While Google Maps can be a good tool for finding food as a tourist in a foreign city (or even at home), if you’re in Japan, check out these better options.
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Did you know you can buy a house in Italy for 1 euro? To reverse population decline, this popular island is selling houses for nothing, but it comes with rules.
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Travel expert Rick Steves knows about fun European customs, and this Swedish coffee-based tradition will be adored by tourists whether coffee lovers or not.
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What do you do if your passport is lost or stolen? Or there's a family emergency abroad? Here's everything you need to know about how to get an urgent passport.
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London, England, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. So when is the best time to visit for great weather and fewer crowds?
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Bali, Indonesia, has its own unique culture. If you're planning a visit, make sure you follow these cultural etiquette rules to make the most of your trip.
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Learn about the European Union Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) being introduced in 2024 and 2025.
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If you’re trying to reduce your airplane traveler stress by only packing a carry-on suitcase, be sure to avoid this common mistake while storing your bag.
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Copenhagen is known for its canals and its sustainability - and tourists can explore both with a free kayak rental, if they agree to two conditions.
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Airports are busy places where all sorts of things are happening, but there are pieces of information that staff would prefer to stay out of the public realm.
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Turkey is a unique country, with its European influence blending with its Muslim traditions. Due to this, you want to be careful about the clothing you pack.
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There is something inherently joyful about going on a cruise, but you don't want to risk getting on the bad side of the crew by committing this faux pas.
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Tourists should be aware of the unspoken and unexpected rule that anyone who has ever lived in or visited New York City knows - and it recently became legal.
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Disney's theme parks are places of wonder and joy, yet still some visitors decide to take things too far, annoying the cast members in the process.
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European showers may not be like the ones you're familiar with at home. Here's what to know, and why they're not so bad... once you get used to them.
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Dining out in Japan is all part of the experience, but when it comes to ordering food, the best way to get a waiter's attention may feel rude.
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To avoid tourist traps and ensure you're making the most of every delicious meal while in Spain, make sure you don't go to a busy restaurant at this hour.
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Travel expert Rick Steves has put certain destinations around Europe on the map, but some critics say that this popularity can have a negative effect.
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If you're visiting France, you have to go to a bakery and order a baguette. But there is an important trick to know. Here's how to order a baguette in France.
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Singapore is famous for its many rules, but the city is incredibly clean because of them! Here's an unexpected rule to be aware of as a tourist.
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To avoid looking like a tourist in Italy and making this embarrassing mistake, make sure you brush up on your ordering etiquette before going to a restaurant.
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If you’re a tourist traveling in Germany, you might not expect to see this surprising yet ubiquitous tool in your shower. Here’s what it is and why it’s there.
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Between small bathrooms and lukewarm water, showering in Europe is not like showering in the U.S. Here's why Rick Steves says to take short showers in Europe.
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Don't ruin the cinematic experience of your fellow moviegoers. Here are some unwritten etiquette rules you need to know before hitting the theater in Japan.
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Avoid paying full tourist prices unnecessarily when traveling in Spain, and use learn this simple phrase to improve your dining experience and save money.
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This incredible medieval-style castle in Scotland offers fascinating history, mysterious legends, and dramatic landscapes captured in many famous films.
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