Travel with Rick Steves
Episodes
454 Gaelic Sport; An Ex-Pat's Vietnam; Open Phones-European Travels
13 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
As Ireland gears up for another All-Ireland Championship, find out how Gaelic sports reflect a distinctly Irish identity. Hear what it's like for a...
453 Rome Neighborhoods; Will Hide's Crazy Rides; Former-Yugoslavia Today
06 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips for how to "do as the Romans do" in Rome's modern-day neighborhoods. Hear about the travel writer Will Hide's latest crazy rides, from cyclin...
410a Marrying an American; Flatlands; Sightseeing Communist History
30 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the best places to visit in Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic to get a feel for what Communist-era life was like behind the Iron ...
340a Joanna Lumley's Nile; Open Phones: Fantastic Travels
23 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Actress Joanna Lumley details her trip of a lifetime: a 4,000-mile trek up the Nile River all the way to its source, the swampy highlands of Rwanda...
451 Lighthouses; Being Welsh; Working for the Earl at Stanway House
16 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the important role lighthouses played in the 19th century, and which are the most interesting to visit in the US and France. Then hear ...
450 Bastille Day in France; The Only Street in Paris; Americans in Paris
09 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Historian David McCullough introduces us to some of the most influential "Americans in Paris" of the 19th century, who returned home to apply the less...
449 Siena Palio; Mississippi Delta; Asian-American Immigration Stories
02 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Art-history scholar and tour guide Anna Piperato tells us how Siena’s high-spirited Palio horse race is a high point of the Tuscan summertime...
448 Those Friendly Canadians; Pacific Conflicts; Summer in Slovenia
25 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
NPR correspondent Eric Weiner tells us why Canada's one of his favorite summer road-trip destinations. Then author Simon Winchester discusses the grow...
391a Lake Titicaca; Latino America; South Carolina Low Country
18 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the heritage of the South Carolina Low Country, home to resorts, historical centers, and plenty of rice and seafood. Discover how you can s...
447 Hungarian Hot Springs; Peru's Boiling River; Padova
11 Jun 2016
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 sa...
446 Wild Europe; Greece 2016; France 2016
04 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The producer of "Bear Trek" talks about the bears and wolves that still live in Romania, Scotland, and the Alps, and discusses efforts to "re-...
445 Paul Theroux Deep South; More World War I Sites
28 May 2016
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...
338a Tastes of Italy, Paris, and Basque Country
21 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Tour guides from Paris and the Spanish Basque Country share recommendations for enjoying their local cuisine, and food writer Fred Plotkin helps us ap...
444 Urban Australia; Epic Family Road Trip; Nordic Cousins
14 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Get an inside look at the mostly friendly rivalries between Sweden and Norway. Then hear from a family midway through their epic drive across North Am...
443 How Berlin Remembers; Visiting Spain 2016; Sagre Festivals of Italy
07 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how Berlin uses its monuments to teach new generations to remember the city's turbulent history. Then get insider tips for planning a ge...
442 Greek Easter; England North and East; Juan Villoro's Mexican Confessional
30 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hear about some of the customs that Greeks observe in the days leading up to Orthodox Easter. Then British tour guides recommend places to visit in th...
441 Armenian Odyssey; Babushkas of Chernobyl; Greening Up India
23 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Find out about a group of grandmothers who are defying the odds by living in Chernobyl. Then learn how environmental problems in India are making us r...
375a Prague's Coronation Way; Portugal's Algarve; Drive Me Wild
16 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how you can view 10 centuries of architecture when you walk along the Coronation Way in Old Town Prague. Then learn about Portugal's sunny Algarv...
440 Changing Cuba 2016; Life and Death in the Andes
09 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
An expert updates Rick Steves on the practicalities of American travel to Cuba and how increased demand is affecting tourism there. Also, screenwri...
439 Madagascar; Edinburgh 2016; David McCullough's Favorites
02 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Adventure traveler Hilary Bradt tells us why Madagascar is her favorite place in the world to explore. Then guides from Scotland share sightseeing adv...
