Moving from Cluj-Napoca to Brno felt strangely familiar. Even though the two cities are located in different countries, they share a very similar energy: strong student communities, growing IT industries, vibrant cultural life, and the constant comparison with their capitals.
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Pilsen Is Buzzing: The Ultimate May–June Events Roundup
Pilsen comes alive this May and June with a packed lineup of events. From open-air concerts and cultural festivals to delicious food experiences and thrilling sports, there’s something happening in every corner of the city.
Liberation Festival Pilsen 2026
Pilsen’s Liberation Festival 2026 brings the city to life from May 1–6 with music, history, and parades filling the streets. From military camps to live stages and commemorative events, here’s what you shouldn’t miss.
Czech Republic, The country I never planned to stay in
Moving to a new country is both exciting and scary, a mix of uncertainty that many expats feel before starting a new chapter in their lives.
That’s what I felt when I moved to Brno. I didn’t move to the Czech Republic with a clear plan, but sometimes the most unexpected plans are the ones that get off to the best start.
Cultural Guide to Pilsen in 2026
Plan your 2026 in Pilsen! From festivals and live music to theatre and street performances, discover the city’s can’t-miss cultural highlights.
A Foreigner’s Guide to Christmas and Hanukkah in the Czech Republic
Excited for the holidays but in a new place? There are plenty of ways to make the Czech Republic feel more like home in the holiday season. Here is some information about Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations the Czech way!
Opening of the New Spa Season in the West Bohemia
Celebrate the start of the spa season in the Czech Republic’s most charming spa towns!
Spring brings not only warmer days and blooming nature but also festive traditions in Carlsbad, Františkovy Lázně, Mariánské Lázně, and Konstantinovy Lázně. Each town offers a unique atmosphere, cultural performances, concerts, and time-honoured rituals like the blessing of the springs. Discover where to go, what to see, and how to enjoy this year’s spa openings in style.
Liberty Festival in Pilsen 2025
At the beginning of May, the city of Pilsen will celebrate the 80th anniversary of its liberation and the end of World War II in Europe. The city will host five unforgettable days filled with cultural events, concerts, exhibitions, and living history.
85 Hours in Budapest
We’re continuing with traveling, this time to Budapest! We spent 85 hours there, the longest weekend we’ve spent so far, and we made the most of our time with the various museums and attractions we visited and the amount of Prosecco we drank.
46 Hours in Munich
Most people take a break from playing tourist after travelling a couple weekends straight, but we went to Munich this weekend! We explored (and munched) alot in 46 hours.