Two centuries ago, there were dozens of independent states in the part of Europe that was German-speaking. Today, there are ...

Throwing crushed tomatoes at someone would certainly be frowned upon in the U.S., but doing so is the main appeal of this ...

Europe is rich in history, but its splendid castles, antique churches, and age-old ruins tell only part of the story. To dig even deeper in time – much deeper – visit a cave. Some of my favorites, in ...

Pretty, pristine, and perched on a lake, with a striking mountain panorama as a backdrop, Luzern has long been Switzerland’s tourism capital. Since the Romantic era in the 19th century, it’s been a ...

When travel writer Rick Steves, 70, switched insurance providers, he visited a new doctor, who suggested Steves undergo a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. Steves agreed. “He called me two days ...

After being dragged by his parents to Europe as a teen, Steves developed a deep love for travel and soon realized that he could make a career out of teaching others how to plan smart itineraries while ...

Take a virtual tour of Valencia and explore its most iconic tourist attractions. Discover the City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral, the Central Market, and the beautiful Turia Gardens that ...

Travel expert and TV host Rick Steves is known for exploring castles in Germany, canals in Venice, and cozy cafés in France. But in August of 2024, he found himself on a very different kind of journey ...

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 ...