For the Love of Europe Quotes

“. . . I've learned over the years that if more people knew more about history, our world would be a better place. History is constantly speaking to us. Travelers enjoy a privileged way to hear it—and sometimes an up-close chance to witness history in the making.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“When we travel, we have the opportunity to see history as it's unfolding. With knowledge of the past, we can better appreciate the significance of what's happening today. That's something a lot of travelers don't take advantage of . . . and it's never been more important.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“. . . I'm reminded that I simply inherited freedom. For many, freedom has to be earned.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Travel can broaden our perspective, enabling us to rise above the advertiser-driven infotainment we call the news to see things as citizens of the world. By plugging directly into the present and getting the world's take on things firsthand, a traveler goes beyond traditional sightseeing.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“City walls have long been a part of the European story: walls to keep people out and walls to keep people in. But today, most Europeans aspire to build bridges rather than walls to help shape a more connected and peaceful future.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Europe's walls were built for a reason. But, as travelers learn, the true success of a society lies in finding a way beyond the walls. If you look at European currency, you notice that bills feature bridges, not walls. And so do the dreams of great leaders”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Powerful forces find it convenient when we're dumbed down. As a society, we become easier to manipulate . . . easier to make money from.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Certainly in our world, so driven by aggressive corporate and materialist values, can afford to let people with alternative viewpoints have a place to be alternative.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“. . . I'm reminded that I simply inherited freedom. For man, freedom has to be earned.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“While traveling, I'm often struck by how people give meaning to their lives by contributing what they can.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“If travel is going to have the impact on you that it should, you have to climb into those little dinghies to discover those experiences. The best encounters won't come to you. And you have to let them breathe.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Knowing the history of a place gives you a context in which to better appreciate it. And a great way to learn that history is on location, from someone who lived it.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories

“Travel can—and should—change our perspectives and broaden our worldviews.”
― Rick Steves, For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories