9 perfect Christmas gift ideas for people who love Prague and the Czech Republic

Selecting the perfect Christmas gift may come as a challenge this year, especially when life as we know it is on hold. This gift guide includes tips for everything from experiences to food and games as well things that'll brighten your home for the holidays which is -- let's face it -- where most of us will be spending them!

Perfumed Prague, Prague’s first make-your-own fragrance studio, is a place where you can create a signature scent, using essences straight from the French perfume-making region of Grasse. Custom candles, as well as home fragrances, are a big hit for the holidays and the expat duo behind the business has designed a special Christmas line. You can visit their store to build your own scent or order through their e-shop.

What better gift for the coffee or tea lover in your life than a beautiful Prague mug? This porcelain mug is decorated with minimalist pictograms reminiscent of Prague's architectural landmarks in republican colors. The mug features landmarks like the Dancing House and a Cubist column. It's part of a collection created in collaboration with CZECHDESIGN, a traditional porcelain factory in Dubí, and graphic designer Klára Plicová. Purchase the mug through their e-shop.

Gift vouchers are ideal presents during this period of uncertainty and allow you to give the gift of something to look forward to. Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel located in Prague’s fabled Malá Strana district has a wide variety of vouchers available for high-end holiday giving. Choose from a romantic six-course dinner by the fireplace and one-night stay in their stunning Presidential Suite, vouchers for a future Augustine champagne brunch or dinner in the garden, or treat someone you love to a relaxing spa visit with a massage. Vouchers can be purchased here.

Florists have come out on top of the pandemic economy with many local florists experiencing booming business. One Czech flower subscription service, Novaza, lets you purchase a beautifully designed vase that is continually filled with fresh flowers regularly delivered to your doorstep. Order from their e-shop.

The Czech Deck, created by Alysa Yamada, a Hawaiian expat living in Prague for 7 years, is a designer deck of 54 playing cards, customized entirely for the Czech Republic. Each suit has a purpose: Czech language learning flashcards, day trip ideas, hotspots, and insights on Czech culture and traditions. Purchase your deck here (ships internationally).

These pralines with a royal pedigree are made with a mixture of white and dark chocolate using traditional Czech ingredients like Tuzemák rum, plums, and poppy seeds. The luxurious Charles Balls were created on the occasion of the 700th anniversary of the birth of Charles IV. Purchase them online.

Czech crafted toys are always a big winner. Whether it's a little lunchbox with a whole world inside or a shoebox that hides a secret garage inside, these toys pave the way to a whole new playtime. Pikle also stocks creative gifts like quilting kits for kids and more. You can purchase the gifts through the Pikle e-shop.

Christmas ornaments are a special way to put a personal touch on your Christmas tree - and many families will hand them down through the generations. These handmade ornaments by Mankai Paper are a beautiful addition to your tree. The e-shop also has a variety of pretty stationary items like calendars and envelopes.