NYU Prague Student Blog
Emily Tsao: Amsterdam, the Netherlands & Berlin, Germany For Spring Break, I decided to take a solo trip to Amsterdam and Berlin! My favorite thing in Amsterdam was the Rijksmuseum because of the Vermeer exhibit. I was able to snag a ticket about a month prior to my trip, and it really made the journey … Continue reading Spring Break 2023: Student Spotlights
Despite the hassle of securing a visa, and fear of missing out on the New York experience, studying away in Prague was the best decision I made. ~ Located in the heart of Old Town, NYU Prague looks and feels as though it is straight out of a postcard — literally. With its two main … Continue reading Guest Essay: Your Sign to Study Away at NYU Prague
Chimney cakes. Trdelník. You know the one, the tube of sugar-covered dough everyone seems to be walking across the Charles Bridge with. There’s a store for them on every corner, or almost — there are more than 15 within the 1 km radius of Old Town Square. You’ve probably seen a Czech pigeon enjoying one. … Continue reading Debunking the “Old Czech Tradition” of Chimney Cakes
Tip # 907 : General Tram Manners When studying abroad in Prague, you may notice the lack of hustle and bustle usually associated with NYC public transportation — especially on trams. For example, it is generally quiet on public transportation in Prague, and this seems to stem from a general rule of quiet in public … Continue reading DECLASSIFIED GUIDE #10: PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Sofiia Shkarpita, 17, wrote “Siren” for NYU Prague’s Production and Publication: Travel Writing course, reflecting upon her experiences as a Ukrainian student in Prague. Her piece was later published in the Czech magazine, Reflex. A siren that goes off every first Wednesday of the month at 12 pm. A simple, already unnoticeable thing for … Continue reading Guest Essay: “Siren”
Tip # 713 : Bageterie Boulevard First and foremost, we would not be doing the NYU Prague experience justice if we didn’t discuss Bageterie Boulevard. Their concept is simple: It’s a Czech fast food chain that serves freshly made baguettes as well as other affordable items, like fries, soups, salads, and coffee. The service is … Continue reading DECLASSIFIED GUIDE # 9: FOOD NEAR CAMPUS