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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague September 26th 2023

Well here I am in the airport in Prague waiting for the flight to JFK . It has been a wonderful 3 days here after a quite miserable bus ride from Budapest. It is a 700k journey which should take 6-7 hours that ended up being 11 hours . Traffic , two accidens and construction all slowed us down . I did not envy the bus driver . Needless to say we were miserable when we finally arrived . Fortunatly Vedran , our guide worked extra hard , definately more than required to make our time in Prague informative and enjoyable . We started our first morning with the panoramic bus tour and then stopped at the Castle . Theresa our local guide was excellent . She explained who peoples were , the eas in which ... read more

Europe » Czech Republic » Prague September 9th 2023

We arrived early morning on the 7th, and Elly's friend Zori came to pick us up and take us to our Home Exchange apartment. Our hosts, Franta and Milena, who live above the apartment they offer, were there to meet us and offered us breakfast. After we got settled in and had something to eat, we walked into town. The apartment is in a great location at the top of the hill, just a short distance (maybe a 15 min walk) from the castle. We continued down to cross over Charles Bridge. There was way more congestion with tourists here- maybe because it's smaller than Budapest. Some areas were packed with people, mostly tour groups following around behind a guide. We weaved our way through them and checked out a few other sites, like the Astronomical ... read more
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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague August 4th 2023

Day ten, prague. Up to a very leisurely breakfast on the boat, we had decided to wander to the glow golf to get there as it opened. As we walked towards it there was the loudest alarm type noise for what seemed like days. No one seemed bothered or rushed so we just kept on walking. I still have no idea at all what it was! A bit early we had a drink in a cafe before the wonder that is glow golf. Face paint on (Seth) and spreadsheet at the ready (Ash) we played our hearts out, two of us got holes in one (sorry Ash) and we finished just in time for the massive party of Chinese school kids to pile in! Next up was the hall of illusion. In a shopping centre, it ... read more

Europe » Czech Republic » Prague August 1st 2023

A much calmer start today. Yesterday, the first I knew of Ash being awake downstairs (long story) was him coming up to tell me he had heard strange noises in the night and again in the morning and he was sure he could hear tweeting. When he went back downstairs, almost immediately I got a picture message of a bird in the glass fronted log burner. No idea how it hour in but we definitely needed to get it out. Ash opened the door downstairs then set it free from it's firey confines. Sadly the sparrow didn't want to leave and instead flew upstairs. It chose not to go out of either velux and so as a final last ditch attempt not to have to live with a bird for a night, we opened the full ... read more

Europe » Czech Republic » Prague July 22nd 2023

Dag 7: 20 juli Onze laatste dag aan het Lipnomeer! Jammer van het weer, want het is eigenlijk best koud. We doen de kinderen voor de eerste keer hier dus lange kleren aan. Omdat we beseffen dat het prachtige uitzicht dat we hier hebben, niet aanwezig zal zijn in het Reuzengebergte, besluiten we om nog een dagje hier te genieten. De kinderen houden elkaar wat bezig en we trekken nog leuke foto's van hen samen en apart. Kijk zelf maar! Terwijl ze een middagdutje doen, pak ik al een deel in, want onze tent is een klein stort na deze week. Alle vuile was al samen in een zak en de grote zak al zo goed als mogelijk inpakken. Verder nog wat genieten van een boek en het uitzicht. 's Middags gaan we een pizza en ... read more
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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague June 23rd 2023

Prague. Wow. I love this city. So many impressive things to see, there's a remarkable photo op every time you turn a corner. Czechia (Czech Republic) has all the things I love; excellent beer, beautiful architecture, music and culture, wonderful food ... and they like hockey. What more could I ask for? Ann also joined us here which is awesome ... and she's going to continue traveling with Jacqueline for the next several weeks. My first visit here was nearly 30 years ago back in 1993 only a few months after Czechoslovakia split into 2 separate countries. A lot has changed and a lot has stayed the same (though back then, I could get a full 3 course dinner and a beer for $5 cdn ... at least the beer is still cheap :) ) Some ... read more
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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague February 6th 2023

When my sister Lucy and brother Paul suggested celebrating their milestone anniversaries with their spouses on a Danube river cruise in October 2022, Bill and I were on board! I have a bit of experience as a travel advisor and as a past cruiser on Ama Waterways but this was such an extraordinary experience I wanted to share with others who may be considering a river cruise trip. Top Benefits Taking it Slow. Our experience started in Prague and ended in Budapest. This trip took us through 6 countries (Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary). On a road trip the entire trip from Prague to Budapest would be under 6 hours. We spent 2 nights in Prague and 7 nights on board the gorgeous AmaSonata and got to experience not just the amazing capital cities ... read more
Bill and Mary Exploring Cesky Krumlov
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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague August 29th 2022

MON, 29 AUG 2022 – Day 17: Vienna - Prague - Today we’re off to the Czech Republic! Prague is a beautiful city, boasting elaborate baroque, gothic, art nouveau and cubist architecture, and rewarding those who explore it with quirky bars, cobbled lanes and secluded courtyards. Known for its brilliant beer and abundance of history, any exploration of Prague will be a memorable one. A local guide will take us on a walking tour and introduce us to the must-see sights of the city, before you have a free afternoon to explore more at your own pace. You have the option to experience a traditional Czech folk music and dancing evening including a traditional four-course meal tonight. Overnight – Hotel Amedia Express... read more
On the Way to Prague, Czech Republic
On the Way to Prague, Czech Republic
On the Way to Prague, Czech Republic

Europe » Czech Republic » Prague » Old Town August 24th 2022

Wow! We do I start.... Prague has just been enchanting... such a beautiful place and the most amazing buildings you will see anywhere and such a beautiful feel about the city wherever you walk! Its such a special place because it has remained relatively unscathed from World War II bombings this was because planes didn't have the range and also because bombing targets tended to be in Germany and industrial centres. Our train trip from Budapest to Prague was pretty good, though it did run about an hour late, but the journey of approx 8 hrs was quite nice and then we stopped at a few cities along the way, Vienna, Brno and couple of other small ones and then onto Prague. We have been using Bolt Taxis and they have been great, cheaper than most ... read more
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Europe » Czech Republic » Prague July 23rd 2022

We finally arrived in Prague after 24 hours of traveling. We had a few issues getting here due to lightning in Orlando resulting in a hour and half delay. Also had a hour and half delay in DC due to a bad auxiliary power unit but ended up getting to Prague ontime and with our luggage! Our scheduled 4 hour layovers saved our butts. Was able to use the United Polaris club which was a God send since the food on the plane left a lot to be desired. Stayed at a gorgeous hotel built in 1518 (Alchymist Grand Hotel). Walked up to see the castle complex. Was really impressed by the gothic St Vitus cathedral and the view of the city. The stained glass in St Vitus used very small pieces of glass for a ... read more
Polaris Club Restaurant
Alchymist Grand Hotel
Alchymist Grand Hotel




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