Travel with Rick Steves

434a New Northwest Passage; Dispatches from Mississippi; Serendipity

21 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Kathleen Winter tells us what her voyage into the Northwest Passage taught her about the world. Richard Grant left the bustle of Manhattan to buy an o...

531 Flaneur in Paris; Misunderstood Parisian; Alsace

14 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about the charms of France's Alsace region from local tour guides. A Parisian guide explains how visitors' expectations lead to misunderstandings...

530 More Florida; Rediscovering Route 66; Sarah Vowell Assassination Vacation

07 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Tampa Bay Times columnist Craig Pittman explains how Florida's massive tourism industry impacts the state's residents. Plus, the author of a guide to ...

529 Touring Newfoundland; Rick Mercer's Canada Day; Drink Dat New Orleans

30 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Newfoundland actor and musician Alan Doyle recommends sights to best enjoy the rugged beauty of his island home in the Atlantic. And Canadian TV perso...

447a Hungarian Hot Springs; Peru's Boiling River; Padua

23 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hear how people of all ages enjoy a day at the baths in Budapest, where doctors commonly prescribe a relaxing day at the spa. Then learn about a sacre...

528 Basque Country Surprises; Prague Art and Architecture; Open Phones

16 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist and former diplomat Dave Seminara vividly describes the unusual sports and traditions you might encounter in the Basque Country. Then a Cze...

527 Modern Vikings; Belgians; Bulgarians

09 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as tour guides from Norway, Belgium, and Bulgaria share insider perspectives on their countries. Listen in as they describe the hot-button iss...

526 Travel Tech Tips; DJ in Iceland; Dingle in Ireland

02 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A New York Times travel writer shares tips for apps that can help you make the most of your next overseas trip, then a Seattle DJ describes how Icelan...

525 Day in New York; NYC High Line; Germany 2018

26 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Get tips from guidebook author Pauline Frommer on how to make the most of a New York City stopover, and hear how the city's High Line greenway has bec...

462a Indigenous Arctic and Andes; Overbooked

19 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A bestselling author of a book on the Northwest Passage describes how the Inuit of Canada and Greenland are responding to modern challenges posed by c...

524 First Timers Italy; Duck Season in Gascony

12 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from two Roman tour guides about what to expect on a first-time trip to Italy, and how to make it the adventure of a lifetime. Then get a taste o...

523 Language Vacations; Expat Mexico City; YOLO Los Angeles

05 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Get recommendations from a language buff for learning a new tongue overseas, then listen in as an American expat explains why he's called Mexico City ...

522 Scotland Itineraries; Nafplio

28 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Tour guides from Scotland recommend their favorite Caledonian experiences, from elegant Edinburgh to clan castles in the Highlands, and even budget ge...

521 Berner Oberland; T.T. Williams' Utah; The Philippines

21 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about the variety of spectacular Alpine views any visitor can enjoy in and above Switzerland's Lauterbrunnen Valley, as described by a tour ...

426a American Lighthouses; Skyfaring; Favorite Travels; Longbow

14 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about some of America's most interesting lighthouses to visit — or even slumber in. Then hear from an experienced pilot about why the view...

520 Saigon's Bui Vien Street; Spain 2018

07 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

An expat living in Saigon describes the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City’s famous Bui Vien Street, and explains why this backpacker district has recen...

519 Saints of France and Ireland; David Suchet in the Footsteps of St. Peter

31 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Get acquainted with some of the most popular French and Italian saints, and learn why they remain important to their countrymen. Plus, actor David Suc...

351a Italy On and Off the Rails; Romantic Amalfi Coast

24 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Author Tim Parks, a long-time resident of Verona, shares his observations about Italy’s railway system, and what it can tell us about the Italia...

518 First Timer's Ireland; Alan Doyle's Newfoundland

17 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Three tour guides from Ireland share their recommendations for the sights and experiences travelers shouldn’t miss on a first-time visit to thei...

517 The EU from Brussels; Solo Women Travelers; Teresa Bruce

10 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Rick gets a perspective on current issues the European Union is facing, from a geo-political friend in Brussels. Three women travel guides to Europe d...

