Once one of Belgium's medieval powerhouses, Ghent today is home to one of Belgium’s biggest universities and a vibrant ...

Today’s Warsaw is safer, wealthier, and happier than ever. You’ll encounter stylishly dressed locals, sophisticated shopping ...

Warsaw doesn’t appear at the top of many European travelers’ wish lists. But that’s just one reason you may want to visit.

With evocative sights, an epic history and low prices, the Polish capital of Warsaw is a diamond in the rough.

Warsaw doesn’t appear at the top of many European travelers’ wish lists. But that’s just one reason you may want to visit. | ...

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Istanbul's rich heritage spans the centuries ...

Every November 11, local Poles gather in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Warsaw’s Piłsudski Square to honor ...

After the war the Poles almost gave up on re-creating old Warsaw, but ultimately they decided to rebuild, constructing a city ...

Italy's Lake Como is a glamorous getaway, with the prices to match. But this beautiful lake destination in Poland is the perfect affordable alternative.

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This episode originally aired on April 4, 2025. Rick Steves has spent most of his life traveling the continent of Europe and sharing what he’s learned with the rest of us. He informed, entertained and ...