Preferably NOT in Prague.
Thanks for effort.
2006-06-23 23:35:50 · 7 answers · asked by histone2005 3 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
Ok, aside from Prague:
Karlovy Vary: It's a great little spa village northwest of Prague. Nice place to relax and enjoy the....well...spas. There are tons of Russians that vacation there and not as many Czech people as you might think. So if you're in the mood for some Russian culture, "czech" it out. Hehe, ok....but seriously.
Czesky Krumlov: about 2 (I think?) hours south of Prague. GREAT little village to visit in the warmer months. They've got horseback riding, rafting, skydiving, tons of stuff to do, plus a beautiful castly in the middle. The place looks like something out of a movie, seriously. Be sure to eat at the castle restaurant, they've also got a cool wax museum.....oh and if you see a crazy old guy with a beard, as him for directions. He'll take his shirt off and show you a map of the city tattooed on his back, then proceed to tell you where you are, etc... It's a great place to visit.
Plzen: Ahhh, home of the mighty Pilsner Urquell beer. For me, this is reason enough to see Plzen....but it has a great square and smaller-big city vibe to it, if that makes sense. Be sure to tour the brewery while you're there...and they've got some great restaurants as well.
You may also want to "czech out" (lol, really sorry) the eastern side of the Czech Republic, they have lots of cool caverns to go exploring in, if you're into that kind of thing. And remember, Eurorail doesn't include the Czech Republic....but they DO have sufficient bus and train transportation throughout the country, and for considerably cheap prices.
But hey, what's wrong with Prague by the way? Prague is the greatest! Ah well, have fun over there...and remember to say:
"Dobry den" [doe-bree den] (hello)
"Dekuji" [day-koo-yee] (thank you) and
"Na Shledanou" [Nah sklah-dah-no] (goodbye)
The Czechs are very polite and will say this often.
2006-06-24 17:29:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Karlovy Vary is a beautiful spa town west of Prague. There are large spa hotels and many shops along the narrow river that runs thru town.
Cheb, even further west and closer to the German border, features the Dragon Market, an Asian flea market that seems very out of place.
The Czech train system is good and can take you all over the country. The mountains in the north of Czech, along the German border, are great for hiking and other outdoor activities.
2006-06-23 23:45:46 · answer #2 · answered by Steve A 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since I've been there 5 days and felt in love with the country here a some tips.
About Prague first : don't miss the castle, the old town, the pubs, the small and stoney streets. Walk on all of them. You will not be lost but you will just love it. Here are some info http://www.travelmanual.info/visit-prague.php
Karlovy Vary is very nice resort where you could take a look at many things. Old houses and more. Again .. walk.
2006-06-25 05:26:34 · answer #3 · answered by AlexIon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have heard that you now have to show proof of travel insurance to enter Czech Republic.
2006-06-24 00:28:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on the time of year, it can get awfully cold there
check the lonley planet website they should have lots of information
2006-06-24 00:10:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bring LOTS of cash. We'll be waiting for you.
2006-06-23 23:47:59 · answer #6 · answered by John T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Moravia!!
2006-06-23 23:44:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