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Shows On DVD I'm Missing
I've been watching Rick's PBS shows for years and have many of these dvds, but it seems I may be missing some of the "Rick Steves' Europe" shows. I'll tell you what I have. The "All 43 shows:2000-2005", "European Christmas", "11 New Shows: 2007" and I just ordered "12 New Shows: 2009". There are also four other episodes on the 43 show set, being 3 travel skills shows and a making of episode. Not sure if the "Rick Steves Tour Experience" bonus dvd counts as an episode. Don't remember this being on TV. There is also available, a new dvd set (available on this website), which contains all 82 episodes. It seems sometime after 2005 to now I'm missing some. Probably it's just one series since if I count all this up I have 67 shows. Could someone tell me which ones I'm missing and where I may be able to obtain these without buying the 82 show box set,since I have everything through 2005. Thanks.
Dave <email>
Darien, CT USA 11/08/2008
IPTV
I so enjoy your travelog on IPTV however, I am only able to see about 50% of the programs because of all the lines and fuzzy on the programs. I do Tivo the programs so I can watch them at my leasure. Such a disappointment when I only get fuzzies. Thanks,
Jeanette <email>
Pella, IA USA 10/27/2008
Comradery
Rick, I have been watching your travel shows for as long as they have been on public television. I delight when I find a new episode, because I know it will be as informative as it is entertaining. Today I came accross an episode that was about producing the show. It contained the procees by which your team creates the best travel show around. I was especially impressed by the way your team works together, each respecting the opinions and creative experience of the other. I believe this episode would be an exceptional training tool for businesses in general(might be a new niche' for you). I am focused on this because in my office, we have been experiencing difficulty with our team dialogue. Is this episode available for purchase, I would like to share it with my team and eventually reach the level of comradery that your team enjoys. I hope to hear back from you Rick.
Barbara Belfi <email>
Dallas, Texas USA 09/27/2008
Iceland - it's in Europe too!
I'd love to see a show on Iceland. It's a part of Europe, too, and is increasingly popular as a destination for American travelers. I really would love to go there and would love to see a show that puts Rick's unique spin on the sights of Iceland. From the capital city of Reykjavik to the Blue Lagoon, geysers and other geothermal features, to horse trekking into the interior, there's certainly a show's worth of fascinating sights to explore. Hope you'll consider Iceland for a show on one of your upcoming series!
Mary Platt
Costa Mesa, CA USA 08/06/2008
Much Maligned Marmalade
Last night I enjoyed once again Rick in Seville and Andelucia, Spain. But finally must protest, Rick, your repeated insistance on slandering (in print too) the superlative British marmalade made from Seville Oranges - which as you state is impossible to miss in "British B&B's". Perhaps you do not know that it is eagerly sought by French, Scandinavians, and many other fans around the world. I accept you may have a sweeter tooth, Rick (most Americans do) and that your palate is as yet undeveloped in this regard, but this is a rare display of insularity from one from whom we have come to expect landmark cultural sensitivity. Goodness, when I consider some of the local specialties you've gamely swallowed without comment (bulls testicles?!!)
In the meantime, I'm looking forward to local culinary treats you've selected for me in my next tour with you to Turkey this fall.
Valerie <email>
Chicago, IL USA 07/10/2008
hotel reccomendation
Rick,
My husband and I just came back from a twelve day stay in Italy. We used your book like a bible. It was so informative, every morning before we set out for the day we looked at your book first to guide us in the right direction. We went to Venice, Florence, The Tuscan Countryside and Rome. We loved them all but the best was the Tuscan Countryside. I have a reccomendation for a place for you to stay, which my husband and I thought was the most beautiful place we had ever been to. On the border of Cortona and Umbria there is the beautiful Villa di Piazzano. I highly reccomend you stay there and hopefully add it to your reccomendations for places to stay.
Susan Hurwitz <email>
USA 07/03/2008
North Wales, Thanksgiving
I just watched the North Wales show, and was perplexed when it was said that the miners (back in the day) only got 3 holidays per year. Christmas, Good Friday, and Thanksgiving. I assume that Thanksgiving is not the holiday we celebrate in the US and Canada, but the show didn't clarify. Google didn't help much either. Do you know what the deal is?
Alan Johnson
Los Angeles, CA USA 06/14/2008
Bulgaria?
I think Rick should visit Bulgaria again. I am an American in Chicago, and I have never been to Europe at all, much less Bulgaria. I did marry a Bulgarian woman however, and I am curious about how the country has changed since communism retreated and since being accepted into the EU. How has the country dealt with switching to the Euro? Has European tourism increased since then? What about American tourism? Is it a fine but more affordable ski/snowboard alternative than Switzerland and Italy? I have no idea, but I do know they have mountains. I just wonder if they've been put to tourist use or not. I hear also that the Black Sea resorts in Varna and other beacg cities have seen a good amount of investment recently. How nice is it there, and how affordable?
What about its relationship with Turkey, Greece, Romania, and Macedonia? Are all neighboring countries friendly or are there some political or historical differences?
Alex Smitts <email>
Schaumburg, IL USA 05/27/2008
When do we get some new shows???
It's been a couple of years, Rick! What's taking so long?!
Sincerely, I absolutely can't wait for new shows.
It's only money and hard work - hop to it!
