When traveling, some things are universal -- like saying "please" and "thank you." Tipping etiquette, on the other hand, ...

One of Rick Steves' favorite European churches is a Baroque masterpiece in Bavaria, celebrated for its ornate Rococo details and gilded interiors.

Like a German child’s fantasy, Nurnberg’s fairy-godmother-like teenage angel stretched out her arms and said, “If you’re very ...

When travel dreams take people to Europe, Italy is often their first stop. There’s something seductively charming about this ...

Europe continues to be a popular destination for Americans to visit or even live. This affordable city recommended by travel ...

Rick Steves is the preeminent European travel authority, and his advice on when to visit to save money and avoid crowds can ...

This episode originally aired on April 4, 2025. Rick Steves has spent most of his life traveling the continent of Europe and sharing what he’s learned with the rest of us. He informed, entertained and ...

When traveling in the Netherlands – with its canals, windmills, and tulip fields – it all seems so cute and sweet; you may find yourself exclaiming, “Everything’s just so…Dutch!” But for another side ...

Tune in at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 28 for an evening of travel inspiration with Rick Steves—featuring expert tips, alpine adventures, live studio broadcasts, local hosts, and your first chance to get ...

Whether you’re a footloose vagabond or a famous travel writer, you’ll reap the rewards of journaling: a souvenir that lasts a lifetime. Leave out the boring stuff. Ten years from now, you won’t feel ...

I don’t get star-struck easily. But I’ll admit that I was a little nervous when I got Rick Steves on the phone recently. Not only is the longtime PBS host and author America’s most beloved travel ...