516 London 2018; Last Wild Men of Borneo

03 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from Londoners about what's afoot in their city right now, and the don't-miss experiences for anyone looking to make the most of a visit to the B...

515 Artists of Spain; Being Welsh; Being Bosnian

24 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We look at the top sites where you can experience firsthand the groundbreaking contributions of Spain's greatest artists. Then tour guides from Wales ...

420a Music of Spain; Space Station Living; Canine-American Road Trip

17 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into the traditional music of Spain and find out where to catch the best flamenco shows in Madrid. Then listen in as astronaut Chris Hadfield des...

514 Casanova's Venice; Florida This Year; Caribbean Island People

10 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Historian Laurence Bergreen takes us to 18th-century Venice, at a time when Casanova called it home. Then journalist Craig Pittman updates us on what ...

513 Fred Plotkin's Culinary Capitals; The New Koreans

03 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Find out what six cities food maven Fred Plotkin considers to be the world's best places to experience edible ecstasy. Then get an update on today's "...

512 Shakespeare in South Sudan; Africa 54; Normandy

27 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We check in with author and long-distance walker Francis Tapon after his five-year journey to all 54 countries in Africa. And we hear how a widespread...

392a Ireland's W. B. Yeats; Scotland's Robert Burns; Agatha Christie's England

20 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We consider the importance of poet W.B. Yeats to the Irish soul, and discuss real-life English destinations that let you experience the world of Agath...

511 Travel Plans; Buffy Sainte-Marie; The Yellow Envelope

13 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Singer Buffy Sainte-Marie discusses her new album of activist "Medicine Songs" and what they have to say about our place in today's world. Then author...

510 Megalopolis; Copenhagen's Christiania; Teenagers in Europe

06 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

An Italian scholar of architecture compares the scope of today's mega-cities with the more human scale of Venice. And we'll hear what a pair of docume...

509 Slavic Firewater; “Bears in the Streets”; Places to Drink Beer; Edinburgh New Year’s Eve

30 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Pour a festive glass as we learn about the strong, often homemade liquors that lend zest to celebrations across central and eastern Europe. Then hear ...

427a More European Christmas Traditions

23 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about holiday traditions observed in France, Norway, Greece, London, the Spanish Basque Country, and small-town Italy. From festively decorated ...

508 Another European Christmas

16 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about what Europeans are looking forward to at this time of year, from Saint Nicholas Day through Boxing Day, in Germany, England, Belgium, Hunga...

507 American Eclipse; Newgrange Solstice; The Hour of Land

09 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We hear of the true awesomeness of experiencing a total solar eclipse, from the one that swept across the American West in 1878 to the one that drew c...

506 Atlas Obscura; Scottish Hebrides; Saudade in Portugal

02 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about some of the world's most remarkable — and creepiest — traditions. Then discover the timeless character of the Hebrides — ...

425a Jamón; Scandinavian Cuisine; A Tavola in Italy; 'Life from Scratch'

25 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear what makes Spain's jamon the best ham in the world, then learn about the traditional comfort foods of Scandinavia, and the after-dinner customs t...

505 Gili Islands; All-Season Australia; Open Phones: Memorable Travels

18 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Travel writer Dave Seminara explains why Indonesia's motor-free Gili Islands are a good alternative to the crowded tourist scene on nearby Bali, then ...

504 Twentieth Century Berlin; Exploring Romania

11 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tour guides from Berlin recommend sites you can visit to better appreciate their city's tumultuous past century, from the Nazi years to the Cold War, ...

503 The Nez Perce War; American Nomads

04 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the post-Civil War struggles between Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce and US General Oliver Otis Howard, then hear about the growing number o...

502 Haunted America; Markets of Provence; Belgian Treats

28 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about America's spookiest spots, then take a virtual stroll past the colorful, fragrant stalls of a Provencal farmers market with author Marjorie...

445a Paul Theroux Deep South; More World War I Sites

21 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author Paul Theroux shares the insights he gleaned about America from the people he met in the small towns and backroads of the Deep South. Then histo...

501 Cardiff; Atlantis; Mostar

14 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We hear how Mostar — after suffering intense damage in the Bosnian war — has become an attractive tourist destination on the Adriatic crui...