Marjorie
Atlanta, GA USA 05/05/2008
Your Show
Great way to start the day with your travel on HDNet. Bu tthey changed the time
Rick <email>
Palmdale, Ca USA 04/30/2008
Florence,Italy and Anzio Beach
My husband,Melvin,loves to watch Rick on PBS channel 34(wosu) every Monday and (now)Friday nights and Saturday afternoon. He loves the Italian shows because his oldest brother was buried over in Florence American Cemetry and Memorial in Florence,Italy. Next time you go there to Florence, look up Clarence Edward Rogers' cross for Melvin and his sister Flo.Please,Rick? It would mean so much to them.
Plus my dad was in Anzio Beach, yet dad came home alive.
Both Melvin's brother (nick name) Eddie and my dad were under the command of General Mark Clark.
Thank you so much for your shows on the PBS station. they're geography and history lessons in one.
Carol Rogers <email>
London, Ohio USA 04/21/2008
Well done!
Every morning as I enjoy a cup of coffee, I tune into Rick Steve's Europe on HDNet TV. He has a great narrative and his shows are always filled with interesting tidbits about culture, architecture, history, and food. What a lovely way to start the day. Kudos to Rick for creating such a well balanced show!
Sarah Broda <email>
Oshkosh, WI USA 04/18/2008
poland
Will you have a poland dvd out, I just love your show we are going to poland again and would love to see poland on a dvd.
gloria zarembski
kinde, michig USA 04/13/2008
Unfortunate and sad analogy used by Mr. Steves
I recently watched the "Germany's Romantic Rhine and Rothenburg" episode and was enjoying it greatly when I thought I heard Mr. Steves compare a castle on a hill to a "dead pit bull". My husband and I replayed it several times, in shock, to confirm that this phrase was used. Your online script confirms it. As an active animal shelter volunteer and the owner of a pit bull who is as gentle as a lamb, I am very disappointed that the editors found use of this phrase this acceptable. These dogs have enough trouble getting past the bad reputation set for them by some irresponsible humans (Michael Vick among others). Let's not blame the breed for what their owner(s) have turned them into, and not perpetuate an inaccurate stereotype. 'All' pit bulls aren't killers any more than 'all' labs are friendly. I expect more from a show of this quality. Thank you.
Kate Cunningham
Portland, ME USA 04/06/2008
Dream Job!
Wow! I Love watching the entire production - from the information you give to the great video.
How could I get out of working in the doldrums of TV news, and become involved in what you guys create? Wife and I spent time in France and Italy in 2007. You've really made us want to visit Germany next!
Jeff <email>
Omaha, NE USA 04/02/2008
Union Jack
Watching the shows on Northern Ireland and on London, I noticed Mr. Steves referring to the Union Flag as the Union Jack. It is only the Union Jack at sea. "Jack" is a nautical term, and while I'm certain it is an innocent mistake, I cringe everytime I hear it.
Kæreste
Jacksonville, FL USA 04/01/2008
Rick Steves Spain
I wanted to say Rick I just bought your DVD of the best of Europe and I watched the episode on Seville, and Portugal with my Mother who has demencia. She had traveled to Spain many times and loved it.
Your show helped her to remember the places she visited with my Father.
Thank you so much.
What a great show.
great job.
Hope I travel to Spain some day.
Cynthia
Queens, NY USA 03/30/2008
More programs?
I'd like to see more on Eastern Europe, especially the Baltics and the Balkans, as well as Malta and the other Mediterranean islands.
Karen
Minneapolis, MN USA 03/23/2008
It's a travel show
Hi Rick -
Your TV productions are great to watch until you plunge into political history. In your recent appearance in Warsaw you, apparently inadvertently, opened a "can of worms" by saying that in 1944 Red Army "waited and did nothing." For the travel show it's quite a departure from your best destinations, travel tips, and railpasses. I expect your travel further east will be recorded in a form of political circus instead of European destinations.
Rick's Fan <email>
Edmonton, WA USA 02/11/2008
Just met you at the LA travel expo. Thanks for the informative speech and for signing my book. I really appreciate you underlining the difference between being a tourist and traveler, as well as common mistakes made by Americans looking for an American experience in Europe. Time to try Europe through the Back Door!!
Tiffany
Huntington Beach, CA USA 02/09/2008
Love your show
I just have to say that I absolutely love your show! For Christmas my mom bought me your entire collection of shows and I love every episode. I started watching when I went to Europe for the first time, but I continued to watch because I was so interested in all the new places that you went to and sights you took me too. After watching your shows I now have 15 more places I want to visit! So thank you!
Samantha
Sacramento, Ca USA 01/28/2008
European Travels
Enjoy watching your shows on Public Television.
You are relaxing and interesting to listen to.
Have never travelled to Europe so your opening up a new doorway for me. thanks,
Tim
Tim <email>
Brantford,, ON cda 01/19/2008
Europe - Italy
Rick, I especially love your episodes on Italy. If I could only travel to one country outside the US, it would be Italy. Since I will most likely never be able to travel to Europe (one of my dreams), I lose myself in your travels and enjoy watching your programs. I am going to order the 70 episode dvd's so I can enjoy them over and over. Thank you for taking me to places I may never be able to see, without you.
