Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. For those who have never read any of Rick Steves' multiple books or seen his public television travel show, this is an enjoyable book. It’s exciting to gather together so much passion and creativity into a vibrant marketplace — and each week, we curate our favorites for you. Rick Steves’ Europe: The Italian love of eating. I've always had a soft spot for Rick Steves. I enjoyed the travel stories, but not the politics. But for a fan (like me) who has seen the shows and read previous books, this is just one more chance for Steves to haul out the same tired lines about some of his favorite places. Please try again. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. As a big fan of Rick Steves (having watched his PBS shows since episode one, owning all the seasons and taken several of his tours) that said, I guess I expected more than a rehash of his shows. Not sure if this is the best or worst book to read during this period of time that we can’t travel. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Readers' Most Anticipated Books of January. Loved the book and the follow along videos that go along with this book brought Europe even more to life. As always, he provides useful information to make you a smarter traveler, often by generously sharing details of his own fails. But I can dream of those “meals of a lifetime” that seem almost routine in Italy. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. "For the Love of Europe" couldn’t be more timely: It gives homebound travelers a delightful way to dream their way through this pandemic lockdown. Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2020. They are written in a style that often evokes laughter, tears, longing and always smiles. A perfect read for the summer without travel. For the Love of Europe - Audio Book | Rick Steves Travel Store Wonderful pictures. For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories (Rick Steves), Big fan of Rick Steves' books (generally), Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2020. Another recycled line is the smelly cheese is like the feet of angels. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on European travel. Still pretty good but harder as audiobook listening straight through. 100 of Rick's most unforgettable memories, collected over four decades of European travel. There is no defense for barbaric animal cruelty -- not even or especially under the guise of "tolerance" -- and his continued promotion of it is reprehensible. This book is great for a new armchair traveler, but I liked his previous book better (Postcards From Europe)...maybe because I heard the stories for the first time 20 years ago. First let me say, I've spent the last two decades meticulously following in the footsteps of Rick Steves throughout Europe and the British Isles. This is subscriber only post. It was nice to travel Europe via a book at this time. I started traveling to Europe when I was 18 - and I'm 72 now. It was a peak of behind the scenes to how Rick Steves does what he does. But Steves and I are very different types of travelers (he's a fearless extrovert, while I'm deeply introverted and avoid people as much as possible: my fondest memories are wandering Venice or Paris, at 6AM in near solitude). We have been watching Rick Steves Europe on PBS since we can’t travel during the pandemic. After 40-plus years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. Can you imagine? I love all the funny stories. Since I can't travel now and am not sure when it will be possible to travel again, reading about travel helped to lift my spirits. Rick Steves' Europe. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2020. I recently published a collection of my favorite stories from a lifetime of European travels. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. It's interesting to read places where he calls himself out on his own "ethnocentricities." Every chapter has you thinking... there's a message in each little essay. Everything you need is here. This is great! Wry, personal, and full of Rick's signature humor, For the Love of Europe is a fond and inspirational look at a lifetime of travel. Each takes you to a part of Europe you may have visited before or somewhere you might plan to go in the future. But for newbies, who might not have the time to binge all his shows, this is the next best thing to experiencing Europe beyond the tourist traps. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. I have a powerful image stuck in my mind of Hitler and his architect and right-hand man, Albert Speer, poring over plans for postwar Berlin…a metropolis super-sized in a way that makes Paris look quaint. He will take you on adventures that will whet your appetite for places you've not yet explored and evoke memories of your own travels. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. Get one year of online-only access — only $15! There are some sections where you have to suffer through Rick's left-wing, big-government proselytizing, but, if you follow him, you are used to this and, if you don't agree, you gloss over it and move on. After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories.Join Rick as he’s swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. “While some people count the countries they’ve visited, marking them off on a checklist, the number means nothing to me. This book is a great read, especially when we aren’t able to travel now, due to the pandemic. