Eastern Europe Podcasts
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| The restoration of Charles Bridge in Prague is a pedestrian-friendly sign of Eastern Europe's new prosperity. |
Our "Travel with Rick Steves" radio podcasts give an easy sneak peek at what Eastern Europe has in store for you. And since many of Rick's guest experts are tour guides, you may get a sneak peek at someone you'll be traveling with, too!
Eastern Europe Then and Now
Now that most of Eastern Europe is part of the EU, the region is enjoying an extreme make-over. Looking at Eastern Europe then and now, Rick's friends who grew up "behind the Iron Curtain" tell us how these changes have impacted their daily lives, and what the region offers American tourists today. (Original airdate 6/6/07)
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Prague
Prague has become one of Europe's most popular destinations. Two of Rick's Prague-based tour guides offer tips on avoiding crowds and uncovering the city's old world charm — and bargains. They'll also recommend day trips into the Bohemian countryside. (Original airdate 5/5/07)
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Poland
Rick learns how quickly Poland has modernized in the past ten years in a conversation with Polish tour guide Kasia Derlicka. Kasia offers ideas for travelers investigating genealogical roots and history and explains some of the soul of Poland, as reflected in the music of native-born Frederick Chopin. Also, Cameron Hewitt, co-author of Rick's Eastern Europe guidebook, found himself in Krakow on the night when word spread Pope John Paul II had died. He describes the scene and its place in modern Polish history. (Original airdate 5/14/05)
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