Wow! Krakow, with its bubbly Baroque and cobbled charm, is emerging as the exciting "next Prague." …by spinning dying and weave it, weaving it in…into…you know, uh, finished textiles. After exploring Bruges, we'll ride the train to the capital: Brussels. About a thousand years ago, the city grew wealthy as the most important textile market in northern Europe. Rick Steves' Europe Swiss Alps. Then, side-tripping deep into the vast and mysterious Dartmoor National Park, he hikes to forgotten stone circles and chase wild ponies. This delicate Madonna and Child is said to have been the only Michelangelo statue to leave Italy in his lifetime. You hear it? The church stands as a memorial to the power and wealth of Bruges in its heyday. He finishes by pondering the dramatic prehistoric stone circles of Stonehenge and Avebury. Huell gets the quintessential urban experience when he visits a magical garden in Griffith Park and then lunches at a newly opened cafe amongst the lush green trees. Nearby, the Gruuthuse Museum, a 15th-century mansion of a wealthy Bruges merchant, displays period furniture, tapestries, and much more. Rick Steves' European Travel Tips & Tricks 1 Episode (2018) Rick Steves Special: The Story of Fascism in Europe 1 Episode (2018) Rick Steves Special 5 Episodes (2012-2017) Then they head into Transylvania, where they visit fortified churches, cobbled merchant towns like Sighisoara, and castles made famous by an imported German king and the real-life Dracula. Finally, in the last scene, called Old Age, the now elderly husband is tangled in a wolf trap. The scenes and their old French captions subtly spin a story of youthful lustiness that upsets stereotypes about medieval piety. From teachers to truck drivers, they explore what it really means to work in America today. The flirtatious shepherd lad cuts a slice of bread (that's foreplay in medieval symbolism) and — according to the text — saucily asks if he can "dip into the goodies in her lap." Want to venture outside the City of Lights for a day? And he celebrates a traditional family Christmas, browsing the holiday market in Nurnberg and sledding down alpine slopes by torchlight in Switzerland. One of Europe's first representative governments convened right here. Explore Belgium! Hamburg, Germany's mighty port city has risen from the ashes of World War II with a gleaming new skyline and a brisk creative energy. Brussels' Town Hall dominates the square. As a matter of pride, Brussels businessmen rebuilt their offices better than ever — all within about seven years. We'll dine on fresh seafood at the fisherman's harbor in Cefalù, ponder ancient Greek greatness in Siracusa, commune with monks alive and departed in a Capuchin crypt, sleep in an olive orchard at an agriturismo, and eat our way through a classic Sicilian banquet with a famous chef. The happy gang at this working-family brewery gives 45-minute tours in two languages (lots of steep steps but a great rooftop panorama). UPCOMING EPISODES. Joe Biden has formally nominated Merrick Garland for attorney general. La Grand Place — Europe's grandest square — is just a short walk from the train station. (30 minutes) Can't find the episode you're looking for? Though they're lost in thought, their hands instinctively link, tenderly. 99 to buy episode. We'll explore the castle, peek at the new parliament, dabble in the local literature, sip a little Scotch, get wrapped up in a kilt, and then stow away on Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia. Inside the basilica, the stark decor reeks of the medieval piety that drove those crusading European Christians on their holy war against the Muslims. Rick: Is it hot? “Power and Health” examines the underlying sociological and economic forces that determine our health and how those forces are shaped by power. Music plays, the table;s set and the meat's on the BBQ, as the bride and groom enter…reluctantly. The square's historic highlight is the Basilica of the Holy Blood. Most of this bell tower has presided over the Markt since 1300, serenading passersby with cheery carillon music. (30 minutes) At Ironbridge Gorge, he fires up memories of the Industrial Revolution. Be sure to mention the name of the episode so that others can follow along and join the conversation. We enjoy its now-trendy east side, its people-friendly riverfront, and its vibrant social scene. by Rick Steves and Gene Openshaw | May 30, 2017. See how different organizations came together in a concerted effort against Proposition 187 — from the unions to young organizers. The ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising, including making smart use of limited time on shore and the congestion and commercialism that comes with mass tourism. Together, we witness the importance of water, education, empowering women, and nutrition during a child's first thousand days. They are talking. The parliament's sprawling complex of modern glass buildings is a babel of black-suited politicians speaking 24 different Euro-languages. Today he's a Venezualian cowboy...or something. by