint Alexander Nevsky's Cathedral
Looking Back on a Remarkable 2017
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Sofia Adventures (Stephanie & Allison's Balkan Travel Blog with tons of Sofia travel tips)
30 Photos of Sofia that Will Make You Fall in Love
101 Incredible Things to Do in Sofia
13 Bulgarian Castles for Fairytale Lovers and History Buffs
Proof that the Monasteries in Bulgaria are the Most Beautiful in the World
Sofia Taxi Guide (A must for first-time visitors!)
Rila Monastery (Podcast Episode)
Red Tourism: The Ethics and Etiquette of Visiting Communist Sites
Visiting Rila Monastery
Visiting Boyana Church in Sofia
Discover the Best of Sofia (for National Geographic)
Everything to Know about Sofia, Bulgaria (for National Geographic)
Guest: Allison Green
Eternal Arrival
12 Unique Day Trips from Sofia
9 Exciting Things to Do in Veliko Tarnovo
Things to Do in Plovdiv
Saeva Dupka Cave: The Underground Pearl of Bulgaria
The Best Restaurants in Sofia, Bulgaria
The Best Bars in Sofia, Bulgaria
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europeepisode “Highlights of Paris, Eiffel and Monet to Crème Brûlée.” We’ll talk about the number one mistake first-time tourists make in the city, the do's and don'ts of riding the metro without getting your pockets picked, and whether Rick should have worn that mustard yellow shirt. Plus, we'll theorize what happened to knock the most famous museum in Paris off of Rick's itinerary.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Basking in the French Countryside with Château Les Carrasses
10 Things I've Learned from Traveling to 75 Countries
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
10 Historic Churches in Paris that Belong on Your Paris Itinerary
How Bordeaux Got Its Wine
The Beaches of Normandy
In this episode, we chat about the 2012 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Venice: City of Dreams." We'll talk about bad Italian pronunciations, debate whether overtourism or climate change poses a bigger threat to Venice's future, and marvel at Rick's ability to stand up in a gondola. Plus, Rick's Italy sweater makes its first appearance on the podcast.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Touring the Towns of Tuscany
Expo Milan 2015 (Video)
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
5 Books to Read on Your Vacation to Italy
History of the Roman Forum
5 Historic Churches in Milan Hiding the Weird and Wonderful
In this episode, we chat about the 2016 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Romania." We'll talk about Romania beyond Dracula and castles, the difference between hornica and tuica, and how much polenta is too much polenta. Plus, we're still awestruck at how well Rick rides around in a horse-drawn cart.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
The One Food You Must Try in Romania
The Most Epic Castle I've Ever Seen
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Traveling to Ciocanesti, Bucovina's Painted Village
10 Romanian Souvenirs You Have to Make Room for in Your Suitcase
Romania's Painted Churches of Moldavia
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz, and Warsaw." We'll talk about Stephanie's love of Salt Mines, Chris's love of Polish vodka, and whether or not Krakow is the best surviving medieval city in Europe today. Plus we'll talk about the importance for travelers to come here to learn about the legacy of the Holocaust while acknowledging that this is an emotional and personal journey that takes time to process and contextualize.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
10 Things I've Learned from Traveling to 75 Countries
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
The 50 Most Beautiful Castles in the World and the Pictures to Prove It
Chris got married! Congratulations!!!
Weddings are hectic! Chris needed to take a week off to deal with all of the wonderful errands that weddings require during their lead-up.
Therefore, instead of bringing you a brand new episode of Rick Steves Over Brunch, here's a throwback to the time when Chris was a guest on Stephanie's other show, "The History Fangirl Podcast," where we talk all about Istanbul's Grand Bazaar. Think of it as a companion to the RSOB episode "Istanbul."
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
What to do in Istanbul, From Must-Dos to Lesser-Known Gems (for Intrepid)
Istanbul through Instagram (2014-2017)
Kötü the Istanbul Kitty
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
33 of the Most Beautiful Mosques in the World & the Pictures to Prove it
Istanbul's Grand Bazaar (the show notes for this episode)
The Walls of Constantinople
In this episode, we chat about the 2008 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Istanbul." We'll talk about how much Istanbul has changed in the past ten years, ponder if Turkish breakfast is the best meal on earth, and give Rick his due for nearly baring it all in the Turkish baths.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
What to do in Istanbul, From Must-Dos to Lesser-Known Gems (for Intrepid)
Istanbul through Instagram (2014-2017)
Kötü the Istanbul Kitty
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
33 of the Most Beautiful Mosques in the World & the Pictures to Prove it
Istanbul's Grand Bazaar
The Walls of Constantinople
In this episode, we chat about the 2008 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Copenhagen." We'll talk about how Rick throws shade on the Swedes, whether or not drinking Aqua vitae qualifies as an action shot, and why neither Stephanie nor Chris longs for Danish food.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
10 Photos that Capture Copenhagen
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Roskilde: The Vikings Go to Denmark
In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Belfast and the Best of Northern Ireland." We'll talk about how amazing a full Irish breakfast is, discuss the changes Belfast has undergone in the fifteen years since this episode was shot, and marvel at Rick's solid jacket choices.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
Visiting the "Epic Museum" Dublin's Irish Emigration Museum
Clyde Hall: Ontario Bed and Breakfast Done Right
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Belfast and the Troubles
Moonshine and Breadmaking: Visiting a Traditional Irish Farm
In this episode, we chat about the 2006 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Vienna." We discuss the highs and lows of the Austrian food scene, how to rock a Vienna Christmas market, and get meta about the definition of museums. Plus we have some harsh things to say about the cold open on this one.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
5 Reasons Going to Salzburg was the Perfect Spontaneous Decision
A Triple Crown of Classic Elegance: Prague, Vienna, and Budapest
Stephanie Craig
History Fangirl
Palace and Garden of Schoenbrunn
Austria's Hallstatt-Dachstein / Salzkammergut Cultural Landscape
In this episode, we chat about the 2008 Rick Steves' Europe episode "Athens and Side-Trips." No one holds a gyro or rocks green-on-green quite like Rick Steves. We break down the episode's cold open, best stunts, and fabulous guests while throwing in our own take on Athens travel and discussing how travel in Greece has changed in the past ten years with new museums while keeping the food scene classic.
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Chris Mitchell
travelingmitch
How to Have a Luxury Mykonos Holiday while on a Budget
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In this episode, we chat about the classic Rick Steves's Europe episode "Barcelona and Catalunya." When considering which episode to start with for our first show, we had to go to an old throwback, "Barcelona and Catalunya," which highlights both the beauty of the region but also has some of Rick's best stunt work (he pops out of an egg FFS. What can't that man do?) Ricks Steves' Barcelona is one of beautiful parks, delicious drinks, and so many toothpicks. Plus we throw in our own Barcelona travel tips and break down the current Barcelona tourism situation (hint: it's crowded).
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Stephanie Craig at History Fangirl
Christopher Mitchell at travelingmitch
Travel writers Stephanie Craig and Christopher Mitchell chat about episodes of the classic travel tv show, Rick Steves' Europe.