500 Favorite Moments; Night Out in London; German Pop and Rock

07 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate 500 editions of Travel with Rick Steves with a fond look back at a few of Rick's most memorable guest interviews from the past 12 years. The...

499 Fly Fishing; Spain 2017; Destination Earth

30 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The author of a guidebook series on fly fishing explains why it's such a popular sport worldwide. Then tour guides from Spain take listener calls to s...

327a Paris Street Markets, Beer in Belgium, Underground Slovenia

23 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to an exploration of the open-air markets of Paris, where souvenir shopping can be memorable in itself. Then hear why Belgian beer is so goo...

498 Slavic View of EU; Undocumented

16 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Friends of Rick's from the Czech Republic, Slovenia, and Bosnia share a Slavic perspective on what it means to participate in the European Union. Then...

497 Naples; Human Trafficking; What's New in Oslo

09 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Get insider advice for enjoying Naples — home to what has to be the liveliest street scene in Italy — without feeling put off by its in-yo...

496 Orlando Beyond Disney; Oh Florida; American Right to Roam

02 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The author of Frommer's Orlando guidebook returns with ideas for enjoying central Florida beyond the big theme parks. Then Tampa Bay Times reporter Cr...

419a Porto and the Douro Valley; Midnight in Siberia; Scottish Pub Talk

26 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Guides from Portugal describe the delights of Porto, and the winemaking traditions of the nearby Douro Valley in the north of Portugal. Then NPR's Dav...

495 National Parks Dinner Party; The Great Southwest; Utah's Craziest Bike Ride

19 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author Terry Tempest Williams describes the various "personalities" of a dozen US national parks, and examines each one's contributions to the America...

494 Liechtenstein Day; Gelato; The English Moors

12 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear about what it's like to celebrate National Day in Liechtenstein, one of the world's smallest — and wealthiest — countries. (Hint: Fre...

493 Rolling Blackouts; Language to Lend; Czech Beer

05 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Cartoonist Sarah Glidden shares the insights she gained while getting to know the Kurdish people of Turkey, Iraq, and Syria. Then a Dutch "language sp...

492 Scotland 2017; Atlas Obscura Europe

29 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Two Scottish tour guides discuss share tips for planning a great Scottish getaway, with specifics on tracking down scenes from the "Outlander" and "Ha...

491 35 Miles from North Korea; Detroit Sightseeing; Being Slovenian

22 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author and Seoul-based foreign correspondent Michael Breen discusses how his fellow South Koreans regard their cousins to the north. Then a tour guide...

371a French Riviera; The Discovery of France; Paris Day Trips

15 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

French tour guides share tips for enjoying the highlights of the glittering Côte d'Azur, as well as recommendations for elegant day trips from P...

490 Travel Tech; The Story of China; Take Your Child to Europe

08 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Historian Michael Wood discusses how Westerners might better understand China, the world's new superpower, by learning more about its monumental achie...

489 Sarah Vowell American Hawaii; Rick Mercer Canada 150; Winning the Palio

01 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author and This American Life contributor Sarah Vowell tells us what she's recently learned about the Americanization of the Hawaiian islands. Then sa...

488 Enjoy Your Seat; Lisbon Neighborhoods; Buenos Aires Bio

24 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as Rick gets tips from frequent traveler Wendy on how to actually enjoy a long-distance flight in coach. Then we'll hear expert advice from Li...

487 Scandinavian Solstice; Italy 2017

17 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear how the summer solstice is celebrated in Scandinavia, where the official start of summer is a big deal. Then listen in as Italian friends discuss...

408a Europe's Royal Families; Agatha Christie's Grand Tour; Bloomsday In Dublin

10 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We start with a close look at how World War I upended the roles of Europe's monarchies, then hear about Agatha Christie's 1922 Grand Tour to promote t...

486 Greek Fun; Frommer's Guide to Disney World; Frommer's NYC

03 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hear what's new at the two most popular destinations in the US as the author of the Frommer's guidebook to Disney World shares tips for making the mos...