Terri <email>
Sweetwater, TN USA 12/27/2007
thank you rick
dear rick, i've been watching your show for the past 12 years on pbs and i just wanted to let you know that your work is very much appreciated. through the good times as well as the bad, i've always been able to "escape" every saturday afternoon for an hour of your show. i served in the marines overseas in okinawa, japan and was able to experience different cultures first hand. on the other hand, i've never been to europe and i'm looking forward to that day. my fiance,katarina, is from croatia and presently her mother is visiting us in the states. it's truly a cultural experience even though i don't know her language and she knows little english. in the past ten years i've totally lost all interest in major tv and only have basic cable. public tv probably consumes 95% of my limited tv time. again, thank you rick for the richness of your work as well as helping me through some "tough" times with your programs. you seem to be a very christain oriented person and i truly admire that. god bless, andy seltz, emergency rn winona, mn.
andy seltz <email>
winona, mn. USA 12/11/2007
12/1/2007 KQED-TV pledge drive
During the pledge break following the final Rick Steve's Europe program of the evening, Rick was in the middle of making some very strong statements against U.S. actions in the United Nations when my TV screen went dark for 20-30 seconds and then returned to Rick, who was presenting quieter material by that time. I couldn't help thinking, was I watching censorship in action? An odd coincidence.
wck
Berkeley, CA USA 12/02/2007
Glaciers ... global warming ...
As someone who is very grateful to Rick Steves for his fascinating programs and his commitment to public broadcasting, when I saw the program on the French/Swiss Alps I was disappointed that with all the discussion of the Alpine glaciers there was no mention of the concerns about their diminuition due to global warming ... this was all the more surprising when later in the program Rick addressed the political issue of the necessity for government subsidies to protect the Swiss farmers ... it seems to me that "savvy travelers" can be important witnesses to changes in the global environment ... and it would be helpful if Rick were to address them ... even though it might make us all question what impact we ourselves are having with all our air travel ...
Carol Yeates
Sacramemto, CA USA 11/06/2007
Riviera program
I have just watched your very informative and entertaining program on KCTS9 but hope that in
future references to the prince, it is Rain-E-A rather than Rain-NEAR, although I can live with
Mt. Rainier in Bellevue, Washington. Thanks for the great series.
Roger Dalton
Bellevue, WA USA 10/20/2007
I actually saw Rick!
I am a travel fanatic, and Rick has made my addiction even worse (in a good way!) I absolutely love watching his shows, so much that I bought the entire series on DVD (also because my local PBS station airs his shows at 5AM!) I had the privilege of taking a bus tour (with another company) back in 2001, and read ETBD from cover to cover. It helped out tremendously! I covered 7 countries in 2 weeks, and also stumbled across Rick making a show in Italy. I was in Verona, Italy with my group, looking at Juliet's balcony. We exited and went to a little courtyard. I looked over, and lo and behold, there was Rick sitting in a chair! I never expected to see him at all! What a nice surprise! My dad actually talked to him.....very nice guy! Too bad his offices are not here in St Louis.......Rick I would LOVE to work with you! Thanks for all you do!
Dan Guse <email>
O Fallon, MO USA 10/08/2007
Rothenburg Shopping
Thanks to Rick, I ended up buying all my souvenirs at the Friese-shop in Rothenburg and saved a lot of money! Even though I did not mention Rick Steves right away, I was treated nicely. Later, I met with the owner and her son. They shared Rick's letters and pictures with me. I also got a discount on all my merchandise plus a great map and a toy. I felt like family.
Thank you Rick.
Btw, I loved Rothenburg!
Katrin Field <email>
Castro Valley, CA USA 10/01/2007
Alsace
I was very disappointed in the recent program on Alsace. The program was inaccurate focusing on Reims, which is in Champagne-Ardenne, and Verdun which is located in Lorraine. No mention was made of the city of Strasbourg, with its spectacular cathedral, which is the focal point of Alsace.
Harold Baker <email>
Acton, MA USA 09/03/2007
Show DVDs
This is for fans of Rick's orignal TV series "Travels in Europe". I love the new shows but it brought back memories of the original series and the travel spell it cast over me. I was hoping that these were avaiable in a DVD collection but an email from ETBD informed me that all they sell is a DVD of 16 of the original episodes. Well, I was at my library the other day and found a set of DVDs called "Best of Travels in Europe". Yes, these are many of the originals in fact it was only missing 20 of the early episode but 10 of those are on the "Classics" DVD. So almost a complete collection. BTW, those early shows compared to the new ones proved one thing to me, Travel Keeps You Young! Our Mr. Steves hasn' aged a day since that first show back in 1991.
Anthony <email>
Denver, CO USA 08/21/2007
fascinating travel
Hi! My name is Robson and I live in Rio de janeiro, Brazil.
I would like to tell you that I enjoy a lot your program "Travaling in Europe". I loved so much all of images you show us from the Europe, your work is so useful to people who travel like me. Thanks, have a nice travel.
08/18/2007
Thanks Rick
About 3 days before leaving for Paris, I turned on Channel 9 and Rick Steves was on talking about Paris, of all places. One section was about the Saint Suplice cathedral and its famous pipe organ.
We arrived in Paris on Saturday morning and then attended mass at 10 AM on Sunday at Saint Suplice. After mass, there was a 30 minute "concert" performed on the organ. I never knew a pipe organ could sound like what I heard! It was beautiful. After the concert,people lined up to the left of the back door near a smaller door just as Rick had described. We got in line also and were permitted to go up and see the organ and organists. The concert had been performed by a woman from Denmark. She said playing this organ was a once in a lifetime experience.
