Rick Steves doesn't just list where to travel in Europe, he gives travelers inside information on where to stay, what to visit, and how to get there -- economically and hassle-free. With Rick Steves as their guide, travelers can delve into European culture, make friends with the locals, and experience everything Europe has to offer.

Each year Rick Steves spends more than five months traveling throughout Europe, updating his guides, and searching out new "back door" discoveries.

His humourous guidebooks include selective coverage of both famous and lesser-known tourist sights; friendly restaurants to eat at and places to sleep; suggested day plans; walking tours and shopping trip itineraries; and clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot.

His language Phrase Books are packed with practical words and phrases with clear dictionary definitions and translations designed to help you enjoy a better trip.

Rick Steves has been traveling to Europe for more than 25 years. His traveler's library of 40 best-selling guidebooks and videos have sold more than two million copies and his award-winning television series, Rick Steves' Europe, is seen on public television stations in the U.S. and Canada.

"Steves preaches a low-cost, low-to-the-ground style that not only saves money, but gets you closer to the real Europe, the way Europeans experience it."
- San Francisco Chronicle