Prague at Night- Photo Series
My favourite time of day to explore Prague was late at night. After dark, the crowds of tourists disappear, but the city is still very much alive. Seeing Prague’s important…
Kutna Hora Day Trip- Getting to Know the City of Silver
As much as I adored Prague, I was eager to make a side trip out of the city to explore a bit more of the Czech Republic. We decided to…
A Walk Through Prague: Part Two- Prague’s Lesser Town and Castle Quarter
In Part One of our self-guided walking tour of Prague we explored the Old Town, enjoying the architecture and atmosphere of Old Town Square and the contrasts of the Jewish Quarter….
A Walk Through Prague: Part One- Prague’s Old Town
Arriving in Prague, I was speechless. I almost had to pinch myself to make sure what I was seeing was in fact real, and not a scene torn from the…
Prague’s Astronomical Clock- History, Design and Tips for Visiting
Prague, with all its medieval charm and beauty, is a main attraction in and of itself. The city has so much to offer adoring visitors, but it’s a clock that…
Pleasant Surprises in Prague
I’ve come to accept the fact that I am an emotional traveller. On more than one occasion, I’ve been moved to tears by places I’ve visited. Sometimes it’s because I’m…
Photo of the Week: John Lennon Wall, Prague
In 1980 after the death of John Lennon, an image of the former Beatle member was painted on an ordinary wall in a secluded square, across from the French Embassy…
The Bone Church- Sedlec Ossuary, Kutna Hora
Flipping through a brochure offering excursions from Prague, I came to a listing for the UNESCO Heritage Site, Kutna Hora. “Silver mining town…former Royal Mint…15th century stone fountain…” Sounds alright, but…
Five Weeks in Europe- Our Itinerary’s Hits and Misses
For our honeymoon, Mike and I decided to spend five weeks in Europe. We travelled to six different countries experiencing everything from small lakeside villages in the mountains, to one…
Capture the Colour- Photo Series
Last year, Travel Supermarket launched a photo contest for travel bloggers called Capture the Colour. It was so successful, that this year they are doing it again. I had never…