Sunday, June 30, 2019

Buying a House in France, Episode 239 Video.

Buying a House in France, Episode 239
Thinking of buying a house in France? Lots of people dream of living in France, are you ready to learn what it takes to actually do it? It can be done quickly once you understand the oddities of the French real estate market! In this episode we also explain the steps that will make it possible for you to create a custom Google map for your next trip to France and how to deal with the 2019 heatwave. How expensive are homes in France? It's in the show notes for this episode! https://ift.tt/2JhccsJ #joinusinfrance #houseinfrance #realestatefrance #buyingahouseinfrance #lifeinfrance #retireinfrance #francedream #findahouseinfrance


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Saturday, June 29, 2019

Canaves Oia Epitome (Santorini, Greece): PHENOMENAL hotel New video.

Canaves Oia Epitome (Santorini, Greece): PHENOMENAL hotel
Join me on a full tour of Canaves Oia Epitome, the most exclusive hotel on the Greek island of Santorini. Get free VIP perks at this hotel via Virtuoso: https://ift.tt/2Lsd8gL I will publish a review (with pros & cons) of this hotel this Wednesday on my blog: https://ift.tt/1NFj4Ks If you like this clip, be sure to follow me on Youtube (300,000+ followers so far). Each week, I upload one new clip about my travels around the world. FOLLOW ME: Website/blog: https://ift.tt/1Jq0gN0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert Facebook: https://ift.tt/1Jq0hAk Instagram: https://ift.tt/1Jq0jbv Tumblr: https://ift.tt/1EttuxR You can watch my other luxury hotel clips (and read my reviews) in my playlist "trip reports: luxury hotels". The latter includes Soneva, Aman, Four Seasons, St Regis, Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental, One&Only, Six Senses, and Park Hyatt hotels to name a few.


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Thursday, June 27, 2019

Egypt - Luxor and The Valley of the Kings video.

Egypt - Luxor and The Valley of the Kings
We begin our journey to the ancient riverside City of Luxor, cruising though the Nile Valley to the southern City of Aswan. Luxor was once home to the ancient civilization of Thebes and history here dates back about 6000 years. It’s when you visit a place like this that you truly appreciate how short a human life span is, and how enduring human achievement can truly be. Most of this temple complex was built by King Amenhotep the 3rd during the 18th Dynasty making it about 3,500 years old. What’s even more incredible is that was part of Egypt’s 'modern kingdom'', now just imagine what came before that! The size and grandeur of Luxor’s wonderfully preserved monuments has made this area the greatest attraction after the Pyramids and when you visit Luxor temple, its not hard to see why.


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Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Sítio, Portugal: Surfing and Seafood - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bites Video.

Sítio, Portugal: Surfing and Seafood - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bites
More information about travel to Portugal: https://ift.tt/2a2PvGy The Sítio district of Nazaré overlooks a stretch of the Atlantic that's famous among surfers for some of the biggest waves in the world. After hitting the beach, you can enjoy fresh seafood washed down with a refreshing glass of vinho verde (Portuguese green wine). Visit https://ift.tt/UhnNWu for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://ift.tt/1JWS086 “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://ift.tt/1nOgmc7 European Tours: https://ift.tt/1Fd6K3g Guidebooks: https://ift.tt/1Ifpqka Travel Gear: https://ift.tt/2XGyQ4l Trip Consulting: https://ift.tt/1nOgmcj Travel Classes: https://ift.tt/2bKR3W8 Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://ift.tt/1HAqHCg Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.


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Sun World Lures Thai Travelers To Vietnam! video.

Sun World Lures Thai Travelers To Vietnam!
One of Vietnam's tourism leaders, Sun World, is focusing on attracting more tourists from the Land of Smiles. It's team recently held a roadshow in Bangkok in a bid to reach out to Thai travel agents. Sun World is part of Sun Group - one of the largest real estate developers in Vietnam. Its main activities are the development of holiday resorts, attraction parks and luxury properties.