438 Saints of Italy; Jubilee Year in Rome; Michelangelo's Masterpieces
26 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hear why patron saints are so important to Siena, then get tips from guides in Rome for navigating the crowds during the Vatican's 2016 Jubilee Year o...
335a Family Croatia; Bumpy Balkans; Exploring Northern Italy
19 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hear what two Americans learned about a different way of life after immersing themselves in everyday life in the Balkans, including Croatia. Then list...
437 Speaking in Irish; Ireland 2016; Lingo of Europe
12 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Linguist Gaston Dorren tells us how languages reveal the personalities and history of the lands in which we travel. We'll also learn how the once-bann...
436 Wandering Indonesia; Refugees in Europe Part 2; Issues in Spain
05 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist and epidemiologist Elizabeth Pisani tells us how easy it is to connect with people while traveling in Indonesia — a surprising, engag...
386a Globetrotting with Kids; Off-Season Travels
27 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Two moms share their tips, and enthusiasm, for globetrotting and "world-schooling" with younger children. Then listeners describe how they've enjoyed ...
435 Lessons from Europe; Refugee Crisis, Part 1
20 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Plotkin, author of "Italy for the Gourmet Traveler," shares ideas he gleaned from the recent Milan Expo on how the world is tackling the challeng...
434 New Northwest Passage; Dispatches from Pluto, Mississippi; More Serendipity
13 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Novelist Kathleen Winter describes how her Northwest Passage voyage through the Canadian Arctic taught her to view the world in a new light. Then j...
433 Food Regions of Spain; Carnival in Venice & Rhineland; Alt for Norge
06 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the Norwegian TV show that's helped many Americans discover their old-country ancestry, then get to know the centuries of traditions behin...
432 Global Hunger; Gloria Steinem's Travels; Money on the Road
30 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Writer and international-development expert David Rieff describes what seems to be working — and what isn't — in the quest to end hunge...
431 Delft; the Pacific; Survivors
23 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A Dutch tour guide shares the charms of her historic hometown of Delft, then author Simon Winchester tells us why he believes the Pacific Rim defines ...
366a Our Correspondent in India; the World of Madhur Jaffrey; Chaos, Italian Style
16 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Get a personal look at India as BBC reporter Nick Bryant tells us what he learned about Indian society while he was stationed in New Delhi, and act...
430 Being Sicilian; Geography of Genius; Tokyo 2016
09 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A pair of native-born Sicilian tour guides tell us what matters most about the "intensified Italy" of the island they call home. Then Eric Weiner, aut...
429 Fresh Start in Ireland; Travel Smarts; Travel Plans
02 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how an American found delight, and a fresh start, in rural Ireland — even after an unwelcome medical diagnosis ended his career. Then consu...
428 The Joy of Pasta; European New Year's Traditions; Swiss Party
26 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear about New Year's customs and superstitions of Belgium, Portugal, Turkey, Wales, the Netherlands, Spain, Sicily, Hungary, and Scotland. Then brigh...
270c International Christmas Party
19 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear about holiday traditions in Wales, Hungary, Sicily, and Scotland, then learn about the unique ways people light up the season in Santa Fe —...
427 More European Christmas Traditions
12 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing says Christmas like fresh oysters and fermented trout — at least according to some Europeans. Learn about the yuletide traditions of Fra...
426 American Lighthouses; Skyfaring; Travel Tales; the Longbow
05 Dec 2015
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...
317a The Inca Trail; Ottoman Turkey; Medieval Castles in Wales
28 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how you can get close to the ancients by hiking Peru's Inca Trail, and get tips for enjoying Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Then we'll zoom in on two...
425 Jamón; Scandinavian Cuisine; A Tavola in Italy; 'Life from Scratch'
21 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear what makes Spain's jamón the best ham in the world, then learn about the traditional comfort foods of Scandinavia, and the after-dinner cu...
424 The Cotswolds; Joanna Lumley's Greece, part 2; Unlikely Ski Resorts; Reykjavík Night Out
14 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
British actress Joanna Lumley takes us on a soulful journey from Athens into northern Greece. Guides from Britain help us plan a getaway into England'...
