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St. Bavo’s Cathedral in picturesque Ghent houses the pearl of Flemish painting – the gigantic Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, which is perhaps the most stolen painting in existence. CREDIT: Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe.
Rick Steves

Picturesque Ghent

A walk through the historic Belgian city

By Rick Steves | January 6, 2026
Grandparents and granddaughter on a computer, perhaps doing a puzzle like the Jumble with a cow and magician
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Cow and Magician

Two scrambled word challenges – Jumble for Kids and the Classic

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | January 5, 2026
Poland’s last king built huge, idyllic Łazienki Park as a summer residence and place for his citizens to relax – and today, Poles still come to this spot in resilient Warsaw to do just that. CREDIT: Addie Mannan, Rick Steves’ Europe
Rick Steves

Resilient Warsaw

A comeback spirit carved by a harsh history

By Rick Steves | December 30, 2025
Woman on tablet, possibly playing Boggle the land formations or other puzzle. Image by Michael Zhang
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Boggle BrainBusters: Find the Land Formations

How many hidden words can you find?

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | December 29, 2025
In Liechtenstein’s towns, it’s common to see quaint churches bumping up against modern business buildings. CREDIT: Rick Steves, Rick Steves’ Europe.
Rick Steves

Little, Little Liechtenstein

A picturesque country you can tour in a day

By Rick Steves | December 23, 2025
grandparents and child on a laptop, perhaps doing a puzzle like Jumble online. Image by Suprijono Sujarjoto.
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Cows and Ponies

Two scrambled word challenges – Jumble for Kids and the Classic

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | December 22, 2025
With its 52 towers, witch-hat turrets, and nearly two miles of ramparts, Carcassonne is France’s ultimate walled city. CREDIT: Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe. Tips for visiting the fortified medieval town of Carcassonne in Languedoc, France,
Rick Steves

Tips for Visiting Carcassonne

The fortress city of your travel dreams

December 16, 2025
In Paris, “bouquinistes” sell used books and memorabilia from green metal stalls that line the Left Bank of the Seine River. CREDIT:(Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe). Bibliophiles don’t leave their love for books behind when they travel! Travel pro Rick Steve shares his picks in Europe for bookworms.
Books

Europe for Bookworms

Best European cities and sights for book lovers

By Rick Steves | December 9, 2025
Granddad and grandson on a computer tablet, possibly doing puzzles or games
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: T-Rex and Corner Store

Two scrambled word challenges – Jumble for Kids and the Classic

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | December 8, 2025
If the second city of Rotterdam has a single bold icon representing its modern approach to architecture, it’s Piet Blom’s funky cubed houses. CREDIT:(Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe)
Rick Steves

The ‘Second City’ of Rotterdam

Where Dutch quaint meets bold modernity

By Rick Steves | December 2, 2025

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