Czech holiday calendar 2026: How many days off will you get next year?
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Find out exactly how many public holidays fall on weekdays next year, and how you can maximize your time off by clever scheduling.
Migration offers a lifeline to Czechia's record-breaking population decline
Every one in 10 people in Czechia is foreign-born, with 1.1 million legally residing foreigners calling the country home at the end of 2024.
Holiday shopping hours in Czechia: What's open and closed in 2025?
Legal rules mean that from Dec. 24–26, New Year’s Eve, and Jan. 1, opening hours and services will be adjusted, so plan ahead before heading out.
Prague's holiday markets come with trigger warnings (how to enjoy them anyway)
This week saw German media warn of Czech holiday hygiene, police issue pick-pocket alerts, and even trigger warnings over the annual carp bloodbath.
Czechia joins Europe's defense pivot proposing 'administrative' conscription
Czechia's chief of staff says he wants to increase the country's crisis-preparedness before it's too late and see how many people can fight for the state.
Czech Railways ticket prices in 2026: What's changing and how can you save?
The state rail carrier's new timetable and ticket prices come into force soon, though consumers have several ways they can take advantage.
The Economist: Czechia rockets to one of world's best economies in 2025
Steady GDP growth, surging stock market share prices, and strong employment figures see the country outperform all its regional neighbors.
Czech Christmas bonuses: Will you get one and what's the payout?
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The size of the company you work for, the industry you're in, and your current pay all determine whether you'll get extra cash this year.
Czechia's new emergency warning system will prepare people for crisis
The alert will inform people of a serious emergency and give advice on what to do and where to go.
From '6-7' to Dua Lipa, here are Czechia's most-searched terms in 2025
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A year of heavy political change, viral trends, new TV shows and a sneaker gaffe shaped how people in Czechia used Google this year.
Czech Ikea prices are falling, but many stores across the border remain cheaper
Despite targeted price reductions nationwide in the last two years, shoppers can often find cheaper deals in Poland or Germany.
Leaving Czechia: Where is Zittau and why are so many people moving there?
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The small town on the Czech-German border offers cheaper housing, cross-border work opportunities, and is Czech-language friendly.
Czech mortgage rates to rise in 2026 – here's what to do now
Experts say that taking action in the coming weeks and months will prevent homeowners and potential buyers from paying more next year.
Double pay or extra days off? Your Czech holiday work rights explained
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With four public holidays coming up in as many weeks, we explain exactly what you're entitled to if you work (or don't) on these days.
December 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
A Christmas climax, last chances to lock-in lower prices and vacation, winter activities and festivities, big public-transport changes, and much more.
How Czechia’s divorce reform will make the process simpler for international couples
A specialist lawyer explains how the changes speed up hearings, unify custody decisions, cut costs, and strengthen parental rights and court enforcement.
Glide through winter: Your complete guide to ice skating in Prague (2025–26)
Live music, warm drinks and food, panoramic city views, new rinks, and free entry await everyone this winter: from first-timers to skating pros.