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Mykonos island (Greece): impressions (+ SPECTACULAR SUNSET) New video.

Mykonos island (Greece): impressions (+ SPECTACULAR SUNSET)
Join me on this picturesque walk through Mykonos town. Mykonos is known for its party vibe, beautiful beaches and LGTB welcoming ambiance. The clip includes the most stunning sunset I ever saw! FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://ift.tt/1Jq0jbv Blog: https://ift.tt/1Jq0gN0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert Facebook: https://ift.tt/2JbAchb... Tumblr: https://ift.tt/1EttuxR I publish one new clip per week, featuring a review of either a luxury hotel or a Business/First Class flight.


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Sunday, June 23, 2019

A Traveler’s Reflection: Amazing Toilets on the Road Video.

A Traveler’s Reflection: Amazing Toilets on the Road
Many years ago, I traveled through Japan — and one of my most vivid memories from that trip is was the toilets. In the middle of one January night, I got up, needing to go down the hall. The rocks in the Zen garden were covered by snow. There was no central heating. I could see my breath. A kimono had been put out for my trip to the bathroom, but it was comically small, and my slippers ended at the start of my heels. Shivering as I shuffled, I made my way to the shared bathroom of my ryokan. Pulling down my pants, I sat slowly…dreading the chill of the seat. It was heated — one of the most delightful surprises I’ve experienced over a lifetime of travels, the memory of which I still cherish. And before I made any noise, a playful trickle of water played a soundtrack designed to mask any noise I might make. There’s nothing like traveling in Japan. That was a long time ago. Just last week, staying in a five-star Asian-themed hotel in Boston, I enjoyed another amazing toilet. It knew when I was coming, welcomed me warmly, and provided a trickling soundtrack. Delightful déjà vu. Are you comfortable sharing your toilet-on-the-road story with me? If so, it’s your turn.


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Stockholm, Sweden: the city center around Drottninggatan and Kungsgatan Video.

Stockholm, Sweden: the city center around Drottninggatan and Kungsgatan



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Stockholm, Sweden: Strandvägen and Djurgården Video.

Stockholm, Sweden: Strandvägen and Djurgården



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Stockholm, Sweden: City views around Kungsträdgården, the City Hall and Strandvägen Video.

Stockholm, Sweden: City views around Kungsträdgården, the City Hall and Strandvägen



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Stockholm, Sweden: around Birger Jarlsgatan and Stureplan Video.

Stockholm, Sweden: around Birger Jarlsgatan and Stureplan
Birger Jarlsgatan is one of the main streets in Stockholm. Along and around it there are imposing buildings form the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Some of Stockholm's more exclusive shops are located in Birger Jarlsgatan. Stureplan squere is located at the intersection of Birger Jarlsgatan with Kungsgatan and Sturegatan.


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Honeymoon in Paris, Episode 238 Video.

Honeymoon in Paris, Episode 238
Heading to Paris for your honeymoon? Here are 4 take-away recommendations from a young woman who planned a memorable honeymoon in Paris and explains what you really need to pay attention to! Show notes for this episode are here: http://bit.ly/31KsVxf #joinusinfrance #honeymooninparis #honeymoonvibes #honeymoontime #newlyweds #honeymoon #pariswedding #villagloria


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Ystad, Sweden: half-timbered houses and a medieval abbey Video.

Ystad, Sweden: half-timbered houses and a medieval abbey
Ystad is a historic city in the south of Sweden. Streets of Ystad have many half-timbered houses. One of the main abbeys in Sweden, in gothic style, is located in Ystad. The series Wallander, based on books by Henning Mankell, is set in Ystad


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Ystad, Sweden: the beach and the city Video.

Ystad, Sweden: the beach and the city
Ystad is a historic city in the south of Sweden. The series Wallander, based on books by Henning Mankell, is set in Ystad.


