Rick Steves
@ricksteves.bsky.social
Guidebook author, TV & radio host, business owner, Lutheran, and NORML Board Member. Fanatically positive and militantly optimistic.
To add meaning to the holiday season, every Christmas I help raise funds for Bread for the World through my traveling friends and network at @ricksteveseurope.bsky.social: give.bread.org/page/87677/d...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:01 AM
To add meaning to the holiday season, every Christmas I help raise funds for Bread for the World through my traveling friends and network at @ricksteveseurope.bsky.social: give.bread.org/page/87677/d...
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Smart modern development aid (which used to be funded by USAID) creates small-business owners like Pedro and Ana, who are proud and hardworking capitalists.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Smart modern development aid (which used to be funded by USAID) creates small-business owners like Pedro and Ana, who are proud and hardworking capitalists.
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Embracing globalization, Pedro and Ana grow peas not to eat, but to sell — exporting them to London, where, unlike in Guatemala, people love their peas. As I walked with Pedro through his family’s abundant fields at harvest time, he declared, “It’s like I’m walking through money.”
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November 12, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Embracing globalization, Pedro and Ana grow peas not to eat, but to sell — exporting them to London, where, unlike in Guatemala, people love their peas. As I walked with Pedro through his family’s abundant fields at harvest time, he declared, “It’s like I’m walking through money.”
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“Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey” hits the road!
I’m packing my shiny black shoes for an exciting ten-concerts-in-five-cities road trip, and I’m eager to take music lovers in Raleigh, Portland, Columbia, Charleston, and Phoenix on a symphonic journey they’ll never forget.
I’m packing my shiny black shoes for an exciting ten-concerts-in-five-cities road trip, and I’m eager to take music lovers in Raleigh, Portland, Columbia, Charleston, and Phoenix on a symphonic journey they’ll never forget.
November 4, 2025 at 2:07 AM
“Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey” hits the road!
I’m packing my shiny black shoes for an exciting ten-concerts-in-five-cities road trip, and I’m eager to take music lovers in Raleigh, Portland, Columbia, Charleston, and Phoenix on a symphonic journey they’ll never forget.
I’m packing my shiny black shoes for an exciting ten-concerts-in-five-cities road trip, and I’m eager to take music lovers in Raleigh, Portland, Columbia, Charleston, and Phoenix on a symphonic journey they’ll never forget.
In 2017, I helped celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation by producing the “Rick Steves’ Luther and the Reformation" TV special — my gift to about 10,000 Lutheran churches across the USA that have this in their libraries.
October 31, 2025 at 9:15 AM
In 2017, I helped celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation by producing the “Rick Steves’ Luther and the Reformation" TV special — my gift to about 10,000 Lutheran churches across the USA that have this in their libraries.
Rick or Treat — Part 5!
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Rick or Treat — Part 5!
Rick or Treat — Part 4!
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Rick or Treat — Part 4!
Rick or Treat — Part 3!
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Rick or Treat — Part 3!
Rick or Treat — Part 2!
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Rick or Treat — Part 2!
🧵: It's almost time for...Rick or Treat!
(Thanks to all the happy travelers who've sent in fun Halloween shots over the years. I’d love to see your own travelin’ costumes here on Bluesky!)
(Thanks to all the happy travelers who've sent in fun Halloween shots over the years. I’d love to see your own travelin’ costumes here on Bluesky!)
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
🧵: It's almost time for...Rick or Treat!
(Thanks to all the happy travelers who've sent in fun Halloween shots over the years. I’d love to see your own travelin’ costumes here on Bluesky!)
(Thanks to all the happy travelers who've sent in fun Halloween shots over the years. I’d love to see your own travelin’ costumes here on Bluesky!)
Fellow Americans!
I’m happy to announce that, thanks to you, I’m sending $100,000 to the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org) to help them defend something that truly Makes America Great: our civil liberties.
