In Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana, communities with Amish families approach tourism with varying degrees of interest, creativity and commercialism.
Peace, simplicity and a sense of mystery: Exploring Amish communities across the Midwest
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An unexpected thing happened on the way to Machu Picchu. We discovered the art, architecture and cuisine of Lima, Peru
The capital is jam-packed with stunning parks, historic city squares, Spanish-influenced architecture, shopping and renowned restaurants.
Rick Steves’ Europe: History lives in Prague
Prague is one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, having been spared from last century’s bombs. Nowhere is this more evident than in the hilltop Castle Quarter, which looms above the city and dominates the skyline.
The story behind the design of Southwest’s new disturbingly skinny seats
Southwest Airline’s new seats have travelers vowing to fly Delta. The airline previewed a revamped cabin coming early next year in a video posted to TikTok, and commenters blasted the new seats as “lawn chairs” and “Ozempic seats” for their thin frame, and said they’d be booking flights with competitors. The seating was designed by […]
World travelers crave more connections to Indigenous cultures
Tourists are lingering longer and going deeper, seeking out immersive ways to engage with a country’s native heritage.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Cold War memories in today’s Berlin
Today, long-united Berlin feels like the nuclear fuel rod of a great nation. It’s vibrant with youth, energy, and an anything-goes-and-anything’s-possible buzz.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Buoyant Bratislava
A generation ago, the city was virtually a ghost town. Today, Bratislava is not only thriving – bursting with colorfully restored facades, lively outdoor cafés, and swanky boutiques – but it’s also growing at an incredible pace.
Virgin Voyages cruise from Barcelona is an adults-only floating party on the sea, complete with a tattoo parlor
The French Daze & Ibiza Nights cruise — with stops in Marseille, Cannes, Monaco and Ibiza — attracts the young and the young at heart.
Backcountry skiing is booming in the Northeast. But can the pastime survive climate change?
Backcountry Skiing Is Booming in the Northeast. But Can It Survive?
Go away with … Susan Gallagher
Veteran actress Susan Gallagher’s credits include “Loki” and “The Karate Kid” spinoff “Cobra Kai.” She will next be seen in the Hallmark Channel’s original movie, “A Taste of Love,” on Feb. 19. “It was mostly filmed in the charming beach town of Dunedin, Florida, which is near Tampa,” Gallagher said.