423 Backdoor Balkans; World War I Travel Sites; Kraków
07 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
As Europe observes the centennial of the "Great War," learn about the WWI sites you can visit to better understand American doughboys' role on the bat...
304a Haunted Europe; Haunted America; Sweet Tooth
31 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listeners tell us about eerie encounters they've had while traveling in England and France. Then ghost hunter Terrance Zepke describes some of the mos...
422 Chaos Italian-Style; Visiting Colombia; Asian America
24 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Learn why Colombia is turning into one of South America's prime tourist destinations. And as we mark the 50-year anniversary of the Immigration Act of...
384a Oklahoma City; Honolulu; A Blue Mind
17 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how recent upgrades to Oklahoma City have helped to turn it into a "big-league" city. Then eavesdrop on some local buzz around town in Honolulu, ...
421 Monet's Garden Passion; Ireland's Ring of Kerry; The Carry Home
10 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Elizabeth Murray tells how her life was changed by working in painter Claude Monet's gardens outside Paris. Then Irish tour guides t...
420 Music of Spain; Space Station Living; Canine-American Road Trip
03 Oct 2015
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...
419 Porto and the Douro Valley; Midnight in Siberia; Scottish Pub Talk
26 Sep 2015
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 N...
342a Rome After Dark; Underground NYC
19 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
People-watching and relaxing in the night air in one of Rome’s picturesque public piazzas: Get tips for enjoying Rome’s more intimate s...
418 Bath, England; Yucatan Living; What They're Talking About in Spain
12 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Find out why Bath is an ideal city to visit for a little R&R in the English countryside, then hear why one American expat, who runs a popular website ...
417 Scandinavian Smackdown; Road Trips with the Green Book
05 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Did you hear the one about the Swede, the Norwegian, and the Dane? Hear about what Scandinavians tend to think about their Nordic neighbors, and the s...
296a Appalachian Trails; John Brown
29 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as we rock the cradle of country music, from kitchy Dollywood to all-day mountain-music jams along Virginia's "Crooked Road." Tony Horwitz e...
416 Irish Legacy of Michael Collins; Boxing with Cuba; Katrina Plus Ten
22 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist Gary Rivlin tells us how he's seen New Orleans change in the 10 years since Hurricane Katrina. Also, Brin-Jonathan Butler describes what a ...
415 Unearthing the 'Stans; Ephesus; Oxford vs. Cambridge
15 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how photojournalist David Adams journeyed to Afghanistan and central Asia in search of the lost cities encountered by Alexander the Great. Lea...
414 David McCullough on the Wright Brothers; First Impressions of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
08 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
David McCullough recounts a big day in aviation history, when the Wright Brothers first demonstrated powered flight to an eager audience ― in France...
413 Folk Music of Italy; Swiss Watching; Weekend in Wales
01 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
A British ex-pat tells us what it's like to live in Switzerland, and explains why the Swiss are deliberately different from the rest of their European...
325a The Desert Wisdom of Terry Tempest Williams; Sahara by Motorbike
25 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Naturalist Terry Tempest Williams reflects on a mystery her late mother left behind, and explains her drive to speak out on behalf of the rugged Utah ...
412 The Birth of Korean Cool; Pico Iyer in North Korea
18 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Author Euny Hong explains how South Korea has transformed into an economic and pop-culture powerhouse to become one of the world's "coolest" countr...
411 Future of France; Parisians; Open Phones
11 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Hear French views on the tensions that free speech can raise in a multicultural nation. Author Graham Robb introduces us to some of the people that ha...
410 Marrying An American; Flatlands; Sightseeing Communist History
04 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Guides from Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic tell us about some of the sites you can visit to get a feel for the Communist era in central and e...
315a Falling in Love with Madrid; Romantic Prague; Travel Kindness
27 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Find out why Madrid and Prague are two of the most romantic cities in Europe as local tour guides describe outstanding architecture, peaceful gardens,...
