“Prague doesn’t let you go...This little mother has claws.” —Franz Kafka

I reflect on seventeen of the changes that I have witnessed here in the Czech Republic over the course of seventeen years.

Although the Czech Republic is consistently rated one of the most peaceful nations on the planet it continuously surprises me the number of travelers who, in their foggy state of travel bliss, seem to misplace all sense of caution and awareness.

Here’s an overview of recommendations and reminders in order to help you travel discreetly and safely under the radar here in Europe.

On 1 May 2016 Emirates began A380 service between Prague and Dubai.

Emirates invited me along to the inaugural party and this was my experience.

When I first arrived fifteen years ago a hamburger here in Prague meant something akin to a SPAMburger consisting of processed mystery meats. So the term hamburger rather quickly fell out of my vocabulary.

My Prague Food Revolution series showcases just how much the food scene has changed.