TV Technical Issues
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Fri 6/21: KQET planned maintenance outage
(DT 25.1 through 25.3) On Friday, June 21st, we will be doing maintenance on the KQET transmitter servicing the Watsonville, Monterey, Salinas, Gilroy areas. Starting around 11:30am our Over the Air (OTA) signal will be down for 10-20 minutes. This should not affect Comcast Cable viewers. Other paid signal providers which use the Over the [...]
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Mon 5/06: very brief KQED DT9 OTA outage
(DT9.1, 9.2, 9.3) This morning we had a very brief outage of our over the air (OTA) coverage for KQED 9.1/9.2/9.3, which lasted apx 4 minutes. Most tuners will have found the channel again as soon as service was restored, but some may need to be rescanned for channel 9. This outage did not affect [...]
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Mon 4/22: KQEH OTA signal back on air
(DT54.1 through DT54.5) The Over the Air (OTA) signal from our KQEH transmitter on Monument Peak was restored at apx 6:35pm this evening. Most tuners should automatically find the signal, however some OTA viewers may need to do a rescan to restore reception.
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Rick Steves' Europe
A fresh perspective on the best travel advice, including where to stay, what to see and how to get around. Rick shares the latest on sightseeing in the grand cities of Europe, and offers a vivid local perspective on off-the-beaten path locations.
Rick Steves' Europe Previous Broadcasts
Rome: Baroque Brilliance (Episode #702H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Oct 31, 2012 -- 7:30 PM
This second of 3 episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque. We ramble through the venerable heart of Rome, admire breathtaking Bernini statues, ponder sunbeams inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, and mix and mingle with the Romans during an early evening stroll. Following an exquisite Roman dinner, we join locals after dark, lacing together the Eternal City's most romantic nightspots.
Vienna (Episode #409)
KQED Life: Wed, Oct 31, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
In Europe's classiest capital we'll tiptoe through the palace of Maria Theresa and be dazzled by the Hapsburg crown jewels. Then we'll picnic on the Danube, nibble strudel in an old world cafe, blush at slinky Art Nouveau, and waltz to the three-four beat of Johann Strauss.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 31, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Italy's Great Hill Towns (Episode #408)
KQED Life: Tue, Oct 30, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Connoisseurs of Italy find that its quintessential charms survive in its classic hill towns. From San Gimignano's medieval towers, to Cortona's charming lanes, to Orvieto's papal intrigue, to Civita di Bagnoregio's cliff-hanging vistas, all sit on lofty stone perches that now seem to protect them only from the modern world.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Tue, Oct 30, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Florence: Heart of the Renaissance (Episode #704H)
KQED 9: Mon, Oct 29, 2012 -- 2:00 PM
15th-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world. In this first of 2 episodes, we gaze into the self-assured eyes of Michelangelo's David, enjoy Botticelli's Birth of Venus, delve into the 3D wonders of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, appreciate Fra Angelico's serene beauty, and climb the dome that kicked off the Renaissance. Then we cross the Arno to where Florentine artisans live, work, and eat - very well.
Tuscany's Dolce Vita (Episode #407)
KQED Life: Mon, Oct 29, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
The small towns and rural charms of Tuscany give us a healthy dose of the "sweet life" as we hunt for truffles in an oak forest, nibble through an artichoke festival, share a farmhouse feast, and ride a classic convertible through the cypress groves of Mona Lisa's back yard.
Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw (Episode #310H)
KQED Plus: Sun, Oct 28, 2012 -- 3:00 PM
Poland is ready to be rediscovered as the old "east" transforms itself into the new heart of Europe. Krakow, with its bubbly Baroque and cobbled charm, is emerging as the exciting "next Prague." Nearby, a visit to Auschwitz teaches us a timeless, soul-searching lesson. Systematically destroyed during World War II, Warsaw is a lively, thriving capital once again.
