Join the World Affairs Council of Connecticut to welcome Rick Steves – America’s favorite travel guide – for a special one-night event in Hartford. Presented by Bradley International Airport, where your next journey to Ireland, UK, and Europe begins. RSVP Today.
For decades, Rick Steves has helped Americans discover the world through his iconic travel guidebooks, TV shows, and advocacy for travel as a bridge to global understanding.
This spring at the Council, hear from America’s most trusted travel expert and beloved host of Rick Steves Europe as he shares his personal journey, memorable travel stories, and why he believes in travel as a political act.
Come early for the World Affairs Council Travel Expo & Reception, where you’ll explore exciting travel opportunities from Connecticut to destinations around the globe. Meet expert travel advisors, uncover exclusive offers, and spark ideas for your next great adventure.
Thursday, March 19 | 5-8pm | Goodwin University, Hartford, CT
5pm | World Affairs Council Travel Expo
6pm | Presentation by Rick Steves
7:30pm | Book Sale & Signing
Tickets: $55 General Admission | $45 Member Admission
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About Rick
Rick Steves is a popular public television host, a best-selling guidebook author, and an outspoken activist who encourages Americans to broaden their perspectives through travel. He is the founder and owner of Rick Steves' Europe, a travel business with a small-group tour program that brings more than 30,000 people to Europe annually. Rick lives and works in his hometown of Edmonds, Washington, where his office window overlooks his old junior high school.
Learn more about Rick and explore all his works at ricksteves.com.
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