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kreez

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Visit Prague
« on: April 28, 2011, 08:33:02 pm »
Hello mga sis! I tried to look if there is similar topic but wala akong makita.

We'll be going to Prague in June.  I would appreciate tips from those who've been there.  Restaurants, must see places, and any other tidbits that you would like to share.  Thanks!  :D

lavieenrose

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #1 on: May 17, 2011, 01:15:47 am »
If I remember correctly, the main sights are close to each other :) If you don't plan on entering a lot of museums, you can cover a lot of ground in a day or two. You can take trams, buses, or the metro.

It's been three years since I've been there and I still remember a lot of things, even the Czech names! Some other stuff in bullets--

- I find the Green Line metro stations (I'm assuming it's the most 'touristy' line) fascinating
- The Czechs have the highest per capita beer consumption in the world :) Try pub hopping if you are into that sort of thing. The draft beer (e.g. Pilsner Urquell) is really good and the country is known for their good beers
- Restaurants within the vicinity of Staromestske Namesti (Old Town Square) are touristy / expensive. Learned that the hard way
- If you're Catholic, do visit the church of Sto. Nino de Praga / Prazske Jesulatko. I believe it's popular among Filipinos as a pilgrimage site
- Good day trips from Prague: Cesky Krumlov and Kutna Hora. How long will you be here for? If you have a lot of time you can visit Vienna or Budapest, equally beautiful cities in their own right
- Good souvenirs: matryoshka (Russian nesting dolls), Bohemia Crystals
- Some "essentials": Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, Petrin Hill / Tower, Staromestske Namesti (Main Square), Charles Bridge, Tyn Church, Vrtbovska Zahrada (Vrtba Gardens), Lennon Wall, Jewish Cemetery, Orloj (Astronomical Clock), Tancici Dum (Dancing Building), Wenceslas Square (a lot of nice shops)
- Currency is Cesky korunas (Kc)

mama squeak!

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #2 on: May 17, 2011, 08:30:11 pm »
And they say that Prague has retained it's old European charms that's why a lot of Hollywood movies are shot here. Not to mention it is still cheap compared to her neighbors on the west.

We're saving Prague and Budapest for another trip. Dito pa lang marami ka ng maiikot. I hope we get to visit while it's still relatively cheap for tourists.

 :)

mavhy

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #3 on: May 27, 2011, 08:51:49 am »
BF just got back from their Eurotrip and he said he enjoyed Prague the most (even compared to Paris) :). I hope we could go back when the budget allows us :).

pmartini

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #4 on: June 07, 2011, 05:18:29 am »
^Bohemia or Prague is definitely one of the most romantic cities in EU. even nicer compared to Paris.
Main stops would be the Astronomical clock, Petrin Hill, Jewish quarters, and Charles Bridge..romatic bridge everrrr.
Breakfast stops Bohemia Bagels...
dinner and lunch  > U Holanu... i forgot the street name. A must try Svickova ... it's like puto with beef and creamy sauce.. it's so goooood!
and pork Knee.. the food there cost only like 6-8 euros only and they're huge servings..=) enjoy your trip!

kreez

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #5 on: June 08, 2011, 04:06:37 pm »
Just got back from our Prague trip... thanks for all your feedback!

It was a great trip.... Prague is soooo beautiful! Charles Bridge is amazing, the astronomical clock was really beautiful, my favorite was the St Vitus Cathedral, really awe inspiring.  Food is much cheaper than here in Western Europe and it feels like a very safe city to travel.  Public transport is very organized and easy to use.  My feet are still aching from walking too much but it was all worth it.  Prague is now one of my most favorite cities. 

Oh, I almost forgot, we also went to the zoo (its one of the top10 zoos in the world) and it was also a really nice place to go (specially for the little one)

Too bad we didn't get to try much local food.... we'll be back for sure! 

chicgurl

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #6 on: June 08, 2011, 08:28:24 pm »
this will be my next stop! hahaha weee

pmartini

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2011, 11:08:27 am »
^ I went to the zoo din Sis Kreez, i liked it a lot. went there with hubby and end even enjoyed the cable ride, saves us from walkind.. and saw my first ever Polar bear=)

barefoot_taka

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #8 on: June 29, 2011, 01:14:26 pm »
sana more tips and posts! this is in my bucket list! gandang ganda ako sa prague!

madamegrès

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #9 on: June 30, 2011, 01:54:32 pm »
Will keep all these in mind. Hope next year my budget will allow me to visit Prague. Thanks!