Venice and Its Lagoon (Episode #711H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 8:56 PM
Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm. For centuries, it was nicknamed La Serenissima, "The Most Serenely Beautiful One" - and for good reason. Along with sampling the sumptuous art treasures of Venice and exploring its back-street wonders, we cruise its lagoon, stopping in fiery Murano for glass, pastel Burano for lace, and murky Torcello for a sense of where Venice was born.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 8:56 PM
Venice: City of Dreams (Episode #710()
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 8:14 PM
After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one. We cruise the Grand Canal, luxuriate in a venerable cafe, and savor fresh fish canal-side with Venetian friends. Becoming as anonymous as possible in this city of masks, we'll be dazzled by masterpieces of the Venetian Renaissance and get intimate with the city of Casanova - on a gondola under the moonlight.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 8:14 PM
London: Historic and Dynamic (Episode #708H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 7:34 PM
In many-faceted London, we ponder royal tombs in Westminster Abbey, learn how to triple the calories of an English scone at teatime, discover treasures in the British Library, enjoy the vibrant evening scene in Soho, uncover Churchill's secret WWII headquarters, join the 9-to-5 crowd in the new London, shop where the queen shops, and straddle the Prime Meridian at Greenwich.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 7:34 PM
Paris: Embracing Life and Art (Episode #707H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 6:57 PM
In this second of 2 episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Pere Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian cafe scene. Few cites are so confident in their expertise in good living - and as travelers, we get to share in that uniquely Parisian joie de vivre.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 6:57 PM
Paris: Regal and Intimate (Episode #706H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 5:14 PM
In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced. In this first of 2 episodes on Paris, we cruise the Seine River, visit Napoleon's tomb, and take in the Louvre. Then we feel the pulse of Paris - shopping in village-like neighborhoods, attending church in a grand pipe organ loft, and celebrating the mother of all revolutions with a big, patriotic Bastille Day bang.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 5:14 PM
Florentine Delights and Tuscan Side Trips (Episode #705H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 4:37 PM
In this second of 2 episodes on Florence, we enjoy more of the exquisite artistic treasures of the city that propelled Europe out of the Middle Ages. Then we side-trip to a couple of rival cities and cultural capitals in their own right, Pisa and Lucca, where we'll marvel at a tipsy tower, circle a city on its ramparts, and enjoy some Puccini in his hometown.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 4:37 PM
Florence: Heart of the Renaissance (Episode #704H)
KQED 9: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 4:00 PM
15th-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world. In this first of 2 episodes, we gaze into the self-assured eyes of Michelangelo's David, enjoy Botticelli's Birth of Venus, delve into the 3D wonders of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, appreciate Fra Angelico's serene beauty, and climb the dome that kicked off the Renaissance. Then we cross the Arno to where Florentine artisans live, work, and eat - very well.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 4:00 PM
Edinburgh (Episode #403)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 27, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Edinburgh is the historical and cultural heart of Scotland. We'll explore the castle, peek at the new parliament, dabble in the local literature, sip a little Scotch, get wrapped up in a kilt, and then stow away on Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia.
Milan and Lake Como (Episode #406)
KQED Life: Fri, Oct 26, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
No trip to Italy is complete without Milan and Lake Como. In Milan we'll take a peek at Italy's highest fashion, fanciest delis, grandest cemetery and greatest opera house - not to mention Leonardo's Last Supper. Then we'll cruise along Lake Como, settling down in the lakeside village of Varenna, classic honeymoon country, where Italy meets the Alps.
Italy's Amalfi Coast (Episode #405)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 25, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Just south of Naples we'll experience the breath-taking Amalfi Coastline, the trendy resort of Positano, the limoncello charms of Sorrento, the ancient Greek temples at Paestum, and the iridescent Blue Grotto hidden beneath the enchanting isle of Capri.
Rome: Ancient Glory (Episode #701H)
KQED Plus: Thu, Oct 25, 2012 -- 1:30 AM
Part 1 of 3 on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world. Focusing on the grandeur of classical Rome, we marvel at the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the empire's exquisite art. Then we go offbeat by bicycle to see the Appian Way and marvels of Roman engineering.
Italy's Amalfi Coast (Episode #405)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 25, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Just south of Naples we'll experience the breath-taking Amalfi Coastline, the trendy resort of Positano, the limoncello charms of Sorrento, the ancient Greek temples at Paestum, and the iridescent Blue Grotto hidden beneath the enchanting isle of Capri.
Rome: Ancient Glory (Episode #701H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 -- 7:30 PM
Part 1 of 3 on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world. Focusing on the grandeur of classical Rome, we marvel at the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the empire's exquisite art. Then we go offbeat by bicycle to see the Appian Way and marvels of Roman engineering.
