Oh Boy, was it a hassle getting into Prague. We had to slowly wind our way through the suburbs. The roads were unfriendly as were the drivers. Flustered and fatigued, we got to the old city and grabbed a room with a view of the Czech Republic National Museum. (Photo 1)
Prague is another city that makes the top ten most beautiful cities in the world list. It is stunning but it is also a tourist trap - big league. Prague begs the question: Do you want old world charm with a Disneyland experience or can you settle for Disneyland's fantasy version of the old world?
Call us country mice but we'll go with the beauty and charm of the countryside and villages away from the mob scene in Prague.
It has been a nice change of pace to get a good hotel and take the better part of a day off.Read more
Kim SchwabAsk the inn keeper when the crowds leave. Sept. or October?
TravelerI asked and was told that the slow months are January and February but not to come then. There is a Reuters article today about tourist hotspots that are victims of their succes.
Czech RepublicSt. Wenceslas statue50°4’48” N 14°25’49” E
Czech RepublicSt. Wenceslas statue50°4’48” N 14°25’49” E
Kim SchwabAsk the inn keeper when the crowds leave. Sept. or October?
TravelerI asked and was told that the slow months are January and February but not to come then. There is a Reuters article today about tourist hotspots that are victims of their succes.
Linda BeirneWow! All the people reminded me of Venice. It's amazing what a difference 30 or 40 years make. Safe travels 🙏