Rick Steves and Gene Openshaw | Oct 16, 2018. Clerk: Only a little bit of salt on it, and it's perfect. Get extended access to 1600+ episodes, binge watch your favorite shows, and stream anytime - online or in the PBS app. In this program, we start in Bruges to check into a medieval hospital, savor the exquisite art of Memling, climb a bell tower to get up close and fortissimo at a carillon concert, and sample fresh frites and the world's tastiest chocolate. Next door is the town hall. The upper chapel (separate entrance, climb the stairs) is decorated Gothic. Up in heaven, in a rainbow bubble, God opens the seals of a book, unleashing awful events: fires, plagues, and wars that stretch as far as the eye can see. Get lost on the back streets, away from the shopping and the tour groups. And we see firsthand the impact of globalization and climate change. Today, rather than the sick and dying, the wards now house a handful of exquisite paintings by Hans Memling. This Halloween Season, Is Big Tech Too Powerful? Rick and his team tour Romania's vibrant capital, Bucharest, with its "Little Paris of the East" architecture and lingering reminders of a brutal communist dictator. Visitors listen to a political science lesson while viewing the chambers where the members of the Euro-parliament sit. In the right panel, Memling then takes us on a journey to the end of the world. The painting at the altar tells how the Holy Blood actually got here. Along with the joys and efficiencies of cruising, Rick considers the downsides, including the inevitable congestion and commercialism that comes with mass tourism. The family only runs the original location just north of the Markt at Eiermarkt 6. Looking for outdoor options beyond your local park or playground? A tumultuous 20th century left Berlin filled with powerful sights - from evocative memorials, to surviving bits of its communist and fascist days, to its glass-domed Reichstag. Terms of Service | Privacy, Bruges, Belgium: The Art of Flemish Fries, Bruges, Belgium: Church of Our Lady and Memling Museum, Bruges, Belgium: Drinking Beer Belgian Style, Bruges, Belgium: History and Sweet Surprises, Brussels, Belgium: Europe's Political Nerve Center. Haul out the holly and fill up the stockings. He learns how to get the most out of a cruise, and exercises his independence to make smart use of limited time on shore by planning well, avoiding lines, and eating quick-but-local meals on the go. Belgium is right up there with Germany, England, and the Czech Republic as one of the world's great beer countries. by Rick Steves and Gene Openshaw | May 30, 2017. He begins his travels in England, where the … Clerk: Yeah, sure sir. Rick island-hops through the Aegean, sampling three classic Greek getaways - Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes - and basking in their dramatic beauty. Nuns served as nurses. In the 1500s, rich men and women decided that lace collars, sleeves, and veils were fashionable. The Chocolate Line — famous for its many "gastronomique" varieties — proudly shows off its kitchen. Then passionate chefs - creators of French fries and Europe's finest chocolate-give us a taste of their art. While the people of Brussels love their fun taste treats, it's also a city of sophisticates. Share your comments on Rick Steves’ Europe TV shows with other travelers and with Rick! The town slumbered for generations. ", ©2021 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | And, in Belgium, fries are an art form, taken very seriously. Setting sail on the Mediterranean, Rick explores the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. Clerk: Yes. In Scene II, called The Dance, couples freely dance together under the apple tree of temptation and around a bagpipe — symbolic back then of hedonism. Until next time…keep on travelin'. By the 14th century, Bruges' population was 40,000 — as large as London's. Memling was the master of "Flemish Primitives." At Blenheim Palace - Winston Churchill's birthplace - Rick connects with English aristocracy. In fact, his mansion even had a private chapel with a box seat overlooking the cathedral altar. Travel with Rick on this video guide to Belgium and find out what to do on your next trip. Rick: These are forming a skin right now? And some of Brussels' top art is edible. Experiencing the best of Portugal, we start in Lisbon, a ramshackle mix of glorious old and fun-loving new. The gleaming gold knights and ladies on the church's facade remind us that this church was built by a Crusader in the 12th century to house the drops of Christ's blood, which he brought back from Jerusalem. The Fin-de-Siècle Museum covers art of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including an extensive Art Nouveau collection. With Rick Steves. The neighboring street, Rue des Bouchers, is Brussels' restaurant row. In Luxor, we explore the pharaohs' tombs and temples before sailing on a timeless felucca. We explore the Land's End of Europe-windy and historic Cape Sagres before savoring pristine beaches and arm-wrestling octopi in the sleepy fishing village of Salema. 