409 Insider's Guide to Venice; Touring Norway
20 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the charming backstreets of Venice as local guides offer insider advice for avoiding the crush of tourists. Experience the elegance of Venice ...
408 Europe's Royal Families; Agatha Christie's Grand Tour; Walking Dublin
13 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Just in time for "Bloomsday," a Dublin tour guide takes us on an audio walk past the city's must-see sights for fans of James Joyce's "Ulysses." Then ...
407 Unofficial Guide to Disney World; Flying with Kids; Lemurs of Madagascar
06 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips from the author of the best-selling "Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World" on how to enjoy the Disney theme parks without getting overwhelme...
405 What Italians Are Talking About; Visiting England's Estate Houses
30 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get insider tips for which of Britain's many tourable historic mansions and stately homes are the most rewarding to visit, and which of those offer th...
406 Breakfast In America; Four Corners Road Trip; Indonesia Etc.
23 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Elizabeth Pisani shares tales of her year-long voyage to get reacquainted with the world's fourth most populous country ― what she call...
404 Politics in Turkey; Greek Mythology Sites; Holland
16 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We follow up with friends from Turkey who participated in Istanbul's 2013 Gezi Park protests and learn why there's still a populist movement against t...
403 Into the Wind; Nomadic Matt's Budget Travel Tips; Listener Adventures
09 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Ducey describes what the world taught him after he dropped out of college and spent half a year wandering far from home, then blogger "Nomadic Ma...
401 Ceramic Arts of Portugal; EU Immigration Issues; Trans-Siberian Railway
02 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
NPR's former Moscow correspondent David Greene joins us to describe his winter ride on the Trans-Siberian Railway, and share what it taught him abo...
336a Waters of Rome; Ferenc Mate at Sea; Outdoor France
18 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about how the waters of Rome — from its ornate fountains to a shrine for the Venus of the Sewers — can be a refreshing way to explor...
303a Hungarian Country Vacation; Basque Country
11 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get suggestions for relaxing in Hungary’s countryside, long a favorite for low-stress family vacations. Rick also checks in with listeners plann...
400 Astronaut's Favorite Views; Nowhere Travels; Hilary Bradt; Summer of '73
04 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as astronaut Chris Hadfield and writer Pico Iyer describe the life-altering perspectives they’ve gained from their travels. Then Rick ...
399 Cuba for American Travelers; Easter in Sevilla
28 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Christopher P. Baker, one of America's top experts on travel to Cuba, reports on the reaction in the streets of Havana to President Ob...
339a Mexico Road Trips; 21st-Century Women in Italy; Open Phones
21 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips for exploring Mexico at your own pace as the experts behind “The People's Guide to Mexico” offer tips for enjoying an independ...
398 Traditional Irish Music; How to Be Irish; Exploring Belfast
14 Mar 2015
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 in t...
397 Dynamic Berlin; Debating the European Economic Crisis
07 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get a peek behind the news to hear first-hand how Spaniards and Greeks are coping with Europe’s economic crisis — then hear the other side...
319a Europe by Rail; American Comfort Food; European Travel Reports
28 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
One of America's top experts on European train travel shares her tips for making the most of Europe's extensive train network, and explains how rail p...
396 Belgium's Split Personality; Scotland Post-Referendum; the Lusitania
21 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get personal insights on what persuaded the Scottish people to vote 'Nae' in their recent independence referendum, and hear an overview of the two per...
395 Monet's Passion; the French House; Marrying an Italian
14 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as an artist who helped restore Monet’s gardens explains why the French painter first created these colorful gardens at his house outs...
394 Istanbul Street Food; Karneval in the Rhineland and Balkans; More Holy Land Travels
07 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips for eating well on the cheap in Istanbul, where street vendors and inexpensive cafeterias offer great local food amid the city’s vibran...
393 Convent Inns of Italy; Travels with the Band; Protecting the Pacific
31 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Find out what's been threatening the mid-Pacific...and what’s being done to protect it. Then learn about an unusual — and often comfort...
