Czech news for Feb. 23: Big screens to display inauguration, Czech inflation among highest in EU
Top headlines in brief for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2023.
Motorbikes and e-scooters to be allowed in Prague's bus lanes
The new ruling, estimated to come into force in spring 2023, is designed to reduce traffic queues and increase safety.
Christmas carols to ring out through Prague's metro
This Tuesday, Dec. 13, Christmas carols will fill the entrances of Prague's Muzeum and Náměstí Republiky metro stations.
Crackdown alert: Czech transport companies to target fare dodgers in November
In a bid to increase revenue, public transport companies across Czechia ramp up ticket checks in November to stop "black passengers."
Prague Castle's Deer Moat is opening to the public for two weekends this autumn
A last-minute weekend outing idea: The wooded area beneath Prague Castle beckons with autumn splendor and history this weekend and one weekend in November.
Prague taxi driver charges over CZK 7,000 for a 5-km ride
Passengers shelled out an astronomical fare for a ride from Old Town to Holešovice last Sunday.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
News, tips, and Expats.cz top stories for Prague and the Czech Republic on Oct. 4, 2022.
How to get a driver's license in the Czech Republic in 2022
Here's all you need to know about exchanging your license for a Czech one as well as getting an international driving permit.
Brno finally gets a 'metro' with opening of country's longest tram tunnel
After three years, a new line with a 602-meter long tram tunnel in the center of Brno that can save passengers up to fifteen minutes is in trial operation.
Prague 5 has city's smelliest public transport passengers, says new survey
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Only about half of Prague's public transport passengers shower daily, according to a new Ipsos survey about the Czech capital's cleaning habits.
A Czech taxi company is promising a safer ride to the airport
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Prague’s family-friendly taxi service not only shuttles kids to school but gets families to or from the airport with minimal fuss.
Czech Republic sees rise in number of accidents involving e-scooters
Accidents involving e-scooters in Czech cities have seen an increase this year, according to local emergency room physicians.
From mountains to national parks: Czechs share their favorite summer destinations
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Twenty plus tips for where to camp out, hang out, and chill out from Czechs who love to travel.
Summer on wheels: How to rent a motorhome in Czechia
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In order to make your first camping holiday a summer breeze, we spoke to the experts at Campiri on how to get started.
Who qualifies and when to expect payment? More details on Czechia's inflation subsidy
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Families of children under 18 should be eligible for a one-off benefit of CZK 5,000 to help cope with higher costs of living.
How Czech road safety is set to improve in 2022
The Czech Republic has long had higher than average mortality rates in the EU. One company hopes to see that change.
A Czech 'Airbnb' for caravans cruises onto the holiday scene
More and more Czechs are opting out of air travel and embracing the open road. The founders of the Campiri platform explain why.