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Bruges seems to have a chocolate shop on every corner — and some are more adventurous than others. We need a little Christmas! Here are a few programs and articles we recommend to help center your Thanksgiving celebration on honoring and amplifying Native stories, seeking truth about our history, and acknowledging Indigenous presence and wisdom. And the most impressive part of the city skyline these days is the glassy headquarters of the European Parliament. Then we ride the train to Brussels, where we stroll Europe's finest square, revel in Bruegels' country scenes and Magritte's surreal dreamscapes, then pay a visit to the bustling hub of European democracy. 2014 | TV Parental Guideline Rating: TV-G | CC. Derrick returns home and kneels before Bruges' bishop to give him the vial of blood. Rick Steves Belgium: Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp & Ghent. It helped the down-and-out make the transition from this world to the next. The brewery makes the only beers brewed in Bruges: Brugse Zot ("Fool from Bruges") and Straffe Hendrik. Their expressions are mirror images of each other — serene but a bit melancholy, with downcast eyes, as though pondering what lies ahead for the young child. Flemish artists like Pieter Bruegel the Elder were masters of everyday detail. Rick: Mmm… The Old Masters Museum — featuring Flemish and Belgian art of the 14th–18th centuries — is packed with a dazzling collection of masterpieces by Van der Weyden, Bruegel, Bosch, and Rubens. January 14, 2021 – PBS NewsHour Full Episode. Huell visits the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County to explore its famous animal dioramas. Belgians are Europe's beer connoisseurs, and this handy tour is a great way to pay your respects. And today it's reemerging as a trade capital of Europe. Locals and tourists alike flock to The Chocolate Line to taste the gastronomique varieties concocted by Dominique Person — the mad scientist of chocolate. Into the scene ride a man and woman — it's the carpenter Joseph leading pregnant Mary, looking for a room. Nathalie Dumon runs the store with Madame Dumon still dropping by to help make their top-notch chocolate daily and sell it fresh. Where else can you bike along a canal, savor heavenly chocolate, and see a Michelangelo, all within earshot of a bell tower with a hyperactive carillon? Belgium is a land of contrasts. Then we kick back on a riverboat cruise, enjoying iconic views of palm trees, minarets, and rustic villages. This special episode is a sonnet to travel - an introspective love story, set in Europe, that vividly celebrates the rewards of exploring our world and the joy that awaits those who travel. As the middleman in sea trade between northern and southern Europe, it was an economic powerhouse. A short cruise shows off the town's old wealth. They were popular with the wealthy — colorful, great for warming up big drafty interiors, and a fun opportunity for a rich guy to tell a story. This region was renowned for fine tapestries. And it hides some sweet surprises…. Get ready for the open house tour of a lifetime as Rick Steves guides us through this French region's most evocative castles and palaces. Get swept away by the city built on water. Located in the former hospital wards and church of St. John's Hospital (Sint Janshospitaal), the Memling Museum offers a glimpse into medieval medicine, displaying surgical instruments, documents, and visual aids as you work your way to the museum's climax: several much-loved paintings by the greatest of the Flemish Primitives, Hans Memling. Is it just hedonism...or something more powerful? The French speaking half of the country — and English speakers — call it "Bruges." The quintessence of charming England is the "West Country": quaint Cotswold villages with their fine churches, manor homes, and gastropubs; Wells, England's smallest cathedral town; and the New Age capital of Glastonbury, with its legends of the Holy Grail and King Arthur. Naples is Italy in the extreme. A nearby museum displays hundreds of his outfits. Paperback $14.68 ... IMDb Movies, TV & Celebrities: IMDbPro Get Info Entertainment Professionals Need: Kindle Direct Publishing Indie Digital Publishing Made Easy We'll prowl backstreet fish markets, dodge fast-moving Vespas, and dine on pizza where it was invented. Prime Video From $1.99 $ 1. And he shows how a cruise ship can be an efficient way to link up great island stopovers. Portugal has an oversized history, fascinating culture, and boatloads of sardines. When there're so many types to try, and an inviting tasting room with friendly people, it's time to drink beer like a Belgian. And he enjoys an intimate taste of contemporary culture: the yellow brick road of Sofia; the gregarious craftspeople of the medieval capital, Veliko Tarnovo; and the thriving pedestrian zones of cosmopolitan Plovdiv. Farmers in the countryside would ship their wool and flax into Bruges. It was a 19th-century term for the