May 15, 2012 -On May 19 and 20, make sure to check out the beautiful Kinský Gardens in Prague's Smichov district, which will be hosting a Czech folk festival.… more
May 15, 2012 -The Czech Republic is known for its beers, so what better place to get some beer in your veins that at the 2012 Prague Beer Fest?… more
May 7, 2012 -As Metallica takes to the stage tonight to launch their European Black Album Tour (an homage to their 1991 album), we are reminded that the summer concert season is upon us. Without further ado, here are some tips for upcoming music concerts, running the full gamut of styles and genres.… more
May 7, 2012 -The famous Prague Spring International Music Festival returns for its 67th installment - From May 12 to June 3, Prague will host some an exciting program of classical music.… more
April 30, 2012 -Starting May 10, visitors will be able to see one of the greatest masterworks of modern Czech art - Alfons Mucha's The Slav Epic… more
April 24, 2010 -The National Gallery presents an exhibition by one of Prague's leading painters from the close of the 19th century, Jakub Schikaneder. A member of the "National Theatre Generation", his socially charged works depict the life of regular people, and do not shy away from themes such as loneliness, hardship, even death.… more
April 24, 2012 -With the spring weather, it is Castle season again in the Czech Republic. Now is the time to discover the country's rich and exciting history. In a country where almost every village has some kind of chateau, and where you'll find castles at nearly every turn, there are innumerable destinations to choose from.… more
April 16, 2012 -On April 18, Prague's underground metro stations will come alive with the sound of music. More than a dozen bands from a variety of genres will be performing all day at the city's underground stations.… more
April 16, 2012 -The 19th annual Days of European Film festival concludes this week in Prague before moving on to Brno. Check out the best of recent European cinema at the Světozor and Lucerna Cinemas until April 19.… more
April 2, 2010 -This weekend, the Prague - a popular destination among Czechs and tourists alike - opens its new seasonwith a newly designed logo and plenty of events and entertainment. … more
April 2, 2012 -Enjoy the flavors of spring with Alakarte's spring restaurant festival!… more
April 4, 2011 -The AghaRTA Jazz Festival is celebrating 20 years. The festival program features excellent performers from around the world.… more
March 27, 2012 -With the return of spring weather, Prague's farmers markets are back in business, and offer special Easter-themed products. And of course, the city's traditional Easter markets are back as well. … more
March 26, 2012 -The South Bohemian town of Český Krumlov has received The Golden Apple, a prestigious award which is the tourism equivalent of the film industry Oscars. The UNESCO-listed town has joined the highly-regarded list of the most significant tourism destinations in the world. The Golden Apple has been awarded annually for more than 40 years by the World Federation of Travel Journalists & Writers (FIJET). The only other Czech city that has achieved the accolade is Brno which received the award in 2004.… more
March 19, 2012 -Come to Prague to enjoy some of its exquisite gastronomy. The most recent edition of the Michelin Main Cities Guide has awarded two restaurants in the Czech capital a Michelin star each. This is the first time ever that Czech chefs have secured this prestigious award. Prague has also increased the number of BiB Gourmand restaurants, a label signifying good quality food for reasonable prices.… more
March 19, 2012 -Has your holiday in Prague been truly unforgettable? Do you think Prague would deserve the title of the best destination in Europe? If so then vote for the city in the European Best Destination 2012 Competition, where the winners are decided solely by travellers.… more
March 13, 2012 -Saint Patrick may be an Irish saint, but like Halloween and Valentine's Day, it is as an American holiday that St. Patrick's Day (read: beer, beer, beer) has come to the Czech Republic. If that's your game, we'll let you know where to play it.… more
March 6, 2012 -The world-renowned Japanese percussion ensemble comes to Prague.… more
March 5, 2012 -This month, fans of good films will be in seventh heaven. Not one, but two film festivals are coming to town. Whether it's cutting-edge documentaries or excellent movies from the around the world, Prague is the place to be.… more
February 28, 2012 -The Alakarte.cz online restaurant reservation website has come up with a unique way of commemorating the Lent: Vegetfest, a celebration of vegetarian food.… more
