NYU Prague Student Blog
I was pretty anxious before coming to Prague. Was it because I didn’t start packing until the night before? Because I’ve never left the US for more than a week at a time? Because I didn’t know a word of Czech? Probably all three, but nevertheless, I was also excited. For the next three months, … Continue reading A Month in Review: Expectations vs. Reality at NYU Prague
While the Czech Republic may be best known for Bohemian folk and classical music, it also has an incredibly strong jazz presence. Prague is the hub of jazz in the country, hosting the International Jazz Festival and several renowned jazz clubs. Throughout my semester abroad, I’ve made an effort to explore multiple different jazz bars … Continue reading Prague’s Jazz Venues Declassfied!
Italian: Taverna Toscana Can’t get a reservation at Pasta Fresca? Taverna Toscana has got you covered! Taverna Toscana is the oldest Italian restaurant in Prague, and is conveniently located right next to campus! Fittingly, the Tuscan restaurant is built around two Gothic stone halls and has an amazing menu with every pasta option I … Continue reading Declassified: Non-Czech Food in Prague
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
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
Tip # 312: Thrifting If you like thrifting, you have to check out Prague Thrift Store! On Fridays, they have a student discount where you can get 50% off clothing and 30% off all other items. You just have to show your student ID and you can receive the discount. They have everything you need, … Continue reading DECLASSIFIED GUIDE #8: STUDENT DISCOUNTS
After almost four months of living, studying, and exploring in Prague, we’re proud to say that we’ve each learned a lot. We learned how to convert crowns to dollars, how to say a perfect dobry den, and which restaurant makes the best fried cheese in town. Some of us traveled alone for the first time, or went to a techno club, or even got a ticket from the Czech Transport inspectors.
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Tip# 023: First off, know how what to expect as a Czech shopper. There are a couple of things you should know before going grocery shopping in Prague. Most of them, I’ve learned through trial and error. And I’ve had countless awkward grocery store interactions because of this. The first thing to remember: always bring … Continue reading NYU Declassified Guide #6: Shopping — More Complicated than you think!
Traveling is a huge part of the study abroad experience and NYU is here to help with the strain it may have on your wallet. In the first few weeks, they’ll send out a sign up sheet for trips across the Czech Republic. And it’s all free. Dinners, transportation, activities, and lodging are all included. … Continue reading NYU Trips, Declassified!
What is Holešovice? Honestly, it’s a mix. Predominantly taken over by millennials, Holešovice is filled with budding families, newly-working people, and university students. From techno clubs to galleries to gyms to local vendors, Holešovice appeals to all ages.
