Author Jennifer Wilson describes the little-known beaches and islands of the Croatian coastline.

Prague-based tour guide Kateřina Svobodová takes Rick on a walking tour of the charmingly preserved "Golden City of 100 Spires," where sightseeing is fueled by some of Europe's best beer.

Rick talks with William Lobkowicz, the American who inherited his family's titles, palaces, and priceless treasures when the communists fell in Czechoslovakia.

Bulgarian Lyuba Boyanin joins Rick to provide an introduction to travel in her country. This emerging bargain destination in Eastern Europe has traditions dating back to ancient Thracian and Roman times.

The people of Poland find great comfort and inspiration in the music of native son Frydryk Chopin. Rick talks with Katarzyna Derlicka about his place in Polish hearts and how her country honored him on his 200th birthday.

Marijan Kriskovic, a tour guide raised in Croatia, talks about his country's stunning scenery and visitor-friendly coast, where Slavic culture meets the Mediterannean.

Honza Vihan, a native of Prague, offers advice on visiting Europe's best-preserved Baroque city and discusses the Czech capital city's rich history.

Native-born guide Lyuba Boyanin tells Rick how ancient traditions cross paths with post-Soviet capitalist energy and explains why the stuffed pepper is king in Bulgaria.

A few of Rick's friends who grew up "behind the Iron Curtain" talk about their countries and what the region offers the American tourist today.

Rick quizzes three Eastern European friends on the distinctive appeal of their home countries: Hungary, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic. Each offers advice for the traveler on the best sights and how to get the most for your tourist dollars.