Podcast · 65 episodes
Travel with Rick Steves, page 2
by Rick Steves · English
A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.ricksteves.com
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828 Orvieto; Taking the Train; India by RailOrvieto, Italy’s hill-town history and underground Etruscan sites, plus why authors prefer train travel in Europe and India (convenient, social, and environmentally better than short-haul flights).11 Apr 2026 · 52 min · 18 chapters
827 The Grand Tour; Touring Today; Sagrada Família 2026Barcelona’s Sagrada Família nears completion for Gaudí’s 100th death anniversary (June 10, 2026), plus how tourism evolved from the “Grand Tour” to today’s tech-driven travel planning and booking.4 Apr 2026 · 52 min · 21 chapters
826 Ask the Senior Nomads; What Europeans Are Talking AboutTwo-part episode. First, “Ask the Senior Nomads” answers listener questions about long-term travel, relationships, budgets, healthcare, and choosing “home” for part of the year.28 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 26 chapters
748a Quirky Oslo; Last Empty Places; HerbalIn this episode of *Travel with Rick Steves*, host Rick Steves explores quirky aspects of life in Oslo with American expat Curtis Rojak, discusses the uninhabited and remote areas of America with…21 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 19 chapters
825 First Timer's Ireland; At Home in IrelandA weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and experiences that add sparkle to life.14 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 24 chapters
824 Pre-Columbian Mexico City; Unearthing Pompeii; Shortest History of FrancePre-Columbian Mexico City; Unearthing Pompeii; Shortest History of France7 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 17 chapters
823 The View from Europe; Stonecutter’s Tour of EuropeIn this episode, Rick Steves converses with a panel of European tour guides regarding the evolving political relationships between the United States and their respective countries.28 Feb 2026 · 52 min · 23 chapters
822 Estonia Today; European BeerThis episode features a discussion with Estonia expert Neil Taylor about the emerging tourism scene in Estonia, highlighting the country's medieval charm and vibrant culture.21 Feb 2026 · 52 min · 17 chapters
744a Falling for Saturn; Heart of Martin Sheen; Florentine FavoritesIn this episode of "Travel with Rick Steves," host Rick Steves converses with a diverse group of guests, including astronomer Philip Plait, actor Martin Sheen, and culinary expert Toni Mazaglia, each…14 Feb 2026 · 52 min · 19 chapters
821 Expert On Board; Foreign Correspondent Lyse DoucetIn this episode of "Travel with Rick Steves," host Rick Steves engages with two distinguished guests.7 Feb 2026 · 52 min · 15 chapters
820 Vietnam; Touring the Mississippi RiverIn this episode, Rick Steves engages with travel writer Joshua Zulkas, who shares insights about Vietnam, a country he has called home for nearly 20 years.31 Jan 2026 · 52 min · 23 chapters
819 Swiss Riviera; How to Plan a Safari; Take a Hike in EuropeIn this episode of "Travel with Rick Steves," Rick discusses three main topics:24 Jan 2026 · 52 min · 22 chapters
690a Hamburg; The Art of Europe; Extreme SportsIn this episode, Rick Steves explores diverse topics including the cultural richness of Hamburg, insights from his "Art of Europe" TV series, and discussions on extreme sports with New York Times…17 Jan 2026 · 52 min · 22 chapters
818 Amsterdam Museums; Regenerating London; European Borders818 Amsterdam Museums; Regenerating London; European Borders10 Jan 2026 · 52 min · 21 chapters
817 Budget Travel Tips; Moonlight Express; Hola South AmericaIn this episode titled "Budget Travel Tips; Moonlight Express; Hola South America," travel blogger Matt Kepnes shares effective strategies for budget travel, journalist Monisha Rajesh discusses the…3 Jan 2026 · 52 min · 27 chapters
816 Vesterheim; Atlas Obscura Curiosities; Lessons Learned816 Vesterheim; Atlas Obscura Curiosities; Lessons Learned27 Dec 2025 · 52 min
427c Christmas in London, Umbria, France, Norway, Greece, Basque CountryIn this festive episode of *Travel with Rick Steves*, host Rick Steves explores unique Christmas traditions across Europe, specifically in London, Umbria (Italy), France, Norway, Greece, and the…20 Dec 2025 · 52 min
815 Sacred Paris; Newgrange Solstice; Finnish Sauna; Christmas in Estonia, Rome, VeniceIn this episode, Rick Steves explores various aspects of winter traditions and sacred sites in Europe, focusing on Parisian churches, the winter solstice at Newgrange in Ireland, Finnish sauna…13 Dec 2025 · 52 min
814 Tuesdays at the Louvre; StoneIn this episode, host Rick Steves engages with guests Elaine Sciolino and Richard Rhodes to delve into the behind-the-scenes workings of the Louvre Museum in Paris and the intricate art of stone…6 Dec 2025 · 52 min
495b National Parks Dinner Party; The Great Southwest; Utah's Craziest Bike Ride495b National Parks Dinner Party; The Great Southwest; Utah's Craziest Bike Ride29 Nov 2025 · 52 min
813 20th-Century France; Finest Hotel in Kabul; Photogenic Scotland20th-Century France; Finest Hotel in Kabul; Photogenic Scotland22 Nov 2025 · 52 min
812 What's New in Venice; The Senior Nomads Come Home; Food Tours in Europe812 What's New in Venice; The Senior Nomads Come Home; Food Tours in Europe15 Nov 2025 · 52 min
811 Slavic Europe; Running with the Bulls; Checking InIn this episode of *Travel with Rick Steves*, host Rick Steves converses with guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt about the beauty and cultural richness of Slavic European nations.8 Nov 2025 · 52 min
810 Gothic Literary Tourism; Mexico's Day of the Dead; Spooky New OrleansGothic Literary Tourism; Mexico's Day of the Dead; Spooky New Orleans1 Nov 2025 · 52 min