Lee Adams
School
Suffolk College (UK)
Expertise
Czech Republic, Central & Eastern Europe, Expat Life
- Lee caught the travel bug in his teens. He has backpacked extensively around Central and Eastern Europe and visited many other destinations.
- He moved to Brno, Czech Republic, to begin a new life in 2009. As a long-term expat, he has faced all kinds of challenges, from starting a family in another country to sourcing creature comforts from back home.
- Lee is relishing the opportunity to write about his passion for travel for Explore.
Experience
Lee joined Static Media in 2021. In addition to writing for Explore, he has also written for Islands. Lee started his professional writing career in 2017 after blogging and reviewing online for many years. He has also written for the Brno Expat Centre and Brno Daily, covering many topics for English-language readers, including cinema, theater, family activities, and social issues. Lee is the co-founder of the Brno Writers Group and the Brno Short Story Writing Competition.
Education
Lee studied film at a degree level before departing to take a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate in Prague, Czech Republic. Teaching didn't stick, but his experience in the city sparked a long-term love for the country he would eventually make his home.
Explore’s content is created by qualified and experienced writers and editors, bolstered by outside field experts. Our mission is to provide readers with well-rounded and accurate information by way of entertaining and engaging articles that deliver a diversity of content, including everything from detailed guides for exotic locales to easily accessible information on domestic travel.
Our editors consistently review and update articles to ensure they're providing current, relevant, and useful information. Complete information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Lee Adams
-
You might presume that the NFL stadium with the largest capacity would sit in one of the nation's major metropolises, but this city begs to differ.
-
British cuisine doesn't have the best reputation, but is it really as bad as the memes suggest? As always, the truth is more complex than most would like.
-
Five years on from the catastrophe that almost burned it to the ground, the famous Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is open to visitors once again.
-
Even the most beautiful places often have complex histories, and that is certainly true at this idyllic fairytale village in the west of Germany.
-
If you think Austria is all about Vienna and Salzburg, think again. This spectacular city in the mountains offers the quintessential Austrian experience.
-
Even if you're an adventurous eater and love to try the local delicacies when visiting a new country, you may want to skip this one. Here's why.
-
Explore the eerie myths and strange occurrences of the storied Appalachain Mountains, a hotspot for paranormal TikTok content and ancient folklore.
-
Step back in time at the largest ranch in the U.S. and learn about cowboy culture, the unique desert conditions, and why it’s a must-visit destination.
-
Visit the U.K.'s smallest city to do more than just check it off your bucket list. This walkable gem also has stunning beaches and lots of history.
-
For a quiet and relaxing seaside getaway, visit this charming town in southwestern England, where you can browse unique shops and enjoy fresh seafood.
-
This iconic destination in Spain may be popular, but it's not for everyone. Here's why you might want to skip it on your next trip to Barcelona.
-
Skip LA or San Francisco. Instead, explore these inland desert towns that are off-grid, quirky, and filled with tons of activities as you relax in nature.
-
Visit North Carolina to catch a glimpse of the mysterious "Brown Mountain Lights." Here's what to know about the folklore and true reason behind them.
-
Visit one (or all!) of these great amusement parks within driving distance from San Jose, California, for a fun and family-friendly day out for all ages.
-
There are several benefits to dual citizenship, and you don't necessarily have to spend years in a country to qualify. These countries let you buy a passport.
-
Explore all there is to do in this historic English town, from taking a scenic walk along the chalk cliffs to finding the best fish and chips.
-
Learn why Rick Steves loves this Germany city and explore some highlights, from its dark yet fascinating history to the best places to find bratwurst.
-
The off-the-beaten-track town of Chagrin Falls may be small, but boasts natural beauty and a vibrant community just 30 minutes from Cleveland, Ohio.
-
According to Rick Steves, there is one common feature in American public bathrooms - one we won’t do without - that you won’t always find in Europe.
-
Heading to the airport in Austin? You're in for a treat with some of the best food options you can find at any terminal in the U.S. Here are the top five.
-
One of the best things about visiting Greece is trying the country's delicious food! Here's an important mistake to avoid when exploring the culinary scene.
-
The Texas metroplex that is Dallas-Fort Worth can seem quite intimidating, but this charming small town will take you away from the chaos of the city.
-
California is jam-packed with fascinating ghost towns waiting to be explored, and this fascinating road trip takes in four of the most intriguing.
-
Beloved actor Stanley Tucci ate nearly every dish in Italy in his CNN show, “Searching for Italy.” Here is the Venice eatery referred to as “cicchetti heaven.”
-
There is a lot to like about a town that was once the most westerly settlement in the U.S., especially if you are into great beer and delicious food.
-
How did a small man with tuberculosis carve and move 1,000 tons of rock? This mysterious structure in Florida comes with an even more mysterious story.
-
Visit this iconic Canadian landmark and you might wonder if you've landed in London by mistake! Here's what to know about Canada's version of "Big Ben."