Travelers have an advantage when it comes to learning from history: When we see its legacy in person, we better understand its lessons.

Either way, the name comes from the Old Norse word for “wharf” — and Bruges did indeed arise as a trading centre. By the ...

Join Rick Steves on a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Italy, and Greece as he explores the rich traditions and cultures surrounding Easter.

Orvieto’s cathedral gets my vote for Italy’s liveliest facade ... This article is used with the permission of Rick Steves’ Europe (www.ricksteves.com). Rick Steves writes European guidebooks ...

The Flemish who live in this part of Belgium call this city “Brugge” (BROO-ghah), but the French half of the country (and ...

Taking a trip to Europe and want to explore your wild side? Travel guru Rick Steves says this is the best time of year to ...

Rick Steves is known for providing Americans with European travel advice, but what do the locals in Europe really think of ...

Souvenir shopping in Europe can be tricky. How do you get your items home and make sure you're making a meaningful purchase?

Travel influencer Rick Steves brings to our attention an odd thing about the flags displayed in Europe, at least odd to those ...

An often-overlooked capital has been praised as one of Europe's top spa and wellness break destinations, with an unbeatable ...