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. This book is not one of his guide books. For the Love of Prague. A great book to reminisce about previous European travel and to dream of future adventures. Some of the stories are familiar because I have watched most of his travel shows, but many were new to me, and I found myself jotting down the names of lesser-known places I'd want to visit (a rural part of Denmark, Mostar, and Northern Italy, to name just a few). That's what I was looking for, especially since my travel plans for this summer got axed due to COVID. And I’m happy to announce that "For the Love of Europe" — which is already in bookstores across the USA — comes out as an audio book next Tuesday, August 11. With countries closing borders and the virus continuing to spread, Steves has remained at home. I really enjoyed his stories that went beyond that — being at the border of Turkey and Georgia. Overall, this is a great compilation of Rick's writings over the years, but I have to say, I'm disgusted by his continued illiberal defense of bull fights, foie gras, and other disgusting forms of animal abuse. I have been on eight Rick Steves tours in the last 15 years. My new book is called “For the Love of Europe” — and this is just one of its 100 travel tales. I want to be Rick Steves. With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career. "For the Love of Europe" couldn’t be more timely: It gives homebound travelers a delightful way to dream their way through this pandemic lockdown. Rick Steves has put together a treasure trove of essays covering all regions of Europe. Photos and essences usual, as usual, are what sets his books apart from the usual travel guides. A lot of times I found I had the very same experiences he describes so the book really struck a chord with me. It's actually been a nice break for us every once in a while during the pandemic to "travel from our living room" with Rick Steves. This book is not quite a travel guide but it's not quite a typical travel book. We have taken several Rick Steves tours, and loved each and every one. Plus, the writing in these essays is just...average. This book is not quite a travel guide but it's not quite a typical travel book. New year! It just made a few of the stories not so enjoyable to read. And, I've always enjoyed Ric. My new book is called “For the Love of Europe” — and this is just one of its 100 travel tales. Something went wrong. And, I've always enjoyed Rick's ability to tell a great descriptive story. I like how he goes in for "authentic" culture. A lifetime of knowledge for a summer at home. Welcome back. This was a collection of essays from his most memorable moments and ob. It's actually been a nice break for us every once in a while during the pandemic to "travel from our living room" with Rick Steves. Smaller text Larger text. They are quite short (about four pages) so this is a great book to dip into. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Instead, I've been reading travel-related books, including. Loved this book. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. This was a collection of essays from his most memorable moments and observations over the past 45 years of traveling. Please sign in to post. With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career. A new friend took me inside his home, to the hearth, and introduced me to what was left of his great-grandfather. I've done this solo... just with his guidebooks. Count instead the friends you’ve made while far from home. After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. I’m a huge fan of Rick Steves and enjoyed this collection of stories from his travels throughout Europe. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Travel with Rick, someone who is knowledgeable and trustworthy. Since I can't travel now and am not sure when it will be possible to travel again, reading about travel helped to lift my spirits. Rick Steves has put together a treasure trove of essays covering all regions of Europe. Those were the best parts of this book. After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories . Thankfully, most of the stories just provided wonderful tales of his travels across Europe. All the best people are on public television. Rick's writing style is very engaging and the book is chock-full of colorful photographs to bring the stories to life. Count instead the friends you’ve made while far from home. I get it, Rick has a different political view than me, and that's fine. Great book to read during a non travel year, Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2020. Such a great collection of fun stories from his travels. Richard "Rick" Steves is an American author and television personality on European travel. I recognized a lot of the content from his blog posts, show scripts, guidebooks, and even his recent Monday Night Travel zooms. A fun read, but his book: Postcards From Europe - from the 90’s I think - is much more interesting ... and I enjoying reading it more. The book covered many of my favorite European spots and in reading I could almost picture the places without the crowds. Can’t wait to be able to