We stayed on until Dan Roth played the organ in the 11:00 mass. My daughter was permitted to film him as he played.
What an experience. One of the highlights of our trip. And we would have missed it if not for the Rick Steves show!
Gail
Bellevue,, WA USA 08/15/2007
Great Filming!
My husband and I love your show! We watch it all of the time! We someday would like to take our two children to Europe, and we have definitely found some wonderful advice from your traveling with children episodes. My children like to watch your shows also, because they seem to learn some history with each episode. Thanks again and keep up the wonderful progamming!
Jennifer
Cincinnati , OHIO USA 08/07/2007
Go East!
I would like to see more episodes in Eastern Europe.
Scott
Baltimore, MD USA 08/02/2007
Rick Steves Europe In General
I love Rick Steves Europe all shows are great, including the Travel Skills Special,The Making Of,and the Tour Experience Dvd. Best Travel Show Ever.
Babak Pakravan
Lawrence, KS USA 07/26/2007
finding the connection from central turkey to ireland
just watched your central turkey show on local last nite episode 113C and didnt cath the melica drawing in the sand and her explanation of the cross symbol so looked it up just now and find the script in archieves telling me the meaning of the symbols she was making and this being the maltese cross. this a.m reading a book on high crosses in ireland and the late high cross at kilferora has this symbol carved in the west face.these crosses were made around 900 to 1000 just the dates of mohameds inspired religion now islam, this is interesting as some suspect some of the near eastern languages bere words cogniasant with irish gaelic. like ankara in irish would be an cara the friend malta to could be in irish to be customs like the tax mal being a exise the knights of malta -tax to be. well I enjoyed also your discription of the west of eireann and hope tocamp out there in year but so far not much info on the provincial camgrounds i know there are some but can i get there on the bus. keep broadcasting judiann
judi donnelly <email>
bloomington, in USA 06/24/2007
DVD of Ireland, Dingle
we enjoyed you show on Dingle Ireland
that was filmed in July (year?) with
wife and kids. I would like to order
the dvd of this but do not know which
one. thanks
Winston C. Lusk <email>
Helen, GA United States 06/17/2007
Friese Shop in Rothenburg
We just returned from Rothenburg and were fortunate to visit during their Meistertrunk celebration. I want to thank you, Rick, for referring your readers to the Friese Gift Shop. We mentioned your name and were very well treated...they were very reasonable and very friendly. Discounts, free shopping bag and map and a warm, pleasant shopping experience. Don't miss it when you're in Rothenburg!!
Terri Pender
Estacada, Oregon USA 06/10/2007
thank you Rick
Rick, I just wanted to thank you for all that you do. Not only do you help the American people travel and experience Europe, but you teach us to do it in a way that shows the world that the American people are not bad, but are actually open minded, friendly people. You have certainly changed my life by showing me what the world can offer.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Adam <email>
Fresno, Ca USA 05/23/2007
England 2007
Steve,
My wife and I had a great tour of London, Bath, Windsor and Stonehenge. Had your 2007 England guide book with us and it was very helpful. I was wondering if anyone who has been to London experienced constant eye irritants out there? I was constantly geting things in my eyes and was wondering if it was due to the particulates in the Diesel engines which they use out there. This was only a minor issue. Sun on the Moon Tavern was excellent as outlined in the book.
David Carlin <email>
Philadelphia, PA USA 05/14/2007
Shopping in Italy
After memorizing and walking around with Rick’s wonderful books on Florence and Rome I found myself much more educated about scams to avoid, stores to stay away from and even places that weren’t tourist traps to eat. A major recommendation that I would make to anyone going to Italy in the near future and is looking to do some shopping, specifically leather in Florence (Firenze). Here are some tips from an Italian leather dealer.
1. Don’t buy leather from the touristy areas. You get much better quality and educated about the product by going to a well established store or dealer. 2. Avoid buying from younger people (under 50 years) selling leather unless their parents or grand parents own the store. I was even at a shop were the owners were pouring beer and giving it away to entice people to buy their cheap products. Florence is full of leather, be careful true quality leather from Italy is still rescannable pricey. I highly recommend Anna Leather on the old side of Florence 6 blocks after the old bridge. I was told from Anna that true Italians don’t need to pour beer to sell their products. Also a good quality leather coat is around $400 or more Euros. There are stores that sell leather coats for $150 but don’t be surprised if the zipper gets stuck after you leave the store or the stitches are uneven. Anna’s daughter Barbara told me that a lot of the cheap leather comes from North Africa and of course is not Italian quality. Again if the quality looks cheap and is being haggled for half the original prices beware. Whenever you make a decision make sure to look for a label “Made in Italy or Italia.” No label it could be imported.
Enjoy your shopping and remember it’s OK to smell, touch and look while shopping for leather.
Eric Rod <email>
Middleboro, MA USA 05/02/2007
Filming in Europe
Hi Rick. Just saw your show on how you film in Europe! Very fascinating, and great to see how your shows take form. I'm a big fan!
