Month: December 2015

VOLUNTEERING IN PRAGUE

Volunteering is on many people’s lists of New Year’s resolutions. But it can be hard to find a place to volunteer as an English speaker. There are many little things that you can do, such as volunteer at an animal shelter or crocheting hats or other clothing for the homeless or refugees. It is possible to find…

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TASTE YOUR WAY AROUND THE WORLD

In recent years the restaurant scene in Prague has developed a lot. Sure there are still a number of good Czech Restaurants in Prague to get your traditional Svíčková, Goose and dumplings, but as a local you may be craving sometimes something more international. Check our little taste around the world guide and find your place for…

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CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING IN PRAGUE

Starting as early as January 1st, the streets of Prague become crowded with discarded Christmas trees. Although the sight is quite depressing, leaving a used tree by the recycling containers is one of the most ecologically friendly way to dispose of it. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s website. The best place to discover Prague,…

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CZECH WINTER BEERS

Czechs are known to be experts in beer-brewing so it is no surprise that they brew special beers in winter that hit just the right spot. Generally winter beers high a higher percentage of alcohol as well as degrees: darker and sweeter beers will warm you up and energize you through the cold winter months….

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WHERE TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR IN PRAGUE

In several European countries, people believe that the way you’ll meet the New Year is the way you’ll spend it. Prague is one of the top destinations for celebrating the New Year and there are so many clubs and bars to choose from. Here are some of the hottest venues in Prague where to celebrate…

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THE ANNUAL POLAR BEAR SWIM

On Saturday, December 26th the 69th annual Christmas competition of hardiness swimmers will take place on the Vltava river. The event will take place on Slovansky ostrov near the National Theater. There will be three swimming routes of varying lengths: 100 meters, 300 meters and 750 meters. Winter swimming (zimní plavání) in Czech Republic… http://prague.tv/en/s72/Directory/c210-Sports-Recreation/n4646-The-Annual-Polar-Bear-Swim

THE CZECH GUIDE TO A LUCKY 2016

Czechs have many fun superstitions that can be observed around holiday season. Many come from the times when everyone had farms and lived in a village, but that doesn’t mean that they no longer apply. According to Czech ‘old wives’ tales’, the following customs may bring you good luck, bad luck, predict marriage or death…

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CZECH STAR WARS UNIVERSE

With the new Star Wars movie coming out, everyone is talking about the popular movie series. But the more hard-core fans haven’t stopped talking about it since March 10th 1997. That was the day that Aleš Ptáček founded the Czech Star Wars Universe, and together with his friends and fans they built a platform for everything…

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Don’t Be Fooled By The Media

With the rising popularity of social media, people get more and more news via Facebook, Twitter, and other online sources. According to a study by The Intelligence Group on the media consumption of Millennials, 60% of young people consider social media an important source of news and current affairs. 90% get their news from Facebook…

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FREE SPORTS WEEK PRAGUE 2015 “TÝDEN SPORTU ZDARMA”

For the 8th year in a row Prague is hosting a ‘free sports week’ from December 25th until December 31st. The purpose of this event is to offer everyone a chance to try out a new sport or explore new sports venues. It is a great opportunity for to find a new challenge or hobby…

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PETS IN PRAGUE

Prague is a very dog-friendly city and every newcomer notices how well behaved Czech dogs are. Many expats bring their dogs or other pets with them when they move to Prague, or decide to get a pet once they get settled down. Here are some useful tips for pet care. Read the full article on…

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WHERE TO FIND YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC IN PRAGUE

Prague may not be the ‘city that never sleeps’ but it is definitely a city that likes to dance all night. From the Balkan Bashavel summer madness to Electro Swing Nights at La Loca, Prague’s music scene has something to offer for everyone. Keep in mind that many of the venues on this list have overlapping genres. Read the…

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HOT CZECH WINTER ALCOHOL

Winter in Prague is always a magical time because of the markets, Christmas lights and of course, the wide selection of hot alcoholic beverages. Whether you need help warming up while wandering the city or watching TV at home under a pile of blankets; you can’t go wrong with these cheek-reddening cocktails. Read the full…

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SKIING IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

Czechs love winter sports and the country side offers a lot of great mountains for skiing. There are countless of ski resorts that attract skiers from the all over the Czech Republic and beyond. While it is impossible to say which the best ski resorts are, here is a list of seven places, each offering…

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8 PLACES TO WATCH LIVE SPORTS IN PRAGUE

Watching sports is always better with an energetic crowd and a large screen. There are eight (and sure some more…) great places in Prague that play live sports from countries near and far. Whether it’s rugby, snooker or football that float your boat, you will find the sport you love and so much more at… Premier League, German Bundesliga, NHL, NFL…

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