485 Germany Open Phones; 1,000 Places to See in the US

27 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Join us to get a German perspective on Deutschland's recent emergence as the leading nation of the European Union, and stay tuned as our tour-guide gu...

345a Italy's Decadent Desserts; Pasta Respect; Paris Food Markets

20 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Italian-food expert Fred Plotkin delves into the regional dessert specialties of Italy — and divulges the whereabouts of the best gelato in the ...

484 Macedonia; Senior Nomads

13 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"Senior nomads" Michael and Debbie Campbell discuss their travels among home shares around the world — and why, after three years, they plan to ...

483 Russia Grand Tour; London This Year; What Europeans Think of Americans

06 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author Lisa Dickey describes her recurring travels around Russia, where she explores how life keeps changing for the average local citizen. Then we'll...

343a Destination Space Station; Open Phones: Trip of a Lifetime

29 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Genuinely "down to earth" astronaut Cady Coleman joins us to describe what it's like living and working — for months at a time — on the In...

482 Andalucía April Fair; Walking England; City Squares

22 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A tour guide from Seville explains how its annual April Fair animates her city, and anchors a season of outdoor festivals in southern Spain. Then tour...

481 Saints of Spain; Footsteps of St. Paul; Michelangelo in Florence

15 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tour guides from Spain explain the importance of local saints to this festive country's national identity. Then actor David Suchet shares what he disc...

480 Turn Right at Machu Picchu; Sarah Vowell: Lafayette in the USA; Scotch

08 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Author Mark Adams shares what he learned about Incan history while trekking to Machu Picchu, just a century after it was revealed to the outside world...

479 Atlas Obscura America; The Not-Quite States; North Korea Holiday

01 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Folks from online magazine Atlas Obscura share some of their favorite American roadside attractions. Then author Doug Mack explains the unique stat...

478 Versailles; Being French; Understanding Israel in 60 Days or Less

25 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Rick and two French guides offer tips for planning a visit to the royal palace of Versailles and discuss contemporary issues facing France. Graphic No...

398a Traditional Irish Music; Being Irish; Belfast

18 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Give yourself an authentic Saint Patrick's Day as friends from Ireland demonstrate how traditional folk music continues to play an important role i...

477 Marty Essen’s Favorite Wild Animals; Ireland 2017

11 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Photographer Marty Essen talks to Rick about his close encounters with animals in their native environments. And guides from Ireland recommend their f...

476 American Women's History Sites; Diana Nyad; Wilderness Healing

04 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate 30 years of Women's History Month in the USA by visiting sites where women changed the nation's history, recommended by a former director of...

433a Food Regions of Spain; Carnival in Venice and Rhineland; Alt for Norge

25 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We'll hear about the local delicacies found on the various tapa menus across Spain. Then we'll learn more about the centuries-long traditions behind C...

475 Budapest Riverwalk; Understanding the Brexit Vote

18 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We'll take an audio stroll along the bustling banks of the Danube as it flows through the scenic heart of Budapest. Then we'll hear from some Brits ab...

474 Essential Sicily; If Venice Dies; Casanova

11 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A Sicilian tour guide lays out the essentials for exploring his distinctive sun-drenched island. Then a prominent Italian archaeologist discusses V...

473 Becoming a Road-Trip Pilgrim; China Tourism; Nationalism in Europe

04 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the rewards of being a "road-trip pilgrim," as explained by author Dan Austin. Then journalist Elizabeth Becker describes how China's mand...

381a Italy by Train; Italy: North Versus South

28 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

British author Tim Parks explains why the Italian rail system, which he depends on daily, means more to him than a mere means of transportation. Then ...

472 Saigon; David Suchet; Open Phones: Travel Plans

21 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Travel writer Dave Fox discusses everyday life as an American in Saigon, then British actor David Suchet explains why this year's 500-year annivers...

471 Cuba on the Line; Trespassing Across America

14 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Two Americans who've made their living in Cuba shed light on the influence Americans have there, then author Ken Ilgunas describes the 1700-mile trek ...

470 Greek Food; World's Smartest Travelers; 1,000 Places USA and Canada

07 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how eating like a Greek could be an ideal way to improve your diet in the new year. Then listen in as consumer-travel advocate Christopher Ellio...

