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Prague: ARTĚL Style

Expert recommendations and insider tips for first-time visitors and locals alike from ARTĚL’s founder, Karen Feldman, who has lived in Prague since 1994. Click on the links below for detailed reviews – from Feldman’s own unique perspective – of all the best that Prague has to offer...

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Great Czech Beauty Buys

Published on May 16th, 2013 in Shopping

Prague is awash in boutiques selling sophisticated fragrances and cosmetics. (See our recent post on one of them, Ingredients). However, if you’re looking for an affordable, unusual souvenir from your Prague trip—and just happen to be a beauty products addict like me...

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Prague’s Best Picnic Spots

Published on May 09th, 2013 in Entertainment

With its multitude of lush parks and shady spots—many of which afford sweeping vistas of the Czech capital and ample opportunity for people watching—Prague is picnic paradise. This list of my own favorite places to unpack a basket is followed by suggestions for what to put in it...

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A Few Tips for Visiting Prague Castle

Published on May 02nd, 2013 in Sights

My favorite way to visit the castle is by starting at the top – taking the #22 tram to the Pohořelec stop – and dropping by the often-overlooked Strahov Monastary Library, which dates back to the 12th century, to view the incredible frescoed ceilings.

From there, it’s just a short downhill stroll to the main castle entrance...

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Monarchy at the National Museum

Published on April 18th, 2013 in Sights

The main branch of the National Museum, a Wenceslas Square landmark, will be closed for renovation until 2015. Luckily, the museum has taken up residence in the building next door, formerly the offices of Radio Free Europe. I highly recommend the current exhibit...

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