Josey
Lander, WY USA 04/29/2007
Sardinia
Hello! I saw an episode once that featured travel in Sardinia. It captured my heart,especially a group of dancers who use bells on their ankles and if i remember correctly, wear black masks? I would sooooo love to find out more about them if anyone knows which episode that was and who they are? Thanks in advance
Angela <email>
Portland, OR USA 03/14/2007
HELP
HOPE SOMEONE OUT THERE CAN HELP ME.
BELIEVE THIS PAST SAT, MARCH 10TH, LATE IN THE EVENING, RICK DID A SHOW ON GUIDO MONACO THE MAN WHO INTRODUCED MUSICAL NOTATION AND THE GRAND STAFF TO MUSIC. WAS THIS RICK'S SHOW? I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE THE DVD.
HELP!
MARION
MARION <email>
TUCSON, Az USA 03/12/2007
Rick Is Only Human
I was just reading Rick's blog, and he was put down for a spelling error. Some place on the Graffiti Wall, someone pointed out some English words he said wrong on some of his TV shows.
Rick Steves is a creative man that has a million dollar business. Many of us don't have that kind of success. He has been writing best selling guide books since 1980. Sure, those are edited, but getting an editor for a blog? I love to see the human side of Rick Steves. It sure makes me feel better that he makes mistakes! LOL! I have much admiration and respect for Rick Steves like most of you here. I look forward to watching more of his shows, and reading more of his books! Keep up the great work Rick!
Salute, To good health...
Lisa <email>
Austin, TX USA 02/24/2007
San Marino
I enjoy watching your travels. ..but I
have a question. I have never seen an
episodof the Republic of San Marino.
It is on the Adriactic side of Italy.
A very pretty city I would love to
see it on your program. My father
came from there.
Andree Angeli <email>
Gulfport, Fl USA 02/17/2007
You Rock Steve!
Hi Rick, just want to say i love your show. You help me stay in touch with Europe, which i miss and love dearly. I hope your show increases in viewership and continue to broadcast for the next many years. Try to watch it whenever school is not in session. one day we'll take your many advices backpacking through Europe again. Take care.
Kim
Smyrna, Ga USA 02/13/2007
Riga Latvia
Rick, you rock my world! You are the best!
I would love to see you do a show on Latvia. My daughter in law comes from Riga, and owns a B&B. My son and his wife are there often, and it sounds like a wonderful country to visit. I yet have to go there myself!
I'm flying from Texas to take your classes in Edmonds WA on March 10! Can't wait!!!
Salute!
Lisa
Lisa <email>
Austin, TX USA 02/11/2007
Central America
Rick, awesome job I truly feel that your passion for travel is a reflection of the professionalism of your show. Have you ever considered a program about Central America. I lived in Belize for a year and I have been to every country in this part of the world. I especially love Nicaragua. This part of the world is truly inspirational, I am lured back every summer.
Dave Colson <email>
Cleveland, Ohio USA 02/10/2007
Expanding Rick's area
Dittos on Rick expanding his travels! I would love to see him "do" Asia, China, Austriala, etc. We have had just a taste of Hong Kong and Austraila on an around the world trip to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday--and we did it "Rick's Way". But Rick's spin on these areas would be wonderful.
Toni
Charlotte, NC USA 02/09/2007
Baden Sweet Baden!
Rick, I've traveled 14 times to Europe with your recommendations for accomodations. One of my all-time favorites is in the tres chic town of Baden-Baden, Germany. I stayed at the Hotel am Markt for 4-nites and had terrific room for 32 Euro, plus a beautiful buffet breakfast! And the town, WOW!, right in the midst of the Black Forest. It's a Jewel! Friendly people, beautiful walking, magnificent architecture and trees everywhere! I will be returning again. Baden, My Baden! A place that I will tuck in my heart forever!
Phil Chirco <email>
Hollywood, California, CA USA 01/29/2007
First Time in Europe
I've been all over the Asia-Pacific when I was in the military and I love travel, but your show really grasped my interest in traveling to Europe. I used the Italy 2007 guidebook and really impressed my wife by looking like an Italy pro. While she was my favorite travel companion, the guidbook came in second (nad dare I say, I found myself humming the show's theme song every now and again). Thanks to you and your crew!
Jamie Fenderson <email>
Issaquah, WA USA 01/28/2007
enjoy you show
I just finished watching you and your crew showing how you create & put together your show. I really enjoyed it.
I love watching your shows as I know I will never get to travel like you.
Maggie
KY USA 01/27/2007
Rick's show on my local PBS
Hi Rick!my name is steve,I was looking at the "airtimes across the usa",section & noticed my local station is not listed.My local PBS station is "KVPT" channel 18 from fresno,Calif.Your show comes on here monday to thursday @ 7pm, 2 & 2:30 pm on saturdays.Maybe it can be added to the list of stations.I enjoy your show very much & love getting the monthly E-mails.
Steve Glass
Lemoore , calif USA 01/20/2007
TV shows, books and special
About 8 years ago I was flipping through the channels on my TV and I came across one of your shows. I watched your show and went out and bought your Europe through the Backdoor and took it with me on my trip to Europe. I showed it to my brother who travels with us and he did not seem too impressed with it since it did not have any pictures. He had spent several hundreds of dollars on other books with fancy pictures. He started reading your book on the trip and he fell in love with it. You get down to the nitty gritty and tell us what its all about and how much things cost so it won't be such a shock when you get there. My whole family has all your videos and most of your books.
