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DVD : Rick Steves' Europe, 2000-2007: All 70 Shows |
- Rick Steves' Europe, 2000-2007: All 70 Shows - Its a HIT!I enjoy watching travel shows on interesting places around the world. So when I saw this set of DVDs of Rick Steves' Europe travel shows, I decide to buy it. I have now watched all of the shows and I have greatly enjoyed each show. Mr. Steves has a down-to-earth, easy going way of telling you the highlights of each area he visits. He is also very good at letting you know the really neat off the beat and path places near large cities where you can take in the beauty of the area and often save money at the same time.
I think Mr. Steves is an excellent host for these travel shows. He definitely seems to enjoy his work and he has done his home work before he produces each show. These facts quickly show up as you watch and listen to him guide you through the travel scenery presented on each DVD. I found the DVDs to be of high quality and I have had no trouble in play back. I viewed these DVDs on a 50 inch Sharp High Definition TV, and the color and quality of the scenery for most all of the DVDs from this set are spectacular. The set is nicely boxed and includes all 70 of Mr. Steves' Europe" TV shows, which include shows on Italy, the Alps, Scandinavia,Greece, Turkey, Israel and Egypt.
If you enjoy watching travel shows that are very well done, cover a wide variety of interesting sights and topics, and that have a travel guide who seems to really know his stuff and enjoy his work, then I highly recommend this set to you. I have enjoyed watching all of the DVDs and have watched many of them a second, and even a third time.
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- Worth the priceSteve Ricks gives great advice to well groomed travelers. meaning, if you like cruise ships and whirl wind group tours, and grand hyatt hotels this may seem a little too adventorous. But if you consider a visit abroad is more than a history lesson, it is best to stay local, on your own at your own pace, affordable , steve gives excellent advice on where to stay, how to get around (mostly rail) and things you need to see to realy experience the land. If you plan on visting several of eurpoes countries, it's worth buying the complete set. And any you don't need, sell on ebay.If you haven't watch steve, look on PBS stations or rent one from the libray prior to this investment. But it is WELL WORTH getting the complete set
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- Excellent DVD by Rick Steves on Europe (70 shows)We found Rick Steves' DVD on Europe (70 shows) to be a superb production. We've travelled quite a bit in Europe and are planning other trips yet find there's still more to learn and enjoy with his programs. He manages to give so much interesting information - on the history, art, music, food, and best places to stay - within a 30 minute show. And the photography and overall production quality is fantastic! Three cheers for Rick Steves and his team and for PBS for for introducing us to to him. The great thing about owning this DVD is that we can "travel" and re-enjoy so many wonderful places at the time of our choosing and without any jet lag! We highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys travelling and learning.
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- A must for travelersMy family always loved the Rick Steves shows on PBS, but were always left wanting more. I ordered this collection, and we love it. We watch it almost every evening. Packed full of beautiful scenery, great travel tips, and little known towns and places to stay in Europe. It helps your travel dreams come alive. Also included are some bonus dvds with extra travel tips and behind the scenes. I always thought a trip to Europe was a someday thing that I would get to after the kids were grown, now after watching this, I am hoping to get there within the next 5 years. Rick Steves covers it all, from the must sees, like Venice or the Louvre, to those out of the way the average American traveler will miss without his tips. A great great collection!
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- Before you leave for that trip....You owe it to yourself to purchase Rick Steve's collection of his wonderful series which ran for seven years on PBS. Steves not only takes you to the most popular destinations, but shares those locales that are off the beaten path but so rewarding; for example, Cinque Terre, Italy's "hidden" riviera as well as some popular Eastern European cities like Prague, Krakow, Budapest, Solvenia, Croatia, and even grim Bulgaria--one of former Communist stalwarts behind the Iron Curtain.
What makes Steves program valuable is not just the stunning visuals of these European capitals (best seen on a plasma screen), but the helpful travel tips he inserts in virtually every program. Dealing with foreign currency, what not to say or do in a bed & breakfast, how to really mix with the locals, how to pack intelligently, and even eat--and eat well I might add--on a budget are just a few of the tips Steves shares with his audience. Also there is plenty of information for younger travellers or economically-minded college students who may opt for the hostel instead of a hotel. Even tips for women travelling alone. Good advice, all around and virtually nothing is overlooked.
These shows are nicely presented in a box set divided by region to make it easy to find the disc you want; moreover, the remastering and the production values for these programs are very good. Like any good businessman would, a "bonus disc" includes a bit of self-promotion for "Rick Steves' Tours" that now caters to over 10,000 travellers annually.
Not only that, Steves' also sells a line of travelling supplies and equipment--from day bags to toiletry dispensers. Nevertheless, if you know your local international airport terminal as well as your own kitchen, or just prefer being an "armchair guest" of Steves' travels, everyone will find something to enjoy in this nicely packaged set.
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