Crissy

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #10 on: November 22, 2011, 10:45:08 pm »
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Just got back from our Prague trip... thanks for all your feedback!

It was a great trip.... Prague is soooo beautiful! Charles Bridge is amazing, the astronomical clock was really beautiful, my favorite was the St Vitus Cathedral, really awe inspiring.  Food is much cheaper than here in Western Europe and it feels like a very safe city to travel.  Public transport is very organized and easy to use.  My feet are still aching from walking too much but it was all worth it.  Prague is now one of my most favorite cities. 

Oh, I almost forgot, we also went to the zoo (its one of the top10 zoos in the world) and it was also a really nice place to go (specially for the little one)

Too bad we didn't get to try much local food.... we'll be back for sure! 

I'll try my luck if someone can reply on my post...... Sis Kreez, How did you go around Prague, kumuha ba kayo nang tour? Where did you stay? Hindi ba mahirap mag communicate with the people there, considering they are not an english speaking country?... Like sa mga sis natin here, I want to visit prague and I'm starting to plan my IT for next year, ;D

mama squeak!

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #11 on: November 23, 2011, 07:28:17 am »
^sis, two of my colleagues are in Prague right now. The place is really beautiful! Saw their pictures posted on their FB pages. DIY lang sila. They took the train from Frankfurt. Magpapa-kwento ako sa kanila once they come back in Manila.

If you have the chance to visit Prague, go for it!   :)

lavieenrose

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #12 on: November 23, 2011, 07:29:07 pm »
^^Prague is relatively small and it's easy to get around- most of the popular areas are even walkable. (Mala Strana, Staromestske, Jewish district, Castle district) Taking the metro and the trams are relatively easy. A lot of people know english, especially the younger ones. After the iron curtain went down (1989), Russian was not mandatory anymore, and english became a part of the curriculum. :) hope that helps

Crissy

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #13 on: November 23, 2011, 10:21:09 pm »
 SIs Mama Squeak & lavieenrose, angels ko talaga kayo!  :-* Kayo rin sumagot sa questions ko sa kabilang thread and as usual your infos are very helpful.

mama squeak, promise ha, share mo experience of your colleagues, tips and suggestions where to stay there.  Thanks again. ;D
« Last Edit: November 23, 2011, 10:24:54 pm by Crissy »

cind3r3lla

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #14 on: March 25, 2012, 02:53:44 am »
is it safe to travel here alone?

thanks!

marienmarien

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #15 on: March 25, 2012, 08:26:40 am »
Do you have any idea if meron direct flight going to prague?

mama squeak!

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #16 on: March 25, 2012, 09:03:39 am »
^coming from where?

vane..

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #17 on: March 25, 2012, 08:42:10 pm »
marienmarien- i travelled alone and i just got back. minsan lakasan lang ng loob :) i was very lucky to have very kind strangers help me along the way. hehe

Prague is so beautiful. There is that magical feeling I cant quit explain. I swear, my heart stopped a quarter of a second the time I set foot in the old town square. Not to mention cheap pa. maliit lang ang Prague and they have a very efficient transportation system. Once you had mastered the tram and train station, ok na ok na. (though i preferred the tram, and i only took the train when i went to the airport).

marienmarien

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #18 on: March 26, 2012, 10:35:12 pm »
Manila to Prague. How much will be the airfare?

mama squeak!

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Re: Visit Prague
« Reply #19 on: March 27, 2012, 08:33:12 am »
^No direct flights from MNL. You will have to transit from one of the major cities in Western Europe or the Middle East. You can check with KLM, CX, SQ and the Middle East carriers for their flight offerings. Fares will depend on the season or dates of travel.


 

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