nostalgic, pure, and spiritual art of these highly skilled 15th-century oil painters. Nearby, another woman brazenly strips off her socks to dangle her feet in water. This tour of Sicilian highlights starts in Palermo, where Rick sings with the merchants in the markets, joins locals in their passeggiata, drops in on a contessa, and marvels at the Romanesque cathedral of Monreale. Clerk: We have special ones like Cuban tobacco, or saffron curry, or ginger. Then, we head for Brussels, home of Europe's most magnificent medieval square, and capital of the European Union. A fortified moat circles the city. From the powerhouse headquarters of the European Union and Europe's grandest square in big-city Brussels, to quaint back lane bike rides in small-town Bruges. Today, they look down over the square, tall, in stone, and with richly ornamented gables. This sprawling complex houses a trio of museums showing off the country's best all-around art collection. A growing number of seed programs is atempting to connect Indigenous communities back to traditional ecological knowledge, while encouraging healthy diets and sustainable farming practices for all. The bell tower has stood over Market Square since 1300. 2004 | TV Parental Guideline Rating: TV-G | CC. Although you won't see many of Magritte's most famous pieces, you will get an unusually intimate look at the life and work of one of Belgium's top artists. Rick Steves Belgium: Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp & Ghent. Salty sailors' quarters and wistful Fado singers mix with ornate architecture to recall the glory days when Vasco da Gama and Magellan made Portugal a world power. Unlike knitting, lace-making requires total concentration, as you follow intricate patterns. This school [now the Lace Center] makes sure that traditional lace making survives in Bruges. See? The kitchen — busy whipping up 80 varieties — is on display in the back. Until next time…keep on travelin'. This busy symbol of European unity is filled with a cacophony of politicians speaking the full range of European languages. An eclectic series of screenings, discussions, and Q&As with actors, directors, and producers, presented by KCET. Some mornings and summer evenings, you can sit in the courtyard or out on the square to enjoy a carillon concert (generally mid-June–mid-Sept Mon and Wed at 21:00; schedule posted on courtyard wall). Good morning ladies and gentlemen, and welcome in the brewery Straffe Hendrik. The surrealistic juxtaposition only short-circuits your brain when you try to make sense of it. Rick Steves writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio. Today hundreds of parliament members representing an entire continent are hard at work shaping Europe's future. Back then, the city's canals provided merchants smooth transportation. Here’s a guide to going off the beaten path with some of the best open-air attractions SoCal has to offer. Avoid crowds by visiting at 11:00. This time we've got buckets of mussels, the best fries in Europe — with mayonnaise, monk-made beer, crunchy waffles, and dreamy chocolate… Yep, we must be in Belgium! It recalls how the sick were treated. The caption reads, "Alas, he was once so lively, but marriage caught him, and now he's trapped in its net.". For coronavirus (COVID-19) travel information, The three Knight men resolve to split the farm into thirds for each of their own businesses, but Meryl breaks the deal. Rick: So, how many different flavors do you have? Then, it was given free-trade status and its economy took off. Prime Video $0.00 with a Prime membership. Rick: I hear it, yes. Almost lost between Germany and France in the middle of Europe, tiny Belgium is easy to overlook. Rick also visits Nurnberg, a capital for both the First Reich (the Holy Roman Empire) and the Third. However you choose to pronounce it, it comes from the Viking word for "wharf." Aimé Lombaert, who's rung these bells since 1984, arranges his own music and enjoys sharing his art. We're catching one of the frequent trains that zip from Bruges to Brussels in about an hour. The Dumons don't provide English labels because they believe it's best to describe their chocolates in person — and they do it with an evangelical fervor. Care was more for the soul than the body. The Magritte Museum contains more than 200 works by the Surrealist painter René Magritte. Clerk: This potato was peeled this morning, cut in pieces, and put in that fat. "Tending Nature" shines a light on the environmental knowledge of indigenous peoples across California by exploring how the state's Native peoples have actively shaped and tended the land for millennia. Brueghel deftly synthesizes religious scenes and slice-of-life detail in a local landscape — far from the Holy Land. Rick Steves points out four worthwhile destinations, all within an hour from the Eiffel Tower. Like pilgrims, he explores its stony center before trekking to its awe-inspiring basilica, built on the tomb of the beloved saint. 4.6 out of 5 stars 108. 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