Travel with Rick Steves
Episodes
54 From Turkey to the Persian Gulf
11 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Adventurous travelers know that Turkey is the welcoming entree to a secularized Muslim society. On this week's Travel with Rick Steves, tour guide L...
53 Tuscany & Umbria
04 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Take a holiday to Mona Lisa's backyard on this week's Travel with Rick Steves. We'll examine the enormous appeal of Italy's Tuscany region, and its q...
52 Arthur Frommer
28 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
It's been almost 50 years since Arthur Frommer (FROE-mer) first published his groundbreaking travel guidebook "Europe on Five Dollars a Day." In the...
51 Tour Industry Insider
21 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Is an organized tour right for you? This week, Rick explores the advantages of, and some potential problems with, "big bus tourism," with industry co...
7a Mexico City and the Yucatan
07 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rick discusses the appeal of our neighbors in Mexico, from the frenzy of its must-see capital to the deep blue waters and nightlife around ...
50 Royalty
30 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Rick removes some of the mystery, but not the glamour, of European Royalty with help from guests Roy Nichols and Norway's Princess Martha Louise. T...
49 Ethical Travels on a Green Planet
23 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Does travel have to be bad for the environment? Does eco-tourism really help the planet -- or just hurt it less? What's an ethical traveler to do? On ...
48 Traveling with a Musical Theme
16 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
2006 is being celebrated as Mozart's 250th birthday, reminding us that your next destination's music scene can provide a theme (pun intended) for yo...
47 An Insider's Guide to Paris
09 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
When Ella Fitzgerald sang "April in Paris," she knew the perfect place to combine fresh flowers, spring showers, and romance. Half a century later, no...
46 English Gardens
26 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
What better way to enjoy the world in bloom than to wander through an English country garden? Rick Steves asks British tour guide Roy Nichols about t...
45 Bernard-Henri Levy, author of "American Vertigo: Traveling America in the Footsteps of Tocqueville."
19 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Rick Steves meets French philosopher Bernard-Henri Levy, a household name in his home country (where they simply call him "BHL"). During the height...
44 Ireland, Revisited
12 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
From the deep green, rocky hills to the evocative smell of a peat log burning in the fireplace, you'll know you're in Ireland. But it's the people t...
43 Egypt
05 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Egypt is a land of mysteries -- and the biggest mystery travelers face is what to expect while visiting there. On this week's Travel with Rick Steves...
42 World Cup Soccer 2006
26 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
After Italy hosts the Winter Olympics, Germany heats up for the championship games of the World Cup soccer tournament in June. On this week's Travel ...
41 River Rafting in Idaho & Four Corners USA
19 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
200 years ago, Lewis and Clark charted the rivers of what is now Northwestern America. In the 21st Century, travelers seek the same mountains and rive...
40 Putting Together the Newspaper Travel Section
05 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of people scratch their travel itch each week by reading their newspaper's travel section. Rick takes us behind the scenes at the Sa...
39 The Changing Face of Berlin and Gay/Lesbian Travel with Ed Salvato
29 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In the past decade and a half, Berlin has re-emerged as one of Europe's major capitals -- it's changing so quickly even tourism officials have difficu...
38 Exploring Mexico's Pacific Coast and An American Singer in Istanbul
22 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico is the perfect destination for North Americans seeking sun, fun, and a colorful, distinctive culture. Rick explores some of the popular Pacifi...
37 Insiders Guide to Greece
15 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
From the newly spruced up capital of Athens , to the sun-drenched villages of the mainland and the islands, it's no myth that Greece is a pleasure to ...
36 Cortona and Fear of Flying
08 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Italy has become one of the hottest destinations for European travel -- and for good reason. Smart travelers know how to avoid crowds and, as a resul...
35 Growing up Under Communism
01 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
We'll visit with three of Rick Steves' tour guide friends from Eastern Europe. We'll find out what it was like being raised in different types of Comm...
34 Christmas in Europe
25 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this holiday season for Travel with Rick Steves Christmas in Europe radio special! During the program, Rick hears how his European friends pre...
33 Discovering "A Sense of Place"
11 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Travel journalist Michael Shapiro set out on a literary project to interview 18 travel authors to see what makes their work such a pleasure. He tu...
32 Honduras Overview and an American in Rio
04 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
If you like to travel off the beaten track, and want to get the most out of your travel dollar, Honduras might be just the ticket. This week, Rick lea...
10 Ireland, North and South
27 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
This week we will talk about Ireland with two of Rick's tour guide friends from the North and South. We'll find out how much Ireland has changed in r...
31 French Food and Faux Pas
20 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we'll learn some of the basics of eating out in France and how to enjoy such foods as crèpes, escargot, truffles and steak tartare. But th...
30 Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety
13 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and sa...
29 An Insider's Guide to The French Riviera
06 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Mention the French Riviera, and images of glamorous celebrities may come to mind. But the Mediterranean coast of France was also the inspiration for s...
