Podcast · 65 episodes
Travel with Rick Steves, page 3
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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809 Women of Pompeii; Lesser-Known Greek Isles; Weird IrelandWomen of Pompeii; Lesser-Known Greek Isles; Weird Ireland25 Oct 2025 · 52 min
679a Nordic Roots; Dutch Towns; Bridge to NicaraguaIn this episode, Rick Steves explores various aspects of travel through discussions with guests focusing on Nordic mythology, charming Dutch towns beyond Amsterdam, and the revival of tourism in…18 Oct 2025 · 52 min
808 See You in the Piazza; LagersIn this episode of *Travel with Rick Steves*, bestselling author Frances Mayes shares her insights on the lesser-known towns of Italy, while beer expert Dave Carpenter delves into the world of…11 Oct 2025 · 52 min
807 Islands of Portugal; Easter Island; Endangered LanguagesIn this episode of *Travel with Rick Steves*, the discussion revolves around the scenic and cultural experiences offered by Portugal's islands, the intriguing history and daily life of Easter Island,…4 Oct 2025 · 52 min
806 Swedish-Norwegian Cousins; The London Tube; Czech Castles806 Swedish-Norwegian Cousins; The London Tube; Czech Castles27 Sep 2025 · 52 min
654a Best of Bulgaria; Traveling with Disabilities; Chasing the SunA Travel with Rick Steves “best of” segment featuring (1) Bulgaria travel highlights, (2) traveling with physical disabilities, and (3) the cultural and scientific history of the sun.20 Sep 2025 · 52 min · 23 chapters
805 Italy Side-Trip Towns; Overnight; Enjoying Mexico CityEpisode 805 covers three travel themes: avoiding “herd mentality” crowds in Italy by choosing smaller side-trip towns; experiencing the “overnight” world by appreciating people who work at night and…13 Sep 2025 · 52 min · 20 chapters
804 Favorite Hot Springs in Europe; Walk Around the WorldA two-part Travel with Rick Steves episode. First, photographer Greta Rebus shares favorite European hot springs and explains hot springs’ geology and long cultural histories.6 Sep 2025 · 52 min · 19 chapters
803 Ohio's Ancient Trails; Safeguarding Heritage Sites; How to Land a PlaneThe episode has three parts: Ohio’s ancient earthworks and heritage preservation; the World Monuments Fund’s work protecting endangered cultural sites; and a cockpit walkthrough of how to land a jet…30 Aug 2025 · 52 min · 20 chapters
718a Pastas You Should Know; In Sardinia; GelatoItalian food and travel—regional pasta pairings, Sardinia’s Bronze Age culture and off-the-beaten-path beaches, and how to find truly fresh gelato (plus gelato vs. ice cream).23 Aug 2025 · 52 min · 20 chapters
802 Ladies of the Louvre; The Roma; American ExpatsThree-part episode on (1) women’s representation in the Louvre, (2) Roma history and identity, and (3) what American expats learn when relocating.16 Aug 2025 · 52 min · 17 chapters
801 Museum Matters with Mary Beard; Fascinating Museums; Soul of South KoreaHow to experience museums and travel beyond “must-sees,” plus a South Korea itinerary blending Seoul’s modern life with Jeju Island’s traditions.9 Aug 2025 · 52 min · 20 chapters
800 British Pub Grub; Travel on $75 a Day; HollandBritish pub food and budget travel, then an insider guide to Holland/Netherlands (North and South Holland) and Dutch water management.2 Aug 2025 · 52 min · 25 chapters
799 Irish Oddities; Viking Sights; Cycling the Silk RoadThree-part travel episode. (1) Ireland’s “weird” history and folklore: moving Virgin Mary statues (Ballinspittle, Cork, 1985), the “Holy Stump” in Rathkeel, Limerick (2009), the Poc Fada hurling…26 Jul 2025 · 52 min · 23 chapters
670a Weekend in Brussels; The Temporary European; My TownA weekend guide to Brussels (Grand Place, trams, Jubilee Park/Parc du Cinquantenaire, museums, beer culture) plus a broader travel philosophy: “temporary European” travel—slowing down, connecting…19 Jul 2025 · 52 min · 22 chapters
798 France, North vs. South; Streets of Paris; Loire Valley Chateâu CountryFrance “north vs. south” cultural contrasts; regional stereotypes (people, fashion, accents, sports); French food/desserts; then Paris street-history stories; then Loire Valley “chateau country”…12 Jul 2025 · 52 min · 19 chapters
797 Kayaking Manhattan; The Wild Mississippi; Happy TravelsKayaking around Manhattan; the Mississippi River’s natural and cultural history; travel tips for keeping trips joyful despite planning stress and disruptions.5 Jul 2025 · 52 min · 16 chapters