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The city of Ystad, Sweden Video.

The city of Ystad, Sweden
Ystad is a historic city in the south of Sweden. Streets of Ystad have many half-timbered houses. The main church in Ystad is St. Mary's (Mariakirkan) in gothic style. The series Wallander, based on books by Henning Mankell, is set in Ystad.


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Saturday, June 22, 2019

A Snippet of my Symphonic Journey Experience Video.

A Snippet of my Symphonic Journey Experience
Talking short is harder than talking long. I had eight two-minute talks to give as my part of a Boston Pops concert last week, and I worked hard to get it right. I practiced in my hotel room, on stage before people arrived, and then did it for real — in front of a sold-out house. Each time I introduced a piece, it was an opportunity to show off the value of a tour guide who can set the scene to help you appreciate European culture. I was reluctant to distract myself by playing with my phone, but the thrill of being part of a Boston Pops performance with the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an amazing conductor was a highlight of my tour-guiding career, and I had to share a snippet of the experience with you. We debuted this concert with my hometown orchestra several years ago, but just this year other orchestras have been booking it themselves. After Boston, I’ve got Colorado (Sept. 15), Houston (Oct. 12-13), and Seattle (Jan. 17) booked. If you like history, music, and travel, this is a fusion of those delights, resulting in a delightful experience. (You can watch the original concert streaming at http://bit.ly/2KxLS0E)


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A Symphonic Journey: Boston Video.

A Symphonic Journey: Boston
I’m still buzzing from a thrilling experience I had last week in Boston. For two nights, I teamed up with the Boston Pops and conductor Jacomo Bairos to host a live performance of my public television concert “Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey.” Together, we shared seven stirring anthems from the Romantic era that celebrate how different European countries mix a love of music with patriotism. I got to be the tour guide, setting up each piece with historical and cultural context — and then, as gorgeous images were projected on a huge screen, the orchestra took us there musically. In this clip, I bring you with me on stage an hour before the show — and then I share a few of my favorite moments as the night unfolds. The original concert is streaming now at http://bit.ly/2IA5iQv — or you can experience it live when I join the Colorado Symphony this September, the Houston Symphony this October, and the Seattle Symphony next January. Happy (and musical) travels! (Thank you to Michael Blanchard of the Boston Pops for sharing his wonderful photos.)


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Gothenburg archipelago, Sweden: the islands of Donsö and Styrsö Video.

Gothenburg archipelago, Sweden: the islands of Donsö and Styrsö



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Gothenburg archipelago, Sweden: Saltholmen harbor and Vrångö island Video.

Gothenburg archipelago, Sweden: Saltholmen harbor and Vrångö island



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Gothenburg, Sweden the botanical garden Video.

Gothenburg, Sweden the botanical garden



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CAVO TAGOO, Mykonos' trendiest 5-star hotel (Greece): full tour New video.

CAVO TAGOO, Mykonos' trendiest 5-star hotel (Greece): full tour
Join me on a full tour of Cavo Tagoo, the trendiest 5-star hotel on the Greek island of Mykonos. I will publish a review of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos this Wednesday on my blog: http://bit.ly/1NFj4Ks If you like this clip, be sure to follow me on Youtube (300,000+ followers so far). Each week, I upload one new clip about my travels around the world. FOLLOW ME: Website/blog: http://bit.ly/1Jq0gN0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert Facebook: http://bit.ly/1Jq0hAk Instagram: http://bit.ly/1Jq0jbv Tumblr: http://bit.ly/1EttuxR You can watch my luxury hotel clips (and read my reviews) in my playlist "trip reports: luxury hotels". The latter includes Soneva, Aman, Four Seasons, St Regis, Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental, One&Only, Six Senses, and Park Hyatt hotels to name a few.


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Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Beats and Eats, Austin, Texas Video.

