Prague’s Darth Vader
There are many things Prague is known for – Charles Bridge, the Prague castle, weekend breaks – but connections with Darth Vader tend to be few and far. Which isn’t
Serendipitous Travel – Delivered by Google
Google has been able to provide travel options from within its search facility for some time now but I never intentionally used it as I preferred tools like SkyScanner. I
Evidence of The Prussian Invasion of Prague
The Seven Years’ War took place between 1756 & 1763 when Prussian troops invaded Bohemia under King Frederick II. The story behind most wars is usually found in history books
An Insider’s Tip for Genuine Mediterranean Dining
It is a fact of 21st century Maltese life that restaurants proudly flaunt their local roots in ways that had not been done before. It’s not that the Maltese were
10 Reasons to visit the Palace of the Parliament
Bucharest is unusual as a European capital in that it does not have a castle or palace in the centre of it. Think of Prague or London and you’ll see
The Hidden Roof Tops of Brussels
Depending on which part of Brussels you work in, the lunch options can vary tremendously. The vast majority of them are quite good but trying to find a great view while
Is Travelling By Coach Still A Good Option?
I was looking forward to Warsaw. I felt a little smug at the possibility of a weekend away for only 25 EUR, courtesy of a special offer by Polski Bus. Many
The Mystery of Mercury in the centre of Prague
As you approach the Old Town Square, heading down Celetna, you will be forgiven for missing the Golden Angel that stares down at you while you saunter across the cobbled
Relaxed Dining at a Bargain – Warsaw
In Warsaw, everything is relaxed. Rebuilt after the War, the city gleams with a shine that comes from being polished to within an inch of its life. The carefully maintained buildings ooze centuries of life, hiding
Revealing the House of the Black Madonna
Behind the hustle and bustle of Prague’s shopping district, just off the Fruit Market (Ovocny Trh), the House of the Black Madonna stands watch at the junction of the market