I cannot brag enough on your shows and books to tell other people how awesome they are. Keep up the awesome work. And thanks for telling it like it is.
I have traveled to Europe about 12 times and use your books everytime.
The Christmas Special was excellent, doesn't get any better than that. Thanks again for all your hard work!
Corina Masterman <email>
Danville, Il USA 01/13/2007
Vienna Hapsburgs used spitoons??
Steve, I used your Europe guidebook when I went to Vienna in 2001, and I loved your show I saw tonight brought back wonderful memories of my short trip. Now I know what I have yet to see. I've got to say that I don't think the Hapsburgs used spitoons on their table--those were individual SALT CELLARS next to the gold dinnerware. In earlier centuries, salt was a valuable commodity that preserved food and flavored it. You'll only see spitoons in American Western movies!
Betsy Maaks <email>
Naperville, IL USA 01/10/2007
Aberdeen
We did a trip to England and Scotland in September--8 relatives. Took the trains visiting York, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Inverness, York, London and more. I would like to suggest you add the Aberdeen area to your books. It's a beautiful, varied and delightful area. Thanks, used your book throughout--except for Aberdeen area.
Phyllis Brockmyer <email>
Fort Wayne, IN USA 12/27/2006
A Humble Request For The Expansion Of Rick's Travels
I'd really love to see you exploring regions beyond Europe. I'm a huge fan of your series as it stands but now that you're starting to do shows in areas you've previously covered I'd really love to see you share some experiences and history of places like Asia and Central or South America for instance.
Please consider pursuing this, I think it would be fabulous.
Huge Fan,
Josh
Josh <email>
Milwaukee, WI USA 12/23/2006
Posing in pictures
We know what you look like. I don't think is necessary for you to be standing right in the middle of the picture so much. We enjoy the travels, but we don't need to see you so often.
Dick Weale <email>
Largo, Fl USA 12/21/2006
Thanks for the connectivity
Rick, thanks to you and your staff for connecting us with our daily dose of Europe/ Everymorning on KETC St. Louis I travel with you to fun place. Thanks for the connectivity you provide us viewer. We operate tours to Europe ourselves, and your captivating episodes keep us fresh in the dream to share Europe with others. Bravo and see ya' tomorrow AM! Frank
Frank Drinkhouse <email>
Belleville, IL USA 12/17/2006
Episode 407
Rick,
My sister and I went to Tuscany last summer and were eagerly waiting your new episode on Tuscany,La Dolce Vita; unfortunately my local PBS station replaced that episode at the last minute with a pledge drive program. This was extremely upsetting because there is apparently no future airing of that episode planned. This occurred at WGBH, Boston. Perhaps if there is a contract with you to air these episodes, WGBH should be held accountable for not airing your complete series. My sister and I will no longer send pledges to WGBH for this reason.
Nancy Zimerowski <email>
Lynn, MA USA 12/17/2006
Christmas
Hi Rick
I just watched your Christmas show. You have great fun. Have a great Christmas and looking forward to another great year of your shows. I am planing on one of your tours this summer to scotland
Duncan <email>
Orlando, FL USA 12/04/2006
Rick's New Shows
Just wanted to say I just got the 11 new episodes on DVD. I've noticed subtle changes in the production values throughout Rick's shows, all for the better. Most noticible, however, is the choice of music. It keeps getting better. The new shows have music very well-integrated into the program.
Well done, Rick.
John Grabowski
Oakland , CA USA 11/19/2006
Italy
Rick, A friend and I recently returned from Italy, Florence and Amalfi. It was amazing how many people that I saw with Rick Steves' book. I caught your show on the Amalfi coast today. What great memories. Keep up the great work.
robyn
pensacola, fl USA 11/11/2006
Dear Rick and your film crew,
So thank you for the programming you've provided over the years. Watching you on the KQED pledge drive, I realized I needed to do something with my pledge to acknowledge how good your work is, and I wanted you to know that. What you had to say about PBS is pretty much the same as what I have to say about it. I wouldn't want to live without it. It's not that I don't watch commercial TV. I do watch it. But when you have a brain and a heart, when you love fine art, good cooking, travel, classical music, opera, well-produced adaptations of acclaimed works of fiction, British sitcoms and dramas, programs that explore science, museums, antiques, and a whole bunch of other things that commercial TV largely ignores, PBS is valuable. Too bad the government keeps cutting what funding it gives to PBS, but we the people can make the difference.
Todd in San Francisco
Todd
San Francisco, CA USA 11/03/2006
Rick on HD
Just saw an episode in HD. This is clearly the way all travel shows should be filmed/broadcast. The picture/clarity/colors were stunning.
Well done Rick & Crew. Well done.
Mike
chicago, il USA 10/19/2006
Travel partners with Rick
I've just set my TIVO for your 2006 shows - we've been travel partners with Rick since 1997 and have just returned from Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna, Hallstatt, Vienna & Munich. In each location, you took us to the best hotels, sights & even laundries - and it's great to see a taste of it all either before or after our trips on your shows. Can't wait to see the new shows!
Jean Brost <email>
Pilot Point, TX USA 10/07/2006
INSPIRED
After watching your show for several years, my cousin and I have taken 3 trips to Europe using your guide books
& staying at B&B's & hotels you recommended. Our trips have been fabulous. Thanks Rick!