Beats and Eats, Austin, Texas
A fusion between classic Japanese Izakaya and Texas Barbeque comes to life at Ramen Tatsuya, where Chefs Tatsu-ya Aikawa and Tako Matsumoto capture the creative spirit of Austin, Texas. Austin is a city which matches its diverse live music scene with a diverse and eclectic dining scene. #Food #DJ #Austin Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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Island Hopping: Puerto Rico Video.

Island Hopping: Puerto Rico
Discover the beaches, history and culture of Puerto Rico through the lens of photographer Fenando Samalot. Fernando spent one year exploring the Caribbean islands of Puerto Rico in hopes of visually capturing the beauty of his home. #Photography #Beach #PuertoRico Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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Taormina, Sicily: Cannoli with a View - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite Video.

Taormina, Sicily: Cannoli with a View - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite
More information about travel to Sicily: http://bit.ly/2IQFIYR In addition to being Sicily's most spectacular beach resort, Taormina is home to tasty, traditional cannoli and an impressive 2,500-year-old Greek theater. Visit http://bit.ly/UhnNWu for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: http://bit.ly/1JWS086 “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: http://bit.ly/1nOgmc7 European Tours: http://bit.ly/1Fd6K3g Guidebooks: http://bit.ly/1Ifpqka Travel Gear: http://bit.ly/2GfzP5a Trip Consulting: http://bit.ly/1nOgmcj Travel Classes: http://bit.ly/2bKR3W8 Rick Steves Audio Europe App: http://bit.ly/1HAqHCg Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.


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Tuesday, June 18, 2019

A Heathrow Moment Video.

A Heathrow Moment
I love London’s Heathrow Airport, and I was happy to spend a couple of hours there as my spring trip wrapped up, just getting a bit of work done before my flight home to Seattle. Stay tuned — because soon enough, I’ll be heading out again. Next up: guidebook research in England and three new TV episodes, high in the Alps.


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Sunday, June 16, 2019

8 Great Places to Visit in the Ariège, Episode 237 Video.

8 Great Places to Visit in the Ariège, Episode 237
When exploring the Toulouse area you have to get out to the Ariège to see how cute those little villages are! Lots of hidden gems, great hiking, scenic vistas, it's the land of surprises! Show notes for this episode are here: http://bit.ly/2IoQDHP #joinusinfrance #ariege #pyrenees #mirepoix #vals #montsegur #laroquefixade #camon


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Saturday, June 15, 2019

Egypt - Cairo's Museum, JW Marriott and the Kan Al Khalili Bazaar video.

Egypt - Cairo's Museum, JW Marriott and the Kan Al Khalili Bazaar
If you only ever visit one museum in your lifetime it should be this one. The Egyptian Museum houses over 100,000 relics and antiquities from every period of in ancient Egypt’s history, including the treasures of Tutankhamen. There is so much to see here that some claim it would take almost a year to view every exhibit. From the old to the new! Here we make our way to Mirage City, a true oasis, a major residential development, the luxurious new JW Marriott Hotel and Peter Harridine designed 18 hole Championship Golf Course, in the sands of the desert. As the day ends we check out the shops and markets in the city heart – the most popular being the Kan Al Khalili Bazaar. The Kan Al Khalili is an incredible maze of streets and alleyways. The market was founded back in the 14th century and if you talk to a lot of the vendors here they will actually tell you that they are related to the founders of the market itself


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A Visit to St. George’s Market, Belfast Video.

A Visit to St. George’s Market, Belfast
It was a rainy day on the Emerald Isle, and I was somewhere I had never been before: St. George’s Market. Join me and my guide Jackie there now in this little clip. Here’s how I wrote this place up for our Rick Steves Ireland guidebook (http://bit.ly/2ZoqL4n St. George’s Market was the largest covered Victorian produce market in Ireland. Today, the farmers are gone and everyone else, it seems, has moved in. Three days a week (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, about 9:00-15:00), St. George’s Market becomes a thriving artisan, crafts and flea market with a few fish and produce stalls to round things out. With a diverse array of street food and homemade goodies added to the mix, it’s a fun place for lunch (5 blocks east of City Hall, at the corner of Oxford and East Bridge streets, tel. 028/9043-5704).


