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115 Tony Wheeler's "Lonely Planet"

115 Tony Wheeler's "Lonely Planet"

FromTravel with Rick Steves


115 Tony Wheeler's "Lonely Planet"

FromTravel with Rick Steves

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Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Nov 25, 2007
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Tony Wheeler, founder of what has become the world's largest travel empire, Lonely Planet, shares some of the tales that he chronicles in his new book, "Unlikely Destinations: The Lonely Planet Story." Rick compares notes with Tony as he recalls the early travel adventures that formed the foundation of a pre-eminent publishing house known for helping independent travelers find their way through even the smallest and thorniest of countries. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.
Released:
Nov 25, 2007
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.ricksteves.com