Sightseeing is more than just seeing. To get the full experience of a place, you need to feel, hear, taste, and smell it. On ...

Rick Steves shares how to avoid overpriced, underwhelming guides by finding local experts who enrich your trip with real ...

Economic uncertainty and political tensions may turn you off from taking a vacation, but according to Rick Steves, there are ...

August is vacation time in Europe. Entire towns seem to shut down as locals head to seaside escapes, eager to enjoy unforgettable beaches and the culture that comes with them. Let’s close our eyes, ...

France may be home to the tallest peak in the Alps (Mont Blanc), but it’s Switzerland’s Alps that are the high point for most ...

If there's one thing travel expert Rick Steves knows it's Europe. His popular Rick Steves' Europe public television program's 13th season comes out this October and he's also the host of the Travel ...

Rick Steves offers advice to help you enjoy a cool trip despite hot temperatures.

If you're currently mapping out a dream vacation to Europe, you already know that the cost of museum admissions, train tickets and food can add up fast. But one of the biggest hidden budget-killers of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Detroit, meet your tour guide. This weekend, travel guru Rick Steves is trading Eurail passes for baton cues as he joins the ...