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Air Canada Boeing 787 Dreamliner Business Class from Brussels to Montreal New video.

Air Canada Boeing 787 Dreamliner Business Class from Brussels to Montreal
Join me on this Business Class flight onboard an Air Canada Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Brussels to Montreal. I will publish a review of this flight this Wednesday on my travel blog: http://bit.ly/1NFj4Ks Follow me on Youtube if you like this clip (300,000+ followers so far!). Each week, I upload one new trip report about my travels around the world. You can also follow my travel adventures on my blog, where I publish top 10 travel lists, reviews (of hotels and flights), and tips for luxury travel on a budget. FOLLOW ME: - Instagram: http://bit.ly/1Jq0jbv - Blog: http://bit.ly/1NFj4Ks - Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert - Facebook: http://bit.ly/1Jq0hAk - Tumblr: http://bit.ly/1EttuxR


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Friday, June 14, 2019

A Memorial Garden in Belfast Video.

A Memorial Garden in Belfast
I have always believed that no trip to the Emerald Isle is complete without a visit to Northern Ireland. And I recently spent a few days there, after a stop in Dublin, researching the next edition of our Rick Steves Ireland guidebook: http://bit.ly/2thHfxN. In Belfast, I spent a fascinating 90 minutes with Tucker, a guide from Cab Tours Belfast — a taxi tour company that is made up of both Catholic and Protestant driver guides who are committed to giving unbiased, dual-narrative tours. On Bombay Street, we stopped at the Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden. Join us there now.


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Thursday, June 13, 2019

Rick Goes to Congress Video.

Rick Goes to Congress
I just enjoyed a very busy day on Capitol Hill, meeting with key members of Congress and advocating for an end to the federal prohibition on marijuana. My host for the day was Oregon Rep. Earl Blumenauer, and we packed a lot into our schedule. Take a peek here as we work with lawmakers to find a path forward for marijuana legalization, I join forces with Bread for the World — and even bump into Jon Stewart. I had breakfast this morning with some of my friends from NORML, and we were marveling at how dramatically the national mood on marijuana has shifted. These days, virtually every leader in the Democratic Party understands the need for change — and many Republicans also see the wisdom in ending prohibition. It’s exciting to see democracy in action.


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Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Rick Goes to Congress Video.

Rick Goes to Congress
I just enjoyed a very busy day on Capitol Hill, meeting with key members of Congress and advocating for an end to the federal prohibition on marijuana. My host for the day was Oregon Rep. Earl Blumenauer, and we packed a lot into our schedule. Take a peek here as we work with lawmakers to find a path forward for marijuana legalization, I join forces with Bread for the World — and even bump into Jon Stewart. I had breakfast this morning with some of my friends from NORML, and we were marveling at how dramatically the national mood on marijuana has shifted. These days, virtually every leader in the Democratic Party understands the need for change — and many Republicans also see the wisdom in ending prohibition. It’s exciting to see democracy in action.


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Lisbon, Portugal: Food Tour - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite Video.

Lisbon, Portugal: Food Tour - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite
More information about travel to Portugal: http://bit.ly/2a2PvGy Lisbon is a great foodie destination. Create your own food crawl by hopping on one of the city's famous funiculars to explore everything from modern market halls to traditional bakeries to hole-in-the-wall bars. Visit http://bit.ly/UhnNWu for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: http://bit.ly/1JWS086 “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: http://bit.ly/1nOgmc7 European Tours: http://bit.ly/1Fd6K3g Guidebooks: http://bit.ly/1Ifpqka Travel Gear: http://bit.ly/2GfzP5a Trip Consulting: http://bit.ly/1nOgmcj Travel Classes: http://bit.ly/2bKR3W8 Rick Steves Audio Europe App: http://bit.ly/1HAqHCg Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.