Naples and Pompeii (Episode #404)
KQED Life: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Naples is Italy in the extreme. We'll prowl backstreet fish markets, dodge fast-moving Vespas, and dine on pizza where it was invented. We'll climb to the top of nearby Mount Vesuvius, then wander through the amazing ruins of Pompeii, the Roman town it destroyed.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Edinburgh (Episode #403)
KQED Life: Tue, Oct 23, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Edinburgh is the historical and cultural heart of Scotland. We'll explore the castle, peek at the new parliament, dabble in the local literature, sip a little Scotch, get wrapped up in a kilt, and then stow away on Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Tue, Oct 23, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Rome: Back-Street Riches (Episode #703H)
KQED 9: Mon, Oct 22, 2012 -- 2:00 PM
In this third of 3 episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis - so rich in art and culture - on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners. Venturing through the crusty Trastevere district, visiting the historic Jewish Ghetto, and enjoying art treasures in a string of rarely visited churches, we uncover charms of hidden Rome that compete with its marquee sights.
North Wales: Feisty and Poetic (Episode #402)
KQED Life: Mon, Oct 22, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
From towering Mount Snowdon, to evocative medieval castles, to sweeping Victorian promenades, North Wales is a poem written in landscape. We'll climb a mountain aboard a steam train, learn some Welsh, follow a miner deep into a slate mine, herd sheep with a very clever dog, and work in a pop pilgrimage to the Beatles' Liverpool.
French Riviera: Uniquely Chic (Episode #309H)
KQED Plus: Sun, Oct 21, 2012 -- 3:00 PM
A longtime favorite escape of Europe's elite, the Riviera coastline still sparkles with yachts. We follow in the footsteps of 19th century aristocrats along Monaco's harbor and Nice's promenade des Anglais. Then we visit the picturesque, artist hangouts of Chagall, Matisse and Picasso.
Athens and Side Trips (Episode #508H)
KQED Plus: Sat, Oct 20, 2012 -- 5:00 PM
The thriving capital of Greece sprawls out from the foot of its magnificent Acropolis. We'll tour the must-sees of ancient Athens, including the Parthenon, Agora, and amazing National Archaeological Museum. We'll take the fast-paced pulse of the modern city, but waste no time getting to my favorite side trip destinations: the ruins of the mystical oracle at Delphi, and a fast boat to the romantic, traffic-free Isle of Hydra.
Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw (Episode #310H)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 20, 2012 -- 4:30 PM
Poland is ready to be rediscovered as the old "east" transforms itself into the new heart of Europe. Krakow, with its bubbly Baroque and cobbled charm, is emerging as the exciting "next Prague." Nearby, a visit to Auschwitz teaches us a timeless, soul-searching lesson. Systematically destroyed during World War II, Warsaw is a lively, thriving capital once again.
Budapest: The Best of Hungary (Episode #311H)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 20, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Budapest, once Vienna's partner in ruling the Austro-Hungarian empire, feels like the capital of Eastern Europe. It's actually two cities- busy Pest and noble Buda-straddling the Danube and laced together by mighty bridges. Capitalism has taken hold with gusto as shopping boulevards thrive and stone Lenins and cast iron Stalins litter a theme park at the edge of town. Today Gypsy orchestras feature smoking violins, venerable mineral baths are the rage, and 19th century coffeehouses enjoy a renaissance.
England's Bath & York (Episode #401)
KQED Life: Fri, Oct 19, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Medieval York and Georgian Bath - easy side-trips from London - pack an exciting pair of sightseeing punches. Rick explores Roman hot springs, cruises quiet canals, marvels at England's finest Gothic church and gets a surprising dose of Viking history as he enjoys England's easy urban delights.
Sevilla (Episode #313H)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 18, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Sevilla is the flamboyant city of Carmen and Don Juan. It's where bullfighting is still politically correct and where little girls dream of growing up to become flamenco dancers. Sevilla has soul-and we feel it in its lacy Moorish palace, massive cathedral, lavish royal tombs, labyrinthine Jewish quarter, and its people-filled streets. After munching tasty tapas, we head south for Andalusia's ultimate whitewashed hilltown, Arcos de la Frontera.
Rick Steves' Europe: The Making Of (Episode #411H)
KQED Plus: Thu, Oct 18, 2012 -- 1:30 AM
After 16 years and more than 100 travel shows, Rick and his crew take you behind the scenes to show you just how they produce this series. Joining the crew as they scamper through Milan and around Lake Como, you'll follow the creative process as the challenges and surprises that come with travel are shaped into a finished show.
