Rick Steves

The iconic Brandenburg Gate remains as one of Berlin's Cold War memories. It is the last of the original 14 gates that were part of Berlin’s old city wall. During the Cold War, the Brandenburg Gate became the symbol of a divided Berlin when it was trapped in the no-man’s-land of the Berlin Wall, between the communist East and capitalist West.
Rick Steves

Topography of Terror and Other Cold War Memories

The thriving, revitalized city of Berlin offers sobering glimpses of the past

By Rick Steves | April 9, 2024
Buoyant Bratislava, Old Town Walk Eurovea
Rick Steves

Buoyant Bratislava

The comeback kid of European capitals

By Rick Steves | April 2, 2024
Amsterdam Centraal train station is the starting point for any Amsterdam adventure: history, famous art, or mayonnaise-slathered fries. An appropriate starting place for exploring eclectic Amsterdam
Rick Steves

Eclectic Amsterdam

Choose your own adventure

By Rick Steves | March 26, 2024
In the Peloponnesian Peninsula: In a far-off corner of the Peloponnese, clan wars left the hill town of Vathia in ruins. CREDIT: Rick Steves
Rick Steves

The Greek Peloponnesian Peninsula

A raft of surprises await you

By Rick Steves | March 19, 2024
Norway’s rugged west coast is slashed by fjords — stunning inlets carved out by ancient glaciers. Of these, the Sognefjord – Norway’s longest (120 miles) and deepest (1 mile) – is tops. Ferries and catamarans connect visitors and locals alike to several of this sparsely populated region’s scenically situated villages and towns. For article on Norway’s fjord country. CREDIT: Rick Steves.
Rick Steves

Norway’s Fjord Country Blends Serenity with Grandeur

The highs and lows from a guidebook author’s perspective

By Rick Steves | March 12, 2024
The Sacher torte at home and cafe Sacher in Vienna, Austria.
Rick Steves

Sacher Torte and More Viennese Treats

A taste of high culture

By Rick Steves | March 7, 2024
On the Field of Miracles, Pisa's Baptistery is Italy's biggest, with interior ambience, a hexagonal pulpit, and impressive acoustics. For Rick Steves article on Pisa and Lucca in Italy
Rick Steves

Pisa and Lucca in Italy

Tuscany’s day-trip darlings

By Rick Steves | February 27, 2024
Slovenia: Ljubljana’s riverfront promenade is lined with quaint boutiques, great restaurants, and cafés ripe for people-watching. CREDIT: Rick Steves.
Rick Steves

Secret Slovenia

Shh! Don’t tell anyone about this European gem – just go!

By Rick Steves | February 20, 2024
Exploring inspirational Lisbon in Portugal: View from Largo Santa Luzia Miradouro Santa Luzia
Rick Steves

Exploring Lisbon in Portugal

An inspiration for travel – and travel writers

By Rick Steves | January 30, 2024
The Vienna State Opera hosts performances in the evening and tours during the day. Austria is for music lovers.
Rick Steves

Austria Is for Music Lovers

The musical soul of Austrians thrives in Salzburg, Vienna, and between

By Rick Steves | January 16, 2024

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