Month: April 2016

Creating A Startup Across Oceans And Time Differences

Ece Ergüney is the co-founder of two startups together with her business partner, Milan Hnátek. Their inspiring story shows that motivation is all you need to succeed: they drafted a business plan while they lived on opposite sides of the world and took a unique approach to launching two businesses almost simultaneously. Read the full…

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MAY 1ST – THE CZECH VALENTINE’S DAY

„Večerní máj byl lásky čas“ or May twilight the time of love is the motto for May 1st, the day of love. Czechs couples celebrate the day by going out into the nature and kissing under a blooming cherry tree or birch. They also visit the statue of Karel Hynek Mácha who is known as…

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PRAGUE’S BEER GARDENS

It is no mystery that Czech beer is best-served cold and enjoyed outdoors under the sun. Beer can help cool you down on a hot afternoon but it can also warm you up after a chilly late April snowfall. Fortunately, Prague is cluttered with beer gardens big and small. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s…

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ENTOVIEW WITH EDIBLE BUG SHOP

Skye Blackburn is an entomologist and food scientist living in Australia. She is dedicated to educating people about insects and other invertebrates in a way that is fun and interactive. She is also the owner of Edible Bug Shop and a world leader in edible insect farming techniques, developing edible insect products and educating the general public about…

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NUDITY IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

Czechs are considered shy when it comes to talking to strangers, sharing private information and they avoid sitting next to each other as much as possible on public transportation. Despite all of this, Czechs are very open about nudity. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s website. The best place to discover Prague, like a local!…

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RUSSIAN CUISINE IN PRAGUE

Russian borscht is a popular soup served in many Czech Restaurants as part of their daily lunch menu. However it is not the most popular or traditional soup in Russia and may not be prepared correctly. Russian cuisine is full of cold soups, hot soups, meat, fish, vegetables and more. Read the full article on…

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BEER COUNTRY EATS, SLEEPS, BREATHES (AND BATHES) BEER

The construction of the Charles Bridge started in the 14th century under Charles the IV. There are many different rumors about what was used instead of cement – and it wasn’t just eggs. According to one website the secret ingredients that helped hold the bridge together include various organic products such as milk, blood, cottage cheese, wine…

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DO PRACE NA KOLE – BIKE TO WORK COMPETITION

Do Prace Na Kole is a friendly competition that aims to motivate as many people as possible to use a bike as a regular urban means of transportation. For a 6th consecutive year, over 25 cities and towns across the Czech Republic will participate in this month long event. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s website….

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PRAGUE UPGRADES TICKET MACHINES

Residents of the historic city of Prague woke up to a small miracle on April 12th. For the first in history, a ‘contactless payment’ DPP* (Dopravní podnik hlavního města Prahy) ticket was purchased on a touchscreen machine inside a 22 tram. Before you get too excited, there are only two trams in the entire city that…

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A GUIDE TO THE CZECH POSTAL SYSTEM

The Czech Postal system has been undergoing some major changes lately. Starting with the new designs of the paper slips that you find in your mailbox to more post offices accepting credit cards. Also domestically sent packages now come with texts and emails with information about the delivery times plus the possibility of rescheduling and…

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3D PRINTING IN PRAGUE: WHAT, WHERE AND WHY?

Although the first prototype was created in 1996, the concept of 3D printing is still relatively new. Today 3D printing is mainly used to print prosthetic limbs, clothes from unusual materials and scientists are experimenting with the printing living tissue. The potential for three-dimensional printing is huge – but the process is still a mystery…

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10 FREE FUN IN THE SUN ACTIVITIES

It doesn’t matter if you prefer athletics, food, art or culture – this list has something for everyone. Discover the diversity of Prague’s events and try something new. You don’t need to travel to get some sun and the best thing about all these events is that they’re free. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s…

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TATTOOS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

Tattoos have always been a controversial topic; especially at the work place. The Czech Republic is quite lenient in comparison to other countries and tattoos keep growing in popularity. According to TIME, 40% of millennials have at least one tattoo but 70% of them keep it hidden from their boss. The same study shows that 89%…

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ASIANFEST: PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2016 FESTIVAL

AsianFest Prague will take place on April 30th 2016 at Výstavište Holešovice and will feature food from China, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam and Korea. The festival introduces an entirely new concept and will transport visitors into the heart of Asia using traditional decorations and cultural performances. Read the full article on Prague.TV’s website. The best place to…

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