Power plugs and sockets – not the most adventurous topic to read or think about, but still quite practical. Especially since our phones and other devices need to be charged almost daily. So let’s make it short and clear.
Category: Featured
Adopting a Pet in the Czech Republic
Who hasn’t felt a little bit lonely in the past coronavirus year with little to none social life and outdoor activities kept to a bare minimum? Multiple sources have stated that ever since the global pandemic, the rate of pet adoption has skyrocketed all over the world. How is it with pet adoption in the Czech Republic, the country where almost every second person is a dog owner?
Remote Haven: Work “From Home” from the Magical Island of Madeira
As COVID-19 measures keep tightening in workplaces all around Czechia, most people believe that they have to choose between working at the office under restrictions or working from the isolation of their homes. But did you know there was a third option? An increasing number of young professionals have been temporarily leaving their homes for the island of Madeira to work from the stimulating safety of its digital nomad community. One of the places on Madeira you can choose for your “voluntary exile” is Bogdan Danchuk’s Remote Haven.
Gender Pay Gap in Czechia One of the Highest in EU
Women in the Czech Republic earn on average 18,9 % less than men. Based on this, the Czech Republic belongs to the worst countries in the EU in this matter. The conference Equal Pay Day (EPD), taking place from March 26 to April 1, 2021, is trying to fight this serious issue.
Coronavirus in Czechia: New Restrictions on People’s Movement and Gatherings from January 30
Limited family visits, accommodation facilities available only upon confirmation of business trips or banned markets. Those are just a few of the restrictions The Chamber of Deputies’ agreed on, yesterday, on January 28, at a government meeting. New measurements are in effect from Friday midnight – January 30.
Coronavirus in Czechia: State of Emergency Extended until December 12
The Czech government decided to extend the state of emergency up until December 12. The state of emergency was already extended on October 30 until November 20 to continue reducing the rate at which COVID-19 is spreading. At the same time, the government approved releasing some of the previously introduced restrictions.
Beep & Go: Easy Way of Paying for Public Transport in Brno
Are you going to move to Brno soon? Do you plan to use public transport to get to school or work? If your answer is yes, read on and find out more detailed information. Brno has a new way of buying a ticket for public transport. Just Beep & Go! Contactless ticket purchase — no paper, no registration, no worries!
5 Tips on How to Feel at Home in Your New Apartment
Are you a student moving to the Czech Republic? Do you feel nervous? Or are you ready to experience something new? Moving time can be fun but also demanding at the same time. Your new apartment may feel empty and sad when you first come in. We come up with ideas, what is going to help you to make your new home more “homey”.
Šárka: Breaking Your Leg while Your Arm Is Still in a Cast Is Not a Good Idea!
You have already met a couple of our Relocation Coordinators on our blog, however, today I would like to introduce you to the amazing Office Coordinator at Foreigners Brno – Šárka Macejová. Office paperwork, assigning clients to Relocation Coordinators, taking care of the office equipment, you name it! But who is she outside of work? What are her goals and dreams?
Fragrant Herbs Garden at Domeq Terrace
Urban gardening is a popular trend of growing plants in an urban environment. And Domeq happily adopted it! This progressive accommodation in Brno prides itself not only on modern design but also modern way of thinking – recycling, low energies consumption construction,… and now urban gardening!