Free travel advice from Rick Steves is just a click of the mouse away.

The travel-bargain guru is offering a free 64-page Travel Newsletter on Europe through his website, at www.ricksteves.com, along with a \"Best Travel Tips 2004\" guide.

Advice includes itineraries for a three-day trip to a European country versus a five-, seven- or 10-day trip; how to find a cheap hotel; staying safe and avoiding scams; and a guide to discount passes.