Rick Steves' Europe
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Rick Steves' Europe is a multi-faceted travel company that's committed to creating an environment of inclusiveness where every person feels welcome and valued. Our mission is to inspire, inform, and equip Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. Our primary business is the design, marketing, and management of guided European tours. In addition, we also produce a public television series and radio show, write an array of travel guidebooks, maintain an extensive travel website, teach travel classes, and market an exclusive line of travel gear. Source
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Search ArticlesTips for Beating the Heat in Europe
Heat waves are becoming the new summertime normal across Europe — and while Europe is doing its best to adapt, travelers need to as well. With the following advice in mind, you can enjoy a cool trip despite hot temps. Time your trip with climes in mind. Save July and August for the Alps and northern Europe, and visit the warmest destinations at cooler times.
Magic Moments from Scandinavia
Scandinavia welcomes visitors with stunning natural beauty, rich Viking lore, modern European values, and fun-loving cities. It's one of Europe's most enjoyable corners — but don't take our word for it. Here are just a few "wow" moments from recent Best of Scandinavia tour members. "The stays in Stockholm and Copenhagen were excellent. Ærø Island and the fjord boat trip were breathtaking.
Slideshow: Best of Scandinavian Capitals, Day by Day
Rick Steves' Best of Scandinavian Capitals in 10 Days Tour On this tour, you'll city-hop between the capitals of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway experiencing the royal castles, cutting-edge design, seafaring legends, and cozy traditions of Scandinavia.
Slideshow: Best of Athens & Nafplio, Day by Day
Rick Steves' Best of Athens & Nafplio in 8 Days Tour With an expert Rick Steves' Europe guide leading the way, on this tour you'll travel back to ancient Athens' Golden Age at the majestic Acropolis and Agora, take the stage at the perfectly preserved theater of Epidavros, meander mythic Mycenae, commune with friendly farmers, and learn to cook — and dance — as the Greeks do. Let's go… Day 1: Welcome to Athens We'll gather at our hotel for a "Welcome to Athens" group meeting.
Small Farmers are Going Global
While big agriculture — like sugar and coffee — is well connected with the global economy, a formidable challenge in the fight against poverty is for landless family farmers to also get into the game. High in the hills of Guatemala, an NGO has helped Pedro and Ana buy land, and councils them to maximize their yield and profit. Pedro used to leave his family for work in the coffee plantations. He still works hard, but now he's independent — the loan's paid off, and he owns the land.
Cruising the Mediterranean
Cruising the Mediterranean VIDEO In this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We'll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore — savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways.
Stunting and Child Nutrition
Laura Melo, who runs the UN's World Food Program in Guatemala, dedicates her work to nutrition education in vulnerable communities. Laura: Guatemala has a very serious problem when it comes to poverty and chronic malnutrition — what we normally call "stunting." Stunting is a global problem. It's a problem that affects many countries. Unfortunately, Guatemala is one of the top four countries in terms of prevalence of stunting. It's a very serious, but invisible problem.
Travel, Freedom, and Our Rights with Rick Steves and ACLU’s Anthony Romero
Enjoy our live Monday Night Travel party with this video recorded on October 20, 2025. Anthony Romero, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union and an enthusiastic traveler, joins Rick Steves for a timely discussion on the importance and fragility of civil liberties — both at home and abroad.
Comparing Rick Steves Italy Tours
Comparing Rick Steves Italy tours is like comparing fine wine: Deciding to go to Italy is pretty easy (it's all good), but figuring out what to see in a single trip makes the choosing part a lot harder! Let's get started on the path to clarity by comparing the features of our Italy tours. And away we go… Best of Italy in 17 Days tour This tour covers the most places in Italy on a single itinerary, including cities, hill towns, seaside, lakes, and mountains.
Rome, Florence & Venice Guidebook
What's Included In Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice you'll find in-depth Rick-tested information on the best sights, hotels, and restaurants for: Rome Including self-guided "Dolce Vita Stroll" from Piazza del Popolo to the Spanish Steps and "Heart of Rome" walk from Campo de' Fiori to the Spanish Steps, plus self-guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Imperial Forums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Vatican Museums Florence Including self-guided "Renaissance Walk" from the Duomo to...