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 […]
Brno faces jaundice disease
Virus from abroad is expanded by drug addicts and homeless, which causes Brno-ers jaundice disease recently.
Summer Bucket List
Time flies, in just a few days we’ll welcome August, officially the last summer month. I’m sure I won’t be only speaking for myself, when I say that every summer we have millions of plans which hardly ever are brought to life. Having in mind you’ve got only 1 month left, here is a list […]
What are Escape Rooms?
Have you heard about escape rooms or escape games? No? Or just roughly guessing what it is all about? Check out how “Big Bang” gang crushed an escape room in record time: „Ugh, zombies! I’m out.“ You don´t need to worry about zombies jumping out of the cupboard and harassing you in every game. Escape […]
10 Types of Expat
Which type of expat are you?
Foreigners.cz – Your Reliable Relocation Partner
Successful international companies nowadays tend to move their operational headquarters and customer support centers into the heart of Europe. Many – for example, DHL, Exxon Mobil, Honeywell, HP – have already found their new base in the Czech Republic, a country with favourable tax rates and low cost yet highly qualified labour. In most cases, when […]
Opencard –> Lítačka
A week ago my Google calendar reminder went off: your opencard expires in August! So the normal procedure would be to go back to the office, where I got my Opencard about 4 years ago and exchange it for a new valid one. However, a couple of months ago Prague city council announced the end […]
Cross Cultural Negotiation
The fact is that you are a negotiator. Like it or not, negotiation is a part of your life and everyone negotiates something every day. However, negotiation is different in different cultures. So what could be the differences? And what could be the common misunderstanding in every cross cultural negotiation?