July 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Two public holidays, new laws for motorists, enhanced social reforms for families, changes to work visas, and more key events this month.
Holiday leave in Czechia: How many days off and when can I take them?
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From how much time you're legally allowed off work to whether your employer can stop you taking leave, we break down vacation time in the country.
A cooler commute: More trams in Prague will get air conditioning
At the moment, just 16 percent of all trams in the capital have operational air conditioning: this is about to change.
Freedom and income, delivered: What it’s really like to work as a Wolt courier in Prague
A speedy and simple sign-up process, no barriers to entry, total autonomy, and work perks are some of the many benefits of working with the delivery giant.
Job hunting after 50 in Czechia? Why employers want you now
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Gen-X may feel stuck professionally but here's how to leverage current demand for an older workforce.
Czech news in brief for June 30: Monday's top headlines
Czechia faces tropical heat through Thursday, ANO leads, Together gains after scandal dip, and firms say losing Ukrainians would hurt deeply.
Metro Index 2025: Prague metro stations ranked by apartment prices
Property prices around the capital are spiraling—so much so that fewer people are able to get a mortgage in 2025.
Czech news in brief for June 29: Sunday's top headlines
Czech nighttime temperatures remain over 20 degrees Celsius, Czech budget deficit expected to rise in 2026, and more weekend headlines.
How to find a great dentist in Prague (and what to expect)
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From routine cleanings to emergency care, these English-friendly clinics and services make navigating dental visits in Prague a lot less stressful.
Czech economy booms: Fastest GDP growth in three years recorded
Czech GDP rose 2.4 percent year over year in Q1 2025, driven by household and government spending, marking the fastest growth since mid-2022.
Build it like it’s 1389: Free game lets you recreate Prague from the ground up
Do you know Prague well enough to build it from scratch? Test your urban planning skills with a newly released digital puzzle game—Kafka cameo included.
AI to ID produce in Czechia: Are faster grocery checkouts ahead?
Albert will employ smart technology that instantly recognizes certain products to help save customers time in the checkout line.
Where to get your summer cocktail fix in Prague – according to a local expert
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From moody speakeasies to open-air courtyards and live music, there’s a place for every kind of summer drinker.
Dresden in under an hour: What Prague’s new high-speed rail line means for travelers
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The new connection will also add a transport hub in Prague, reshaping the way people commute in and around the capital city.
Pavel dines with Trump: The photo that captured Czechia's NATO moment
Trump's meeting with other high-level European politicians was called 'chummier' than past summits.
Luxury living near Prague: Modřany development offers boutique hotel-style living
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Equipped with high-end amenities such as a 24/7 concierge service, car lift, gym and sauna, rooftop terraces, and more, Vanguard’s apartments cater to all.
Six restaurants, one Brutalist icon: Legendary Prague hotel reborn as culinary destination
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The Fairmont Golden Prague is set to reshape the local dining scene with its collection of select restaurants and bars all under one roof.
