Europe is rich in history, but its splendid castles, antique churches, and age-old ruins tell only part of the story. To dig even deeper in time – much deeper – visit a cave. Some of my favorites, in ...

When traveling in the Netherlands – with its canals, windmills, and tulip fields – it all seems so cute and sweet; you may find yourself exclaiming, “Everything’s just so…Dutch!” ...

I’m all about traveling efficiently — and a great way to do that is by savoring local cuisine as you soak up the splendor of the place you came to see. While restaurants with a view often come with a ...

I’m going to be brutally frank: Many Americans’ overseas trips suffer because they’re treated like “ugly tourists.” But those who are treated like ugly tourists are treated that way because they are ...

Steves is a realist when it comes to the cost of the average European vacation, but is the ultimate optimist about finding ways to save when you can. "Europe is expensive. Prices are high for ...

While London sits upon an ancient Roman foundation (Londinium), today’s city was shaped in a powerful way by England’s ...

I’m really into “second cities” these days. For generations, Industrial Age powerhouses in Europe turned into what we would call “the rust belt,” while their elegant “first city” counterparts enjoyed ...

Who hasn't fantasized about wandering Europe's fabled cobblestone streets, tossing a coin into Rome's Trevi Fountain and exploring the Roman Colosseum, savoring a croissant beneath Paris's Eiffel ...

If you want to eat well abroad and not fall for mediocre tourist traps that will price-gouge you, then listen to expert ...

The travel writer and host of 'Rick Steves Europe' shares an update after prostate cancer diagnosis to encourage men to 'say ...