Dutch tour guides Ellen Janzing and Jody van Engelsdorp Gastelaars illuminate the differences between the fairy-tale provinces of Holland and the country of the Netherlands.

A trio of France tour guides banter about the nuances of northern and southern France, from climate and demeanor to food and fashion.

English tour guide Jeanie Carmichael tells how the industrial titan has reinvented itself, with top-class museums, a vibrant culture, and — of course — the indelible imprint of the Beatles.

Turkish guide Lale Surmen Aran sheds light on this easily accessible region, overlooked by many tourists but favored by locals for its low-key charm and natural beauty.

From great cathedrals and Swedish islands to Viking ships and Legoland, tour guides Camilla Colding-Joergensen and Anja Cuznar share ideas for day trips from Copenhagen.

Polish tour guides Tomasz Klimek and Agnes Syroka chat with Rick about their proud country's rich and dramatic history, its grand cities, and its dynamic contemporary vibe.

Tour guides Francisco Glaría and William Rosendin enthuse about Spain's robust high-speed rail network and its aspects that they enjoy the most.

Guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt shares discoveries from his travels in the Balkans, a scenic, affordable, and rewarding alternative to the tourist crowds of western Europe.

Belfast tour guide Lynn Corken explains why Northern Ireland, with its rugged beauty, complicated history, and enthusiastic welcome for visitors, is worth a visit.

Portuguese tour guides Cláudia Costa and Rafael Pereira explain how Lisbon's neighborhoods display the city's history and offer strategies for navigating its more crowded sights.