Rick Steves, Special to Postmedia

LATEST STORIES BY RICK STEVES, SPECIAL TO POSTMEDIA

Visiting Europe’s 20th-century fascist sites

The fascist movements of 20th-century Europe had a sweeping impact around the world, in ways that still reverberate today. And travellers have an advantage when it comes to learning from this history: When we see its legacy in person, we better understand its lessons.

October 27, 2018 Travel Europe

You can see prime examples of fascist-era architecture in Mussolini's E.U.R. suburb just south of Rome. (Rick Steves photo)

Off the beaten track in Switzerland

Switzerland is excellent at promoting itself, and its most famous experiences – the Matterhorn, the fondue, the chocolate – are worth they hype. But if you’re planning a Swiss adventure, consider these lesser-known Swiss travel treats as well.

October 16, 2018 Travel Europe

A humble guesthouse built into the vertical cliff side of Appenzell's Ebenalp summit once housed pilgrims who hiked up to pray. (Cameron Hewitt photo)

The Italian Riviera: Beyond the Cinque Terre

When it comes to basking in the beauty of the Italian Riviera, the Cinque Terre is tops for me. But there’s much more to this region on the Mediterranean coast than those famous five villages.

October 2, 2018 Travel Europe

Porto Venere is the perfect jumping off point for scenic boat rides along the Italian Riviera. (Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli photo)

Romantic ambiance of Lake Geneva

Arching around most of southern end of Swizerland’s most southwest corner, Lake Geneva laps against the French border with a serene beauty. A collage of castles, museums, resort towns and vineyards, this region merits a few days of exploration – though you can enjoy a swift overview of its highlights even in just one day.

September 18, 2018 Travel Europe

Perched on the edge of Lake Geneva, Swizterland's picturesque medieval Chateau de Chillon is remarkably well preserved. (DOMINIC ARIZONA BONUCCELLI)

Strasbourg: The bicultural crossroads of Europe

Nestled on the Rhine across the border from Germany, Strasbourg offers your best chance to experience the urban side of France’s Alsace region.

September 8, 2018 Travel Europe

Ancient sites a walk through time

RICK STEVES

August 8, 2018 Travel Europe

Hiring a knowledgeable guide to explain what you're looking at is well worth the cost.

Santorini: Beautiful by nature

The words “Greek Isles” evoke visions of sun-bleached houses shoulder-to-shoulder against a hillside with a mesmerizing view of glittering blue water.

July 10, 2018 Travel International

The picture-perfect village of Oia in Santorini rests high above a volcanic crater and is a dream come true for photographers and sunset watchers.

Venice shines when the sun goes down

I love Venice at night, and recently, I was reminded why. The evening started at one of my favourite Venice restaurants. The chef served up a seafood bounty from the lagoon, accompanied by deliciously grilled local vegetables and polenta.

June 27, 2018 Travel International