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From the neon night life of Paris to cozy village churches in Tuscany, SMART TRAVELS — EUROPE WITH RUDY MAXA delivers the best of what Europe has to offer. Each half-hour episode features hassle-free ways of traveling to great destinations. Maxa highlights the changes in Europe's millennial spirit and visits treasured, historic sites as he ventures to a local hot spot or enjoys trendy cuisine.

Rudy visits ancient Teotihuacán, the metropolis of Mexico City, and the Mexican Riviera.
Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor in Oahu; and Waimea Canyon and Allerton Gardens in Kauai.
The energetic, ever-changing Hong Kong.
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Rudy explores the rich history and culture of “The Most Mexican of Cities.”
Rudy visits ancient Teotihuacán, the metropolis of Mexico City, and the Mexican Riviera.
Shanghai dazzles with fantastic skyscrapers, non-stop shopping and delicious dining.
The South Island of New Zealand weaves Kiwi culture with scenic splendor.
The energetic, ever-changing Hong Kong.
With natural beauty and abundant plant and animal life, New Zealand is a traveler’s dream.
Home to beaches and The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland is an outdoor adventure.
Stunning metropolis Sydney boasts a glorious harbor, carefree attitude and sunny beaches.
The cultures of the Pacific converge on the breathtaking islands of Hawaii.
An urban center surrounded by nature, Seattle mixes city life with the great outdoors.
Canada’s door to the Pacific Rim is a vibrant mix of European heritage and Asian cultures.
Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor in Oahu; and Waimea Canyon and Allerton Gardens in Kauai.
The port city of San Francisco revels in art, diversity and food.
Rudy viisits the Georgian city of Bath and follow tales of Camelot into South Wales.
Rudy shows how to make the most of one-day visits to Copenhagen, Berlin, Munich and Rome.
Rudy shares his personal picks for travelers seeking fun adventures in Europe.
Rudy explores Europe’s best-kept secret, the Croatian coast of Dalmatia.
Rudy discovers surprising and fresh takes on Europe on a music lover’s tour.
Rudy feasts on Barcelona's tapas bars, surrealist art and Modernist structures.
Rudy takes in the castles and peaks of the region.
Rudy enjoys Switzerland's bright Christmas markets and toasty ski lodges.
Rudy savors the sights, sounds and tastes of the Swiss Alps.
Madrid welcomes Rudy with its grand plazas, art treasures and pulsating nightlife.
Rudy travels the famous Appian Way to explore the environs of Rome.
Friendly and feisty, Scotland makes Rudy feel right at home.
Rudy enjoys the fine wines and food of France's Bordeaux and Dordogne regions.
Rudy revisits favorite medieval spots in in Ireland, Austria, Germany and France.
Rudy explores Northern France's dramatic, historic coast to its rural pastures.
Rudy explores four of Europe's great cities: London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels.
The Champagne region features fine wine, gourmet cuisine, quaint towns and gothic spires.
The grand panoramas of Norway prove irresistible to adventurers--and Rudy.
Rudy ventures to the exotic Eastern European cities of Prague and Budapest.
Rudy explores charming cities, countryside villas, precious art, Alpine peaks and meadows.
Rudy eats his way across Northern Italy while taking in the art and culture.
Sweden wins over Rudy with its luxuriant landscapes and sleek Scandinavian style.
Rudy takes on Ireland's ruggedly beautiful west coast--from Galway to Dingle.
Rudy explores Dublin's urban core and beyond, with a side trip to Northern Ireland.
Rudy visits Germany's picturesque countryside of medieval villages and Baroque palaces.
Rudy visits vineyards and ancient castles along the Rhine and Mosel rivers.