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Iran Join Rick as he explores the most surprising and fascinating land he's ever visited: Iran. In a one-hour, ground-breaking travel special on public television, you'll discover the splendid monuments of...

My one-hour special “Rick Steves Iran: Yesterday and Today,” which helps humanize 90 million Iranian people, is streaming free and ad-free at www.ricksteves.com/watch-iran.

A photo of Iranian schoolgirls with the following text: Look at each face...think of the love, hopes, and dreams in your family...and multiply that by 90 million. As American taxpayers, every American bomb that drops has our names on it.

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Rick Steves weighs in on WA ‘millionaires tax’

The Edmonds-based travel writer and TV personality says: “A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it.”

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Text from a Rick Steves post on Facebook: "A Millionaires Tax? Let’s Try Shared Prosperity! A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it. In 2029, Washington state will start collecting a 9.9% tax on income over $1 million. The 8,000,000 Washingtonians whose households make less than a million dollars a year will pay zero under this new tax and enjoy all the benefits of a better-funded state. And for the wealthy (like me and an estimated 30,000 others), every million dollars in taxable income that our households earn after the first million will cost us about $100,000. It takes a lot of money to run a state that’s as livable as ours. Yet Washington is one of only nine states that don’t currently levy a traditional income tax. Our state is still funded by consumption taxes, such as sales and excise taxes, giving us the second-most regressive tax code in the country. (Only Florida has us beat.) And it’s time for Washington millionaires to pay our fair share. Right about now, Republicans reading this are queuing up in the comments to holler their well-worn excuses: A state income tax will penalize, and therefore demoralize, Washington state’s job creators! Letting the rich get richer results in more wealth trickling down! Wealthy people will flee your state for those with more regressive taxation! (Since California and Oregon already have a comparable tax, that would be distant lands like Texas, Tennessee, and Nevada.) As a wealthy person myself, I see this tax as essentially free money for all Washingtonians. Everybody in my state gains. And speaking from personal experience, I know that anyone who earns enough to be subject to this tax is beyond the point where consuming more adds to their security, their well-being, or even, arguably, their happiness — meaning there will be basically zero human cost."

Text from Rick Steves Facebook post: "If you disagree, consider the minuscule impact this tax will have on my state’s millionaires. Now, contrast that with the value of close to $4 billion a year in tax revenue once it’s smartly invested in programs that will help the roughly one-third of Washington households living paycheck to paycheck. For those who still aren’t convinced, here’s a lesson I’ve learned in my travels: Even if you’re motivated only by greed, if you know what’s good for you, you don’t want to be filthy rich in a society with a huge gap between rich and poor. It’s just not a nice place to raise your kids. And remember: Shrouds have no pockets…especially if you’re a multimillionaire with no heart for your neighbors. Plus, helping build a better community for you and your neighbors just…feels good. I learned this firsthand back in 2011, when — after years of receiving a Bush-era tax break for the wealthy that I didn’t need — I noticed that to pay for that tax cut, public funding for community programs and institutions was being decimated. Recognizing the practical value of investing my tax savings in my community, I’ve donated $100,000 a year to our local arts center and symphony ever since, covering concert hall rental costs for our volunteer orchestra and much more. Paying a “self-imposed wealth tax” and knowing I’m helping my entire community has brought me great joy for 15 years and counting. It’s far from heroic…but it is a little lonely."

Text from Rick Steves Facebook post: "The “millionaires tax” that Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law today will make our state better than ever — not just for the working class and poor, but for everyone who values a healthy and sustainable future. And for us millionaires who are enlightened enough to realize that we’ve reached a point where consuming more won’t make us genuinely happier, it just feels right to pay a little extra. For me, it’s biblical (“To whom much is given, much will be required”)… It’s European (after all, societies that are equitably funded are much more “content” than ours)… And — for those of us with a heart for the public good — it’s simply common sense. Sign me up!"

