British toy retailer Hamleys has quietly exited the Czech market
Failing to reach a license agreement with the London-based brand, Prague's former Hamleys stores have been rebranded as The Playground.
Depeche Mode fans to take over Prague's Charles Bridge next month
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A two-day Weekender event will celebrate Depeche Mode's concerts in Prague on Feb. 22 and 24, with fans staging a photo shoot on Charles Bridge.
Prague's Aromi named among world's top 50 Italian restaurants
Aromi in Prague 2 came in at number 25 on the 2024 50 Top Italy list, an initiative that ranks the best Italian restaurants outside of Italy.
'Czech' trdelníks strike a deal on Shark Tank, franchise across the states
Crispý Cones, based on ice cream-filled trdelníks sampled by the owner in the Czech Republic, have now hit the states after appearing on Shark Tank.
Prague's Holešovice Market to host Ukrainian-Czech Christmas market
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On Sunday, December 17, a special Ukrainian-Czech Christmas market will offer handmade decorations, ceramics, and other unique Christmas gifts.
Brno named European Capital of Christmas 2024
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The Czech city has been recognized as a "creative Christmas jewel" by the jury of the European Capital of Christmas competition.
Prague offers free admission to attractions in lieu of New Year's Day fireworks
The Czech capital won't be hosting an official New Year's fireworks show once again this year, but a number of attractions will open for a symbolic fee.
Prague opens new train station at Rajská zahrada with fast city-center access
As of today, trains are running from the newly-opened station at Prague's Rajská zahrada, which provides faster access into the city center than the metro.
Missing kangaroo returns to Czech zoo after a year on the run
Dobby the kangaroo, suspected to have been stolen from Skalka Family Park Ostrava last year, has made a miraculous pre-Christmas return.
Venezuelan Christmas market brings South American cheer to Prague
For the fifth year in a row, the Czech capital's Venezuelan market will fill Prague with Caribbean and South American flavors next weekend.
Thousands watch snowy re-creation of Napoleonic battle outside Brno
Despite the heavy snow, the annual re-creation of the 1805 Battle of Austerlitz (Slavkov) took place yesterday in Brno to much fanfare.
Top-rated Czech pizzeria Da Pietro debuts inaugural Prague branch
Pizzeria Da Pietro, which has long enjoyed rave reviews from Plzeň, now has a branch in Prague's Vinohrady neighborhood.
Christmas trams return to the streets of Prague with city center parade
A Christmas tram parade will take place through the center of Prague today, with decorated vehicles riding across the city throughout the season.
American burger chain Five Guys to open in Prague next year
The fast food franchise will debut its first restaurant in the Czech Republic in the renovated Máj department store, planned to reopen in mid-2024.
Prague unveils innovative new LED advertising system in metro tunnels
Prague metro passengers can now see images and messages between Dejvická and Bořislavka on Line A thanks to a series of state-of-the-art LED panels.
Prague inaugurates new tram line near airport with ceremonial rides
Four new tram stops closer to Prague airport will be opened to the public next week, with free rides on a variety of vehicles on Sunday, Oct. 22.
Crystal Valley: Vibrant new hiking trail celebrates Czech glassmaking
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A two-kilometer trail featuring works by Czech glassmakers was unveiled in Brniště to kick off this year's Crystal Valley Weekend.
