Author: Vanessa G.

Vanessa has been living in Prague for the better part of a decade. Always on the lookout for another hike, district, nook, or cranny – she’s made it her mission to explore the hidden corners of the Republic. Among Vanessa’s favorite Bohemian based activities are nature walks, venturing off the beaten path, and writing about it all from one of the city's many thriving Cafés. And the best spot to stop and take it all in? Alf & Bet, a coffee house and bakery, tucked just around the corner from Castle Libeň. You might just see the author there sipping a coffee herself.

Winter in Prague is a special time of the year. Mulled wine, hot grog and lovingly decorated stalls bring the very best of what Czech Republic has to offer to you. The many Christmas Markets in the city of a hundred spires make it hard to choose which one you should visit during your stay. We checked out the cutest and Best Christmas Markets to have a jolly good time at in Prague and beyond. The Best Christmas Markets In Prague Warm lights, hot wine and cute knick knacks to bring home: Christmas Market Season might just be our favorite…

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Prague is one of the most beautiful cities to visit during the Spring blossom and Summer sunshine. But even in Autumn’s glory, the city of a hundred spires takes visitors in its ban with its marvelous architecture and eerily history. When the temperatures drop and the clouds reign over the Golden city, many of us find it hard to visit and breathe in the city as much as they could when the drops wouldn’t fall down to earth. Behold! For we found a bunch of cool and interesting things to do in the city! Things to do in Prague when…

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Autumn embraces the trees of Prague gently with its beauty and transforms them into a stunning melange of red, green and yellow. The city of a hundred spires must be one of the most romantic ones to be in – during autumn even more so. The perfect way to take in the Autumn Foliage – besides hiking in Bohemia – is a pretty Sunday walk together – or in tranquil privateness. We got the best walk in Prague with pretty leaves and even prettier views for you to enjoy Autumn to the fullest. The Best Sunday Walks in Prague What’s…

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If there is a country that could call itself the mecca of castles, it must be the Czech Republic. Over 500 castles, chateaus and ruins all over the country, 20 of them in Prague alone, make a castle lover’s heart beat a tad faster. If you were to think of a Castle in Prague, which one would it be? Most people would answer with – obviously – Prague Castle or Vyšehrad Castle. But there is more fortresses and chateaus to discover in the city of a hundred spires. Where to find them, their stories, what purpose they serve today and…

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The autumn breeze whistles through the narrow alleyways of the city of a hundred spires. September creates a melange of auburn, golden and red leaves, building a little carpet on the streets of Prague. With the cold temperatures ahead, hearty and comforting dishes come in fashion again; a discipline, in which the Czech Republic shines in. The Central European country is masterfully skilled in creating comforting meals for the cold autumn and winter days. Here’s what to not miss out on this autumn in Prague and which dishes aren’t all that traditionally Czech as they seem. Czech Comfort Food to…

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Autumn Season in Prague has started and many Czechs set out for their favourite Fall activity: Mushroom Foraging! Picking nature’s pearls in the forests of Czech Republic is both a hobby and a preparation for the winter months to come. But before you set out unprepared and unknowing, be sure to check out this guide to return successfully from your hunt. The Ultimate Guide to Mushroom Picking in Prague September has reached Prague after a couple of – wet – summer months. All those rained on lake days are now paying off, though: The more rain Czech Republic gets in…

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Every September, when the leaves start to fall and the breeze gets a little colder, a festival reaching beyond the city of a hundred spires begins: Zažít Město Jinak brings the different angles of each city to you. What awaits and how it came to be, we found out for you. Experiencing the City differently – Zažít Město Jinak Why to go: Hundreds of different Activities: Yoga, sack races, art workshops & folklore dances Delicious Street Food: From Las Adelitas to Bad Jeffs Barbeque, lots of culinary experiences await Culture: A wonderful way to experience different neighbourhoods and quarters What’s…

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Summer is slowly drawing to an end. Temperatures fall, the leaves change their colors and life in Prague gets a little slower. If you are wondering how to spend Autumn in true Czech manner or have no idea what there is to do in the city when the leaves start falling, you’ve come to the right place. We found the best activities and places to visit in Autumn. How to Spend Autumn in Prague the Czech Way Pick Mushrooms Hunting down the prettiest and tastiest Mushrooms is a beloved Czech tradition in Autumn. When the clouds steam into the lands…

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What’s better than starting your Saturday sleeping in, waking up and setting out for a good old fashioned brunch? Whether you’re hungover and can’t muster to cook breakfast yourself or just want to enjoy a lazy Saturday: Prague must be one of the most beautiful cities to wake up late and get a hearty, delicious brunch in. Hundreds of restaurants and café cook up delicacies every weekend to pamper you on your day off. But a vast assortment makes choosing the right place harder. We found some of the best places to check out on your next brunch date with…

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Visitors from back home are the best ones – even more so if it’s the parents that honor your new home with a visit. After the excitement, however, follows the shock: Where do I take my parents to? Some of our old men and women are still very good on foot, but walking around all day exploring might get tiring even for the fittest of parents. We’ve found the best places to visit, eat and drink that are easily accessible and include short walking distances for the next visit of your parents in Prague. Having visitors over is always bliss.…

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