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I’m happy to announce that, thanks to you, I’m sending $100,000 to the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org) to help them defend something that truly Makes America Great: our civil liberties.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Fellow Americans!
I’m happy to announce that, thanks to you, I’m sending $100,000 to the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org) to help them defend something that truly Makes America Great: our civil liberties.
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I’m happy to announce that, thanks to you, I’m sending $100,000 to the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org) to help them defend something that truly Makes America Great: our civil liberties.
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Civil liberties are under attack in the USA like never before. It’s scary, it’s real — and that’s why I hope to raise $100,000 this week to empower the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org). But I’ll need your help.
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October 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Civil liberties are under attack in the USA like never before. It’s scary, it’s real — and that’s why I hope to raise $100,000 this week to empower the American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.org). But I’ll need your help.
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Last June, more than 5 million Americans joined #NoKings rallies across the country, protesting President Trump's authoritarianism. And this Saturday, with your help, it's going to be even bigger and better.
Last June, more than 5 million Americans joined #NoKings rallies across the country, protesting President Trump's authoritarianism. And this Saturday, with your help, it's going to be even bigger and better.
October 15, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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Last June, more than 5 million Americans joined #NoKings rallies across the country, protesting President Trump's authoritarianism. And this Saturday, with your help, it's going to be even bigger and better.
Last June, more than 5 million Americans joined #NoKings rallies across the country, protesting President Trump's authoritarianism. And this Saturday, with your help, it's going to be even bigger and better.
Planning a trip to Italy? My newest guidebook, "Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice," hits the shelves today: store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/rome-...
I've spent a lifetime exploring these cities, and this book includes all my favorite tips and discoveries. Happy travels!
I've spent a lifetime exploring these cities, and this book includes all my favorite tips and discoveries. Happy travels!
October 14, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Planning a trip to Italy? My newest guidebook, "Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice," hits the shelves today: store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/rome-...
I've spent a lifetime exploring these cities, and this book includes all my favorite tips and discoveries. Happy travels!
I've spent a lifetime exploring these cities, and this book includes all my favorite tips and discoveries. Happy travels!
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A year ago yesterday was a very happy day for me. I had lost my prostate. It was good riddance, as it was riddled with cancer. I’m now cancer-free — and thankful for the tax-funded technology that saved my life.
A year ago yesterday was a very happy day for me. I had lost my prostate. It was good riddance, as it was riddled with cancer. I’m now cancer-free — and thankful for the tax-funded technology that saved my life.
October 10, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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A year ago yesterday was a very happy day for me. I had lost my prostate. It was good riddance, as it was riddled with cancer. I’m now cancer-free — and thankful for the tax-funded technology that saved my life.
A year ago yesterday was a very happy day for me. I had lost my prostate. It was good riddance, as it was riddled with cancer. I’m now cancer-free — and thankful for the tax-funded technology that saved my life.
In my public television special “The Story of Fascism in Europe” (www.ricksteves.com/fascism), we learn from Europeans whose families lived through fascism that a strong democracy requires vigilant and engaged citizens. We are all participants, we are all responsible, and freedom isn’t guaranteed.
September 23, 2025 at 12:23 AM
In my public television special “The Story of Fascism in Europe” (www.ricksteves.com/fascism), we learn from Europeans whose families lived through fascism that a strong democracy requires vigilant and engaged citizens. We are all participants, we are all responsible, and freedom isn’t guaranteed.
Join me next Monday (Sept. 15, 6pm PT/9pm ET) for photos, stories & lessons learned from my two-week vacation surrounded by Italian beauty: Venice, the city they call “La Serenissima” (“The Most Serene”)...the dramatic Dolomites...and my beloved Cinque Terre.
Register now at www.ricksteves.com/mnt
Register now at www.ricksteves.com/mnt
September 12, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Join me next Monday (Sept. 15, 6pm PT/9pm ET) for photos, stories & lessons learned from my two-week vacation surrounded by Italian beauty: Venice, the city they call “La Serenissima” (“The Most Serene”)...the dramatic Dolomites...and my beloved Cinque Terre.
