Rick Steves Europe Through the Back Door 2015: The Travel Skills Handbook

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you <i>really</i> need to know when traveling through Europe, including how to:<br><br>Plan your itinerary and maximize your time<br>Pack light - and right<br>Find good-value hotels and restaurants<br>Travel smoothly by train, bus, car, and plane<br>Avoid crowds and tourist scams<br>Hurdle the language barrier<br>Understand cultural differences and connect with localsSave money while enjoying the trip of a lifetime<br><br>After 30 years of exploring Europe, Rick considers this travel skills handbook his life's work. He shares his favorite off-the-beaten-path towns, trails, and natural wonders. With this guidebook, you'll experience the culture like a local, spend less money, and have more fun.