This week on the Travel with Rick Steves radio show: One of Rick's favorite Venice tour guides lets us in on changes afoot in Italy's city of dreams. Then the tireless Senior Nomads share lessons from a dozen years on the road as they unpack their suitcases and settle down for good. And a gastronomic guide invites us to dig into the best bites from across the continent. Find your local station, subscribe to the podcast, or listen online at www.ricksteves.com/radio #RickSteves #RickStevesEurope #

I recently spent ten days with the newest batch of Rick Steves guides in Italy — sharing with them our style of tour guiding. For example, here in the Roman Forum, we’re learning guiding techniques from our favorite Roman guide, Francesca Caruso. There’s something special about a Rick Steves tour guide. (That’s why half of the people who take a Rick Steves tour are return travelers.) | Rick Steves