While London sits upon an ancient Roman foundation (Londinium), today’s city was shaped in a powerful way by England’s Industrial Revolution. In 1800, London had about a million people. By 1900, its ...

When touring any city, it's fun to drop in on the local university. | In Europe, universities can be essential sightseeing ...

London's finest public houses are sanctuaries of real ale and good conversations held in wood-clad institutions steeped in history and character. Commercial European lagers have been dominant fixtures ...

If you could take a road trip with your younger self, how well do you think the two of you would get along? Would you have an admiration for each other? Would you even recognize each other? Rick ...

Why culture shock is a valuable part of ‘thoughtful travel,’ according to Rick Steves Millions of Americans are expected to go on a European vacation this summer. Many of those going for the first ...