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<h2>Early Life and Career Beginnings</h2>
<p>Rick Steves is a well-known American <a href="/biography/rick-steves">television personality</a>, author, and travel expert, primarily focusing on European travel. He began his career by teaching travel classes at the Experimental College, a student-run, non-credit program at his alma mater, the University of Washington. During this time, Steves also worked as a summer tour guide and taught piano. His father owned a piano store, where Rick also contributed to the family business.</p>

<h2>Writing and Publishing: Europe Through the Back Door</h2>
<p>Steves’s interest in travel led him to author his first guidebook, <em>Europe Through the Back Door</em>, which offered general travel advice for exploring Europe. Self-published initially, the book emphasized independent travel and provided practical tips for avoiding tourist traps. Unlike many guidebook authors, Steves ran a storefront business that combined piano instruction and travel consulting. He held presentation-style travel classes and organized a few group tours annually, though he did not offer ticket booking or standard travel agency services.</p>

<h2>Rick Steves' Europe: Television and Media Influence</h2>
<p>Rick Steves is the <a href="/biography/rick-steves">producer</a>, writer, and host of the long-running public television series <em>Rick Steves' Europe</em>, distributed by American Public Television and produced through Oregon Public Broadcasting. He also hosts the public radio show <em>Travel with Rick Steves</em>. His content is tailored for an American audience, encouraging viewers and readers to travel as "temporary locals" by visiting lesser-known towns and villages alongside major cities. Steves has developed an extensive portfolio of travel guidebooks, mobile applications, and multimedia programs that have attracted a dedicated following often referred to as "Rickniks."</p>

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<h2>Educational and Social Advocacy</h2>
<p>Steves, a <a href="/biography/rick-steves">member</a> of the Lutheran faith, has created educational content on topics such as the European Reformation and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther">Martin Luther</a>. He is an active <a href="/biography/rick-steves">supporter</a> of Liberation Theology and has spoken for organizations including the Lutheran Peace Fellowship. His work often reflects socially conscious messaging alongside practical travel guidance.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Rick Steves was married to Anne Steves until their divorce in 2010. Together, they have two adult children, Jackie Steves and Andy Steves. Andy has followed in his father's footsteps, launching his own travel company and writing guidebooks. Rick Steves spends roughly one-third of each year in Europe, conducting research for new editions of his guidebooks and filming episodes of his television program. His estimated net worth is approximately $10 million.</p>

<h2>Advocacy for Drug Policy Reform and Homelessness Solutions</h2>
<p>In addition to his travel work, Steves is an <a href="/biography/rick-steves">advocate</a> for the decriminalization of marijuana for responsible adult use. He contends that marijuana should be viewed similarly to legal substances such as tobacco and alcohol, rather than as a hard drug. Steves is also outspoken in support of policies aimed at addressing homelessness.</p>

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