Register now at www.ricksteves.com/mnt
Register now at www.ricksteves.com/mnt
It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and I’m asking our community of travelers to help me spread the word: the earlier prostate cancer is found, the better your chances are of beating it.
Visit cancer.org/getscreened to learn more from @acscan.bsky.social & find a screening location near you.
Visit cancer.org/getscreened to learn more from @acscan.bsky.social & find a screening location near you.
September 2, 2025 at 12:42 AM
It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and I’m asking our community of travelers to help me spread the word: the earlier prostate cancer is found, the better your chances are of beating it.
Visit cancer.org/getscreened to learn more from @acscan.bsky.social & find a screening location near you.
Visit cancer.org/getscreened to learn more from @acscan.bsky.social & find a screening location near you.
Thanks for letting me know. Are you seeing something different than this?
August 22, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Thanks for letting me know. Are you seeing something different than this?
I’m a big fan of @nataliecompton.bsky.social, and she did a great job capturing the challenges and joys we have making our TV shows. Check out her @washingtonpost.com article at wapo.st/4oKkUTl — and join us behind the scenes as my crew and I film our London special, coming soon to public TV!
August 22, 2025 at 10:03 PM
I’m a big fan of @nataliecompton.bsky.social, and she did a great job capturing the challenges and joys we have making our TV shows. Check out her @washingtonpost.com article at wapo.st/4oKkUTl — and join us behind the scenes as my crew and I film our London special, coming soon to public TV!
Thanks for all the letters!
August 7, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Thanks for all the letters!
I’ve performed "A Symphonic Journey" with great orchestras across the country — and next, I’m bringing the show to North & South Carolina, Maine, Arizona, Michigan & Virginia.
Ticket info is at www.ricksteves.com/where — or stream the concert for free on the @pbs.org app or at www.ricksteves.com/tv
Ticket info is at www.ricksteves.com/where — or stream the concert for free on the @pbs.org app or at www.ricksteves.com/tv
July 19, 2025 at 1:28 AM
I’ve performed "A Symphonic Journey" with great orchestras across the country — and next, I’m bringing the show to North & South Carolina, Maine, Arizona, Michigan & Virginia.
Ticket info is at www.ricksteves.com/where — or stream the concert for free on the @pbs.org app or at www.ricksteves.com/tv
Ticket info is at www.ricksteves.com/where — or stream the concert for free on the @pbs.org app or at www.ricksteves.com/tv
Today only, the ebook edition of "On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer" is just $3.99: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/rick-...
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
July 13, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Today only, the ebook edition of "On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer" is just $3.99: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/rick-...
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
For more than 20 years, I’ve worked with @normlorg.bsky.social to end the prohibition against marijuana across this great country, one state at a time.
Our hard work and smart advocacy are making a big difference, and we could use your help — especially now! Learn more at www.norml.org.
Our hard work and smart advocacy are making a big difference, and we could use your help — especially now! Learn more at www.norml.org.
June 26, 2025 at 11:17 PM
For more than 20 years, I’ve worked with @normlorg.bsky.social to end the prohibition against marijuana across this great country, one state at a time.
Our hard work and smart advocacy are making a big difference, and we could use your help — especially now! Learn more at www.norml.org.
Our hard work and smart advocacy are making a big difference, and we could use your help — especially now! Learn more at www.norml.org.
Hi, I’m Rick Steves — and this time, I’m stepping a little off the beaten path (and the boundaries of science...) with a few friends and fellow travelers to explore their new movie, Fountain of Youth, now streaming on Apple TV. Happy travels!
May 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Hi, I’m Rick Steves — and this time, I’m stepping a little off the beaten path (and the boundaries of science...) with a few friends and fellow travelers to explore their new movie, Fountain of Youth, now streaming on Apple TV. Happy travels!