Category: Czech Republic

Haunted Prague

| October 27, 2011 | 0 Comments
Haunted Prague

Prague may come as no surprise as a spooky city due to its turbulent history and the many myths and urban legends that surround its top attractions. Whether you believe in the supernatural or not, visiting these so-called “haunted places” make for a fun way of discovering the city. You can find many tour groups [...]

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Top Ten Underrated Cities in Central & Eastern Europe

| August 6, 2010 | 1 Comment
Top Ten Underrated Cities in Central & Eastern Europe

If you’re looking to broaden the scope of your trips to include some less-talked-about places, with outstanding things to see and do. Here is our list of top ten underrated cities in Central & Eastern Europe. Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic  Ceský Krumlov is located in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. The city [...]

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Luxury train travel: The Danube Express

| June 15, 2010 | 0 Comments
Luxury train travel: The Danube Express

Operating since 2008, The Danube Express is one of the newest train travel services in Europe. Yet, this emerging rail company is quickly getting a reputation for its high class service and distinct itineraries. The luxury “hotel on wheels” offers travelers a journey across some of the most spectacular areas of Central and Eastern Europe. Tours include the Istanbul Loop, a [...]

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Prague’s Highlights

| December 12, 2009 | 0 Comments
Prague’s Highlights

Situated on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. This beautiful and impressive city has become a major tourist destination in Eastern Europe. Here are some of the city’s best highlights. Prague Castle Constructed in the 9th century by Prince Borivoj of the Premyslid Dynasty, Prague Castle is [...]

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Prague’s most famous clock

| November 2, 2009 | 0 Comments
Prague’s most famous clock

Every hour, hundreds of visitors gather in Old Town Square to watch one of Prague’s most famous landmark’s, the Astronomical Clock also known as Orloj. The clock dates back to 1410 when it was originally built by Mikuláš of Kadan and Jan Šindel, who later became a professor at Charles University in Prague. The three [...]

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My Travel Photos: Trdelník

| October 3, 2009 | 0 Comments
My Travel Photos: Trdelník

As most of you can see, I’ve have a sweet tooth. One of my favorite treats during my stay in Prague was the Trdelnik, a traditional sweet bread. The Trdelnik is made by rolling the dough around a large cylindrical spit, grilled, and then topped with sugar and walnuts. You can find Trdelnik stands throughout the [...]

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Prague Food Festival 2009

| March 23, 2009 | 0 Comments
Prague Food Festival 2009

Attention foodies and international travelers! The Prague Food Festival is happening on May 29–31 in the Czech Republic. The three-day celebration features the culinary skills of top chefs in the Czech Republic, local and exotic delicacies by over 30 restaurants, along with a variety of cooking and food demonstrations. There will also be a selection of [...]

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