New Yorker Katie Marin thinks many Americans have something to learn about the value of public spaces in their cities.

I've noticed that squares in America are not as prominent a feature as they are elsewhere in the world.

Just ahead, we look at the options for making a public space the heart of your town.

For a quieter scene, England boasts plenty of trails for hikers of all levels.

To the English public access across the countryside is a priority.

And one of the most beloved national trails is the South Downsway.

Fabulous views across the Downs, beautiful countryside, and lots of really nice pubs that's important too.

And to overcome those lockdown blues, we'll get into the spirit of the vibrant spring fairs they usually hold in southern Spain right about now.

April there, it's like the explosion of life. It's like the explosion of color, music, everybody happy and having party.

Come along, it's Travel with Rick Steves.

How pedestrian-friendly is the city where you live?

Considering how the COVID pandemic has made many of us rethink the places we call home.

On today's Travel with Rick Steves, let's be examined how a good downtown square or plaza can redefine the character of your town.

And for a little fresh air, we'll also explore the English tradition of rambling on a country trail.

Public access to open space is a right the English insist on.

The weeks surrounding the Easter holiday are traditionally a big time to celebrate with the family in Spain.

Even while Spain has to prevent the crowds of pre-COVID times a little longer by canceling the big April fair again this year.

Let's anticipate how they'll celebrate Sevilla's biggest social event of the year again next year.

Local guide Concepción Delgado joined us a few years ago to describe how they normally like to pull out all the stops in her home town.

Concepción, thanks for being here.

Thank you.

What does April fair mean to you who've grown up in Sevilla?

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