This is the February 2015 issue
Boarding Pass
Computer hackers targeting hotel guests. Tourists' free Wi-Fi in Japan. Caveat re photo-sharing buildings.By David TykolAppears on Page 2 |
Features
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A serendipitous stay in ShanghaiBy Larry KritcherAppears on Page 6 |
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An end-of-tour excursion brings to life the history of ancient CreteBy Sandra ElligersAppears on Page 22 |
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Recommendations for a European rental car journeyBy Steve JonesAppears on Page 43 |
Travelers' Intercom
Double-check your Pre√ numberBy Ted HaasAppears on Page 14 |
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Tips on exchanging currencyBy David SelleyAppears on Page 14 |
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Procuring Japan Rail Passes to follow the cherry blossomsBy Jane B. HoltAppears on Page 16 |
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Never mind what Mom said!By Paula PrindleAppears on Page 19 |
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Expected twin beds in cabinBy Sonia IbanezAppears on Page 26 |
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Expected single bed in cabinBy William SuterAppears on Page 27 |
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Hurricane Odile ordealBy Barbara RansfordAppears on Page 28 |
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Marnella Tours for South AmericaBy Mary K. TaylorAppears on Page 29 |
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Chiapas with Traditions MexicoBy Lilla WiseAppears on Page 30 |
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Armenia and GeorgiaBy Judy MattlinAppears on Page 31 |
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McComb’s in Northern IrelandBy Dave and Joan GwynnAppears on Page 32 |
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ToursByLocals port guidesBy Steve DrosmanAppears on Page 32 |
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‘Excellent guide’ in VeniceBy Martha LanceAppears on Page 33 |
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Villa da Schio, near VicenzaBy Kathy WilliamsAppears on Page 33 |
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Driving in New ZealandBy Irving E. DaytonAppears on Page 47 |
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Aquis® towels help dry clothesBy Elizabeth Pugh-ZaleskiAppears on Page 47 |
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Serendipitous memoriesBy Steve GochAppears on Page 48 |
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"The Water of Life"By Robert HabianAppears on Page 65 |
Calling All Readers!
What to do with a pet while you’re on a long trip (2 of 3)Appears on Page 38 |
Columns
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Eat, view, save: scenic dining in EuropeRick Steves' EuropeBy Rick Steves Appears on Page 0 |
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Historic, heroic GdanskRick Steves' EuropeBy Rick Steves Appears on Page 0 |
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Romantic Europe: Places in the heartRick Steves' EuropeBy Rick Steves Appears on Page 0 |
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Europe's smart harborfront makeoversRick Steves' EuropeBy Rick Steves Appears on Page 0 |
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What's New in Eastern Europe for 2015Rick Steves' EuropeBy Rick Steves Appears on Page 0 |
Computer hackers targeting hotel guests. Tourists' free Wi-Fi in Japan. Caveat re photo-sharing buildings.Boarding PassBy David Tykol Appears on Page 2 |
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Import duties (Third of three parts)The Discerning TravelerBy Philip Wagenaar Appears on Page 50 |
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Paris’ hidden gardenThe Garden PathBy Yvonne Michie Horn Appears on Page 52 |
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Iguaçu Falls, São Paulo and BonitoFar HorizonsBy Randy Keck Appears on Page 54 |
Travel Briefs
Funniest Thing
You can't always get what you wantBy Michele BurgessAppears on Page 48 |
Where in the World? Correct Answers
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French Park monument in Casco Viejo, Panama City, PanamaAppears on Page 77 |