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.