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Join our Festival of Tours — a nine-night virtual series from April 13 to 27 — to learn about our tours and discover which of our four dozen exciting itineraries could become your next trip!

Join Us for Monday Night Travel

Are you dreaming of travel? Join us live on Mondays for our Monday Night Travel series! Together we'll journey to destinations across Europe and beyond with expert guests leading the way. Each week, you'll learn about art, history, food, and culture while picking up tried-and-true travel tips along the way. You'll even have a chance to ask questions during a live Q&A. Whether you're planning a specific trip, dreaming up vacation ideas, or craving a virtual adventure with our merry band of travelers, Monday Night Travel welcomes you aboard!

You must register (it's free!) for each event below. For more information, see our MNT FAQ.

March 23: The Fight to End Hunger: 2026 Update with Rick Steves and Eugene Cho

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

The US used to lead the world in the fight against hunger. But with President Trump, that has changed. Fresh off a fifth annual $1,000,000 Christmas fundraising campaign (in which over 5,000 travelers gave $100 matched by Rick — thank you!), Rick and Bread for the World president Eugene Cho give an update on the fight to end world hunger: the bad news, the hope-filled news, and why American taxpayers should understand this work as a practical investment in a stable world. Plus, we'll learn how Bread for the World is speaking up for hungry people in the halls of Congress — and why Rick has been supporting their work for 40 years.

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March 30: Mediterranean Cruise Ports with Suzanne Kotz and Carrie Shepherd

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

With transportation, lodging, and meals all included in one price, cruising can be a fun, affordable way to experience Mediterranean Europe – but only if you make the absolute most of your time in port. Join guidebook researchers and editors, Suzanne Kotz and Carrie Shepherd, to explore the pros and cons of cruising, according to Rick’s “back door travel” philosophy. We share tips for keeping costs low and cultural experiences immersive while toggling between a floating resort and Europe’s greatest cities. And we highlight our favorite ports of call, from the seductive French Riviera to dynamic Istanbul. Bon voyage!

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April 6: What Makes a Great Museum? with Cameron Hewitt

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

Sightseeing is a key part of your European trip, but not all sights are created equal. Frequent MNT guest Cameron Hewitt returns — after scouring thousands of museums while researching our guidebooks — to share a connoisseur's take on his favorites. We'll run down some underrated types of sights (from folksy small-town museums to "single artist" showcases)... plus a few overrated ones. You'll gain inspiration for finding your own favorites, plus practical tips on how to make the most of your sightseeing.

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April 13: Why Rick Steves’ Europe Tours Are So Dang Good with Rick Steves

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

Each year, 35,000 travelers trust a Rick Steves' Europe tour to make their European travel dreams come true — many of whom have taken a dozen or more of our tours. Join Rick as he shares the story of how his tour program began, how it evolved, and how his early days as a guide helped mold the travel philosophy that continues to steer our tours today. Plus, Rick revisits his flagship 21-day tour — from Amsterdam, down to Rome, and back up to Paris — and shares how you can embark on that same odyssey with a Rick Steves' Europe guide at your side.

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April 20: Italy Tours with Dave Hoerlein & Andrea Vincenti

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

Why is Italy our most popular tour destination? Rick's first-ever employee, Dave Hoerlein, and beloved tour guide Andrea Vincenti unlock the answer, starting with Italy's great cities — canal-laced Venice, Renaissance Florence, and eternal Rome. From there, we sample Italian countryside delights in the Chianti hills and traffic-free Cinque Terre, tiptoe along the towering peaks of the Dolomites, and wonder at Sicily's steaming volcano. Plus, Dave and Andrea share how you can experience this history, cuisine, and culture on an unforgettable Rick Steves' Europe Italy tour! 

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April 27: Best “Wow” Moments on Tour with Rick Steves

6:00 p.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. ET | REGISTER

Each year, we ask our 35,000 Rick Steves' Europe tour members to share the top "wow" moments of their trips. To finish off the Festival of Tours with a bang, Rick reveals a highlight reel of these most memorable moments, which often extend beyond the marquee sights — intimate experiences from cooking up pierogi in Poland to sipping wine beside an Italian volcano to watching sheepdogs at work in Scotland. Don't miss this grand finale fireworks display of dazzling moments from across Europe!

 

Video Recordings

You can enjoy Monday Night Travel any night of the week with our video recordings. Relive the fun, intimacy, and insight of joining travel experts as they share itinerary-boosting tips, tell stories from the road, and answer viewer questions.

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Loire to the South of France with Claire McCarroll

This event was recorded on March 16, 2026.

Our Loire to the South of France tour knits together a tasty collection of vibrant markets, verdant river valleys, and honey-colored hamlets. For the benefit of the France-curious, public historian and France guide Claire McCarroll provides a highlight reel of these uniquely French treats. We start at Chartres Cathedral, home to some of the world's finest medieval stained glass, before exploring the fairytale châteaux that litter the Loire Valley. We go underground to see the 13,000-year-old artwork of Rouffignac Cave, then end our journey in seaside Nice. Along the way, Claire weaves in tales of powerful women in history.

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