Sevilla (Episode #313H)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 18, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Sevilla is the flamboyant city of Carmen and Don Juan. It's where bullfighting is still politically correct and where little girls dream of growing up to become flamenco dancers. Sevilla has soul-and we feel it in its lacy Moorish palace, massive cathedral, lavish royal tombs, labyrinthine Jewish quarter, and its people-filled streets. After munching tasty tapas, we head south for Andalusia's ultimate whitewashed hilltown, Arcos de la Frontera.
Rick Steves' Europe: The Making Of (Episode #411H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Oct 17, 2012 -- 7:30 PM
After 16 years and more than 100 travel shows, Rick and his crew take you behind the scenes to show you just how they produce this series. Joining the crew as they scamper through Milan and around Lake Como, you'll follow the creative process as the challenges and surprises that come with travel are shaped into a finished show.
Lisbon and the Algarve (Episode #312H)
KQED Life: Wed, Oct 17, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Experiencing the best of Portugal, we start in Lisbon, a ramshackle mix of glorious old and fun-loving new. Salty sailors' quarters and wistful Fado singers mix with ornate architecture to recall the glory days when Vasco da Gama and Magellan made Portugal a world power. Then we head for the south coast of your travel dreams-the Algarve. We explore the Land's End of Europe-windy and historic Cape Sagres before savoring pristine beaches and arm-wrestling octopi in the sleepy fishing village of Salema.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 17, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Budapest: The Best of Hungary (Episode #311H)
KQED Life: Tue, Oct 16, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Budapest, once Vienna's partner in ruling the Austro-Hungarian empire, feels like the capital of Eastern Europe. It's actually two cities- busy Pest and noble Buda-straddling the Danube and laced together by mighty bridges. Capitalism has taken hold with gusto as shopping boulevards thrive and stone Lenins and cast iron Stalins litter a theme park at the edge of town. Today Gypsy orchestras feature smoking violins, venerable mineral baths are the rage, and 19th century coffeehouses enjoy a renaissance.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Tue, Oct 16, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Rome: Baroque Brilliance (Episode #702H)
KQED 9: Mon, Oct 15, 2012 -- 2:00 PM
This second of 3 episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque. We ramble through the venerable heart of Rome, admire breathtaking Bernini statues, ponder sunbeams inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, and mix and mingle with the Romans during an early evening stroll. Following an exquisite Roman dinner, we join locals after dark, lacing together the Eternal City's most romantic nightspots.
Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw (Episode #310H)
KQED Life: Mon, Oct 15, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Poland is ready to be rediscovered as the old "east" transforms itself into the new heart of Europe. Krakow, with its bubbly Baroque and cobbled charm, is emerging as the exciting "next Prague." Nearby, a visit to Auschwitz teaches us a timeless, soul-searching lesson. Systematically destroyed during World War II, Warsaw is a lively, thriving capital once again.
Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine (Episode #308)
KQED Plus: Sun, Oct 14, 2012 -- 3:00 PM
Provence, known for its soft light and fierce wind, is as loved by Americans as it is by the sun. We climb Roman ruins in Nimes, explore a papal palace in Avignon, and savor vivid views immortalized by van Gogh in Arles. Crossing acres of wispy vineyards, we explore the Cotes du Rhone and more wonders of the South of France.
Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Creme Brulee (Episode #306)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 13, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Packing the best of Paris into one episode, we scale the Eiffel Tower, then savor classic treats - from steak tartare to creme brulee. We marvel at Monet, Manet and company in the stunning Orsay Gallery. Tracing the sad steps of Marie Antoinette, we relive French history from its bloody revolution to its extravagant belle epoch.
French Riviera: Uniquely Chic (Episode #309H)
KQED Life: Fri, Oct 12, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
A longtime favorite escape of Europe's elite, the Riviera coastline still sparkles with yachts. We follow in the footsteps of 19th century aristocrats along Monaco's harbor and Nice's promenade des Anglais. Then we visit the picturesque, artist hangouts of Chagall, Matisse and Picasso.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Fri, Oct 12, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine (Episode #308)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 11, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Provence, known for its soft light and fierce wind, is as loved by Americans as it is by the sun. We climb Roman ruins in Nimes, explore a papal palace in Avignon, and savor vivid views immortalized by van Gogh in Arles. Crossing acres of wispy vineyards, we explore the Cotes du Rhone and more wonders of the South of France.
