Video: Absorbing Dutch History Out in the Open
22:14 21/09/2016
A tour guide is a teacher of culture, and in Europe, each country’s open-air folk museum provides the perfect classroom — a sprawling park filled with...
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Sharing the Joys of Discovery
1:14 20/09/2016
My life’s mission is teaching Europe to Americans in a meaningful and challenging way that is economic, efficient, unforgettable, and wildly fun. (With...
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Road to the table – why is it Michelin-starred?
20:51 14/09/2016
On the face of it, they are strange bedfellows, tyres and exquisite fine dining. Granted, I’ve had my share of steaks that could have easily doubled as a...
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Counting Olympic Gold: USA? Jamaica? Uzbekistan?
22:55 13/09/2016
USA! USA! USA! Yes, we dominated the Rio Olympics, our athletes were magnificent, and I’m really proud. But, as we Americans count our gold medals and...
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The Real Capital of Spain: Toledo
22:55 13/09/2016
Toledo, Spain, lies only a short distance from Madrid yet I’d highly recommend heading there for more than a day trip. Here’s why. The Road...
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My Return to Leading Tours
3:17 26/07/2016
I love being a tour guide. For more than 20 years, that was my primary work. But for well over a decade, I have not led a tour. (Instead, each year,...
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5 of the most indulgent luxury high teas of India and Sri Lanka
0:37 20/07/2016
India and Sri Lanka are home to some of the most remarkable hotels; from grand palaces that are now luxury properties to heritage icons immaculately...
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Coolest Ping-Pong Bars in Europe and the US
7:21 15/07/2016
It’s nearly the weekend and you are looking for a bar to hit with your friends to spend a joyful Friday night out. If you want to have some extra...
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Back in the Tour-Guiding Saddle
0:52 15/07/2016
For 25 years, I personally led lots of Rick Steves Europe Tours. But for the last decade or so, I’ve preferred to just ride along as a tour member...
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Clip: Fine Dining at a French Château
6:03 09/07/2016
From time to time, we share a random video to fuel your travel dreams. In this clip from my TV episode about Paris side-trips, my friend and co-author...
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