Respectfully disagree. For experienced travelers, I can see that his shows can be somewhat basic, but for millions of America, he has taken the fear out of travel, and has helped people understand and appreciate thee joys of other cultures, people and places. I too cringe sometimes when he over simplifies, but try writing as many half –hour script as he does and getting everything perfect. For elite travelers there are plenty of other resources, but for ordinary folks, he is great.