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.
When Prague feels too loud, this lesser-known spa town deserves a closer look
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Pack your swimsuit, hiking boots and workcation gear. This Czech spa escape is hiding in plain sight near the Polish border.
Where to go out in Prague: 11 bars, clubs, and late-night experiences
From tarot-themed cocktails to a five-floor dance club next to Charles Bridge, save these nightlife spots for drinks, live music, and group nights out.
Czech village builds 100-ton sand dune to save a vanishing plant
A new artificial dune near Nymburk recreates a disappearing Czech habitat and offers a refuge for critically endangered grass.
This modern village near Prague comes with a natural swimming pool
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With only a few homes left, city-weary families are finding their way to this commuter village less than an hour from Czechia's capital.
Invasive cactus is spreading in Czechia, threatening rare native plants
Frost-resistant prickly pear cacti have been found in two protected areas in South Moravia, where conservationists warn they can crowd out rare species.
Czech summer camps see fewest children in a decade as parents favor day trips
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Fewer Czech children are spending nights away at summer camp, as parents increasingly choose day camps that let them return home each evening.
Cold snap to bring first real taste of autumn to Czechia next week
Temperatures will tumble to around 15 degrees Celsius early next week as much colder air sweeps into Czechia from the north.
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Want to help clean up Prague? Here's how to join a volunteer event this weekend
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Dozens of volunteer cleanups are taking place across Prague this weekend. Here's how to find one near you and what to expect when you arrive.
10 dreamy stays for your next holiday break in Czechia
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This autumn, the country's public holidays offer the perfect excuse for a family-friendly vacation or a few nights somewhere special in Prague and beyond.
Trivial pursuits build valuable community at Prague's quiz nights
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Trivia nights are more popular than ever in Prague, and the main prize may be new friendships.
Where to find after-school and weekend activities for kids and families in Prague
Kids in Czechia's capital have access to lots of creative, active and surprisingly adventurous options to keep them occupied after the school day ends.
Czech Army deploys chemical specialists to contaminated Šumava site
Twenty soldiers and specialized equipment have been deployed to survey a contaminated site in Šumava as police investigate possible environmental crimes.
Oktoberfest in Prague 2026: 8 beer festivals to raise a glass this autumn
From Bavarian beer and bratwurst to Czech microbreweries and 240 craft brews, Prague's autumn beer festival season runs through October.
VISUALIZED: Czechia's real 'free' harvest just got a price tag – and it's massive
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Mushroom season is booming in Czechia, fueling a largely unregulated, multibillion-crown shadow economy.
11 Czech wineries, vinotékas and tasting trips every vino lover should know
Save this roundup and start exploring castle cellars, riverside vineyards and local wine spots across Czechia, one sip at a time.
Prague opens a 40-meter hillside slide adults can ride too
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Prague’s new 40-meter slide opens in Dejvice on Sept. 1. Adults can ride too, making it a fun stop on a day trip to nearby Baba and its famous views.
