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Wizz Air has started a new direct service linking Skopje with Prague, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, after receiving state support.

The airline also reinstated a Skopje‑Cologne connection, departing at 19:25 and running on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska said the new route

The Turkish low‑cost carrier Pegasus announced that it has reached an agreement to purchase the Czech airline Smartwings together with its parent company Czech Airlines. The transaction, valued at €154 million, will be carried out through the investment vehicle Prague City Air.

According to a statement from Pegasus, the ownership change is expected to be completed within the next twelve

The world is full of settlements whose names consist of just one or two letters. While they are rarely major tourist magnets, their brevity often becomes a curiosity for travelers.

Below is a selection of fourteen European locations with exceptionally short names, together with a few highlights for each.

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) and the National Hotel and Guesthouse Association of Maldives (NGHAM) have jointly organised the “I AM Maldives” Roadshow 2025, targeting three emerging European markets – Poland, Romania and the Czech Republic.

The initiative aims to raise the profile of the Maldives in the region, strengthen business links and promote the archipelago as a preferred

When the capital turns into a snowy tableau, Four Seasons Hotel Prague invites guests to celebrate the season from its historic centre, just steps away from Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square Christmas markets and with panoramic views of Prague Castle.

The hotel’s Concierge team designs tailor‑made programmes that showcase authentic Czech winter traditions. Options include private

As late summer and early autumn cast a golden light across the city, Prague reveals its most romantic and refined side. With longer days, and warm breezes flowing through its cobbled streets, it is the perfect time to explore this European gem. Tucked in the centre of the city, nearby Charles Bridge and Old Town Square, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers an idyllic retreat for travellers seeking the

American Airlines has announced plans to launch five new routes to European cities as part of its summer 2026 schedule.

The new routes include a year-round daily service between Miami and Milan, Italy, which is scheduled to begin on 29 March. This will complement American’s new flights from Miami to Rome that launched last month.

The US carrier is also planning four seasonal

As of October, Wizz Air will start new direct flights from Skopje to Stockholm, Sweden; Bari, Italy; Madrid, Spain; Prague, Czech Republic; Cologne, Germany; and Larnaca, Cyprus, CE Report quotes MIA.

The flights are part of the TAV Macedonia's vision and strategy to make Skopje International Airport a regional hub with the support of the government, the airport operator said in a press

 The Czech Comfortjet train will have a dining car and children’s cinema, and there’s plans for a night service, too.

Europe’s long-distance rail network is getting another boost in 2026.

Starting next May, passengers will be able to ride the rail from Prague to Copenhagen via Berlin.

Deutsche Bahn (DB), Danish Railways (DSB) and Czech Railways (ČD) are teaming up

Fairmont Golden Prague has opened in a renovated historic building in the centre of the Czech capital.

The 320-room property in Prague’s Old Town becomes the Accor-owned brand’s first location in the Czech Republic. Fairmont Golden Prague makes its debut following a multi-million euro renovation of a “brutalist” building dating from the mid-1970s.

The hotel’s facilities include

From Palaeontological Treasures to the Most Valuable Goldsmith’s Artefact in Europe

Czech museums house priceless treasures. From the skeleton of a blue whale and the world's oldest prehistoric ceramic figurine to unique technical marvels. Join us on this tour because our selection includes exhibits you will not easily find anywhere else in the world. And why 10+1? Because the last item

Horror maestro Robert Eggers has brought the notorious tale of the ruler of darkness to the big screen, choosing Czech locations and landmarks for their authentic Gothic atmosphere. Film Nosferatu has earned multiple Oscar nominations, including one for Czech set decorator.

Czechia: A Paradise for International Film Crews

The latest adaptation of the classic horror film Nosferatu

The name Giacomo Casanova has become synonymous with philanderers, seducers, and lovers of all pleasures. The renowned Italian adventurer spent the final years of his life at Duchcov Chateau in Czechia. Join us—Duchcov is waiting for you. But why did he spend his last years there?

Giacomo Casanova was born on 2 April 1725 in Venice

Experience the magic of Czechia across all four seasons – from the vibrant blooms of spring to the crisp air of winter. Uncover the country's hidden treasures, from romantic almond orchards in bloom to misty autumn fish harvests, mysterious underground passages, and festive Advent moments with a lamplighter on Prague’s Charles Bridge. Czechia is brimming with one-of-a-kind experiences that are sure

Passages lend cities a unique atmosphere. Not only do they serve as convenient shortcuts, sparing you the trouble of walking around entire blocks, but they also hide true treasures—artistic, architectural, and culinary. So, step right in—these are places you'll appreciate, especially when the weather takes a turn for the worse.

A Labyrinth of Shortcuts: Prague, the Czech Capital of Arcades

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This is the literary event of the year, and fans of thrilling stories have something to look forward to! American author Dan Brown, known for his global bestsellers such as The Da Vinci Code or Angels and Demons, loves history and mysteries. He also has a passion for Prague and Czech culture. The global star has recently announced the release of his new novel The Secret of Secrets, set for September

The sequel to the legendary Czech video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is finally here – and according to early reviews, it’s a smash hit! Fans have been waiting for years, and now they can look forward to an even more refined story, stunning graphics, and a richer game world. This time, the story moves from the Sázava region near Prague to Kutná Hora, one of the most important medieval cities

Alfons Mucha is one of the most famous Art Nouveau artists, whose charisma captivated renowned women and actresses. Thanks in part to Mucha's descendants, the new Mucha Museum will open at Savarin Palace in Prague on February 24, 2025. It is housed in the renovated Baroque Savarin Palace in the very heart of the Czech capital, on Na Příkopě Street. And it’s truly magnificent, just like Mucha’s Art

In a recent update, Prague, the beautiful capital of the Czech Republic in Europe, approved a ban on organized late-night pub crawls in its historic center. The new move will come into effect from November. According to reports, pub crawling is one of the main attractions for tourists in Prague and involves groups moving from bar to bar until late at night. The practice has become a major source

Days of heavy rain have wreaked havoc on travel services in several Central and Eastern European countries, including Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania, Slovakia, Hungary and most recently Italy.

According to FlightAware, at international airports in the region, including Warsaw Chopin Airport in Poland, Vaclav Havel Airport in the Czech Republic, Henri Coanda International