Travel Expert Rick Steves Pays His Staff Out Of Pocket As Travel Shuts Down Worldwide

[@antzleah5413]

I have enjoyed this man for many years. I always felt that he was special. Now I know it.

[@deerfield2004]

The same here,also like costco for the way emplyoyees is been treated.God Bless them.

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

Ditto...

[@Therealhtrinity]

Yes! ❤️

[@TheYafaShow]

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[@deciduous_99]

I have so much respect for this man. Please take care of yourself Rick. The world needs lots of people and business leaders like yourself. You’re an example for everyone you and your business touches.

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[@mellocat932]

This is a company that has the ethics to do the right thing by supporting his employees.

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[@davidmitchell5917]

A great man. These are the values that are in his books and shows. It’s so heartening to see someone who lives the values he espouses. This is surely how we want businesses everywhere to be run.

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[@sandraschneider886]

This guy. Sincere, generous, ethical...proud to call him friend.

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[@musingsatmidlife5278]

I have always enjoyed Rick Steves' YT videos and guides, but I love him more than ever now. Great interview. Thank you!

[@TheresAGirlInTheGardens]

His show is on Hulu, just in case you want to watch ❤️

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[@seangreening]

I’m going to buy stuff from Rick right now because I want to vote with my wallet for this kind of ethical leadership.

[@marieem1]

Count me in

[@AnnapurnaMoffatt]

Good for you. Another reason to love Rick: his products are durable as heck. My dad and I travelled in Italy for three weeks in January '06--Rick Steves guidebook and phrase book in hand, along with several other products--and the big Rick Steves suitcase that my dad got me for that trip has been my main suitcase ever since, going everywhere from two colleges (total of five years) to Albany, NY to friends' houses and maybe a few other spots, and is still in great shape. I wouldn't be surprised if it lasts for the rest of my life.

[@pierrechiasson1546]

A few years back, I bought his backpack, the Classic Back Door Bag -store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/classic-backpack - that he uses all the time and it has served me well during my travels. It's made durable and a good value. Try it!

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[@furdiebant]

Rick is an American icon. Rick, we in Europe are poorer without you.

[@margietucker1719]

Yes, we love him here in America. His great love of Europe and the people there, is very inspiring.

[@readmycomment3157]

What a lovely man. Integrity through and through.

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[@pierrechiasson1546]

Why am I not surprised... Rick Steves has all of my respect and has for years.

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[@AO-oy4rf]

I live in New Zealand & discovered Rick Steves travel shows on you tube & have become hooked on them - remote travelling until we can again. I hope his company survives as with his good karma helping all his employees through this they deserve to thrive.

[@danielbecker678]

I watch his program and he is an example of how to do an ethical business! The world need more people like Rick as head of companies

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[@Acidabc1]

Truly humbled to have been able to meet Mr. Steves in 2018 while a graduate student at NYU. I remember skipping a class to attend one of his "Travel As A Political Act" book signings on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. He signed my copy and I thanked him for filming a show in my native Romania. What a sincere man. Amazing experience. I use his guidebooks and audio tours when I travel throughout Europe. Thank you Mr. Steves!!!

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[@mogues11]

Ricks attitude and character is the example I want to follow to get me through this isolation and gradual recovery. Thanks Rick!

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[@sutats]

He's a real treasure. Keep on travelling.

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[@ItsPapaa]

What an incredible person. Insane how expensive it is to feed 100 different families! Glad to see his kindness is genuine!

[@PhonicsisFunwithMsCassy]

Rick is the travel man!! Bought my dad a rick steves ireland book for his trip and he lived it. He is a great dude.

[@terrismolenski6844]

I was one of the many travelers signed up for a Rick Steves tour this summer-my 3rd. Rick refunded our deposit without hesitation when our tour was cancelled. Thanks to Rick and his wonderful tour guides, we’ve learned so much about culture, history, art, music and each other. I can’t say enough about what a pleasure and privilege it is to experience Europe “through the back door.”

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[@TheAliLeba]

A great man that lives by the values he preaches. Hope this crisis is over soon.

[@sangeethadilip9308]

What a wonderful human being..Humble, Ethical, full of positive energy in his every word spoken. I just follow his videos to go around Europe, love to listen to him on and on..... :)... Best wishes Rick Steve and team.. The business will surely take off and back in track soon....... ..

[@WaysideWade]

Rick Steves! Ethical and wonderful person.

[@xflarearcadia1766]

What a gentleman!

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[@ReadingisMagicTV]

There’s more to life than just being productive. Amen. We’re all precious interconnected children of God - love it, Rick!

