December 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Mikuláš celebrations, Christmas store closures, preparations for 2025 legal changes, and universal phone-charging cables all await in 2024's final month.
Skate into winter: The ultimate guide to ice skating in Prague (2024–25)
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Almost all rinks in the capital will be open until February next year: we show you all rinks on offer and everything to look out for—from music to food.
TELL US: What are your favorite Czech gifts to give?
Share your favorite Czech thing to give and tell us why it’s so special.
Black Friday scams in Czechia: How to spot fake discounts and shop safely
You can save thousands of crowns, but also lose a lot of money, if you're not careful during a time when hundreds of stores tempt consumers with discounts.
Language exclusion hurts: How to join the conversation in the Czech office
While many companies today promote diversity and inclusion, unintentional language exclusion remains common in international offices.
Prague’s top 10 weekend events: Christmas markets, comic art, and Italian film
You’ll be spoiled for choice with gift markets, tree lightings, and geeky gatherings this weekend.
Prague's Old Town Christmas market: What's new and what to expect in 2024
The capital's largest Christmas market opens this weekend; with security concerns surrounding large crowds, there will be no public tree lighting ceremony.
Free, English-friendly help 24/7: Czechia launches domestic violence hotline
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Hotline numbers starting with 116 are reserved for EU-wide services for people in difficult situations; support is immediate and confidential.
Price Czech: How much does a movie cost in Prague—why are you paying more?
With significant jumps in ticket prices and refreshment prices that rival a restaurant meal, a movie night in the Czech capital can be a budgetary stretch.
Prague removes last illegal trdelník stand, ending six-year dispute
The stand had been operating without a valid lease since 2018; a lengthy legal battle allowed it to remain open despite a lack of agreement with the city.
Goodbye 'kolky,' hello cards: Czechia phases out stamps for government fees
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The outdated practice of buying duty stamps to lick and stick on documents is coming to an end. Here's how to pay in 2025 (and exchange old stamps).
Fire at Prague's National Theatre forces evacuation, tram disruption
Prague firefighters have announced a second-degree level of alarm, with the surrounding area cordoned off and multiple tram routes disrupted.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 tips for surviving the week ahead
The week begins with a major tram reroute and bridge reopening, plus more holiday fanfare and a chance to virtually visit Ireland.
Tram service indefinitely suspended on Prague's Libeň Bridge from Nov. 25
Due to safety concerns, buses will indefinitely replace multiple tram lines on Libeň Bridge until repair work on the bridge is completed.
Hiking-core no more: 5 winter fashion tips from Czech style influencers
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Keeping up with trend cycles can be exhausting; but influencers in Prague and the city itself make for great inspiration for your winter wardrobe.
Expat men in Czechia often struggle in silence—why it’s OK not to be OK
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Mental health service Prague Integration held a panel discussion on the struggles foreign men face in Czechia, social stigma and the best ways to get help.
From Mauritius to Mexico: The new places you can travel to from Prague this winter
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Amid an expected rise in travelers this winter, Prague Airport has confirmed many new destinations—we explain which, and also show you how to save money.
