Passport to Europe: Germany, Switzerland and Austria

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BAVARIA, GERMANY: Enter the fairy tale atmosphere of the Bavarian Alps, complete with a Cinderella-style mountaintop castle.

BERLIN, GERMANY: This bustling, energetic capital city will surprise and delight you! Experience the history of this great city, and feel its newfound freedom at the powerfully symbolic Berlin Wall.

MUNICH, GERMANY: Savor the party atmosphere at the world's biggest festival, Munich's Oktoberfest, featuring plenty of frothy steins and sausage!

INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA: So perfect for winter sports that two Olympics were held here! But this quaint city also offers gorgeous scenery, history and much, much more.

SALZBURG, AUSTRIA: Visit the landmarks you'll never forget from the one-and-only Sound of Music in this perfectly preserved Baroque city.

VIENNA, AUSTRIA: Your senses will be on fire as you experience this gorgeous city with everything from dancing horses to the unforgettable Vienna Boys Choir to a sumptuous royal ball.

INTERLAKEN, SWITZERLAND: The view is incredible at the "Top of Europe" as Samantha travels to one of the Alps' tallest peaks. Jump on for a dogsled ride, and explore a real ice palace!

ST. MORITZ: Take a peek into the privileged world of the rich and famous. Hit the slopes in high style, go luxury shopping and mingle with the elite over champagne.

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND: Vacation in one of Europe's priciest cities where the streets are lined with shops brimming with the world's finest chocolates, dazzling jewelry and European charm.

Spotlight Reviews
Major disappointment (2008-12-25)
Customer Review : 2
I bought this DVD because I have been to Vienna and Salzburg, and miss them like crazy. I couldn't wait to see the Vienna episode, but I couldn't believe that it ended without ever giving the viewer half an idea of what Vienna is like! She spends WAY to much time on one topic (like Waltzing lessons) when she could mention some of the other stuff in the city. If you are a budget traveler (or a student like me) this DVD will give you an idea of everything you will NOT be able to afford in Vienna. She skipped all the art musuems, the wineries, the opera, the GORGEOUS architecture around the city, the Nachmarkt... everything I was anxious to see some footage of! Instead she awkwardly complains about eating a meal with lungs and heart. If you haven't been to Vienna, these details may not be as important, because you won't know what you're missing out on. But if you're buying a travel DVD because you miss Europe and this is the more economical choice than a plane ticket back to Vienna, than skip this DVD.

This is the best travel show I have ever seen (2008-08-22)
Customer Review : 5
I have seen several travel shows, but this is the best one. it is iteresting, informative ans usefull. Thanks Samantha

Renew my Passport to Europe! (2008-05-16)
Customer Review : 4
Let me start off by saying that I definitely prefer Samantha Brown over Rick Steves... she's more charming and current which makes her travel videos more interesting. I think this DVD is great...there are 9 different 20 minute segments from which to choose (3 Germany, 3 Switzerland, 3 Austria), the cities are scenic and the activities are fun to watch. Her German pronunciation is a little off, but it's not atypical for an American. The only reason this DVD didn't receive the full 5 stars is because I'm a MS & HS German teacher and some of the scenes about Oktoberfest and Munich have a big emphasis on beer so unfortunately I have to skip over those in the school environment, otherwise for an adult/mature audience, it's a keeper (and for a great price!)

The MOST Beautiful Travel Destination in Europe! (2008-05-05)
Customer Review : 4
I've traveled several times to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It was fun to watch the DVD and be able to say "I've been there!" and "Oh wow! Remember that?" My main criticism: some of the featured hotels were way more expensive than necessary. When I travel to Europe I like to stay in 'Gasthofs', smaller family-owned inns that offer quaint rooms, usually with private baths. Breakfast is always included and usually features soft or hard-boiled eggs, various breads and 'broetchen' (the crunchy rolls), a variety of cheeses and jams, and sometimes sliced meats.

Overall, a great dvd.

Samantha does Germany! (2008-02-18)
Customer Review : 5
If you find Samantha cute and charming, you will love seeing her show you Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. I do!