Gail Murray
Bartow, FL USA 10/06/2006
miss you
rick i wish you were still on our pbs akron/canton ohio, i miss your show but buy the videos
lynne underwood-schaum <email>
bristolville, ohio USA 09/24/2006
KCTS Connects
Rick - Re: KCTS Connects last night. THANK YOU for sharing your views on terrorism and the place of the US in the world. I am certain you are right and am saddened that none of our leaders have whatever-it-takes to voice these opinions.
Coral Shaffer <email>
Seattle, WA USA 09/08/2006
War on terror
Rick I totally agree with your comments about the terror situation. When can we get a copy?
norman reed <email>
Kent , Wa USA 09/08/2006
Swedish tours
I am a second generation Swede, from the Malmo/Ystad area of Southern Sweden. Would love to see film/tour of this area to see where Grandfather grew up.
Jo Ostergren Yates <email>
Mechanicsville, VA USA 08/16/2006
I am a single father raising two boys.The closest I will get to Europe is through Rick's shows. I love them!!
Kelly Coday
Coweta, okla USA 08/10/2006
Edinburgh Preview Clip Music
I am a HS Music teacher in Houston, Texas. The background music being played during the Edinburgh preview video online is really cool. Especially the background music during the Scottish Parliament clips. Can someone share the title of the pieces?
Bart Roberts <email>
Houston, TX USA 08/10/2006
TV background musci
I enjoy yourTV Travels but would enjoy them more if the background music was softer & not interfere with your narrations. Thank you so much!
Wayne
Wayne Skeem
Twin Falls, ID USA 07/15/2006
No Rick in NW Alabama
Hoping you will eventually be seen in our area. I have several of your DVDs and have used your guidebooks for quite some time. Would like to know if at some point in the future your programs will be a part of our public television programming.
Sue Bevis
Florence, AL USA 04/29/2006
TV Show on Greece
I was so happy to see a show on Greece on my PBS station a couple of weeks ago. It was a long time coming but very enjoyable and showed the true flavour of a holiday in Greece. Bravo!! Do some more and branch out into some of the lesser known islands - they're all beautiful!!
Catherine
Canada 04/18/2006
Rick in New Orleans
I'm not exactly sure who to ask about this, so I'm just trying this out. I live in New Orleans, and after Katrina my PBS station (who used to show Rick's shows) has gone off the air. I haven't seen a show at all since his Christmas special! Where can I go to see Rick's new episodes???
Kevin Zansler <email>
Metairie, Louisiana USA 04/11/2006
Thanks Rick
Bring back the first shows on DVD. I fell in love with Europe watching these and would love to see them again. Rick I appreciate everything you do, THANKS!
Neil
Lexington, KY USA 04/09/2006
First Year Series
Bring back the first series ('91) to DVD!!! I was stationed at Hahn Air Base in the late '80s and used the Bullay (ad der Mosel) train station to start many of my European adventures. I just happended to turn to PBS one day and caught Rick's show and he was getting on the train at Bullay. I immediately yelled "Hey, that's my train station!" I have been a fan ever since and have even met Rick at a lecture once. I would love to have that first year series on DVD.
Kevin <email>
Pearland, TX USA 03/25/2006
Rick's PBS Interview
We have taken three of Rick's tours of Europe. One on our own and two guided. No matter which way you go, you are in for a trip of a lifetime using Rick or his books.
Last evening I saw the PBS interview with Rick. What an artculate and smart man. I usually don't get into these discussion much myself about politics, laws, and how Europeans view our country, but I could not change the channel until the interview was complete. Rick's views on the planet in general and the USA in particular and his insights to our European friends were not only interesting but to me were right on track.
I have met him before and he was always outgoing and kind. Now I have learned much more about him as a person and learned scholar and I appreciate him and what he is doing for the world even more.
Mike Baechler <email>
Gig Harbor, WA USA 03/24/2006
Rick is the Best
We recently had Rick live in our studios and local appearances in the community as well. He is a 1000% HIT. We love Rick...and our viewers and members trust his advice to be well thought out and right on!
Patty Starkey KSPS-TV
Spokane, WA USA 02/21/2006
Tours for Handicapped
Many thanks to Rick for many enjoyable minutes on PBSTV. Have you considered setting up tours for the handicapped people who watch your most interesting programs? I would love to go with your planning and your staff.
Maggie Colbert <email>
Fullerton, CA USA 02/16/2006
Travel DVD
Wanted to say how great Rick's Italy DVD is compared to other DVD's we've watched in preparation for our upcoming trip to Rome and Venice. Not only did it give us a broad overview with historical information, but it held our boys'(aged 6 and 7) interest as well.
A. Hayashi
Fresno, CA USA 02/06/2006
Rick's Older Shows
I would greatly like to see Rick's other older shows on DVD (especially the 1993 season), not just the 16 from the 1995 and 1997 seasons that are currently offered. Barcelona, for example, is not covered by any of the new episodes. I know that the 1991 season (the first one) was a bit awkward, but all of Rick's shows, past to present, are worth having.
Nick <email>
Dayton, OH USA 01/28/2006
Rick on Public TV
Dear "Doesn't know English, either!":
Don't hate on Rick because he travels so much that he hears thirty different pronounciations of the same word. Even throughout the US, people pronounce words differently by region. These pronounciations may not be "correct" by Webster's standards, but everyone knows what the person is saying. Grab some understanding before your next trip and try not to allow your high standards of speech affect your openness to various ways that people engage in communication. I do not think that Rick Steves does his television shows to showcase his speaking abilities, I think he does them to communicate how enriching it can be to diversify your life. Think big picture.