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[@conorfurlong]

He's such a decent guy.

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[@SRTilak1]

I throughly enjoyed your travel programs. The subjects and places and your precision over the travel is amazing. These steps are great and strength to you. Love to support your business from my side!

[@stacymyers2181]

I had to leave my job because I have a serious underlying condition . And I had to leave without pay . And it’s tough going. Do to hear Rick say he is still paying his staff despite the challenges it truly warms my heart. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@ellajument]

Stacy Myers I hope you’re doing ok!

[@stacymyers2181]

Ella M hey there Ella I am Not doing well health wise but I am hanging in their . Thanks for your kind concern .

[@ellajument]

@@stacymyers2181 I'm glad to hear that you're hanging in there- I hope your situation improves steadily Stacy!

[@stacymyers2181]

Ella M hey Ella good to hear from u again I don’t think there will be any improvement in my health . I have scleroderma which has damaged my lung . But with Jehovah’s help I am coping under the circumstances. Thanks for your loving concern even though we don’t know each other .

[@ellajument]

@@stacymyers2181 You're very welcome Stacy, I'm so sorry to hear about your condition. I hope you can manage to find a new "normal" that accommodates your needs and helps you feel fulfilled! It's nice to have a faith to guide you and take comfort in, and there's always all of Rick Steve's catalogue of fascinating travels and upbeat attitude to keep you company!

[@lindahaines0203]

Wow, great interview! You have a great attitude and outlook, very realistic. Thanks.

[@yd3979]

Love you Rick Steves, will join your tours again in the near future, you’re my hero!

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[@Kathryn721]

Wow! That is amazing. I'm a huge Rick Steves fan already and love his tours. But dang, paying his staff out of pocket, that is above and beyond! Way to go! We'll book more tours with you as soon as we can and help you refill your coffers!

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Love, love, love Mr. Rick Steves!!! He is the best! ⚘🙏♥️🙏⚘

[@rochellea9652]

Class Act!!! Love Rick. He is an example of what a loving,decent human being is. Also, sees others as one should. Treats all with great respect. God Bless and stay well Mr Steves

[@marydonohoe8200]

Love Rick’s shows!! Just one thing to add: cooking IS being productive! Bon appétit!

[@susanr5546]

What a superb, ethical response to this pandemic. I had the pleasure of hearing Rick Steves speak in the Chicago area in late 2015, and he spoke eloquently about how travel expands our horizons, how we gain deep knowledge of how the rest of the world lives, their culture, their architecture, their food and their politics. I applaud anyone who does what they can to help all of the people affected by this once in a 100 year event.

[@richardnelson3798]

I live where Mr Steve lives and works and it is so sad to see his BTBD business closed. That said, he is a true class act in every way.

[@bensev1]

I watch Rick Steves videos when I feel down and out... I always feel happy after. Such a good person.

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[@treurnichtxx]

That is an honest man! And with principles. I have followed him for years on KZbin, and he has always impressed me with his honesty and values!

[@MERISI001]

Only just discovered Rick Steves's travel videos. As a Brit he presents the UK better than we do and I'm sure the same can be said in other countries. As a business owner and employer he strikes me as thouroughly decent with a sensible outlook on what we are dealing with. Best of luck from London.

[@docmalthus]

Rick Steves is a class act and always was.

[@indie8189]

Grew up watching his shows and now I'm an avid traveler, been to 20+ countries mainly in Europe. I must thank Rick Steves for his guidebooks, and his advocate for independent travel and becoming temporary locals. That's what I've been doing and enjoying it immensely. He's a huge inspiration.

[@claytondefreitas9521]

I follow him on PBS ..he’s so right the French will do things French etc ..he’s very ethical

[@AvengingCaptAmerica]

God bless Rick Steves! I watched his shows until I could finally afford to travel to Europe, armed with my Rick Steve's guide books. I thought they were expensive at the time, but I can see it was money was very well spent. I can't wait till we can travel again, so I can book one of his company's tours!

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[@vatsalasampat895]

Hello Mr. Steves. I was blown over by your sense of ethics. The world needs more people like you. Selfless and with a sense of commitment to your employees. I bow my head to you.

[@luiseknutson6397]

God bless you RIck Steve’s. I love to travel myself and I always watch your shows when I am home!

[@sir853]

such a lovely chap, would love to meet him one day

[@JohnAckerman31]

I’ve met him at a travel show, and he is such a nice guy. Not only is he a wealth of knowledge when it comes to travel, but he has a heart of gold. He knows how to have a good time, and how to help others.

