Rick Steves’ travel philosophy encourages people to explore less-touristy areas of destinations and to become immersed in the local people’s way of life. Rick has literally “written the book” on traveling to Europe with his series of guidebooks on European travel. I often cite Rick Steves as one of my inspirations for starting Yellow Productions. In this video I’ll share 20 things that I’ve learned from Rick Steves to form my own travel philosophy. I’ll also share some of the areas that Rick and I disagree on when it comes to how to travel.
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What is your opinion on lonely planet travel books? DO they have any good info in them at all these days still?
Shucks I had the time wrong. Darn. Watching the reply now.
I bought Rick Steve's complete European DVD set twice as Christmas presents for my parents and late aunt. I enjoyed his Travels In Europe PBS show for many years. However, I saw him at the Travel and Adventure Show in Rosemont, IL (pre-Covid) and in the middle of his speech, he basically went on an anti-Trump rant and became very political and angry without saying specific names or groups. A few people in the audience stood up and left. My views on him changed after that. Very unprofessional.
I love Rick, he looks honest and reliable man!
I have benefited from many of Rick Steves’ tips on my travels, and I enjoy his videos. For me, he’s the Mr. Rogers of travel.
I enjoyed watching Rick Steves on PBS and have down loaded his books regarding travel in Europe specially Italy. He is a master at it. Then one day I was watching him on what ever show it was and he berated Trump for most of the show and it became a political agenda, I felt. Sadly it changed my opinion of him for ever. Too bad, because he is/was awesome.
In Paris, we stayed at a hotel we found in the Rick Steves guidebook. It has a great location, a few minutes from the Eiffel tower. Besides the location, it was terrible. Old, small, furniture and bedding from the 80's, rundown bathroom and no air conditioning. His books are great, but I'd skip the accommodation section.
Thai tea for you, Thai something else for me.
My first comment. Thanks for all your tips.
I’m glad you made the point about the best acts being free and Las Vegas. I get it, it’s not what it used to be. But I still love being there. I don’t gamble. But just going up and down the Strip and walking through each hotel/resort, they each have their own novelty/gimmick that really doesn’t cost you anything. Live flamingos, waterfalls, fountains, indoor canals, incredible architecture… and that’s before venturing off-Strip, which I keep telling people to do. Valley of Fire, Res Rock, Hoover Dam. Sure you need a car, but aesthetically, you wouldn’t believe those places exist just a stone’s throw from Las Vegas.
We got scammed in New York with the CD guys. They gave the CD to my 11yo son and wrote his name on it before we could stop it. They were aggressive and insisted we give them $20. We gave them the money as we didn’t want any trouble. It was a real shame as otherwise it was a great visit.
Hi Chris. Thank you for the great live stream. I When I travel. I also like to explore and learn about the culture I'm visiting. I try to see more of the local places than the tourist sites. Isn't that why you travel to a certain place. You benefit so much more when you interact with the locals and the memories you get are priceless. Take care.
wow, your section about people who travel for work but never leave the hotel really struck a cord with me. i work an annual international conference and most of the team just stays in the hotel or their room after long work days. not me!! i am out the door as soon as i can to explore. if possible, i’ll tack a day or two of personal days onto the trip to really get to know the area. i honestly just don’t get the whole “remain in the bubble” philosophy.
Rick Steves has helped introduce me to travel & history in an interesting way. Traveling, to me, is a wonderful way to open up to the differences of the world. Stepping out from my small world & into a huge world of wonderful things. Being mindful about one’s surroundings for safety no matter if I’m in my own city or elsewhere.
You mentioned maps Chris. The one thing that really irritates me is the lack of current maps online of the Vegas Strip or Downtown. You know for instance that if a map still has Hooters listed, it's not current. Or a map shows the casino as SLS instead of the return to the name Sahara. I know buildings are going up fast in Vegas, but you'd think they could fix their damn map faster than it takes to build a multi-million -dollar property! I just saw a map online that still shows the Dunes on there! OMG
Most museums in London are free, just a donation if you can afford.
Both you and Rick Steve’s give some of the best travel advice!!!!
Another excellent resource for traveling and ideas to do in the city you travel in is YouTube channels, such as your channel, Chris. I got all of my ideas for things to do in Vegas from Norma Geli, DanVsWorld, and Jaycation.
Another great video. It is always good to remember that there is a small (but very important) difference between "good cheap food" and "cheapest food" and I learned it from you!!
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Great tips. Love that you found these through his writing. Books still contain so much wisdom. 🤙
I thought you might say that you also disagree with Rick about avoiding touristy places altogether—or am I wrong that Rick would say that?
We’ve all had our own mentors.
Rick Steves has been in the travel business for a long time; at one point or another, we’ve all picked up some traveling tips from him.
Thanks for sharing, Chris.
BTW: Thanks also for having taken out the eerie skulls 💀💀💀. I have a feeling that they were optical illusion artifacts caused by the blue lighting background against the panda prints.
I think you really are missing out with bed n breakfasts and hostels. Not all hostels are bunk beds. There are private rooms and are just like hotels. The people are authentic at b&b's. Especially Hawaii.
My first trip to Europe, 30 years ago, was based off of Rick Steves suggestions. His office is near by and they hold great classes. My neighbor works as one of his Europe guides. My in-laws have done several of his tours. He's a HUGE travel influence in my life. 👍