97 Shaking off the Soviets in Eastern Europe and the 'Stans of Central Asia

10/06/2007 53 min

        97 Shaking off the Soviets in Eastern Europe and the 'Stans of Central Asia

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After 40 years of Communism, the countries of Eastern Europe are coming into their own as the newest members of the European Union. We'll examine the dramatic changes to everyday life for the people of the former Soviet bloc countries and get an overview of tourism to the former Soviet "Stans" of Central Asia to see how they're faring as independent nations. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.