28 Exploring the World Through Religion
30 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick learns about Islam -- where it's commonly practiced in Turkey from friends who live in Istanbul. He then places a call to Rome to chat with a ...
27 Belize and Alpine Ski and Lake Resorts
23 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rick Steves learns about Belize, Central America's relatively new country, from guidebook author Joshua Berman. It's a little bit Carib...
7 Mexico City & the Yucatan
16 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rick discusses the appeal of our neighbors in Mexico, from the frenzy of its must-see capital to the deep blue waters and nightlife around...
26 Off the Beaten Track: Galapagos, Central Asia, and Southwest USA
09 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
A traveler can experience a true sense of discovery by venturing "off the beaten path" into places not often visited by the average vacationer. And ...
25 Panama and Renting a French Country Home
02 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Guidebook Author William Friar spent his childhood in Panama, and lets us know about post-Noriega Panama...where one U.S. dollar will buy you dinner. ...
24 Prague
25 Sep 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Prague is so popular with western visitors, and we'll find out why from Tour Guide Honza Vihan, a native of the golden city of a hundred spires. Ric...
23 Accessible Europe and Roadtrips in the Rockies and Pacific Northwest
18 Sep 2005
Contributed by Lukas
A trip to the cobblestoned streets of Europe can be a nightmare for anyone in a wheelchair or who has difficulty walking. This week, Rick Steves talks...
22 London & Bermuda
04 Sep 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick will get an insider's view of London from Gillian Chadwick, a certified blue badge guide. She and Rick share pointers on what's new and how to ge...
21 Argentina and Travel Writing
28 Aug 2005
Contributed by Lukas
One place Americans can find European-style charm at bargain prices is by flying south -- to Argentina. On the next Travel with Rick Steves, Rick le...
20 To Tour or not to Tour?
21 Aug 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Suggestions for renting a car and finding mom and pop inns in Scotland? (Carolyn in Oregon) What's the right etiquette for meeting d...
19 Amore in Italia
14 Aug 2005
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to beat Italy as a romantic destination, unless you actually fall in love and make it your home. Rick chats with two American women who have...
18 Slovenia and the American Southwest
07 Aug 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Yearning for some of the lesser-explored adventures at home and overseas? Today we will learn about the country of Slovenia, where the slow food movem...
17 Costa Rica
31 Jul 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Costa Rica stands out from its neighbors in Central America due to its relatively stable government and high standard of living. It's a favorite desti...
16 Italian Wine
24 Jul 2005
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Rick learns the fine points of sampling fine wine with vintner Cecelia Bottai (che-CHEE_lya bo-TYE) and Ruth Arista (ar-REES-ta). ...
15 Netherlands and Oceania
17 Jul 2005
Contributed by Lukas
The sea helps define two destinations Rick discusses with his guests on this week's Travel with Rick Steves. Netherlands is one of the real ...
14 Americans in France
10 Jul 2005
Contributed by Lukas
What kind of reaction do you get when you mention France? During the program, Rick and his guest Steve Smith, an American who divides his time betwee...
13 Turkey and the United States Southeast
03 Jul 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Travelers to both Turkey and Dixie have one thing in common: they come back from their trips full of stories and enthusiasm for the people they met. ...
12 Ecuador & Traveling Around the World in 80 Dates
26 Jun 2005
Contributed by Lukas
From the newly-beautified old town district of Quito two miles high in the Andes to the ecological marvels of the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is one of...
11 Japan & More USA Road Trips
19 Jun 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Japan has long held a fascination for travelers from around the world. But its culture and language have often proved impenetrable for outsiders. This...
9 Packing Light & The South Pacific
05 Jun 2005
Contributed by Lukas
How can you travel for ten weeks with one suitcase? Rick says it is important to travel light, and to pack only one carry-on's worth of clothes and ac...
8 Scotland
29 May 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick learns about the history and present-day allure of the Scottish highlands from Arthur Smith, a proprietor and true gentleman of the auld cloth, w...
6 Poland
15 May 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick learns how quickly Poland has modernized in the past ten years in a conversation with Polish tour guide Kasia Derlicka. Kasia offers ideas for t...
5 North America Road Trips; Wales
08 May 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick learns about the charms of Wales from Welshman Martin DeLandowicz, and attempts to speak some otherwise undecipherable phrases in the Welsh Celti...
4 Cuba
01 May 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick discusses travel to Cuba, and how and why Americans vacation there despite the official embargo. Christopher P. Baker, author of Moon Handbooks: ...
3 European Food Culture
24 Apr 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick shares some of his delicacy discoveries found in different parts of Europe that make travel a gastronomic treat. Tour guide Jamie Blair Gould dis...
2 Egypt, Travel Agent 101
17 Apr 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Rick will interview tour guide Colin Clement about the highlights of traveling to Egypt, and travel agent Elizabeth Holmes about recent changes to th...
1 Traveling By Bike and Nepal
10 Apr 2005
Contributed by Lukas
On the debut broadcast of Travel with Rick Steves, Rick learns how a bicycle can get you into more places than you'd ever expect from adventure bicycl...