It takes 6 days to produce one of Rick Steves' 30-minute PBS episodes. One reason it takes so darn long is Rick’s screw-ups. Enjoy some of these embarassing moments. Learn your lines Rick!

Travel writer Rick Steves, host of the TV series Travels in Europe with Rick Steves, talks with host Jim Peck on I Remember series number 1022.

From a stroll along the South Bank of the Thames to bike riding through Belgium, Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of three quintessentially European cities: London, Brussels, and Paris.

Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of the Iberian Peninsula.

This program is filled with dizzy alpine thrills, starting on the tip of a peak high above the French resort town of Chamonix, and ending in a cozy mountain hut in Switzerland.

This program brings more Alpine thrills: starting at 10,000 feet up on the Zugspitze on the Austrian border and ending in the rugged Dolomites mountains of Italy.

On the loose in France's countryside, we drive up Alsace's Route du Vin for miles of vineyards, half-timbered villages, and feudal fortresses. We head to Verdun to walk the trenches of World War I before visiting Reims Cathedral to marvel at Gothic splendor and Chagall's stained glass. Our final stop is Epernay, the bubbly birthplace of champagne.

On the loose in France's countryside, we drive up Alsace's Route du Vin for miles of vineyards, half-timbered villages, and feudal fortresses. We head to Verdun to walk the trenches of World War I before visiting Reims Cathedral to marvel at Gothic splendor and Chagall's stained glass. Our final stop is Epernay, the bubbly birthplace of champagne.

This time we're in Spain to explore the delights of Granada and its famous Alhambra palace, then we'll unroll our beach towel in Europe's fun-in-the-sun headquarters: the Costa del Sol.

In Scandinavia, Sweden and Finland are separated by the Baltic Sea. From the stunning capital of Stockholm, we'll take a ferry across the Baltic to Russian-flavored Helsinki.

Norway in the far north of Europe stretches high into the Arctic and takes up the Western part of Scandinavian Peninsula. From its metropolis of Oslo, we catch the train to Sognefjord in the Fjord country, finishing in Bergen.

From Iron Bridge Gorge to the seaside amusements of Blackpool and from the pristine Lake District to Durham's magnificent cathedral, we'll see a great deal from England's fascinating past while enjoying its friendly present.

Using London as a starting point and base from which to explore, we'll first head West to the Cotswolds, then up to Straffords upon-Avon and Warwick, and finally we take a short side-trip to Cambridge.

The Greek Islands' sunny climate, great beaches, and relaxed culture attract travelers from all corners. Island-hopping on Aegean ferries, we visit touristy Santorini, ride a motorbike around Samos, and hang out on barely-known Lipsi. With tips from the tourist office, we find offbeat ways to enjoy the islands and our own picturesque places to stay.

We visit spectacular Greek ruins at Ephesus and Aphrodisias and ancient hot springs at Pamukkale before traveling up the Meander River and steaming in a Turkish bath. Rick provides tips on staying healthy in foreign countries, and makes exotic Turkey feel more familiar, showing its devout Muslim beliefs and compelling blend of ancient and modern nomadic life.

In central Turkey, we folk-dance through tea-soaked and hospitable ancient villages, seeing geological wonders, cliff dwellings, and the red pottery kilns of Avanos. Leaving the camel rides and carpets behind, we arrive at the modern city of Ankara to learn about Ataturk — the "father of the Turks" — who led this sultans' empire through to the 20th century.

Istanbul is one of the great cities on earth. Period. Few places on earth have witnessed more history than this sprawling metropolis on the Bosphorus. We'll cruise the golden horn, shop the grand bazarre, and check out a poor-man's Wall Street. We'll sample some Turkish delights, smoke a nardia, eat fish fresh off the boat, explore the harem in the Topkapi Palace, marvel at Byzantine domes, and lose ourselves in a sea of people in this vast and complex city.

Egypt offers a visual potpourri of high energy and ancient mystery — from chaotic Cairo to the silent temples and tombs near Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. We explore pharaohs' pyramids at Giza and gold treasures at Cairo's National Museum. Each stop on the route — including a trip down the Nile — leaves an unforgettable imprint.

The crossroads of three great religions, Jerusalem has been fought over for centuries. This is the Holy Land. Whether you're a pilgrim or a tourist or a little of both, Israel offers a world of memorable experiences.

Join Rick Steves for a colorful, musical celebration of Christmas across Europe. From England to Wales, France, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy, you'll see the bright Christmas markets, hear local choirs, share holiday traditions with families...and even play in the snow.

