Category: Czech Republic

World’s second ugliest building turned into luxury hotel

World’s second ugliest building turned into luxury hotel

By on May 13, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Videos   - Read 3016 times

An old communist TV tower in Prague – the Zizkov TV tower – which was voted the world’s second ugliest building, has been transformed into a (self-proclaimed) six star one-room hotel with dramatic views. At 216 metres tall, Tower Park Praha already housed a restaurant and observation deck. This latest addition of a one-bedroom hotel [...]

5 of the strangest tourist attractions in the world

5 of the strangest tourist attractions in the world

By on Jan 31, 2013 in Asia, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, India, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 8339 times

If laying on a beach isn’t your thing and you’re not one for adrenaline-filled action but are looking for something a bit more unusual than the museums or standard tourist attractions, then this is for you. Hidden amongst some of the World’s most popular destinations are some of the strangest tourist attractions in the world. [...]

Top 10 places in Europe to take your loved one this Valentine’s

Top 10 places in Europe to take your loved one this Valentine’s

By on Jan 29, 2013 in Accommodation, Croatia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Featured, France, Hotels, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 12144 times

With Valentine’s Day not far away now, how do you plan to celebrate? Whether you’re looking for a romantic retreat among the snowy mountains that surround St. Moritz or a stay in a prime location on St. Mark’s Square in Venice, we think you’ll find something here to whet your appetite… Kempinski Hotel Adriatic, Istria, [...]

The best Christmas markets in Europe

The best Christmas markets in Europe

By on Sep 27, 2012 in Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Events, Hungary, Poland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 7798 times

With the weather getting cooler there seems little to look forward to in the winter months. However, heading to a Christmas market can dilute the frosty chill your mood might have taken and replace it with festive cheer and an exciting experience. Treat yourself to a weekend away in one of these excellent destinations and [...]

Top 5 up and coming destinations

Top 5 up and coming destinations

By on Jan 26, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Asia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Jordan, Lebanon, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vietnam   - Read 1533 times

Croatia We’re seeing a real rise in bookings for Croatia, and this must be due in no small part to the emerging presence of impressive design hotels like the dramatic Monte Mulini in Rovinj and the stunning Hotel Bellevue in Dubrovnik. I visited Pula many years ago when it was part of Yugoslavia, and you [...]

The top 25 luxury hotels in the world

The top 25 luxury hotels in the world

By on Jan 23, 2012 in Accommodation, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Austria, Barbados, California, Caribbean, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Illinois, Indonesia, Japan, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Oman, Regions, Resorts, South America, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 4879 times

Tripadvisor has once again published its Travellers’ Choice awards – this time for 2012.   The top 25 hotels in the worldwide luxury category are as follows: 1. Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo – Chiyoda, Japan 2. Hotel Imperial Vienna – Vienna, Austria 3. Hotel Palacio de la Magdalena – Soto del Barco, Spain 4. La Casa [...]

Do river cruises make the best European tours?

Do river cruises make the best European tours?

By on Sep 16, 2011 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hungary, Leisure Travel, Netherlands, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 669 times

Taking a quality European tour is often only a once-in-a-decade pleasure! World travelers have to ask for time off from work, have a caretaker, water the plants and board the pets, book travel transportation and accommodations, worry about language barriers and money conversions, and determine what sightseeing is worth the tourist’s time and money! Sometimes [...]

The 10 most romantic restaurants in the world

The 10 most romantic restaurants in the world

By on May 17, 2011 in Asia, Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Going Out, Greece, India, Italy, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 8263 times

Looking for somewhere really special to take your partner out for dinner? Tripadvisor have announced their 10 most romantic restaurants and for once there’s a good geographic spread with not one country represented more than once. Here’s the list they came up with, but please tell us your favourites that didn’t make the list but [...]

Which hotels in Europe would make your top 10?

By on Mar 16, 2011 in Accommodation, Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Hungary, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Western Europe   - Read 1050 times

Tripadvisor have contacted me with their list of the top 10 hotels in Europe. And it’s perhaps not the most obvious names that make the list. Here’s their top 10: 1. Golden Well (U Zlate Studne), Prague, Czech Republic 2. Anastasis Apartments, Imerovigli, Greece 3. Al Ponte Antico Hotel, Venice, Italy 4. La Villa Marbella [...]

Top 10 charming European towns and cities

By on Mar 11, 2011 in Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain, Western Europe   - Read 712 times

Looking for somewhere in Europe with distinctive charm?  Then take a look at this recently-published Tripadvisor list of the top 10 charming European towns and cities. Unlike many previous TA lists that we’ve published, this one isn’t overly-dominated by any one country but instead offers a good mix of options. Let us know what you [...]

19 of the world’s sexiest hotels

19 of the world’s sexiest hotels

By on Mar 03, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Belgium, California, Caribbean, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Florida, France, Germany, Hotels, Italy, Jamaica, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Spain, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Wisconsin, Worldwide   - Read 1179 times

Just two weeks after The Luxury Travel Bible issued a press release with its top 10 sexiest hotels in the world for Valentine’s, I’ve been sent an email by Tripadvisor with their own top 10 sexy hotels.  Perhaps not surprisingly, there aren’t many that are common to both lists.   Here are the two lists: [...]

Top 10 trendy European hotels

Top 10 trendy European hotels

By on Feb 01, 2011 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Netherlands, Regions, Spain, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 1115 times

Looking for something a little bit different? Tripadvisor have shortlisted their top 10 trendy European hotels (and there’s a few trendy websites here that you might like to peruse, too!). Would you agree with their list? Is there a hotel that you think deserves to be on the list but isn’t? Please post a comment [...]

Top 10 luxury hotels in the world

Top 10 luxury hotels in the world

By on Jan 20, 2011 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Worldwide   - Read 624 times

It’s that time of year again when Tripadvisor come up with their Travellers Choice Awards based on ratings given by users of their site.  There are all sorts of categories for the awards, whether they be sorted by region, by budget or by something else.  Naturally, I headed straight for the luxury category to locate [...]

Top 15 romantic Valentines hotels

Top 15 romantic Valentines hotels

By on Jan 18, 2011 in Accommodation, Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Greece, Hotels, Ireland, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 854 times

Looking to go somewhere special this Valentines?  Then take a look at this list of the top 15 romantic Valentines hotels, as decreed by Tripadvisor. Bar a token entry for Bodrum in Turkey, they’re all in Europe, which seems a little odd, but perhaps subscribers from other parts of the world, are given a different [...]

New Leading Hotels of the World

New Leading Hotels of the World

By on Dec 12, 2009 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Austria, Books, Brazil, Central America, China, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Italy, Mexico, North America, Panama, Regions, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Spain, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 557 times

The Leading Hotels of the World annual directory for 2010 was released worldwide this week.  There are 13 new Leading Hotels in the handsome hardcover volume which showcases more than 450 members in over 80 countries across the globe.  They are as follows: Royal Spa Kitzbühel, Jochberg, Austria The Augustine, Prague, Czech Republic Kameha Grand [...]

The Augustine Prague opens today

The Augustine Prague opens today

By on May 14, 2009 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants   - Read 183 times

I’ve just received a note from The Rocco Forte Collection informing me that The Augustine Prague opens today.   It can be found in the Malá Strana district of the city close to Prague Castle, the Wallenstein Garden and the famous Charles Bridge. It has 101 rooms including 16 suites, all  offering views over the [...]

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