You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Europe, 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 30 years 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. With this guidebook, you'll experience the culture like a local, spend less money, and have more fun.