[@mimiwhitney-hafft3036]

I met Rick years ago in Palo Alto, California, when he was in his early years and doing a book tour. He is special. What a wonderful guy to pay his local staff during all this. Congratulations Rick.

[@missafricafashionanthropol5397]

Mr steves, thank you for letting me see a world i never knew existed. You are so generous and kind. Love from🇰🇪🇰🇪. Please come to the Tsavo one day.

[@Therealhtrinity]

Beautiful ! Thank you for sharing you and the world with us, Rick! Just love you more now ❤️

[@jennyoshea1958]

Great response from Rick. Such a nice bloke 😊🌻🌹🌿🌷🌴🙂 Love his travel videos 🌿❤️😊🙂🌷🌹🌴🌻

[@chrisk8187]

Mr. Steves, My wife and I were addicted fans of yours starting back in the mid-'90s and were watching the PBS travel shows, reading your books and DVD's etc. Our ultimate goal was to visit France before our two children were to old for us to afford traveling there with us. My wife had a masters in library and information science and was a "research- aholic". This was to be a "trip of a lifetime". We needed to go before our son could walk and was young enough to fly free and our daughter was almost 4. We arrived in mid-May '99 and rented an apartment in the 11th Arrondissment. My wife had a French minor and we planned 7 days in Paris and 7 days in the Loire River Valley. We used all the local transportation, shopped in the neighborhood stores and pushed a double stroller with the two kids, camera bag, jackets, food etc. The most frightening experience was going to the patisserie which were always packed. One couldn't ask what's this or that because there was always a long line so you had to know what you wanted like in the "soup nazi" store in the Seinfeld TV series. But we pretty much saw the major iconic sights.

[@1billwill]

Great video ,Rick Steves is a very nice man ive followed him for many years thank you Rick.

[@mintlp]

I always loved Rick Steves and now I love him even more! I look forward to booking a vacation with his Tour company in the future.

[@priscillaobeng-akrofi619]

So many things have been said in this video but the one that caught me in my tracks and I admire most is that Rick chose to keep his workers and pay them during the pandemic. That's worthy of commendation.

[@cremebrulee4759]

What a wonderful, ethical man! I always liked him, but I am now a major fan for life.

[@Carolfoasia]

That was fun to watch. Whenever I am sick, I watch his videos. Always a pick me up. WIN WIN not WIN LOSE I like that!

[@michaelslim4301]

God Bless Him, Family & Staff 🙏❤️🌈.😇

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

There's more to life than just being productive! LOVE IT! Thanks, Rick. I'm borrowing that quote, but will give credit for it to you! LOL!!

[@MariaMendoza-qq3pd]

Beautiful interview!❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️😍

[@Hoakaloa]

Thank you, Rick Steves! I've been feeling so depressed and listening to you has helped make me feel hopeful.

[@christinawherrity6058]

Rick Steves is the absolute best there is ❤️

[@harrystuart1]

I have enjoyed Rick's travel videos for many years, and now I can see that he is a wonderful person. It's great to see someone who truly values the people he works with. Great work Rick.

[@marisol9171]

Rick Steve is good and an ethical man. His presentations are excellent!

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[@ScotsmaninUtah]

Rick Steve's travel guides as is his character, is the best ! I have used his books and videos for 25+ years and he is a superb guide. His comment about life not being just about trying to get the best deal is wonderfully profound :D

[@abhinavsharma-977]

I have always enjoyed his YT videos & guides. Ethical & Wonderful person.

[@debbiecalvino422]

Ahhh so sorry you are missing your vacation !! You definitely deserve it!!You have helped so many of us enjoy ours! You are my hero and an inspiration for traveling in a way that helps all learn, experience and appreciate other’s lifestyles🌎

[@JeevesTCW]

Bravo to Rick Steves we need more people like him in our lives and running businesses. Watching his KZbin videos really helped me stay sane and positive in early April when I had just come out of hospital after suffering with COVID and I was in isolation whilst getting the news that my sister in law had passed from this awful virus. Best Wishes to you Steve, your family and employees. Regards Rich.

[@evelynrivera9120]

I love to travel around the world with Rick Steves through his videos ! 📹 The Best!

[@adamolson3468]

Rick Steves for President!!

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

Wow...I'm totally blown away. I have loved his shows for years but right now I'm just really impressed with his ethical attitude. He will be greatly rewarded.

[@lynxnel7431]

A man with a golden heart. I love watching his travels in KZbin and I don't skip the ads...