332a Regions of France; Châteaux Country; Ancient Stones of Brittany
24 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we take a look at regional highlights beyond Paris, such as the vineyards and mansions of the Loire Valley. We'll also learn about the...
392 Ireland's W. B. Yeats; Scotland's Robert Burns; Agatha Christie's England
17 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We look at how important the poet W. B Yeats is to the Irish, then Agatha Christie’s grandson recommends places in England where you experience ...
391 Lake Titicaca; Latino America; South Carolina Low Country
10 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the highlights of the South Carolina Low Country, home to antebellum architecture, wildlife preserves, and plenty of rice and seafood. Then di...
390 Africa 54 Update; Fortunes of Africa; Stovetop Travel
03 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Francis Tapon checks in with Rick at the halfway point of his goal to explore each of Africa's 54 countries. African historian Martin Meredith explain...
389 European New Year's; Spanish Wine; Alexander's Lost World
27 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how people in Sweden, Croatia, Wales, and Scotland welcome in the new year, then learn how Spanish wines are making a splash — and get tips...
228c European Christmas Preparations
20 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In Europe, Santa Claus has some rather interesting relatives. Get acquainted with such characters as Baba Noel, Grandfather Frost, Saint Nicholas, ...
388 Digging England; Astronaut's View of Earth; Holy Land Travels
13 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Look at the world in a whole new light: Hear about a view that's "out of this world" as astronaut Commander Chris Hadfield describes the photos he too...
387 Surviving Sinterklaas; Joanna Lumley's Greek Odyssey
06 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Experience vicarious time travel as actress Joanna Lumley describes the memorable connections she made at the iconic sites of ancient Greece, then hea...
386 Globetrotting with Kids; Off-Season Travels
29 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how to make traveling abroad into a favorite family pastime, as two moms share their tips, and enthusiasm, for overseas travel with kids. The...
278b The Table Comes First in France; A Taste of Portugal
22 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Gopnik explains why "The Table Comes First in France," and how taking time to eat with joy and appreciation can make every dinnertime into an occ...
385 Scottish Hebrides; St. Vincent and the Grenadines; Move To Tahiti
15 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how the light and color of the Caribbean inspired a dazzling photo book by novelist Ferenc Máté – who, having sailed to the W...
384 Oklahoma City; Honolulu; A Blue Mind
08 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how recent upgrades have helped turn Oklahoma City into a "big-league city." And hear what people are talking about in Honolulu, and how t...
383 Live Like a Spaniard; Buenos Aires; Feedback Open Phones
01 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Hear about why Buenos Aires is one of the world’s most popular cities from an American who's made Argentina his home. Then learn how to fi...
382 Pirates of the Carolinas; Faeries of Ireland; Ghosts of San Francisco
25 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We'll explore the legacy of the real-life pirates who operated off the Carolina coast in colonial America. Next, a pair of Irishmen clue us in on the ...
302a Turkey's Black Sea Coast; Ancient World Sightseeing; Walk Through Tangier
18 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Get tips for viewing ancient temples, amphitheaters and cities in Greece, Turkey and Egypt through the eyes of the people who lived there long ago....
381 Italy By Train; Italy North and South
11 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In Italy, the journey is always an adventure. Author Tim Parks helps us appreciate how the Italian rail system works, and why it's more than mere tran...
380 The Great Barrier Reef; Kiribati and Vanuatu
04 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Australia and the serious threats it's facing to its survival. Also, author J Maarten Troost intro...
322a Stones of England; Stockholm Al Fresco, The Finnish Sauna
27 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
A guide shows us how to enjoy the Swedish capital al fresco, where the locals make it a priority to get outdoors, any time of year. We'll also explore...
379 Biking in Amsterdam; How Paris Became Paris; Open Phones: Paris
20 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how easy it is to cycle almost anywhere in The Netherlands. Also, learn how Paris was a leader in designing attractive plazas and parks that ...
378 Greek Islands; European Coffee Culture; European Media
13 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We'll explore some options for enjoying the climate and culture of Greece — with or without cruise-ship crowds — and get some advice on...