Christmas in Bavaria
When it comes to traditional holiday images, Germany's Bavaria is the heartland. Join Rick as he strolls through the festive swirl of heartwarming ...
Hi from Rick: Germanic Thrills, Year-Round
I get this question a lot: If countries like Germany, Austria, and Switzerland are so magical this time of year, why don't we offer a special holid...
Berlin’s Kieze: Europe’s Sesame Street
Walking through my temporary Berlin neighborhood — Prenzlauer Berg — I pass organic food stores, graffiti-slathered storefronts, scruffy parks live...
Germany Guidebook
Rick's picks for sights, eating, sleeping In-depth coverage of our favorite German destinations Also includes chapters on Salzburg and western Tiro...
America’s European Christmas Traditions
December is here, and as many Americans settle into the familiar festive rhythm of shopping for gifts, stringing up twinkle lights, and humming “Ji...
April Tour News
Hi from Rick: 51 Ways to Keep on Travelin’ Every year, I look forward to sending this email, because today is the most exciting day on the Rick ...
Best of Germany Guidebook
Just the best of Germany's top destinations Vivid full-color photos and easy-to-scan layout Rick's selected picks for sights, eating, sleeping Grea...
VAT Rates in Europe
VAT Rates and Minimum Purchases Required to Qualify for Refunds Country of Purchase VAT Standard Rate* Minimum in Local...
German Phrase Book & Dictionary
Key words and phrases for travelers In full color, with color coding for easy navigation Handy pocket-size format Menu decoder and phone instructio...
Germany, Austria & Switzerland Planning Map
Printed on tough, water-resistant paper The perfect map for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland pre-trip planning Designed by travelers Includes free...
Americans in Europe; Venetian Lagoon
Three American-born tour guides explain what drew them to relocate to Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands, and what keeps them there. Plus, a lifel...
Black History Month Snapshot: The Tuskegee Airmen
It’s Black History Month in the United States, and we at Rick Steves’ Europe are celebrating the many important contributions Black Americans have ...
Vienna, Salzburg & Tirol Guidebook
Rick's picks for sights, eating, sleeping All you need for the best of Austria Also includes Bratislava (Slovakia), bits of southern Bavaria (Germa...
Ask the Senior Nomads; What Europeans Are Talking About
Debbie and Michael Campbell, aka the "Senior Nomads," offer listeners their expert advice on traveling full-time during retirement. And tour guides...
European Union 101
The European Union (EU) has been in the news a lot lately, as it grapples with its role in a changing world and evolving relationship with the Unit...