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Germany: The Rhine and Mosel, the Romantic Road (Travel the World) [VHS]

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Rick Steves does an excellent job of capturing what it feels like to travel through Germany, with plenty of hands-on details that I wish I'd learned before my first trip. (For example, he shows you how the train system works, which ameliorates the intimidation factor.)

We winced, however, every time he pronounced something in German. Trier's pronounced Treeeeer, Steve, not Try-er. It's okay with me if he's a monoglot (so am I), but if you're educating folks about a country, at least get the names right.

Don't let that quibble distract you from the value of this video. I learned quite a bit about both the Mosel/Rhine area and Rothenberg, and I'd spent a few days there (saddled down with guidebooks) on my last trip.

This video not only shows some very impressive sights in Germany on the Rhine and Mosel but also gives recommendations on the best things to see and the history behind them. It talks about travel by train, the train stations, boat travel, and tourist offices. It also suggests ways to find quality inexpensive lodging. I thoroughly enjoyed this video.

Great preview for our trip. Really gave me an idea of what I want to see most. Rick has great books and videos. Love his website too.
Beautiful scenery. Can't wait to go!