Rick Steves

Join us for a special presentation by travel expert Rick Steves at the Christ Church Cathedral (Episcopal)! This event is a partnership between Brazos Bookstore and Houston Public Media.

Rick Steves--author of over 50 European travel guidebooks and host of the public television series, Rick Steves' Europe--believes that thoughtful travel expands our world view and shapes how we address the challenges confronting our nation politically. Having spent four months a year overseas for the last 30 years, Rick feels that travel helps us “challenge truths we were raised to think were self-evident and God-given.” His lectures, TV shows, and guidebooks have helped millions of Americans not only enjoy maximum travel thrills per mile, minute and euro…but become better citizens of our planet. Rick shares how the other 96 percent of humanity sees our nation and explores how his social activism has grown naturally out of his travel experiences.

Each $5 ticket admits one person and can be picked up at Brazos Bookstore or at the event. (Doors open at 5 p.m.) Signed copies of Rick Steves' travel as a political act will be available for purchase, but there will be no book signing.

Location: Christ Church Cathedral, Episcopal Street: 1117 Texas Ave City: Houston, Province: Texas Postal Code: 77002 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)

6 - 7:30 European Travel Skills—Includes Slideshow! 8 - 9pm The Holy Land: A talk about Israel and Palestine Join us for two presentations with Rick Steves at the Bellingham High School Auditorium. Admission is $5 and tickets are available at Village Books or online at brownpapertickets.com, and are non-refundable. Your ticket admits you to one or both of the presentations. Doors open at 5:30pm. Proceeds will benefit Bellingham High School’s PTSA. European Travel Skills: Join travel expert Rick Steves, acclaimed for his bestselling guidebook series, public television series, and public radio shows, as he shares all the latest in smart European travel. Freshly back from lots of travels, he’ll explain the practical, money-saving ins and outs of independent travel. His 90-minute seminar is packed with tips on getting the most out of every mile, minute, and dollar on your next trip. The Holy Land: Social activist and travel expert Rick Steves has returned from yet another exploration into the world, this time, his focus was Israel and Palestine. With the help of vivid photographs, he’ll share the beauty of this conflict-ravaged area, and offer a glimpse at the challenges facing its ordinary citizens today, including disputed settlements, the security wall, and refugee camps. Get an inside look at his latest one-hour public television special Holy Land and see the vibrant skyline of Tel Aviv, the iconic fortress of Masada, and the strategic Golan Heights. The next best thing to traveling there yourself is hearing, and seeing, Steves’ report on his travels to the Holy Land.

Location: Street: Cornwall Avenue Additional: Bellingham High School City: Bellingham, Province: Washington Postal Code: 98225 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)

Join travel expert Rick Steves--acclaimed for his bestselling guidebook series, and public TV and radio shows--as he shares the latest in smart European travel. Steves explains the practical, money-saving ins and outs of independent travel. Hear his tips on getting the most out of every mile, minute, and euro on your next trip.

For 30 years, Rick and his guides have been researching the best destinations--emphasizing authentic experience and value for your money. Rick won the 2010 Lowell Thomas Travel Book Award (by the Society of American Travel Writers) for his book Travel as a political act. He packs the house every year, so grab your tickets now and prepare to have a great time!

Held at Bellingham High School, tickets are $5.00 and are available at Village Books and online at www.brownpapertickets.com. Doors open at 6:30pm. Proceeds will benefit Bellingham High School's PTSA.

Location: Street: 2020 Cornwall Ave. Additional: Bellingham High School Theater City: Bellingham, Province: Washington Postal Code: 98225-7015 Country: United States (afegit de IndieBound)… (més)

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RICK STEVES' FRANCE, etc.Always a hit with travel enthusiasts, co-author and renowned travel researcher for the Europe Through the Back Door series Steve Smith gives a talk and slide show about French culture for travelers, titled "France 101: A Primer for Travelers Going to France." Smith, whose mission is to make European travel accessible and meaningful, and who spends 100 days every year exploring Europe, always brims with insights and tips. Folding chairs become armchairs for an evening of travel magic. (booksense)… (més)

Rick Steves

RICK STEVES' PARIS 2009Continuing one of our favorite traditions here at the store, co-author and renowned travel researcher for Europe Through the Back Door series Gene Openshaw gives a talk and slide show about enjoying Paris on a moderate budget, previewing the 2009 edition of his Paris guidebook. Gene talks about Paris -- the City of Light -- which has been a beacon of civilization for 2,000 years, the city's many cultural sights, its neighborhoods, and how to see it on a moderate budget. Gene has co-authored eight Rick Steves books, including Europe 101: History and Art for the Traveler. His passion for Europe is well known by those who have used his books or attended his lectures.

Openshaw is a writer, composer, tour guide, and lecturer on art and history. His infamous travels through Europe with Rick Steves are documented in Rick's memoir Postcards from Europe. Gene went on to write several books with Rick, and contributes to the PBS television series "Rick Steves' Europe." Specializing in writing walking tours of Europe's cultural sights, he has co-authored guidebooks on Paris, London, Amsterdam, Venice, Florence, and Rome. (booksense)… (més)