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The Czech Tourist Authority: Template for European Outreach

Phil Butler

In news from the Czech Republic, Tourist Authority Director Radka Neumannova is one Eastern European bureaucrat who knows how to engage and inform potential industry and tourists. Like many countries in the region, the Czech Republic is largely thought of as a travel destination for one city only. But there is a lot more to this vibrant destination than Prague.

15 years ago

Prague Quadrennial: A Celebration of the Arts

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Prague Quadrennial (June 16-26, 2011) is a celebration of the arts that will feature everything from interactive exhibitions, to theater, music, lighting, sound, and fashion design.

15 years ago

Carpathian Nations Agree Sustainable Tourism Deal

Aleksandr Shatskih

The seven Eastern European countries that share the Carpathian Mountains have made an important deal to jointly manage the development of sustainable tourism in the region, it has been announced. Sustainable tourism is of course, fundamentally important to the region, hence the countries willingness to adopt the UN Environment Program and UNWTO-drafted Protocol on Sustainable […]

15 years ago

Ghosts and Fairy Tales Come to Plzeň

Aleksandr Shatskih

Magic and mysticism will hover over Plzeň from 10 by 12 – June 2011, when the center of Plzeň will host another of its favorite Historical weekends.

15 years ago

Prague Food Festival Opens Tomorrow at the Prague Castle

Aleksandr Shatskih

Three-day gourmet festivities will be kicking off in the gardens of Prague Castle tomorrow, lasting till May 29, 2011.

15 years ago

Valentine’s Day Romance: A Day in the Spas of Františkovy Lázně

Mihaela Lica Butler

Františkovy Lázně, a favorite of Johann Wolfgang Goethe and the smallest spa of the West Bohemian spa triangle, could be the ideal retreat this Valentine’s.

15 years ago

A Walk Through Prague’s Old Town Square

Aleksandr Shatskih

Old Town Square, or Staromestske, dates back 600 or 700 years, originating in the late 12th century when locals used the area as the central marketplace of the city. Since then, the market has grown into a bustling commerce center filled with nearby restaurants, shops, cafés, churches, and other stops.

15 years ago

Treat Yourself to Prague’s Bohemian Carnival

Phil Butler

Visitors to Prague next month will be treated to a special treat. Europe’s most beautiful city puts on its mask and relives the customs of medieval times during the Bohemian Carnival. Experience the pageantry and excitement of taking part in one of Europe’s oldest festivals.

15 years ago

Bohemian City Tour Shows Off Three Cities

Phil Butler

An upcoming tour offering may present those in search of Bohemian Europe a rare opportunity. Departing Vienna, Insight Vacations offer a 9 day excursion through Prague and Budapest after a two day stay in Austria. These luxury tours of 2011 are surprisingly affordable without cutting corners. This may be the perfect way to be introduced to Eastern Europe’s charms.

15 years ago

Falconry, a Living Human Heritage Still Preserved in the Czech Republic

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Czech Republic joins the United Arab Emirates, Belgium, France, Republic of Korea, Mongolia, Morocco, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Spain and the Syrian Arab Republic in this year’s proposed nomination for falconry on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.

15 years ago

Prague Hotel Takes Hospitality To Next Level

Phil Butler

A new type of hotel is emerging. Accomodations where renewable energy and cutting edge techology afford not only value for the guest, but people in general. Impact-Corti Company’s new Mosaic House in Prague is an example of taking Eco-friendly hospitality to the next level.

15 years ago

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