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He was a tram conductor in Calcutta of the 1940s. He’d completed his studies but couldn’t wait for a ‘respectable’ job. And so, every day he approached passengers and asked, “Ticket?” She was a girl in her teens. Her parents had succumbed to......

7 towns travelers should visit in America’s most German state

Jenna Hidinger // Shutterstock German Americans make up one of the nation’s largest ancestry groups, with nearly 45 million people claiming German roots. But if you want to see where that heritage runs deepest, the latest Census data points to one...

The Nutcracker’s holiday magic begins national tour in Decatur

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Before the lights go up and the curtain rises, there’s a quiet kind of magic happening behind the scenes at Millikin University. Inside the Kirkland Fine Arts Center, the cast and crew of "The Nutcracker: A Magical Christmas...

Prague’s tourism game wins top international award

The digital game Playing Prague, part of the city’s tourism campaign, has won the 2025 Central & Eastern European Game Award (CEEGA) for Best Mobile Game. It was created by Charles Games, a studio linked to Charles University, for Prague City...

Czech Embassy in Georgia marks national day with organ concert

The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Georgia celebrated Czech National Day with a festive organ concert titled “Organ Fascination”, held on October 28 at the Grand Hall of the Tbilisi State Conservatoire. The evening featured an exceptional...

Prague expects visitor boost from new Dan Brown novel

The city of Prague is inextricably linked to Franz Kafka, one of the best-known German-language authors in the world. Born in the Czech capital in 1883, Kafka attracts many visitors to Prague even 100 years after his death. Kafka was part of the...

Air 001 Expands Into Czech Market with Seaside Charter Routes

A new airline brand, Air 001, is preparing to enter the Czech market with charter flights to popular seaside destinations. The carrier was established this year by Polish travel agency Itaka in partnership with Bulgarian airline Electra Airways,...

5 Idyllic Christmas Slow Travel Destinations

The Christmas season is a prime opportunity for slow travel to enjoy local culture to the fullest and escape the hustle and bustle. These international destinations offer memorable experiences to close out 2025 and ring in the new year. 1. Quebec...

Thirteen charged over smuggling migrants from Southeast Asia through Czechia

Czech police have charged 13 people with smuggling migrants from Southeast Asia through Czechia to Germany. The international group, which included Czech nationals, organized the illegal crossing of at least 63 people via Romania and Hungary,...

Orbán to create a Ukraine-skeptic bloc with Slovakia and Czech Republic

Stay updated on the latest news from Hungary by signing up for the free InsightHungary newsletter. Hungarian government rejects claims that Orbán criticised Trump over new Russia sanctions Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will travel to the...

These Are The Top 4 European Destinations For Christmas Markets According To Experts

The great thing about adulting is you can be a little naughty and celebrate Christmas on your own terms. What better way to do just that than to venture off to Europe? Renowned for vibrant Christmas markets taking over timeless plazas with holiday...

'Overlooked' European city is perfect for a winter holiday - and flights from East Midlands Airport start from £21

A city nestled in one of Europe's most stunning countries remains vastly underrated and could serve as the ideal winter getaway destination. Wroclaw isn't quite as renowned as Warsaw or Kraków, and sits tucked away in Poland's southwest, near the...

My fascinating tour of Prague… in the footsteps of Dan Brown

“I can see you,” an ominous voice says on the line. I’ve just answered a call in Prague’s Old Town Square, where tourists crane their phones at the astronomical clock as it strikes ten. But not all eyes are on the apostle figurines as they shuffle...

The pretty city that's the most underrated in Europe - perfect winter holiday

A city in one of Europe’s most picturesque countries is hugely underrated and could be the perfect winter holiday destination. Wroclaw isn't quite as famous as Warsaw or Kraków, and is tucked away in Poland's southwest, close to the border with...

Cork Airport surprises one lucky traveller for milestone with a ‘one-in-three million moment’

That’s almost equivalent to the population of Buenos Aires, all having passed through Ireland’s second-largest airport. Cork Airport recently announced new winter routes to Prague and Geneva and is currently undergoing substantial renovations. It...

The 8 Best Airbnbs in Prague Put You Right in the Old Town

Rooms: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms Amenities: Bathtub, washer/dryer, elevator Courtesy of AirbnbIt’s one of the more modern stays on our list, but a quick step outside this two-bedroom loft provides all the Gothic charm you need. Inside, a bright...

Czech this out

Previous Next Published: Wed 29 Oct 2025, 10:05 AM “They say that Irish and Czechs share a similar sense of humour. This new direct flight allows us to be again a bit closer to each other. Let’s write our new stories.” Those were the words of...

Tenth Edition of Moving Body Festival Brings Together Artists from Czechia, Italy and Bulgaria

The tenth edition of the Moving Body festival opened in Varna with the Czech performance Treatment of remembering by the collective POCKetART. "In times of global conflict, social collapse, and climate crises, we believe culture is not only an...

How Europeans Travel and What They Splurge On

Recent Eurostat data reveal striking contrasts in how Europeans travel—from where they go to how much they spend and what they indulge in along the way. A strong preference for domestic trips dominates: 71% of Europeans’ journeys take place within...

Czech Republic Needs Additional Hep A Vaccines

(Vax-Before-Travel News)The Czech Republic (Czechia) is currently experiencing what may be the largest hepatitis A epidemic in the last 46 years, as reported by Ivana Lesková from MF DNES. Since the arrival of the virus from Slovakia in April...