Travel

An extra 30 million pilgrims will congest Rome this Jubilee year while descending upon the Vatican. CREDIT: Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli, Rick Steves’ Europe
Rick Steves

Jubilee Year in Rome

What that means for visitors, including alternate sites to explore

By Rick Steves | February 25, 2025
Woman packing a suitcase after planning a long vacation. By Aaron Amat
Travel

Tips for Planning a Long Vacation

Set your sights on a lengthy and memorable vacation

By Laura Petrecca | February 21, 2025
Trails and lifts in Switzerland’s Berner Oberland lead to magnificent views of the region’s star attractions: (from left) the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains, among the breathtaking wonders on a Swiss Alps hike. CREDIT: Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli, Rick Steves’ Europe.
Rick Steves

From a Gourmet Cruise to a Swiss Alps Hike

Even a travel writer dreams of taking a vacation

By Rick Steves | February 21, 2025
Colorado National Monument near Grand Junction, Co.
Travel

Grand Junction Adventures and Luxuries

A lesser-known Colorado gem for natural beauty and creature comforts

By Kari Smith | February 14, 2025
On Prague’s Old Town Square, a medieval astronomical clock intrigues visitors; the spiky Týn Church towers in the background. Part of what you can see on a stroll through Prague. CREDIT: (Glenn Eriksen, Rick Steves’ Europe)
Rick Steves

An Enlightening Stroll Through Prague

Get a taste of the sight-filled city

By Rick Steves | February 11, 2025
The Dalí Theater-Museum is a treasure trove for fans of Surrealism. It's one of the top day trips from Barcelona. CREDIT: (Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe).
Rick Steves

Day Trips from Barcelona

Monasteries, beaches, Dalí sights, and more

By Rick Steves | February 4, 2025
Belfast's striking City Hall dominates the city center. Visit Northern Ireland and explore the Troubles in Belfast and the Titanic museum. (Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves' Europe)
Rick Steves

Exploring the ‘Troubles’ in Belfast

The best way to learn about the conflict – and about the Titanic

By Rick Steves | January 28, 2025
Walk the Promenade des Anglais in the sun-drenched city of Nice, France, to admire the azure Mediterranean and watch Europeans at play. (Rick Steves, Rick Steves' Europe)
Rick Steves

The Sun-Drenched City of Nice

Laid-back Italian vibes on the French Riviera

By Rick Steves | January 21, 2025
Le Yaca French restaurant, Williamsburg. Image by Brianne Manz. Part of Williamsburg Area Restaurant Week 2025
Food Finds

Williamsburg Area Restaurant Week 2025

Savor Colonial fare, French, seafood, barbecue, and more

By Annie Tobey | January 16, 2025
Madrid’s cobbled Plaza Mayor has seen centuries of history, from bullfights to carnival celebrations to gruesome events of the Inquisition. Start exploring from Puerta del Sol to see Madrid’s Royal Palace, the Plaza Mayor, and the Prado Museum. CREDIT: Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe.
Rick Steves

Exploring Madrid with Puerta del Sol As the Hub

The Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, and the Prado Museum

By Rick Steves | January 14, 2025

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