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Tuesday, June 11, 2019

A Gimmelwald Stroll Video.

A Gimmelwald Stroll
Enjoy a quiet moment with me in Gimmelwald, a little traffic-free village in Switzerland surrounded by alpine splendor. It was the evening magic hour, and I was just poking around the village, in perfect peace. The sun sets early when the sky is squeezed between mountains. BTW, it was a handful of discoveries like Gimmelwald back in the late 1970s that I called my “Back Doors.” And these gems were the special destinations upon which I established my business, which back then was called “Europe Through the Back Door.” I’ve noticed that I’m kind of sentimental when I visit now — and when they still tickle my wanderlust, it makes me unspeakably happy.


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Monday, June 10, 2019

Good Morning from Gimmelwald Video.

Good Morning from Gimmelwald
I just had to share this little moment with you from Gimmelwald — a cliff-hanging village high in the Swiss Alps. I’ve been visiting since I was a kid, and its appeal is timeless. Join me from the deck of my B&B as the sun peeks out from behind the peaks.


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Sunday, June 9, 2019

Misty Gryon Video.

Misty Gryon
Join me in Gryon, a tiny village in the French-speaking part of the Swiss Alps that is — just as my Switzerland guidebook says — perpetually shrouded in mist (and a fine example of the Swiss charms that await the driver who ventures off the main highways). __ Heading to Switzerland? You can pick up the latest edition of the Rick Steves Switzerland guidebook here: http://bit.ly/2vkigsx. Happy travels!


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GGothenburg, Sweden: the fish market and the area around the University Video.

GGothenburg, Sweden: the fish market and the area around the University



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Gothenburg, Sweden: Haga neighborhood and surroundings Video.

Gothenburg, Sweden: Haga neighborhood and surroundings



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Normandy Cider Route, Episode 236 Video.

Normandy Cider Route, Episode 236
Thinking about exploring the Normandy Cider Route? My guest on this episode recommends her favorite cideries as a tour guide who has tried many of them! Show notes for this episode are here: http://bit.ly/2Ws5SmW #joinusinfrance #normandyciderroute #igersnormandy #normandycider #normandyfarm #normandyfrance #calvadosnormandy #travel


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Saturday, June 8, 2019

Looking for the Matterhorn Video.

Looking for the Matterhorn
I’m home now from my spring trip to Europe — a busy month and a half of travel across Italy, Switzerland, and Ireland. It’s been fun to stow you along with me here on YouTube — and I hope you can stick around, because I’ve still got a few more little videos to share with you. I was just in Zermatt, high in the Swiss Alps. I’ve been here twice now, and I have yet to see the fabled Matterhorn. I spent a day in my hotel room writing — and constantly wondering if she’d peek through the clouds…


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Gothenburg, Sweden: The harbor and the canals Video.

Gothenburg, Sweden: The harbor and the canals



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Malmö, Sweden: The castle and the museums Video.

Malmö, Sweden: The castle and the museums



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The Chedi Andermatt (Swiss Alps): EXCEPTIONAL 5-star hotel New video.

The Chedi Andermatt (Swiss Alps): EXCEPTIONAL 5-star hotel
Join me on a full tour of The Chedi Andermatt, one of Europe's most exclusive ski hotels. Get free VIP perks at this hotel via Virtuoso: http://bit.ly/2XBNRnI I will publish a review (with pros & cons) of The Chedi Andermatt this Wednesday on my blog: http://bit.ly/1NFj4Ks If you like this clip, be sure to follow me on Youtube (300,000+ followers so far). Each week, I upload one new clip about my travels around the world. FOLLOW ME: Website/blog: http://bit.ly/1Jq0gN0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert Facebook: http://bit.ly/1Jq0hAk Instagram: http://bit.ly/1Jq0jbv Tumblr: http://bit.ly/1EttuxR You can watch my luxury hotel clips (and read my reviews) in my playlist "trip reports: luxury hotels". The latter includes Soneva, Aman, Four Seasons, St Regis, Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental, One&Only, Six Senses, and Park Hyatt hotels to name a few.


