A handy map for the travelling vegetarian Vegetarians and vegans know that travelling in Europe can be tricky if you want to eat anything other than salad leaves or plain potatoes. Not every European nation is what you’d call “vegetarian friendly”. So it’s great to see that master map-maker Jakub...

This post was originally published on July 27, 2015 and was updated on November, 2017. Whether you’re visiting and looking to experience something uniquely Amsterdam, or you’re an Amsterdammer who wants to mix up your culinary routine, cooking classes are a fun way to try something new with the help...

‘Tis the season – to eat goose and get presents from an old woman on a broomstick? Depending on where you live, both of those things could be true. Here are some of the craziest and most fun holiday traditions from across Europe. And yes, we’ll admit that Europeans can...

Sirloin beef in cream sauce is considered the queen of Czech sauce-based dishes, the Czech name for which is svíčková (pronounced sveech-covah). For Czech families, this is a classic Sunday family lunch dish, since it is best when the meat is prepared and marinated a day in advance. If you...

This post was originally published on May 25, 2015 and was updated on October 21, 2016. Bad a@#, provocative, amusing, controversial, revolutionary, radical, bold, brash (we could go on, trust us): meet David Černý, the Czech Republic’s most notorious sculptor.  47 years old, jet-black hair, and a mischievous demeanor, David...

With the chill of winter in the air, what better way to see the Czech capital city (and stay warm) than aboard Prague’s iconic red trams? With 322 miles of track and almost 1,000 trams connecting all corners of the city day and night, there’s many an opportunity for a...

This post was originally published on September 9, 2014 and was updated on October 21, 2016. When you visit Prague, or the Czech Republic, two things are musts: you need to eat good food and drink good beer. But (there always is a but…) you need to make sure that...

This post was originally published on April 12, 2016 and was updated on October 20, 2016. People often recognize Prague as a destination for its Gothic architecture and iconic spires. It conjures up images of ancient castles, cobblestone streets, surrealist Kafkaesque mystery… a magical destination that captivates visitors with its charm....