[@jaye6568]

Steve has got it made. He has traveled far and wide, had fun while doing it. Steve has produced tons of quality programs, global travel tips. & tricks, fun bloopers and what not. He's right on about tolerance, community and sustainability. I hope Steve would lead the pack, think about going plant-based (slicing an onion is a good start) and offer the discovery of eco tourism/eateries wherever he goes in the future. My hats off to Steve.

[@OZZIEMV]

I always though Rick put the charm on only when shooting his videos, well I was wrong. Rick has charm, wit, ethics, morals and above all, compassion for all people around the world. He has now become one of my all time favourite people.

[@bonniec1414]

Loved the interview, Rick Steves! Thank you for taking care of your staff in this difficult period. Just keep in mind that olive oil has a limited life...best used sooner! :) We look forward to traveling with you again!

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[@bobbipace581]

Now this is an ethical business person! Have always enjoyed his expertise when traveling!

[@toddbaumann3980]

This guy is a class act and understands how a employer should be he also understands he is were he is because of his employees i have watched his stuff for years and will continue to watch and support him

[@antjee]

I have been watching & enjoying his shows for years. Great ethical decision, I am sure his employees will be loyal forever, he has my respect.

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[@jmc8076]

I won’t live in fear or be part of pushing it on others. Mr Steve’s has a loyal following in Canada too. I wish he’d open an office maybe in Toronto one day.👏 🇨🇦🌎👓

[@chrishigdon1070]

love how you explain the trips you take and some of the history lessons, you do a great job, hoping before my health gets worse I would like to go to Ireland

[@johnparsons3454]

Rick bought a delapidated apartment and fixed it up and turned it into a women's shelter. It turned out to be a great investment for him. Instead of cashing out he gave the building to the local government. I may not have the details perfectly but this is a really great guy.

[@paulrumohr]

Way to take the high road Steve. Your business will explode when all this is done.

[@massbygus]

THAT'S exactly what I'm doing right now, travel dreaming BIG time, so as soon as they open the doors for us Americans (aka La Peste) run out the door and directly to Europe and to the rest of the world...! Thanks Steve forever...

[@catholicpeaces6543]

Furlough is not part of his business....well done Rick, you have been a staple for millions and we appreciate all you do for us and your staff!

[@MVL1827]

I love Rick Steve!💙 God Bless you....

[@hildasilver7925]

My friends in Europe say it's been hard economically for them this year without the tourist business. I hope we come through this madness sooner than later and travel again, live again. I 🙏.

[@anielin926]

Rick Steves, you are just the best person on earth.

[@4JimmyBoy]

Thanks to WGBH News for this video, but even more so to the man himself, Rick Steves!! ^_^/

[@calwestland34]

I always enjoyed his Europe videos and the videos helped!!

[@DestinationsChronicles]

Gotta love Rick Steves~~ Class act

[@kyles.2029]

Never go to a European country without his guidebook. Not just because he is a good guy, his guides are incredible. My folks did the Italy trip, they are incredible.

[@Kikyolover9]

Very inspiring and very sweet 🙏🙏🙏

[@yaser5133]

Thanks for being awesome Rick Steves, and also thanks for visting England

[@Missfortunerules]

Rick Steves, what a good hooman.

[@joshuasunil2052]

God Bless you Rick !! I see a great character in you !!

[@bentroy6263]

Brilliant interview. Thank you.

[@intermezzomusic]

Rick Steves, you're the best! And you are a very good pianist too. (I am a pianist by profession). God bless you more, so that you can bless even more people.

[@Jeaniesunshine-fb5rk]

Bless you Steve. What a good thought. My family works for intertainment venue. No checks coming in. The boss is doing what he can. But he has 2 mortgages. . And had to return money. Prayers

[@KidFabulous72]

He is an absolute angel! I love him so much

[@donnimurphy5403]

Kudos!!!!!!!!!!!!! I vote Rick Steves for president as well !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@madonnawayne4130]

We have used RS's guide books and all his tips on travel to let us feel more comfortable about foreign cultural norms. We are missing the thrill of travel. " The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only a page". St. Augustine

[@geoffcapp7257]

My family and I have always relied on Rick and his team. It will continue.

[@marciadehaven210]

Memories of my travels earlier in life have helped me through this time. So glad we chose to experience the world as young adults and parents. We still live in the same house from 40 years ago but now I realize it's an anchor for our kids when they return with their kids. Loved Ricks' thoughtful words.

[@JamesBrown-ij1px]

Rick Steves is a national treasure!