There’s a Waligora tale that gets passed around my family far too often, resurfacing at least once a year, usually over dinner and always at my personal expense.  I was fifteen years old, standing on ...

There are more classic French foods than you can shake a baguette at, but Rick Steves thinks the time of year should influence whether you order this dish.

Granada, Córdoba, and Sevilla – or the Costa del Sol. But for something more authentic, I like exploring the region’s ...

European travel is expensive, and some unexpected additional costs are making it more so in 2026. Here's why Rick Steves says to be cautious of prices.