travel again! From its historic cities to its breathtaking countryside, Rick Steves knows Europe inside and out and has made a career of inspiring people to explore, connect, and step outside their comfort zones. Insightful and educational, this book is a joy to read from start to finish. The gut-wrenching experience of touring WWII concentration camps. Posted by Al (West Islip, NY, USA) on 04/19/19 06:45 PM. I like his take on Europe, exploring the history but also the current culture. Never been on his tours. I had the great pleasure of finally running into him a few years back in Switzerland. For the Love of Europe features 100 stories published over the course of Rick's decades of travel, about his unforgettable experiences, favorite destinations, and highlights from the road. Join Rick as he''s swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. This book is the next best thing. If I can't be there in person, it's nice to imagine! I've always had a soft spot for Rick Steves. Rick's writing style is very engag. Steves is a prolific travel writer, his humorous and detailed stories are each a few pages long, perfect to fit into a busy day or evening. Nor, it appears, can those of us who hold US passports, go much of anywhere for an indeterminate amount of time. After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. If you need a travel pick-me-up in the time of COVID, travel to Europe with Rick in this book! We were planning a trip for this summer but due to travel restrictions, we had to cancel it. I'm obviously a HUGE fan of Rick Steves (we jokingly call him Saint Rick in our house) and this book of his favorite travel stories was a balm for the stuck traveler's soul (thanks, global pandemic!). Packing that attitude, you’ll realize the world is a welcoming place...a place filled with joy, love, and wonderful people.”, I enjoyed the travel stories, but not the politics. It’s a great book to enjoy during this time of the pandemic. It fills the travel need in my soul for the time being, and makes me yearn to get on the road again. Lots of colorful photography and essays covering a variety of regions throughout Europe. Thankfully, most of the stories just provided wonderful tales of his travels across Europe. Go! Please try your request again later. Contemplate the mysteries of centuries-old … Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love with a gondolier in Venice, and savors a cheese course in the Loire Valley. My Account. Whenever I've traveled as an adult I prefer his guide books for his "not a tourist but temporary local" approach to travel. I get it, Rick has a different political view than me, and that's fine. Rick Steves: For the Love of Europe Signed Edition (Paperback),After 40+ years of writing about Europe, America’s favorite traveler has gathered 100 of his most memorable essays into one inspiring collection. Dancing and eating with rural Greeks. Daily Dose of Europe: A Little Bone Envy. Rick’s insight is never far from me during my travels, whether I’m solo or with friends, and reading this made me wistful for all the places I’ve been and loved and made me long to go to all the places I haven’t yet been. Having watched the shows helped with picturing what he was talking about. This book is not one of his guide books. It was great to go on this adventure with him. Please support local businesses in your community by picking up a copy from your favorite bookstore, or you can purchase it at my online Travel Store. I think I would have enjoyed more as a book to wander through than as audiobook. Whenever I've traveled as an adult I prefer his guide books for his "not a tourist but temporary local" approach to travel. One thing is clear: I'm nowhere near as good as the Italians. It was a skull… dry, hollow, and easy to hold in one hand. Rick Steves' Europe Page-A-Day Calendar 2021, Rick Steves Europe Through the Back Door: The Travel Skills Handbook (Rick Steves Travel Guide), Europe's Top 100 Masterpieces: Art for the Traveler (Rick Steves), Rick Steves Italy 2020 (Rick Steves Travel Guide), Rick Steves' Europe 101: History and Art for the Traveler. It was just what my travel deprived mind needed at the moment. The new year normally has me dreaming up itineraries, and I find myself embracing armchair travel even more this year due to the pandemic. In the age of rising nationalism and the pandemic, it was a lovely treat to read this book. After 40+ years of writing about Europe for readers across the country, Rick Steves brings 100 of his favorite columns and essays together into one gorgeous collection in For the Love of Europe: 100 Favorite Encounters. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Those were the best parts of this book. Smaller text Larger text. Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020. Interesting read. That's what I was looking for, especially since my travel plans for this summer got axed due to COVID. That's not "respecting European culture." As a bonus, the book is filled with vibrant photos of the people and places Rick writes about. Refresh and try again. For the Love of America, VOTE — And Vote for Joe Biden! Like 3.5 stars. One thing is clear: I’m nowhere near as good as the Italians. Highly recommended. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. 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