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Thursday, June 6, 2019

South Carolina Road Trip - Myrtle Beach for Sand, Sun and Fun Video.

South Carolina Road Trip - Myrtle Beach for Sand, Sun and Fun
Ride the Skywheel, walk the boardwalk, beach lounge, catch a waterfront concert, and soak up fun in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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South Carolina Road Trip - Hilton Head Island, A Beach Retreat Video.

South Carolina Road Trip - Hilton Head Island, A Beach Retreat
Explore lighthouses, gorgeous beaches, bike scenic trails, shops and more in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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South Carolina Road Trip – Greenville, Blue Ridge Mountain Beauty Video.

South Carolina Road Trip – Greenville, Blue Ridge Mountain Beauty
Nestled near the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, discover a quaint downtown, outdoor adventure and incredible eateries in Greenville, South Carolina. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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South Carolina Road Trip - Beaches to Blue Ridge Mountains Video.

South Carolina Road Trip - Beaches to Blue Ridge Mountains
Encounter South Carolina’s beautiful beaches, outdoor wonders, historic architecture and city culture in Charleston, Hilton Head Island, Myrtle Beach and Greenville. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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South Carolina Road Trip – Charleston, A Crown Jewel Video.

South Carolina Road Trip – Charleston, A Crown Jewel
Historic antebellum homes, cobblestone streets, century-old oaks canopying streets, lovely shops and amazing restaurants can be discovered in Charleston, South Carolina. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Nice, France: The Belle Époque Video.

Nice, France: The Belle Époque
More info about travel to Nice: http://bit.ly/2HXmJdg Nice offers grand examples of the belle époque — literally, the “beautiful age.” Travelers can step into an age of refinement at the Hotel Negresco, or visit Czar Nicholas II's gift to the city: the exquisite Russian Orthodox cathedral, which claims to be the finest this side of the Volga. Visit http://bit.ly/UhnNWu for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: http://bit.ly/1JWS086 “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: http://bit.ly/1nOgmc7 European Tours: http://bit.ly/1Fd6K3g Guidebooks: http://bit.ly/1Ifpqka Travel Gear: http://bit.ly/2GfzP5a Trip Consulting: http://bit.ly/1nOgmcj Travel Classes: http://bit.ly/2bKR3W8 Rick Steves Audio Europe App: http://bit.ly/1HAqHCg Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.


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Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Zermatt Before the Tourists? Video.

Zermatt Before the Tourists?
Hello from the Swiss Alps! I’m in the shadow of the mighty Matterhorn, in the little town of Zermatt. Zermatt is extremely touristy, but once upon a time, it was a humble village of farmers. Walking down into town from the high lift stations, you pass through hamlets with 300-year-old buildings of stone and larch — and it’s easy to imagine a simpler time. An advantage of being here before the summer peak season hits is that there are no crowds. While high-country hikes are snowed in, lots of low-elevation hikes through little farm hamlets (which are filled with Airbnb guests in the summer) are empty and evoke the old days. Join me as I imagine Zermatt once upon a time, long, long ago…with more cows than tourists.


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Monday, June 3, 2019

Who’s the Highest Person in Europe? Video.