Salzburg and Surroundings (Episode #410H)
KQED Plus: Thu, Oct 11, 2012 -- 1:30 AM
The birthplace of Mozart - and everyone's Sound of Music fantasies - Salzburg is a baroque jewel of a town. It's also the springboard for dozens of Alpine adventures, from thrilling summer bobsledding, to hikes around Hitler's old Eagles Nest hideout, to an idyllic boat ride on serene Lake Hallstatt.
Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine (Episode #308)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 11, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Provence, known for its soft light and fierce wind, is as loved by Americans as it is by the sun. We climb Roman ruins in Nimes, explore a papal palace in Avignon, and savor vivid views immortalized by van Gogh in Arles. Crossing acres of wispy vineyards, we explore the Cotes du Rhone and more wonders of the South of France.
Salzburg and Surroundings (Episode #410H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Oct 10, 2012 -- 7:30 PM
The birthplace of Mozart - and everyone's Sound of Music fantasies - Salzburg is a baroque jewel of a town. It's also the springboard for dozens of Alpine adventures, from thrilling summer bobsledding, to hikes around Hitler's old Eagles Nest hideout, to an idyllic boat ride on serene Lake Hallstatt.
Belgium: Bruges and Brussels (Episode #307)
KQED Life: Wed, Oct 10, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Belgium is a land of contrasts. From the powerhouse headquarters of the European Union and Europe's grandest square in big-city Brussels, we go quaint with delicate lace and back lane bike rides in small- town Bruges. We check into a medieval hospital, savor the exquisite art of Memling, and climb a bell tower to get up close and fortissimo at a carillon concert. Then passionate chefs - creators of French fries and Europe's finest chocolate-give us a taste of their art.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 10, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Creme Brulee (Episode #306)
KQED Life: Tue, Oct 9, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Packing the best of Paris into one episode, we scale the Eiffel Tower, then savor classic treats - from steak tartare to creme brulee. We marvel at Monet, Manet and company in the stunning Orsay Gallery. Tracing the sad steps of Marie Antoinette, we relive French history from its bloody revolution to its extravagant belle epoch.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Tue, Oct 9, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Rome: Ancient Glory (Episode #701H)
KQED 9: Mon, Oct 8, 2012 -- 2:00 PM
Part 1 of 3 on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world. Focusing on the grandeur of classical Rome, we marvel at the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the empire's exquisite art. Then we go offbeat by bicycle to see the Appian Way and marvels of Roman engineering.
London: Mod and Trad (Episode #305)
KQED Life: Mon, Oct 8, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
London is quintessentially English, yet cosmopolitan. We check out the new - the Millennium Bridge and the British Museum's Great Court, and admire the old - well-wrapped mummies and a rare Leonardo. After bantering with Beefeaters at the Tower of London, we do some riverside beach-combing. Strolling the trendy South Bank of the Thames takes us from the Tate Modern to the dizzying London Eye.
Belgium: Bruges and Brussels (Episode #307)
KQED Plus: Sun, Oct 7, 2012 -- 3:00 PM
Belgium is a land of contrasts. From the powerhouse headquarters of the European Union and Europe's grandest square in big-city Brussels, we go quaint with delicate lace and back lane bike rides in small- town Bruges. We check into a medieval hospital, savor the exquisite art of Memling, and climb a bell tower to get up close and fortissimo at a carillon concert. Then passionate chefs - creators of French fries and Europe's finest chocolate-give us a taste of their art.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 10, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
The Czech Republic Off The Beaten Path (Episode #507H)
KQED Plus: Sat, Oct 6, 2012 -- 5:00 PM
Few travelers venture beyond Prague to experience the Czech Republic's many cultural riches and offbeat delights. We'll get you started with a whirlwind of Art Nouveau, local pub music, stinky cheese-tasting, river-rafting, and peat-bathing in places like Olomouc, Moravsky Krumlov, Telc, Trebon and Konopiste. We'll also tour a remarkable memorial to the holocaust in Terezin, and the charming castle town of Cesky Krumlov.
Switzerland's Jungfrau Region: Best of the Alps (Episode #214H)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 6, 2012 -- 4:30 PM
If Heidi is alive, she's in this sky-high corner of the Swiss Alps, with cows on breathtaking ridges. After settling into a traditional village where locals scythe hay by hand, we hike, bike, and parasail. We blast an alphorn, get sprayed by waterfalls raging deep inside a mountain, and munch muesli for breakfast at 10,000 feet. For a finale, we ride Europe's highest lift up the mighty Jungfrau for hot cocoa, glacier sledding, and oh-wow views.
