182 The Urge to Preserve: British Banter, Holy Bones, and Inspired Globe-Jotting
182 The Urge to Preserve: British Banter, Holy Bones, and Inspired Globe-Jotting  
Podcast: Travel with Rick Steves
Published On: Sun Sep 06 2009
Description: Rick examines the slang that separates the Brits from their American cousins in an effort to help travelers avoid being "gob-smacked" by what the locals might say, and appearing as a "plonker". Also, Rick discusses how perserving the rags and bones of saints and other relics have changed the world and shares tips for how a travel journal can become a fun and important way to savor vacation memories. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.