After 16 years and more than 100 travel shows, Rick and his crew take you behind the scenes to show you just how they produce this series. Joining the crew as they scamper through Milan and around Lake Como, you'll follow the creative process as the challenges and surprises that come with travel are shaped into a finished show. From the Travel Skills DVD.

As he's done with previous programs on Israel, Egypt, and Eastern Turkey, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that's rich with history...and mystery. Visiting Tehran, Shiraz, Persepolis, and a small village, we'll get a rare present-day look at of some of civilization's most important historical sites, and a sense of Iran's 21st-century culture. From architecture and art to faith and everyday living, "Iran, Yesterday and Today" offers a rare, candid, and humanizing look at a great if perplexing nation.

The special collections of never-before seen clips brings art and history to life in Pisa; provides a thoughtful assessment of history from Europe's Nazi sights; and ponders Europe's direction for the century ahead.

As he's done with previous programs on Israel, Egypt, and Eastern Turkey, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that's rich with history...and mystery.

In this episode, Rick shares tips about traveling in Europe with kids. He shares the best moments of his family travels throughout 20 years, getting around with two small kids and his wife.

Exploring Andalucía, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture. Starting up high, in Spain's whitewashed hill towns, we roll down to the coast to enjoy the windsurfing mecca of Tarifa. Then we catch a bit of Britain on the Rock of Gibraltar, and sail to Africa for a Moroccan finale in Tangier.

The rise and fall of classical Rome; Bernini's Baroque Rome; the Vatican; Rome's romantic night spots.

In this feature, produced by Twin Cities Public Television, Rick gives his popular 75-minute Travel Skills lecture to a theater packed with enthusiastic Minnesotans who can't wait to get to Europe. From the Travel Skills DVD. Subjects Include: Trip Planning, Packing, Money & Safety, Communicating, Transportation, Eating & Sleeping.

Usually you'll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: a Symphonic Journey. Just as travel broadens one's perspectives, so can music. In this hour-long concert special — Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey — Rick teams up with the Cascade Symphony Orchestra on a musical tour that begins in the USA, then touches down in seven different European countries. People of every nation have music that quickens their heartbeat and sets their patriotic spirit soaring. For each stop, Rick paints the cultural context in words, and then the orchestra plays stirring anthems — Strauss in Austria, Wagner in Germany, Smetana in the Czech Republic, Verdi in Italy, Elgar in England, Grieg in Norway, Berlioz in France — each accompanied by glorious video footage. While each piece celebrates a particular nationality, the finale, Beethoven's Ode to Joy (Europe's official national anthem), celebrates a continent whose motto is "united in diversity." This one-hour special debuts on public television in January 2013.

When it comes to good eating, Europe is a food lover's wonderland: elegant cuisine, rustic delights, seasonal treats, beloved bakeries, a passion for wine, and slow food rather than fast food. However you slice it, Europeans take pride in their food: eating well is living well. In this tasty, half-hour pledge event, we dine with Rick Steves as he enjoys Europe's very best — from gourmet tapas in Galicia to the trattoria of your dreams in Rome, and from the catch of the day in Greece to the ancient vines and wines of Burgundy. For garlicky snails, creamy buffalo mozzarella, savory bouillabaisse, the best of the wurst, and much more, join Rick on this fun celebration of European cuisine — Delicious Europe.

In this class, Rick Steves charts the evolution of his popular tour program — from its inception (when Rick was the only guide and his first aid kit was a baggie of Valium) to the present, where dozens of guides and more than 10,000 free-spirited travelers explore Europe together in a more comfortable version of the Rick Steves styl

Join Rick Steves for a taste of what it's like to travel the Rick Steves way with his company's staff of personal tour guides, and see testimonials of satisfied patrons who had the trip of a lifetime.

Rick Steves' Festive Europe catches Europeans celebrating the good life. Travel with Rick through Andalucía — with the horses, sherry, and flamenco of the Spring Fair; in Paris — reveling in the streets on Bastille Day; running with the bulls in Pamplona; and in England's pristine Lake District for a hunting dog show. All across Europe, life is embraced with an inspirational gusto.

Join Rick as he travels through the Holy Land in this hour long special, weaving together both the Israeli and the Palestinian narratives. In Israel, we'll travel from the venerable ramparts of Jerusalem to the vibrant modern skyline of Tel Aviv. In Palestine, we'll harvest olives near Hebron, visit a home in Bethlehem, and pop into a university in Ramallah. We'll also learn about the persistent challenges facing the region today

Travel guru Rick Steves tours three of Europe's most energetic capitals — Amsterdam, Prague, and Berlin. In each city, Rick shares his valuable insights on art, culture, and history, along with his practical, experience-enhancing travel advice.

