Czech Republic

Country facts

Food and drink

Eat Vepřo Knedlo Zelo (pork served with dumplings and sour cabbage); Svičkova (vegetable sauce usually served with smoked meat and dumplings); Gulaš (meat stew prepared with paprika), Řizky (schnitzels); Bramborak (Potato pancakes, can be served both as a main or side dish).
Drink Budvar (the original version of Budweiser). Czech beer is considered one of the world’s finest. Drink Slivovice (crystal clear plum brandy), Becherovka (herbal liquor), Fernet (herbal bitters), Kofola (strong liquorice flavoured cola).

Accommodation

Hotels are easy to find in any city or town. Pensions can be either smaller hotels or family run private guesthouses. Check out: www.czecot.com/en/
Local Hostel Association: www.czechhostels.com
Ubytovnas are the perfect alternative to hostels; they model the same system and there are also many student dormitories that offer cheap beds out of the school season. Check the local tourist offices.
Camping: www.camp.cz – free camping is forbidden but often practiced.

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