Anna
Kensington, Maryland USA 01/25/2006
Christmas program
Wonderful Christmas show! I watched the Christmas show each time it was on the two PBS stations in Utah. Even taped it and have watched it often after the holidays and will probably watch the show throughout the year. Great ending in Italy and Alps.
craig wilson
Salt Lake City, Utah USA 01/17/2006
Doesn't know English, either!
Has anyone noticed how often Rick Steves mispronounces words. In his recently aired show on Rome he (twice) refers to o-BLISKS. To the rest of us, and to any dictionary, they are obelisks, Egyptian and otherwise. And then there was that famous French king, Francois (correctly pronounced) Premier (as in movie) Or, when he refered to what is a very nice place, the "ILL de la cite." Sounds like a hick in need of someone willing to correct him.
USA 01/16/2006
Christmas show
The Christmas show is destined to be a favorite classic! The photography, the editing, the musical choices, the introduction with the Fra Angelicos and narration..all first rate. The emphasis on tradition and family and not on consumerism, i.e., out-spending each other, is a welcome breath of fresh air. Congratulations on a job well done.
Kathybeh
columbus, OH USA 12/28/2005
Christmas Show
I just watched Rick's Christmas show. Really, really good. I can't imagine how it could be better. The families skiing down the mountain after getting their tree was my favorite scene. What magic!
Swan
USA 12/18/2005
Thanks for the show...
As I write this, I am enjoying your show. This episode is the one in England. I just want you to know that I live in a small community here in North Iowa, and would love the experience of trveling to Europe. Thanks for the show and hopes and dreams of traveling. Bob Prindle in Iowa
Bob Prindle <email>
Joice, Iowa USA 12/11/2005
Dear Mr. Steves,
Yesterday I saw your foray into Alsace on PBS. Those two blaring the Marseillaise give a false impression as does the parroting of French. Did you not wonder why a country that was 98% German-speaking should be suddenly French-speaking ? Alsace Lorraine had its own democratically elected government with wide ranging jurisdiction (wider than a Canadian province!) in its own language before 1918. Did you not wonder why it has now to submit to the Paris dictatorship and an alien language? Not a stone of those buildings you showed speaks French, a language that came into the land at the point of bayonettes. Children who spoke their dialect in and around school where abused up to torture as punishment. That is the French reality in Alsace Lorraine. Yours
U.Hertel
U.Hertel
Clarenceville QC, Canada 11/16/2005
Rick was on in Orlando
As I started this thing, I need to say that I got to see Rick this past weekend on cable - channel 7 from Orlando. Two shows. 1:30 and 2:30. Wish they would schedule him earlier in the day due to all that busy Saturday stuff! The travel shows used to be Saturday mornings but now they seem to be later and later. But I am happy that I got to see Rick.
CA
DeLand, FL USA 11/15/2005
Rick in Central Florida
Hello fellow Central Floridians!
I have been trying to find Rick on tv as well! But unfortunately have had no luck. Somene told me it was on Saturday mornings, but alas I have yet to find it.
Candace Vocelka
Longwood, FL USA 10/26/2005
Rick on Wisconsin PBS
When I lived in Green Bay, Wisconsin I loved watching Rick's show on Saturdays. I have been to Europe 11 times and counting and have actually used many of Rick's tips like choosing certain restaurants and hotels in the Paris Rue Cler district. Now that I live in New Jersey I find it hard to find Rick on TV this subject has given me some good info.
Ren <email>
Bridgewater, NJ USA 10/24/2005
Re: Miss Rick
I too live in central Florida and watch Rick Steves every week on PBS -WUSF. Check with your cable company. I can actually catch the show twice a week if I so desire, as it is on Monday nights and Saturday afternoons. I enjoy seeing places I have been and get a kick out Mr. Steve's sense of humor! Thanks!
Patt
Winter Haven, FL USA 10/19/2005
UKRAINE
i would like very much to have you show your program using the UKRAINE. as it really is very affordable and full of wonderful sites that many persons do not see. such as the grand train from kiev to lviv in the west over night and a great hotel the grand hotel right in downtown. and even the bus ride from kiev to dnepetrovzhinzk in the east. the hotel montana right on the dniper river with a great view for 40-80 USD$/night with breakfast and they take credit cards. from there you can drive to the OREL RIVER and swim in the summertime in warm water with currents and sandy bottom river. plenty to see and do in kiev too. as i rent an apartment there in city center 40-65 USD$ / night. and the dniper river cruise 1-3 hours. and many places to eat AT . VERY AFFORDABLE.. perhaps see you with this on TV SOON.
i will be returning this mid nov 2005. to experience the winter there. it will be very interesting to see....do svidanija
mike federman <email>
NYC, NY USA 10/11/2005
I miss Rick!
I live in central Florida. TV comes from Orlando. Right now there is no Rick on TV! No listings at all. I always enjoyed his shows in the past. Even reruns. My husband and I travel and we have used Rick's books and advice. And this website is invaluable. I miss Rick and want him back!
CA
FL USA 10/09/2005