Taking you on a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Switzerland, Italy, and Greece, "Rick Steves' European Easter" celebrates this 2,000-year-old story in a variety of cultures. You'll feel the emotion of this special time as the Passion of Christ unfolds during Holy Week. We'll join Andalusians carrying parade floats, Greek priests tossing showers of flower petals, and villagers blessing olive branches, plus feasting, fireworks, and more. Exploring a rich and fascinating mix of traditions

Rick Steves explores the German cities of Hamburg, Dresden, Leipzig, Frankfurt and Nuremberg, including their Baroque palaces, skyscrapers, riversides and beer halls.

In this exciting special, join Rick Steves as he delves deep into the Italian heartland — the place where la dolce vita is a way of life.

In this one-hour special, it's party time in Europe. In addition to all its epic history and high culture, Europe also knows how to celebrate — and it does so with amazing gusto. Joining Rick, we drop in on the Continent's top 10 festivals, each one rich with tradition, great food, and fun with the locals. We run with the bulls at Pamplona, don a mask in Venice for Carnevale, dance with Spaniards at the April Fair, cheer on the horses at Siena's Palio, hoist a frothy stein at Munich's Oktoberfest, toss a caber at a Scottish Highland Games, and join European families for their traditional Easter and Christmas celebrations. No museums or galleries…just Europe at play. Filmed on location across Europe, this promises to be a very entertaining hour.

Join Rick as he slurps seasonal raw herring in Holland and then savors a "zero kilometer," farm-to-table country feast with a noble family in Tuscany. We'll drink some local firewater during the salad course in Bulgaria. And then we'll enjoy the elegant simplicity of steak tartare and foie gras in the garden of a French château. From dining al fresco in Rome, to joining the locals on a Madrid pub crawl, to learning the secrets of a wine lover's enoteca in Verona, Rick learns that slowing down to truly appreciate what you eat is an essential part of any great travel experience.

In this one-hour special, Rick travels back a century to learn how fascism rose and then fell in Europe — taking millions of people with it. We'll trace fascism's history from its roots in the turbulent aftermath of World War I, when masses of angry people rose up, to the rise of charismatic leaders who manipulated that anger, the totalitarian societies they built, and the brutal measures they used to enforce their ideology. We'll see the horrific consequences: genocide and total war. And we'll be inspired by the stories of those who resisted. Along the way, we'll visit poignant sights throughout Europe relating to fascism, and talk with Europeans whose families lived through those times. Our goal: to learn from the hard lessons of 20th-century Europe, and to recognize that ideology in the 21st century.

In this one-hour special, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We'll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore — savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways.

In his new hour-long special available February 1, 2020, Rick Steves travels through Ethiopia and Guatemala to learn about extreme poverty — the more than 700 million people who struggle to live on less than $2 a day. Ending hunger is possible. And, with travel as our classroom, we'll learn about innovative solutions, including the importance of water access, education, empowering women, and smart development aid.

Rick sails beyond Europe, exploring the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt. In the teeming metropolis of Cairo, Rick climbs to the center of a pyramid, greets the Sphinx and marvels at King Tut's gold. In the fabled city of Alexandria, Rick brings viewers into a wonderland of back lanes and introduces a traditional shisha (hookah) experience.

In his new one-hour special, join Rick Steves on an alpine adventure, with scenic train rides, breathtaking lifts, majestic glaciers, and unforgettable hikes. We conquer the Dolomites in Italy and the Zugspitze in Austria. In Switzerland, we savor the beauty of the Matterhorn, the Jungfrau, and Appenzell. And in France, starting off from Chamonix, we ride the lift up to the Aiguille du Midi and hike the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc.

Travel lovers are dreaming of where they’ll go post-COVID. In this two-hour pledge special, Rick Steves visits some European favorites he’d love to see when we can travel again

In this unforgettable voyage, join Rick Steves on a tour of four of Europe's most intriguing and surprising islands

oin Rick Steves on an alpine adventure, with scenic train rides, breathtaking lifts, majestic glaciers, and unforgettable hikes. We conquer the Dolomites in Italy and the Zugspitze in Austria. In Switzerland, we savor the beauty of the Matterhorn, the Jungfrau, and Appenzell. And in France, starting from Chamonix, we ride the lift up to the Aiguille du Midi and hike the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc.

This one-hour special begins in Reykjavík, with endearing sights and thermal pools, plus a side-trip to the Golden Circle's gorges, geysers, and waterfalls. Then, after fording rivers in a desolate valley and spotting puffins on volcano-shaped islands, we drive the 800-mile Ring Road — connecting glaciers, fjords, geothermal hotspots, sod-roofed settlements, and majestic Icelandic nature.