Czech Republic: Budget Travel Guide

With its fairytale towns and hilltop castles, an abundance of lush green forests, and the spectacular and high-spirited capital city of Prague, the Czech Republic (aka Czechia) captures all of the beauty, mystique, and fascination of old-style Europe. And did we mention it’s still very affordable? Even with prices rising in recent years, a visit » Read more

Maybe you’ve been to Prague but have you been to Brno? Brno is a city that many travelers don’t know much about beyond seeing it as a name on the map somewhere between Prague and Vienna. But this city, the second biggest in the Czech Republic, has its own unique charms. With a beautiful Gothic » Read more

With its stunning classical architecture, quaint cobblestoned streets, non-stop nightlife, and cheap prices, Prague is often considered the jewel in the crown for budget travelers in Europe. Millions of tourists visit every year to experience the special blend of charm that only Prague can offer. “The Golden City” combines one of the most dramatically beautiful » Read more

Our third stop in our budget-friendly tour of the Czech Republic outside Prague is Ceské Budejovice. Ceské Budejovice German name: Budweis First, let’s get one thing straight: It’d be a sin to confuse Ceské Budejovice’s famous beverage with American Bud “beer.” This city is home to Budweiser Budvar, the globally exported lager. This is the one and only, and » Read more

Our second stop in our budget-friendly tour of the Czech Republic outside Prague is Františkovy Lázne: Františkovy Lázne German Name: Franzensbad Much smaller than Pilsen, but known for its equal charm. Františkovy Lázne has been a wellness holiday destination for centuries. Goethe himself described it as “heaven on earth,” and it was the setting for Milan Kundera’s novel, “The » Read more

Our first stop in our budget-friendly tour of the Czech Republic outside Prague is Pilsen: Pilsen Local name: Plzen “The government that raises the price of beer will fall,” the old Czech saying goes. Named the EU Cultural Capital for 2015, Pilsen is best known for, what else, Pilsener (or “Pilsner”) beer. Back in the 1200’s, » Read more

It was my second visit to this delightful country. I should’ve known better than to ask the waitress if they offered anything to eat that “wasn’t so heavy.” “Everything in Czech Republic is heavy!” came the curt reply. And so I gave in, succumbing to giant portions of crispy roast duck with plump Knedliky dumplings. And afterwards, palacinky — sugary, stuffed » Read more

The prices aren’t what they used to be in Prague, but this city in the Czech Republic still offers a variety of cheapo-friendly activities. Here’s a list of a few of them that are sure to keep you entertained, with a few crowns left over to spare. 1. Prague Zoo – Lions and tigers and » Read more

The Czech Republic is way more than just Prague. Unfortunately, few people venture out into the lovely countryside, spending their holiday just in the city, or perhaps popping out to a nearby castle. To truly experience the country, (or any country) you must leave the “big” city and explore the smaller towns and the countryside. » Read more

Many tourists have a natural herding instinct. (Not you, of course, as you’re surely more discriminating than the average traveler!) However, the overwhelming majority of North Americans visiting the Czech Republic sadly still stay only in Prague. Until this year, Eurail train passes did not even include the Czech Republic—although holders of Eurail passes valid » Read more