469 Fresh Starts: Schultz and Sedaris; Outdoor Adventures; Unseen City

31 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Authors David Sedaris and Patricia Schultz encourage making travel plans in the new year. Chris Santella recommends getting outdoors for an adrenaline...

468 European Christmas

24 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Friends from Madrid, Rome, London, and Lisbon tell us how they celebrate the yuletide holidays. We'll also hear about small-town festivities in Hollan...

467 Holiday Roadfood; Best Chocolates in Europe; Holiday Travels; Prague Christmas

17 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Writers Jane and Michael Stern discuss wintertime comfort food served in America's roadside restaurants, then food and culture expert Fred Plotkin exp...

466 The Bonjour Effect; Reporting From Nicaragua

10 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Montreal-based authors of "The Bonjour Effect" discuss the unwritten rules of conversation in France, and the communication hurdles visitors face &mda...

465 German Christmas Markets; Andy Steves' Europe; Seoul

03 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Get into the holiday spirit by hearing about Germany's many outdoor Christmas markets, then listen in as Rick's son Andy Steves describes what kind of...

388a Digging Up England; Astronaut's View of Earth; Holy Land Travels

26 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about how Roman and prehistoric worlds are within reach just beneath Britain's surface. Then hear Commander Chris Hadfield describe what he's ca...

464 Hungarian Food; Harvest Time in Provence; Reproach of Hunger

19 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Two tour guides from Budapest tell us about Hungary's spicy culinary traditions, then author Marjorie R. Williams shares tips for finding exceptional ...

463 Understanding ISIS; The War Reporter

12 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

A leading international expert on terrorism, Loretta Napoleoni, tells us what she's learned about ISIS and their battlegrounds in the Middle East. Als...

462 Indigenous Arctic and Andes; Overbooked

05 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

A bestselling author of a book on the Northwest Passage describes how the Inuit of Canada and Greenland are responding to modern challenges posed by c...

382a Pirates of the Carolinas; Faeries of Ireland; Ghosts of San Francisco

29 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Just in time for Halloween and All Souls' Day, we'll explore the legacy of the real-life pirates who operated off the Carolina coast of colonial Ameri...

460 More Skyfaring; Marta Dusseldorp's Australia Home; Wieners

15 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

One of Australia's leading actors tells us what it means to explore the post-war 1950s and what she loves best about living in Sydney today. Also, a t...

459 Getting Around Spain; Madrid Side Trips; Andalucian Style

08 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate Spain's National Day with us as we learn about recent improvements to the country's high-speed passenger trains and freeways, then listen in...

452 Slow Train to Switzerland; Artist Safari; Joys of Travel

01 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how tourism as we know it was invented by middle-class, Victorian-era English travelers seeking a pleasure trip in the Swiss Alps. Then liste...

458 Adventure Divas; Norse Mythology; Acropolis

24 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Get a taste of Norse mythology and a glimpse of the Vikings' complex view of the cosmos. Plus, hear how Athens' Acropolis remains a powerful symbol of...

457 Visiting Bulgaria; European Coffees; Persian Mirrors; Saints of Italy

17 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

A tour guide from Sofia discusses how Bulgaria's changed since it joined the EU, professional foodie Fred Plotkin explains why coffee varies across Eu...

337a Indigenous Plight; Beauty in a Broken World; Ever-Evolving Berlin

10 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hear how author Terry Tempest Williams finds beauty in a broken world through the people she's met in her travels to Italy and Rwanda. Also, Phil Borg...

456 Bear Trekking; Wilderness Edens; Juan Villoro's Mexico City Insider

03 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rick interviews ecologist Chris Morgan who says that saving the habitat for bears can save the planet for the rest of us. Get a taste of what wildlife...

380a The Great Barrier Reef; Kiribati and Vanuatu

27 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Learn why the Great Barrier Reef — one of Earth's greatest natural wonders — is facing serious threats to its survival. Then author J. ...

455 Havana; Ken Burns National Parks; Great American Places

20 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rick shares notes on visiting Havana with Cuban travel expert Christopher P. Baker, then filmmaker Ken Burns discusses his documentary series celeb...