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For decades now, Rick Steves has arguably been the world’s pre-eminent European tour guide. While his primary audience has been in his home country of the United States, his influence has ...

Rick Steves writes European guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public TV and radio. Contact him at rick@ricksteves.com. His column runs on alternating weeks in the Travel section.

Rick Steves’ #1 Tip for Overcoming Language Barriers When Traveling first appeared on Parade on May 31, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.

In a wide-ranging interview, Rick Steves sounds off on Trump’s assault on public media and the disturbing historical echoes of the current administration: “Every time I read the news, I think ...

(Rick Steves (www.ricksteves.com) writes European guidebooks, hosts travel shows on public TV and radio, and organizes European tours. This column revisits some of Rick's favorite places over the past ...

A&E Books ‘We travel in order to learn from culture shock’: Rick Steves shares lessons from his adventures at Northern Quest Sun., April 20, 2025 Rick in Bern, Switzerland. (Photo courtesy of ...

Rick Steves like you’ve never heard him before– on the piano and on the Hippie Trail. He’s now the definitive go-to guide for Europe – but he actually found his calling on the way to ...

Rick Steves like you’ve never heard him before– on the piano and on the Hippie Trail. He’s now the definitive go-to guide for Europe – but he actually found his calling on the way to ...