Rick Steves Travel Talks (Video)

Rick Steves' Europe guidebook co-author (and foodie) Cameron Hewitt explains how food is a window into the culture, history, and landscape of a place...and it's delicious, too. Equal parts inspirational and informative, this travel talk explains how food and culture are interrelated, and how age-old European food concepts have become newly trendy stateside. Cameron also offers practical tips on how to find memorable restaurants, navigate European dining and drinking customs, track down affordable street food, and take part in foodie experiences like cooking classes and agriturismo visits. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

Planning a European trip by rail can feel daunting. In this travel talk, Rick Steves' Europe rail expert Gretchen Strauch explains all you need to know about Europe's railways. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

In this travel talk, Rick Steves' Europe travel expert Julia Reams-Giersch describes Scotland's top stops — from the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, to the nearby sights of Stirling and St. Andrews, to the rugged Highlands near Inverness and the lovely islands near Oban and the west coast — and explains practical travel skills, including pointers on sleeping, eating, and transportation. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

In this travel talk, Rick Steves' Europe co-author and tour guide Sarah Murdoch describes Sicily's top stops — from Palermo to Catania, from Trapani to Taormina, and from sandy beaches to the steamy summit of Mount Etna — and explains practical travel skills, including how to dive into Sicily's unique cuisine and fine wines. Sarah also offers tips on Sicily's top ancient sights, its easygoing hill towns, its dynamic street markets, and surviving its sometimes-intense cities. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

Teacher and travel expert Gretchen Strauch offers a crash course for travelers going to Germany. You'll learn how to pronounce German words, master some key phrases every traveler should know, and better understand how Germany's language is tied to its culture. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

Teacher and travel expert Trish Feaster offers a crash course for travelers going to Spain. You'll learn how to pronounce Spanish words, master some key phrases every traveler should know, and better understand how Spain's language is tied to its culture. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

Teacher and tour guide Trish Feaster has designed this French language class just for travelers — with exactly what you need to know for practical, smooth travels in France. You'll learn how to pronounce French words, master some key phrases every traveler should know, and better understand how France's language is tied to its culture.

Teacher and travel expert Trish Feaster offers a crash course for travelers going to Italy. You'll learn how to pronounce Italian words, master some key phrases every traveler should know, and better understand how Italy's language is tied to its culture. Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more European travel information.

In this travel talk, Cameron Hewitt shares tips for traveling in Iceland — whether for 24 hours or 2 weeks. (Filmed March 17, 2018.)

In this travel class, Rick Steves' Europe travel consultant Kevin Williams explains how your smartphone or tablet can enhance your trip — including helpful travel apps, tips for avoiding high roaming fees, and what to ask your service provider. (Filmed January 9, 2016.)