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Lisbon and the Algarve (#312)

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Experiencing the best of Portugal, we start in Lisbon, a ramshackle mix of glorious old and fun-loving new. 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. Then we head for the south coast of your travel dreams-the Algarve. 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.

Program Description: Rick Steves' Europe offers a fresh perspective on the best travel advice, including where to stay, what to see and how to get around in Europe. Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of European history, art and culture. His years as America's most popular European guidebook author blends with his relaxed but informative style to make this one of public television's most popular series.

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The Best of West Ireland: Dingle, Galway, and the Aran Islands (#210)

Explore the rugged Aran Islands, a castle at a medieval folk banquet and the Dingle Peninsula.
- Sat, July 19, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
Salzburg and Surroundings (#410)

The birthplace of Mozart is a Baroque jewel of a town and the springboard for lots of alpine fun.
- Sat, July 19, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Tue, August 19, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 19, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 22, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, August 23, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Berlin: Resilient, Reunited, and Reborn (#211)

Climb the Reichstag's glass dome, sway at a modern-day cabaret visit the thriving eastern sector.
- Sun, July 20, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, July 20, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
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- Mon, July 21, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
Germany's Romantic Rhine and Rothenburg (#212)

Dodge riverboat traffic, climb castles, descend into dungeons and see the walled town of Rothenburg.
- Mon, July 21, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, July 21, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, July 22, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
Rick Steves' Europe: The Making Of (#411)

Follow the show's creative process as the crew scampers through Milan and around Lake Como.
- Mon, July 21, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, July 22, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Wed, August 20, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 20, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 25, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, August 26, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Munich and the Foothills of the Alps (#213)

Visit boisterous markets, Baroque palaces, Bavarian villages and hike up to a desolate castle.
- Tue, July 22, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, July 22, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, July 23, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
The Majesty of Madrid (#301)

A tour of the lavish Royal Palace, art-packed museums and mesmerizing flamenco dancers.
- Tue, July 22, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, July 23, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Thu, July 24, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, July 24, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, July 25, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 26, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, August 27, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Switzerland's Jungfrau Region: Best of the Alps (#214)

Visit a traditional village, hike, bike, parasail and find waterfalls deep inside a mountain.
- Wed, July 23, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, July 23, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, July 24, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sat, August 16, 6:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sat, August 16, 12:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca (#302)

Ramble Spain's most awe-inspiring medieval walls and drop in on a local bachelorette party..
- Wed, July 23, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Thu, July 24, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Fri, July 25, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, July 25, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Sat, July 26, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 27, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Thu, August 28, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life (#303)

Ponder sacrifice on the D-Day beaches and visit a composer's eccentric world and Monet's lily ponds.
- Thu, July 24, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Fri, July 25, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Sun, July 27, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, July 27, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, July 27, 8:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, July 28, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, August 28, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Fri, August 29, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Belfast and the Best of Northern Ireland (#304)

Enjoy some Irish whiskey and music after getting a peak at the politically charged neighborhoods.
- Fri, July 25, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, July 26, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Mon, July 28, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, July 28, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, July 29, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 29, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, August 30, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Siena and Assisi: Italy's Grand Hill Towns (#204)

Tour an innovative medieval hospital and a lavish cathedral, and follow the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi.
- Sat, July 26, 7:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sat, July 26, 1:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Sat, July 26, 7:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, July 27, 1:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
London: Mod and Trad (#305)

Explore the Millennium Bridge, the British Museum's Great Court and the South Band of the Thames.
- Mon, July 28, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, July 29, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Tue, July 29, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, July 29, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, July 30, 2:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Creme Brulee (#306)

Scale the Eiffel Tower, marvel at the Orsay Gallery and trace the steps of Marie Antoinette.
- Tue, July 29, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, July 30, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Wed, July 30, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, July 30, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
Belgium: Bruges and Brussels (#307)

Visit the European Union, a medieval hospital, a carillon concert and Europe's grandest square.
- Wed, July 30, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Thu, July 31, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Thu, July 31, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, July 31, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine (#308)

Climb Roman ruins, explore a papal palace, savor vivid views and cross acres of wispy vineyards.
- Thu, July 31, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Fri, August 1, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Fri, August 1, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
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French Riviera: Uniquely Chic (#309)

Monaco's harbor, Nice's promenade des Anglais and the hangouts of Chagall, Matisse and Picasso.
- Fri, August 1, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, August 2, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
- Sun, August 3, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
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Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw (#310)

Visit Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw and see why the old "east" is becoming the new heart of Europe.
- Mon, August 4, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 4, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 4, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, August 5, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Budapest: The Best of Hungary (#311)

Explore the shopping boulevards and coffee houses of this busy, noble city straddling the Danube.
- Tue, August 5, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 5, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 5, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, August 6, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Lisbon and the Algarve (#312)

Experience the best of Portugal, including Fado singers, ornate architecture and pristine beaches.
- Wed, August 6, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 6, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 6, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
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- Thu, August 7, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
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England's Bath & York (#401)

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- Fri, August 8, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 8, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 8, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, August 9, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
South England; Dover to Lands' End (#103)

Ponder Roman, Norman & Nazi invasions. Explore Admiral Nelson's flagship & an ancient stone circle.
- Sat, August 9, 6:30 AM on IPTV Create/World
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Climb a mountain aboard a steam train and take a pop pilgrimage to the Beatles' Liverpool.
- Sun, August 10, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, August 10, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 11, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, August 12, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Edinburgh (#403)

Explore a castle, peek at the new parliament, dabble in the local literature & sip a little Scotch.
- Mon, August 11, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 11, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 12, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, August 13, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Naples and Pompeii (#404)

Prowl backstreet fish markets, climb Mount Vesuvius & wander through the amazing ruins of Pompeii.
- Tue, August 12, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 12, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 13, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Thu, August 14, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Italy's Amalfi Coast (#405)

Experience the resort of Positano, the charms of Sorrento & the ancient Greek temples at Paestum.
- Wed, August 13, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 13, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, August 14, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Fri, August 15, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Milan and Lake Como (#406)

Visit the city's grandest cemetery and greatest opera house and explore where Italy meets the Alps.
- Thu, August 14, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Thu, August 14, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 15, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Sat, August 16, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Tuscany's Dolce Vita (#407)

Hunt for truffles & ride a classic convertible through the cypress groves of Mona Lisa's back yard.
- Fri, August 15, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Fri, August 15, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 18, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Tue, August 19, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Italy's Great Hill Towns (#408)

Explore San Gimignano's medieval towers, Cortona's charming lanes and Orvieto's papal intrigue.
- Sun, August 17, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Sun, August 17, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Tue, August 19, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Wed, August 20, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD
Vienna (#409)

Visit the palace of Maria Theresa and picnic on the Danube in Europe's classiest capital.
- Mon, August 18, 8:00 AM on IPTV Create/World
- Mon, August 18, 2:00 PM on IPTV Create/World
- Wed, August 20, 3:00 PM on IPTV HD
- Thu, August 21, 3:00 AM on IPTV HD

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