Travel writer Rick Steves on Washington's newly signed "Millionaires Tax"

Eugene Cho and Rick Steves talk about ending hunger Rick Steves and Eugene Cho discussed the fight against hunger on Rick's March 23 edition of Monday Night Travel. The entire 90-minute program is worth watching. I especially appreciated Eugene's repor...

Did you catch #MondayNightTravel with @ricksteves.bsky.social and @bread4theworld.bsky.social's EugeneCho? It was an informative conversation about hunger—and I was thrilled they talked about my forthcoming book: #PovertyAbolitionists

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Rick Steves: "Know people before you bomb them."

On Death, Sex & Money, the travel writer reflects on the 2009 episode of his show on Iran.

Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/MGQw7_-6uCw?...

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Rick Steves' Iran (2009) YouTube video by Rick Steves' Europe

At the very least, I wish more Americans would watch and support @pbs.org. If you haven't seen the @ricksteves.bsky.social Iran episode, you really should take the time. These little windows can change perspectives. Let’s start with empathy.

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Thank you, Lara! Keep on travelin'

On the Hippie Trail A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Now with a new preface and postscript! Stow away with Rick Steves for a glimpse into the unforgettable moments, misadventures, ...

Can’t make it to one of my book tour events? You can pre-order a paperback copy of “On the Hippie Trail” here: www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/rick-...

Happy travels!

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The paperback edition of “On the Hippie Trail” hits bookstores in just a month — and I’ll be hitting the road in late April for a book tour! Tickets are still available in Brookline, Kansas City, and San Diego — find out more at www.ricksteves.com/about-rick/wheres-rick, and I hope to see you there!

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Tonight, we're celebrating! It’s free, it’s impactful, and you’re invited. Register now:

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Join me and @bread4theworld.bsky.social CEO EugeneCho live tonight to get the latest on the global fight to end hunger and extreme poverty in spite of wars, climate change, and the end of USAID…why it matters…and how you can help: www.ricksteves.com/mnt.

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Here I am in Orvieto Cathedral’s Chapel of San Brizio (on the right, gesturing toward the artwork on the ceiling) — giddy to be mentoring a group of our newly hired Rick Steves' Europe tour guides.

24 of our newest @ricksteveseurope.bsky.social tour guides recently reported to Rome for a week of hands-on experience to learn how to lead in the "Rick Steves style." It was my very favorite kind of tour... a mentoring tour, with me as the tour guide!

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Avoiding Crowds - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite YouTube video by Rick Steves' Europe

Just discovered @ricksteves.bsky.social and can't wait to see more of his travel guides.

First thing I came across was this excellent guide on avoiding holiday crowds. As a Brit, I have an innate desire to join the nearest queue. This is the perfect antidote!

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No, unfortunately. I'll be on the road.

Done! Thank you.

That's great to hear. Happy travels!

Germany’s Fascist Story YouTube video by Rick Steves' Europe

Watching the @ricksteves.bsky.social episode about fascism and Nazi Germany. It's frightening watching it now because so many of the things talked about in this episode are happening RIGHT NOW. I HIGHLY recommend you watch and get everyone you know to watch.

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Thanks for the reminder — will do!

I last posted on Tuesday! (But thank you!)

On the Hippie Trail A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Now with a new preface and postscript! Stow away with Rick Steves for a glimpse into the unforgettable moments, misadventures, ...

You can find out more about "On the Hippie Trail" and preorder a paperback copy now at www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/rick-...

Happy travels!

Back in 1978, I traveled through Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India & Nepal with my best friend on the ultimate trip for any backpacker — the so-called Hippie Trail.

“On the Hippie Trail” features my journal & photos from that journey — and the paperback edition will be available 4/21!

Rev. Eugene Cho will join @ricksteves.bsky.social on Monday, March 23 at 9 PM ET for Monday Night Travel!

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Rick Steves' Iran (2009) YouTube video by Rick Steves' Europe

Tried watching @ricksteves.bsky.social Iran episode and only made it 30 seconds before getting choked up at the sight of darling Iranian school girls.

If only everyone could see their humanity. ❤️‍🩹 A must watch.

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