How much do the Czechs earn? Let’s take a look at Czech wallets and purses. The official average salary for Czechs is about 27’000 CZK per month (around 1000€). That might give you an idea of how low-cost Czech Republic is compared to e.g. Germany, our closest neighbour, with the average salary about 3’500€. How […]
Author: Annie Fed
Checklist for Foreign Students
In September and early October many foreign students arrive to the Czech Republic to start their first year at a Czech university. As universities in the Czech Republic offer such a variety of study programmes in English, there is no surprise hundreds of lucky students pass the entrance exams with a prospect of studying in […]
Free Events in October
1.10. MINT Weekend Market Every Saturday till 17.12. hall number 13 at Pražská tržnice (Prague 7) will change into a modern market space selling clothing, design items, snacks and tasty treats, coffee, books or bio cosmetics. Link to event 4.10. Autumn Opening at National gallery Opening of the autumn exhibition season in the Trade Fair Palace! Three […]
Guide to Picking Best Location to Live in Prague
If you plan to move to Prague soon for work or studies you might have already done your research and found out Prague is divided into districts, every one of which has been designated a number. In brief, Prague 1 and 2 are the most central ones, while Prague 12 and 15 are quite remote. […]
English-Speaking Doctors in Prague
Comprehensive health insurance by Slavia & Foreigners.cz guarantees access to complete medical care in the Czech Republic. Below find a list of contracted English-speaking doctors and medical facilities working with Slavia insurance. – Hospital Na františku Na Františku 847/8, 110 00 Praha 1. Tel: 222 801 111 – MedicalHelp Česká republika s.r.o. Malá Štěpánská 546/10, 12000 Praha […]
How to Adapt in a New Country
September is the month of the new arrivals. International students and young professionals arrive to the Czech Republic eager to find their new home in the middle of Europe. According to the statistics, most of them will stay for at least 1 year, although, some may move to CZ permanently. Let’s speak more about what […]
What If I can’t Find an Apartment?
In September demand for long-term accommodation increases exponentially, just like demand for red roses and heart-shaped chocolates before Valentine’s day. Why so? To start with, the 1st of September is the beginning of a school and university year. As Czech Republic is a popular destination for foreign students’ education, hundreds of students arrive to CZ […]
Free Internet Connection around Europe
UPC internet provider is introducing Wi-Free: wireless network, which UPC customers can use for free even outside of their homes. The wi-free network is created by wi-fi modems of existing UPC customers. Every modem becomes a wi-fi hotspot, allowing to use its second bandwidth, this way the internet speed for the initial customer is not […]
Prague’s Tram Network Will Undergo a Change
Residents of Prague should prepare for a significant change in the tram network. From the 28th of August 9 established tram routes in Prague will undergo a change, also 3 new tram routes will be launched. Project of tram network improvement, proposed by Prague transportation company Ropid, had been previously approved by city authorities. The […]
Superguide: No-nonsense Prague Guide
Created by locals, Prague Superguide (UPDATE, September 1: the website is no longer available) is an essense of common knowledge about the Czech capital city and its gems. Main idea of Superguide is to make tourists feel like locals. Which is why 140-page pocket-size book contains information on gyms and parks, as well as restaurants […]