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A Walk in Old Prague

A Walk in Old Prague

By on 02/20/2010 in Czech Republic, Europe, Prague

I hear people complain about Prague’s crowds and how they had to leave the city center to see the “real” Prague.  I agree that the city center is packed with tourists, but this area has been the “real Prague” for centuries, and it would be a pity to miss any of its grandeur.  One of [...]

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Old Town Square, Prague

Old Town Square, Prague

By on 02/10/2010 in Czech Republic, Europe, Prague

Any visitor to Prague ends up at least passing through Staroměstské náměstí (Old Town Square).  It’s a piece of piece of Prague that I can’t help but love despite the crowds and overpriced cafes. I know it’s really touristy, but make the effort to spend some real time there (try going early in the morning [...]

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Off the Beaten Track in Prague

Off the Beaten Track in Prague

By on 01/29/2010 in Czech Republic, Europe, Prague

One of my favorite places in the world is Prague.  Just the mention of this grand city’s name makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside and brings back a flood of wonderful memories from the last 14 years.  Memories from the many times I visited Prague, usually with a friend or family member but [...]

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Living Abroad: 5 Things I Learned

By on 01/11/2010 in Czech Republic, Europe, Lessons, Travel Tips and Inspiration

I lived in a small city in the Czech Republic for almost a year and a half right after college.  Here are some, but not all, the things I learned from this life-changing experience.   1.  Everyone can and should do it.  It will make you realize what you don’t like about your native country while simultaneously [...]

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Living Abroad in the Czech Republic

Living Abroad in the Czech Republic

By on 01/11/2010 in Czech Republic, Europe

Where to start?  It’s impossible to summarize such a profound experience. In fact, I’ve never been able to put into words what that time did to me or why I loved it so much. My heart aches when I think about it (maybe I’m just overly nostalgic by nature?). Sometimes I try to tell people, [...]

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