Czech Republic Travel
Distinguished by spa towns, pilsner beer, a rich history, and varied geography, the Czech Republic is a vacation destination that can be tailored to any traveler's tastes. In this guide we'll show you sites that will help you get there, teach you about the language and culture, and highlight the country's premier attractions.
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Czech Republic Travel Requirements
Most tourists will find the Czech Republic safe and modern, and the people hospitable. Regardless, there are a variety of considerations, both regulatory and cultural, to bear in mind prior to entering the country.
Dulcinea's Insight
- With such a large number of expatriates living in Prague and around the Czech Republic, it isn't difficult to find other native English speakers or familiar foods; you'll even find English language papers such as the Prague Post and the Prague Monitor.
- In the Czech language, the word for "Czech Republic" is "Ceská Republika" and the word for "Prague" is "Praha."
- In Czech, "ano" is the word for "yes", "ne" is the word for "no." It can be confusing for an English speaker because of the similarity between the word "no" in English and the Czech word for "yes."
- The Czech Republic's currency is the Czech koruna, though it will be switching to the Euro in 2012. Use an online currency converter like the one at OANDA.com for current exchange rates.
- While some sites provide simple Czech phrases for you to learn, most English speakers will find language a difficult one to intuitively understand. It may be easier to brush up on your Czech using some sort of audio aid, so you get pronunciation of all of those Czech characters correct. Some sites listed below provide audio clips of common phrases to help you as you learn.
Dulcinea's Picks
For the history, language, and culture of the Czech Republic ...
Czech.cz
has a great deal of information about the people, the economy, work and study opportunities for foreigners, tourism, and much more. Explore this site to familiarize yourself with local customs and to get a feel for the Czech country and the people living there.
MyCzechRepublic
has a "history of the Czech lands" section taking you from 500 AD, through the Velvet Revolution, up to the present.
The CIA World Factbook
provides an overview of the Czech Republic that includes a map, the country's flag, a detailed profile of the population and political structure, and even recent transnational issues.
Local Lingo
is a Czech site that provides phrases (along with audio pronunciations using Real Player) to help you begin understanding spoken Czech. The site also covers grammar, and has translation and comprehension exercises to help you test your knowledge.
For regulations, health advisories, and entry requirements ...
The U.S. Department of State
's travel portal should be your first stop before traveling abroad. Learn how to obtain a passport and visa, locate a U.S. embassy or consulate, access government travel warnings, get travel safety tips, and access foreign embassies' Web pages. This site is particularly useful for questions about documentation and foreign entry requirements.
The Center for Disease Control
's travel department is a great source for reliable, travel-specific health information. Get info on international health concerns, outbreaks, health warnings, and safety advice.
Embassy World
has a searchable directory with contact information for every diplomatic office in the world, including the American Embassy in Prague.
To help you plan for the currency exchange ...
OANDA.com
, one of the premier providers of foreign currency information on the Web, gives you the conversion rate for the Czech koruna. The site's FXConverter provides up-to-date conversions for all world currencies in an extremely user-friendly format. There is also a "cheat sheet" for travelers that can be printed and put in your wallet.
Getting to the Czech Republic
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Czech Republic Hotels, Hostels, and Campgrounds
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Getting Around in the Czech Republic
Getting into the Czech Republic is the easy part. Once inside the country you'll need a way to get ... read more »
Czech Republic Travel Blogs and Forums
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