From square donuts to matcha: A delicious year of food trends in Czechia
A strong appetite for both indulgence and health-conscious options have brought a wave of new dining experiences to Prague and Czechia.
The rules for returns in Czechia: How to take back unwanted holiday gifts
While you can return goods within a certain time period, there are a few important rules to follow, according to the Czech Trade Inspectorate.
The president's speech: Euro adoption, elections, and grandfatherly wisdom
During his second annual New Year's Day address, Pavel stressed the importance of democracy, and revealed that he had become a grandfather again.
New Year's Eve in Prague: Fireworks rules and extended metro hours
Prague has announced it will ramp up security and safety measures for New Year's Eve and Day. Here's what you need to know to celebrate safely.
Prague ranked one of world's most Instagrammable cities for New Year's Eve
The Czech capital is the third-most visually appealing city in the whole of Europe for the end of the year, according to a social-media based study.
Czech regions prepare for New Year's Eve without fireworks
Many major cities across Czech regions have opted out of fireworks displays this year; if you want to catch pyro shows, smaller towns are the best bet.
Christmas and New Year's 2024: Shop closures and transport changes in Czechia
Be aware of store closures and changes to the capital's public transport schedule between Dec. 24 and New Year's Day: here's everything you need to know.
Are Czechia's holiday markets safe after German attack? Officials reassure public
The incident, in which a driver plowed into a crowd, killing at least two people was condemned by PM Fiala as a "brutal terrorist attack."
Czechia's first ever Lidl outlet: Here's what's coming and when
The popular retailer is also currently running its annual clearance event, where consumers can snap up heavily discounted items today and tomorrow.
Prague cancels New Year’s fireworks—here’s how you can still celebrate
Noise and animal-welfare concerns are behind the ban, but the City of Prague is offering several alternative ways to welcome 2025.
OVERVIEW: Important holiday postal deadlines for Czechia in 2024
With pick-up points shrinking holding times due to record demand, here's how to beat the holiday rush when ordering gifts online.
Pressed for time? Get holiday gifts and seasonal deals in one quick stop
Fashion Arena Prague Outlet’s Pre-Christmas Sale offers something for everyone on your holiday wish list.
Celebrate Christmas in Prague with festive meals, live music, and castle views
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Hotel Augustine offers mouthwatering holiday menus from Christmas dinners to decadent brunches and a lavish New Year's Eve spread with Champagne.
Czechia’s fireworks tradition facing crackdown: New laws could dim New Year's Eve
Illegal fireworks sales have long sparked concern among regulators with inspectors uncovering massive violations.
'Leave the devil outside': Czech parents rethink the scarier side of Mikuláš festivities
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More and more Czech parents are stepping back from the custom of threatening their kids with a visit from the devil on Dec. 5, the eve of St. Nicholas Day.
Another supermarket joins ban on live carp sales in Czechia this Christmas
The large, international chain joins other major retailers in putting responsibility and sustainability above tradition, citing animal-welfare concerns.
Czech retailer Notino set for European expansion with new investment
The Brno-based beauty company has secured a €370 million (about CZK 9 billion) loan to expand its European presence, backed by major local banks.