The Majesty of Madrid (Episode #301H)
KQED Life: Sat, Oct 6, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Madrid is studded with riches from its glory days. We tour the lavish Royal Palace, enjoy art-packed museums, and look deep into Picasso's greatest masterpiece. Experiencing Madrid at its fun-loving best, we' re mesmerized by flamenco dancers and munch on pigs' ears. Then, for a dose of Spain's dramatic history, we side-trip to El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen.
Belfast and the Best of Northern Ireland (Episode #304)
KQED Life: Fri, Oct 5, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
No trip to Emerald Isle is complete without a visit to Northern Ireland. We tour bustling Belfast, sneaking a peek at its politically charged neighborhoods. Then we head for the Antrim Coast and go wild in Portrush, Ulster's Coney Island. We taste-test Irish whiskey, scramble over six-sided rock columns, putter through a world-class golf course, and stomp our feet to Irish music in rough-and- tumble Derry.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Fri, Oct 5, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life (Episode #303H)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 4, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, we reflect on Monet's lily ponds, peek in on local artisans, and set up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. We venture into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world and feast on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, we hike with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.
Vienna (Episode #409H)
KQED Plus: Thu, Oct 4, 2012 -- 1:30 AM
In Europe's classiest capital we'll tiptoe through the palace of Maria Theresa and be dazzled by the Hapsburg crown jewels. Then we'll picnic on the Danube, nibble strudel in an old world cafe, blush at slinky Art Nouveau, and waltz to the three-four beat of Johann Strauss.
Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life (Episode #303H)
KQED Life: Thu, Oct 4, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, we reflect on Monet's lily ponds, peek in on local artisans, and set up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. We venture into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world and feast on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, we hike with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.
Vienna (Episode #409H)
KQED Plus: Wed, Oct 3, 2012 -- 7:30 PM
In Europe's classiest capital we'll tiptoe through the palace of Maria Theresa and be dazzled by the Hapsburg crown jewels. Then we'll picnic on the Danube, nibble strudel in an old world cafe, blush at slinky Art Nouveau, and waltz to the three-four beat of Johann Strauss.
Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca (Episode #302H)
KQED Life: Wed, Oct 3, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Castile sparkles with Roman Segovia, walled Avila, student-filled Salamanca, and holy Toledo! We marvel at El Greco, pop some explosive pickles, and ramble Spain's most awe-inspiring medieval walls. Then, just for fun, we drop in on a bachelorette party with local troubadours, slice and savor tasty jamon, stroll with the crowd, and grab a front-row seat to enjoy Europe's most enchanting square.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Wed, Oct 3, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
The Majesty of Madrid (Episode #301H)
KQED Life: Tue, Oct 2, 2012 -- 12:00 AM
Madrid is studded with riches from its glory days. We tour the lavish Royal Palace, enjoy art-packed museums, and look deep into Picasso's greatest masterpiece. Experiencing Madrid at its fun-loving best, we' re mesmerized by flamenco dancers and munch on pigs' ears. Then, for a dose of Spain's dramatic history, we side-trip to El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED Life: Tue, Oct 2, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
Germany's Romantic Rhine and Rothenburg (Episode #212H)
KQED 9: Mon, Oct 1, 2012 -- 2:00 PM
Cruising the Rhine River, we dodge riverboat traffic and the legendary siren, Lorelei. After climbing castles and descending into dungeons, we relax with Rhine wine. We tour Burg Eltz-a lived-in castle where the noble lady still puts out fresh flowers. Then we enter the walled town of Rothenburg for Germany's best wood carving, a vivid dose of medieval punishment, and a tour with the night watchman of the town's lamp-lit ramparts.
Switzerland's Jungfrau Region: Best of the Alps (Episode #214H)
KQED Life: Mon, Oct 1, 2012 -- 9:00 AM
If Heidi is alive, she's in this sky-high corner of the Swiss Alps, with cows on breathtaking ridges. After settling into a traditional village where locals scythe hay by hand, we hike, bike, and parasail. We blast an alphorn, get sprayed by waterfalls raging deep inside a mountain, and munch muesli for breakfast at 10,000 feet. For a finale, we ride Europe's highest lift up the mighty Jungfrau for hot cocoa, glacier sledding, and oh-wow views.
