A South African couple relocated to rural Bohemia. 24 years later, this Czech village is where home is
From working as a radiographer in South Africa to teaching English in Czechia, Pearl Harris has sunk her roots deep in the South Bohemian countryside.
15 courses and classes in Prague to learn new skills and meet people
Beyond the 9-5, try swing dancing, smoke ribs, or make your first film. Whether online or in-person, these local opportunities can help enhance your life.
Prague parade puts deaf culture and sign language center stage
ZnakoFest brought performances in Czech Sign Language to Prague landmarks while calling for greater patience, access and understanding.
Czech cities could require taxi drivers to pass language tests under new bill
Municipalities could require taxi drivers to demonstrate Czech or local-area knowledge under legislation approved by the lower house.
Czech municipal elections 2026: Who can vote and how ballots work
Czech and eligible EU citizens will choose their local representatives in October. Here’s how to register, vote and complete the ballot.
How to survive Czech public transport: Words and phrases to know
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Learn the essential Czech words and phrases you’ll see and hear while traveling by tram, bus, metro or train.
Expats welcome: Prague 3 launches English edition of district newsletter
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Prague 3 has launched a complete English edition of its municipal newsletter in a four-month pilot aimed at the district's growing international community.
Why Czech is so hard: The language challenges foreigners struggle with most
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The famous Czech “ř” gets all the attention, but language experts say cases, changing word endings, and verb aspect are the real hurdles for many learners.
The art of making Czechs like you: An etiquette masterclass for expats
We asked etiquette experts how to avoid common mistakes when interacting with Czechs – and make a better impression.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
This week’s calendar runs from Aug. 10 to 16, with tips for Prague's biggest circus festival, a Ukrainian cultural festival, and much more.
VIDEO: A Czech carmaker wants Brits to stop saying its name wrong
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Škoda teaches Brits how to pronounce its name, but Czechs say it's still not quite right.
Learn Czech in Prague: September courses for expats at Charles University
Start speaking Czech with help from a variety of on-site and remote courses, with flexible schedules ranging from six weeks to two semesters.
From A2 to B1: Everything you need to know about Czech language tests
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Czech language exams are a major hurdle many. Here’s what the A2 and B1 tests involve, who needs them, and who is exempt.
Expat Insider 2026: Czechia ranks high for quality of life, low for belonging
Expat Insider 2026 ranks Czechia highly for quality of life, but lower for settling in as language and social connections remain challenges.
Do you need to speak Czech to live in Czechia? Increasingly the answer is yes
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English can take you far in Czechia. But for many expats Czech becomes essential for independence, family, work and a deeper connection to the country.
From Czechia and Nepal to Los Angeles: She learned to carry her homes with her
Sangita Shresthova is raising a Czech-speaking son between cultures. Her new book explores belonging across languages, generations, and borders.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
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This week’s calendar runs from July 20-26, with tips for outdoor picnics and grill meetups, open-air concerts, a summer horror movie festival, and more.
