Rick Steves' Europe S00E45 · European Easter

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Taking you on a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Switzerland, Italy, and Greece, "Rick Steves' European Easter" celebrates this 2,000-year-old story in a variety of cultures. You'll feel the emotion of this special time as the Passion of Christ unfolds during Holy Week. We'll join Andalusians carrying parade floats, Greek priests tossing showers of flower petals, and villagers blessing olive branches, plus feasting, fireworks, and more. Exploring a rich and fascinating mix of traditions

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1. 1 1. European Christmas2005-10-21Join Rick Steves for a colorful, musical celebration of Christmas across Europe. From England to Wales, France, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy, you'll see the brig
2. 13 13. A Symphonic Journey2013-01-24Usually you'll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: a Symphonic Journey. Just as travel broadens one's perspectiv
3. 16 16. Through the Back Door Special · 1h 15m
4. 19 19. Travel as a Political Act2014-04-01In another of his popular lectures, Rick explains how thoughtful travel can expand our worldview and shape our actions at home.
5. 22 22. France's Alsace2005-09-07On the loose in France's countryside, we drive up Alsace's Route du Vin for miles of vineyards, half-timbered villages, and feudal fortresses. We head to Verdun to walk the trenche
6. 33 33. Istanbul2005-09-22 · 30mIstanbul is one of the great cities on earth. Period. Few places on earth have witnessed more history than this sprawling metropolis on the Bosphorus. We'll cruise the golden horn,
7. 39 39. Rick Steves' Lectures: Iran · 21mHear about the unexpected and fascinating trip Rick Steves took to Iran in this behind-the-scenes discussion.
8. 40 40. The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today2014-09-01Join Rick as he travels through the Holy Land in this hour long special, weaving together both the Israeli and the Palestinian narratives. In Israel, we'll travel from the venerabl
9. 44 44. Iran2009-11-01As he's done with previous programs on Israel, Egypt, and Eastern Turkey, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that's rich with history...and mystery.
10. 45 45. European Easter2016-04-01Taking you on a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Switzerland, Italy, and Greece, "Rick Steves' European Easter" celebrates this 2,000-year-old story in a variety of cultures
11. 46 46. Luther and the Reformation2017-08-20Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther kicked off the Protestant Reformation, which contributed to the birth of our modern age. In this one-hour special — filmed on location in Euro
12. 50 50. European Festivals2017-10-01 · 1h 0mIn addition to all its epic history and high culture, Europe also knows how to celebrate — and it does so with amazing gusto. Joining Rick, we drop in on the Continent's top 10 fes
13. 51 51. The Story of Fascism in Europe2018-08-30In this one-hour special, Rick travels back a century to learn how fascism rose and then fell in Europe — taking millions of people with it. We'll trace fascism's history from its
14. 52 52. Cruising the Mediterranean2019-02-28 · 55mIn this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising
15. 55 55. European Travel Tips and Tricks2019-03-01Rick Steves shares the essential skills for smart European travel: itinerary planning, venturing off the beaten path, packing light, avoiding crowds (and thieves), transportation t
16. 60 60. Hunger and Hope: Lessons from Ethiopia and Guatemala2020-02-01In his new hour-long special available February 1, 2020, Rick Steves travels through Ethiopia and Guatemala to learn about extreme poverty — the more than 700 million people who st
17. 61 61. Egypt: Yesterday and Today2020-09-23 · 55mRick sails beyond Europe, exploring the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt. In the teeming metropolis of Cairo, Rick climbs to the center of a pyramid, greets the Sphinx and ma
18. 64 64. Rome: Eternally Engaging2012-09-01In this hour-long travel special, we explore the "Eternal City" of Rome, a grand and ancient metropolis rich with exquisite art, vibrant culture, and centuries of history. We trace
19. 73 73. Europe Awaits2021-06-07Travel lovers are dreaming of where they'll go post-COVID. In this special, Rick Steves visits some European favorites he'd love to see when we can travel again. Rick shares a mont
20. 74 74. Best of the Alps2021-05-12 · 55mIn his new one-hour special, join Rick Steves on an alpine adventure, with scenic train rides, breathtaking lifts, majestic glaciers, and unforgettable hikes. We conquer the Dolomi
21. 75 75. Iceland2025-02-04 · 56mThis one-hour special begins in Reykjavík, with endearing sights and thermal pools, plus a side-trip to the Golden Circle's gorges, geysers, and waterfalls. Then, after fording riv
22. 76 76. Poland2025-10-07 · 55mThis one-hour "best of Poland" special begins in Kraków, with a stunning square, historic castle, and nearby, communist-era Nowa Huta and Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp memo
23. 77 77. Experiencing Europe2025-01-06 · 55mIn this entertaining, information-packed hour, join Rick as he shares lessons from a lifetime of travel. With Europe as our classroom, we'll learn the essential skills for smart tr
24. 78 78. Best of Paris2026-04-01 · 56mIn this one-hour celebration of the “City of Light” we cruise the Seine, marvel at the stained-glass glory of Sainte-Chapelle, dance on the riverbanks, and groove to cool jazz in a
25. 85 85. Rick Steves Interview · 15mRick Steves has been the "travel guinea pig" for American Public Television since Travels in Europe with Rick Steves debuted in April of 1991. He continues his travels under a new