Who’s the Highest Person in Europe?
I suppose there are people higher than me right now in Europe, but nobody who is just stepping out of a lift is higher than me. Joined by local guide Amadé Perrig, I’m in a whiteout on top of the Little Matterhorn, looking at where the big Matterhorn would be on a nice day. We’re 12,740 feet above sea level, high above Zermatt — and higher than the lifts above Chamonix and the Jungfraujoch. Amadé, who’s climbed the Matterhorn many times, spent his career promoting tourism in Zermatt, perhaps the ultimate Alpine resort. Even in a whiteout, he couldn’t help himself and broke out into a yodel. Of course, it’s a touristy show, but it’s also real. Amadé worked in a village farm with cows and goats, carrying milk down from the high Alps. He yodeled when his Alpine spirit was doing flip-flops then, and 60 years later, he still does. I generally try to do my guidebook research when things are hopping and in season — but my timing is a bit off this visit, and I’m here in the downtime between skiing and hiking seasons. The high trails are snowed in, and lots of places (restaurants and activities) are closed. I’m scouting for a new episode about the best of the Swiss Alps, and I’m getting some great ideas for the crew — at the wrong time of year. I’ll be back in August, and maybe then I’ll actually see the Matterhorn. Stay tuned…


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Wyoming Park to Park Trip: Cheyenne – Cultural Capital Video.

Wyoming Park to Park Trip: Cheyenne – Cultural Capital
Explore Cheyenne, Wyoming’s attractions: the world’s largest rodeo, beautiful botanical gardens, a historic trolley tour and nearby Wild West jail. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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Wyoming Park to Park Trip Video.

Wyoming Park to Park Trip
Experience stunning trails, wild mustangs, historic Wild West towns, hot springs and enjoy outdoor activities on an extraordinary Wyoming road trip. Connect on our social channels: ✈ Like Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKDXRP ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2s0r3lA ✈ Follow Visit The USA: http://bit.ly/2sKx6Ic Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.


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Sunday, June 2, 2019

A Day-Trip to the Gers from Toulouse, Episode 235 Video.

A Day-Trip to the Gers from Toulouse, Episode 235
Taking a day-trip from Toulouse to the Gers is something locals do all the time but foreign visitors don't think about because it's not on anybody's travel top 10 list. But maybe it should be because it's gorgeous! Warning: you won't run into many tourists and you'll probably have to practice your French. Totally worth it! Show Notes for this episode are here: http://bit.ly/2XlIetF #joinusinfrance #gers #occitanie #ruralfrance #dartagnan #3musketeers #condomfrance #gascogne


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Saturday, June 1, 2019

Discovering a Great Tool for Wine Lovers: The Coravin Video.

Discovering a Great Tool for Wine Lovers: The Coravin
I was dropping by the various wine bars in Bellagio (as one does when working) — and at Aperitivo Et Al, Andrea demonstrated a clever tool that pulls wine from a bottle with the ease of a nurse pulling blood from an arm. With the Coravin, he can serve fancy wine by the glass without worrying about finishing the bottle before the wine goes bad. Maybe I don’t get out much. (When I got back to my hotel and Googled the Coravin, I learned that it was invented in 2011 in Massachusetts.) Is this old news?


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The Dolder Grand (Zürich, Switzerland): a STUNNING hotel! New video.

The Dolder Grand (Zürich, Switzerland): a STUNNING hotel!
Join me on a full tour of The Dolder Grand, the most exclusive hotel in Zürich. I will publish a review of this hotel (with pros, cons, & tips) this Wednesday on my travel blog: http://bit.ly/1NFj4Ks Get free VIP perks at this hotel via Virtuoso: http://bit.ly/2JNlEXP If you like this clip, be sure to follow me on Youtube (300,000+ followers so far). Each week, I upload one new clip about my travels around the world. FOLLOW ME: Website/blog: http://bit.ly/1Jq0gN0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxTravelExpert Facebook: http://bit.ly/1Jq0hAk Instagram: http://bit.ly/1Jq0jbv Tumblr: http://bit.ly/1EttuxR You can watch my luxury hotel clips (and read my reviews) in my playlist "trip reports: luxury hotels". The latter includes Soneva, Aman, Four Seasons, St Regis, Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental, One&Only, Six Senses, and Park Hyatt hotels to name a few.


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