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Rick Steves European Christmas

55m 59s

Rick visits friends and families in England, France, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy to reveal their customs and practices of the holiday season. This special is a colorful, musical celebration of Christmas across Europe, where viewers learn about customs from "the old countries" and discover holiday family traditions.

Aired: 11/21/15
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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