Darek's Travel Notes

Let’s talk about airline tickets. The untold truth to remember is you will always get what you pay for.  The cheaper your ticket, the fewer guarantees and the more restrictions come along with it....

As my flight to Rome was canceled, I have spent 2 extra days in Berlin prior to heading home yesterday. Please read my earlier blog for my take on Berlin.  I want to add to that report two more...

I am back in Berlin – again!  I grew up only 3 hours from this great city, yet I have only started to explore it in depth during the past 5 years.  I am now coming to Berlin 3-4 times each...

When in Rome, I prefer to do what the Romans do. I also do, with less enthusiasm, what every tourist does. What I mean is that as a visitor to this great city, I have a choice to make: either to see...

I have experienced Europe in July (alone) and again in August (with a small group). After time off in September, I am heading back to Europe (with mostly European customers) in mid-October. And...

Many of us are currently concerned about safety of air travel. I want to share with about you my recent flying experiences which have led me to conclude flying is as safe as ever. My observations...

My first exposure to Christmas Markets was in Italy. Food, artisan clothing, hand-made goods, and Christmas decorations were the major attractions. Some also included carnival rides and entertainment...

Since mid-May 2020,  I have taken 2 domestic trips and 2 transatlantic trips, including 2 trips within Europe.  I have taken 18 flights (domestic and international), stayed at multiple hotels, and...

This is a brief report from the final stop of our July/August tour. We have taken a detour to Poland! From Berlin, it is only 2 hours to the Polish border (and only 3.5 hours to my hometown of...

One of my favorite aspects of international travel is ability to unplug from the grid. When abroad, I try to “live like a local” whenever practical and possible. That means following cultural...