When it comes to finding the absolute best destination location in Europe for your vacation, you might want to consider avoiding more popular options.

Toledo, Spain, is a beautiful city as well as a popular tourist destination, and travel guru Rick Steves has a pertinent tip ...

European travel expert Rick Steves warns visitors to the continent to keep abreast of their surroundings, particularly ...

Steves says visitors to the region face, "concrete, pollution, ridiculous prices, and traffic jams," and that it's not going to give you any sense of the real culture of southern Spain.

©2025 Rick Steves. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Public art, such as Joan Miró’s mural on the Ramblas, fits seamlessly into Barcelona’s street life.

Many Americans’ overseas trips suffer because they’re treated like “ugly tourists.” But those who are treated like ugly ...

Rick Steves explains European tipping norms so travelers can avoid confusion, steer clear of blunders, and tip appropriately ...

When planning your European vacation, you might be able to save more money than you realize once you factor in different ...

While on a trip to Barcelona, Rick Steves says there's one tourist trap worth visiting to get a popular souvenir that will make any sports fan happy.

Don't let tourist crowds and high prices ruin your Portugal vacation. Time your trip according to Rick Steves' advice for an ...

According to Rick Steves, tourists often over-exaggerate the fingertip kiss (also called a chef's kiss) used in Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and other countries to communicate that something is ...