Travel

With its awe-inspiring castle, delightful Old Town of shops and cobbled lanes, beautifully preserved architecture, and easy canoeing options, Český Krumlov has been discovered – but not spoiled – by tourists. CREDIT: Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe
Rick Steves

Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic

You’ll find a fairy-tale town lost in a time warp

By Rick Steves | November 19, 2024
Frederiksborg Castle, the famous Danish Castle in Hilleroed in the Danish countryside. Image by Kurt Nielsen
Rick Steves

Delights in the Danish Countryside

From Viking ships to fairy tales in Denmark

By Rick Steves | November 12, 2024
Person looking up at an airport flight schedule timetable, used on article with new airline rules that took effect Oct. 28, 2024
Travel

New Airline Rules Simplify Refunds

Refunds for canceled flights and delayed bags easier to navigate

By Erin Bendig | November 8, 2024
The vibrant, artsy town of Volterra, in northern Tuscany, was an important trading center for the ancient Etruscan people. CREDIT: Addie Mannan, Rick Steves’ Europe.
Rick Steves

Two Sides of Northern Tuscany

Volterra and San Gimignano, authentic and touristy

By Rick Steves | November 5, 2024
Skydance Bridge by day - Nick Thomas
Nick Thomas

Skydance Bridge, Oklahoma City

An ‘enlightening’ urban hike

By Nick Thomas | November 1, 2024
The Courtyard of the Myrtles at Alhambra in Granada features a pool lined by fragrant myrtle hedges. (Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli, Rick Steves' Europe)
Rick Steves

Grand Sights in Granada, Spain

Taking in the full splendor of the historic city

By Rick Steves | October 29, 2024
Less than an hour from Amsterdam, the traditional fishing village of Marken, with its unique architecture, is a time-warp trip into old Holland. It is one of three picturesque day trips from Amsterdam. CREDIT: (Rick Steves, Rick Steves’ Europe).
Rick Steves

Three Day Trips from Amsterdam

Picturesque villages in the Waterland region

By Rick Steves | October 22, 2024
Airplane taking off, heading into the sunset. For article on Avoiding Three Airline Add-On Fees
Finance

Avoiding Three Airline Add-On Fees

Leave fees behind when flying

By Emma Patch, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance | October 18, 2024
Boardwalk at Congaree National Park. Credit: Nick Thomas
Nick Thomas

Take a Hike to Congaree National Park

Tips for easy hikes

By Nick Thomas | October 15, 2024
A Rhine River ferry shuttles passengers to the town of Kaub, in the shadow of Gutenfels Castle. CREDIT: Rick Steves Europe
Rick Steves

Cruising on the Raging Rhine River

A trip through history from Bacharach to St. Goar

By Rick Steves | October 8, 2024

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