London is a huuuuuge city with far more to do than even the Rick Steves London list. You aren’t going to be able to see all of it with in three days. I’ve been seven times and every time I go, I uncover something new. So how, do you figure out what to do in London in ...
In the waning days of June, we convened in Reykjavík to begin filming our Iceland special: producer Simon, camera operator Karel, and (soon after) Rick. We used our first couple of days, before Rick’s arrival, to run around the city — and into the countryside — to film some b-ro...
I’m flying to Europe next month for a 40-day trip through a dozen great cities from London to Athens — and I’m proud that thousands of my fellow travelers will experience the European trip of their dreams while having rich learning experiences far from home on a 2022 Rick Steves tour...
I wish (kinda) I could say that I taste-tested every pasticciotto in Lecce, but in lieu of a fair, citywide sampling, I can attest at least to the fact that this particular little pie couldn’t hold a candle to Caffe L’intorno’s. The crust was thicker and the custard slightly ge...
Most of Europe's tap water is safe to drink, including the stuff from this streetside tap in Assisi. By Rick Steves Using discretion and common sense, I eat and drink whatever I like when I'm on the road. I've stayed healthy throughout a six-week trip traveling from Europe to India...
Seeing Paris on a bike tour gets you closer to the ground. (photo: Rick Steves) By Rick Steves In Europe, an afternoon on a bike — or a day, or weeks on end — gets you close to the ground and close to the people you came all this way to meet. Europeans love bicycles, and ...
https://www.ricksteves.com/tours/italy But keep in mind most of us feel these itineraries are too fast paced, OK as a tour group but not as DIY travel Try to stay 3 nights minimum in each location A 3 night stay really means just 2.5 days in that location for sightseeing, etc A ...
I just spent 10 days in a car exploring Britain. I forgot to note the mileage, but I started in London, scoured the Cotswolds, toured North Wales, and then drove up north to the Windermere Lake District (near Keswick), before returning to London. Total cost for diesel: £120 (abo...
By Rick Steves Your plane ticket to Europe will likely be your biggest trip expense. It pays to be on your toes to get the best deal. Where to Start If you're not using a travel agent, your first step is to research your options. Rather than checking each airline's website, I begi...
Last time I checked, Rick Steves was more than just a travel guru and writer – he IS an American citizen. He is entitled to his opinions, thoughts, and words, and he is entitled to post whatever he wishes on his website. He is allowed to wear more than one hat, people. Sheesh!