Today's technology gives Traveler's an edge they did not have before. With Apps we can easily make our way around and discover new destinations to explore across America's Backyard and Beyond. Now, we can also download some of the Best-Selling Travel Guides from world traveler, Rick Steves’.

iPhone and iPod Touch apps - Four of the Rick Steves' iPhone and iPod Touch apps - Historic Paris Walk & Tour, Rick Steves' Louvre Tour, Rick Steves' Orsay Museum Tour, and Rick Steves' St. Peter's Basilica Tour are now available for purchase from the Apple iTunes App Store for $4.99.

The apps were developed by Seattle-based Übermind, Inc. in partnership with Avalon Travel, publisher of Steves' best-selling European guidebooks, and Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door, which leads more than 400 tours throughout Europe annually. "Millions of people know Rick Steves from his guidebooks, and millions more are fans of his TV shows and podcasts," said Bill Newlin, publisher of Avalon Travel. "These apps bring Rick's signature travel advice on viewing Europe's major sights and museums to an entirely new level, with something for everyone."

Travel Is A Family Affair - The passion for travel is in the blood, and now Andy Steves, Rick's son has started his own tour company. "Weekend Student Adventures" will offer exactly that to American students studying abroad in Europe. "Andy is in Europe this fall setting it all up and will guide his first three-day student weekend adventures in Prague, Rome, Paris, and London this November. This month's Travel News gives you a fun peek into a young entrepreneur's vision," said Rick Steves'.

Rick also host several Travel Classes, and you can join him and his travel-savvy staff for a full-day of free travel classes in downtown Edmonds, WA on Saturday, October 30th. The fall Travel Festival features nine fascinating slideshow presentations packed with the latest European travel tips, insights and discoveries. Plus, Rick will give a crash course for smart people who fell asleep in their European art and history courses before they knew they were going to Europe.

The Smithsonian Presents: Travels with Rick Steves - Rick Steves’ shares his personal experiences and stories to create a unique magazine for travel and history enthusiasts. This special issue of Travels with Rick Steves will focus on his favorite 20 things to see and do in Europe. If you enjoy watching his travels, then you'll find the collection of cultural destinations and experiences from Rick's trips a exciting journey as well. The issue will also include service features, practical tips and advice from Steves, which is always helpful when planning your trip.

“Smithsonian magazine embraces life, culture and learning with the same passion we embrace thoughtful European travel. That’s why collaborating on a special Rick Steves’ Europe edition of the Smithsonian magazine is a project that just feels right,” said Steves. “Collecting our very favorite European destinations, experiences, and insights to be enjoyed by Smithsonian readers will be a joy.”

Learn More

As you can see, Rick has many adventures awaiting to be discovered ahead, and you can learn more about all of them, plus tips on planning your journey by visiting http://www.ricksteves.com.

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