Vidic15
Aug 9, 12, 10:50 am
Thought I'd do one...first time doing it so be kind guys.
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Flights
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Airline: British Airways
Route: London (Heathrow) to Prague.
Aircraft: Airbus A321/A319
Class: Euro Traveller (Economy), Seats 8A and 6F (return leg).
Flight time: About Two Hours.
Seat width and pitch: 31-34.0"
Comfort: Standard leather seat, with non folding armest. A coat holder is present for those in economy.
Luggage: 23kg checked luggage and carry on.
Service: Checked in on line at BA.com efficently. If you don't have checked luggage you can simply head through security for your flight. Otherwise a bag drop is available. Used the BA mobile boarding pass in both directions available for Iphone and Android phones.
Food and beverages: Sandwich served in both directions, although a weird choice for an evening return flight. Drinks from the bar are free of charge.
Flight frequency: BA flies five times daily between London Heathrow and Prague
Cost: £115.00 including taxes.
Accommodation
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Opted for a hostel for my short four day stay, choosing Arpacay Hostel on Nerudova St in Mala Strana Prague.
The Hostel was fairly new - with the rooms, all appearing fresh, along with the bedding, and other interiors of the property.
I was located on the very top room, which if you had a lot of baggage may present an issue as the hostel as no lift. The room itself was a split level - with about 7 beds on one level, and a loft with three beds up the top, with both the bottom room affording great views of the city, and with my loft room looking up to Prague Castle.
Location: About 200 metres from Prague Castle - but not ideal for someone who might find walking up a hill painful. The location itself though was ideal though, being close to the Castle, about 5 minutes walk to Charles Bridge, and about 10-15 minutes walk from Old Town Square.
Service:
Some of the hostel staff were somewhat aloof at the best of times, and rather unhelpful with certain basic things such as things to do, how to get around. Wifi is free in the lobby, along with three desktop computers.
There is a comfy lounge area with a good size TV, and breakfast is available for 75 Czech Crowns. There is a kitchen as well, although you can only use this after 12pm.
Cleanliness: The hostel was cleaned daily, and all rooms, and elsewhere were well looked after.
Cost: About £50 for three nights in a multi share dormitory.
http://www.arpacayhostel.com
Getting there and away:
The most inexpensive way is to take the Airport Bus (119) to Dejvická, then change for the metro, and get off at Malostranska, before either walking to the hostel (10-15 minutes) uphill, or take the tram to Malastrana Namesti and a shorter walk looms.
I booked a transfer through Prague Transfers UK for about £9.00 each way - in both directions I had my own driver, and they took me directly too and from the hostel.
They also offer a free walking tour if you book a transfer with them as well. You have the option to pre pay online or pay the driver upon pickup.
www.prague-airport-transfers.co.uk/…
Drinking and Dining: Prague is ideal for cheap lagers - whether it be Staropramen, Pilsner Urquell and more, but it is definitely worthwhile looking for some of the Micro Breweries the city has to offer.
You will find some scattered around the city, and also around the Castle area. Beer price can range for a .3l or .5l, but don't ever pay more than 50 crowns.
Quite often the beer is cheaper than water or soft drink.
Dining can be a tad hit and miss in Prague. Avoid eating in some of the heavily populated Tourist areas such as the Charles Bridge, or the Old Town Square.
Food shares more than a passing resemblance to some German staples, with Pork and Chicken a big favourite in Czech cooking. Definitely try the Goulash, and potato pancakes are well worth it, either with a main meal or a side dish.
One place I was very impressed with, not only for its views was called Host located around the Castle Vicinity.
http://www.hostrestaurant.cz/ (Czech only).
A two course meal, with two beers came in at good price of £13.00. including a small tip.
Anyway...just a quick insight..so hope some of you may find this a tad useful. If you have questions let me know ;)
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Flights
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Airline: British Airways
Route: London (Heathrow) to Prague.
Aircraft: Airbus A321/A319
Class: Euro Traveller (Economy), Seats 8A and 6F (return leg).
Flight time: About Two Hours.
Seat width and pitch: 31-34.0"
Comfort: Standard leather seat, with non folding armest. A coat holder is present for those in economy.
Luggage: 23kg checked luggage and carry on.
Service: Checked in on line at BA.com efficently. If you don't have checked luggage you can simply head through security for your flight. Otherwise a bag drop is available. Used the BA mobile boarding pass in both directions available for Iphone and Android phones.
Food and beverages: Sandwich served in both directions, although a weird choice for an evening return flight. Drinks from the bar are free of charge.
Flight frequency: BA flies five times daily between London Heathrow and Prague
Cost: £115.00 including taxes.
Accommodation
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/430249_10151129042190590_1891552256_n.jpg
Opted for a hostel for my short four day stay, choosing Arpacay Hostel on Nerudova St in Mala Strana Prague.
The Hostel was fairly new - with the rooms, all appearing fresh, along with the bedding, and other interiors of the property.
I was located on the very top room, which if you had a lot of baggage may present an issue as the hostel as no lift. The room itself was a split level - with about 7 beds on one level, and a loft with three beds up the top, with both the bottom room affording great views of the city, and with my loft room looking up to Prague Castle.
Location: About 200 metres from Prague Castle - but not ideal for someone who might find walking up a hill painful. The location itself though was ideal though, being close to the Castle, about 5 minutes walk to Charles Bridge, and about 10-15 minutes walk from Old Town Square.
Service:
Some of the hostel staff were somewhat aloof at the best of times, and rather unhelpful with certain basic things such as things to do, how to get around. Wifi is free in the lobby, along with three desktop computers.
There is a comfy lounge area with a good size TV, and breakfast is available for 75 Czech Crowns. There is a kitchen as well, although you can only use this after 12pm.
Cleanliness: The hostel was cleaned daily, and all rooms, and elsewhere were well looked after.
Cost: About £50 for three nights in a multi share dormitory.
http://www.arpacayhostel.com
Getting there and away:
The most inexpensive way is to take the Airport Bus (119) to Dejvická, then change for the metro, and get off at Malostranska, before either walking to the hostel (10-15 minutes) uphill, or take the tram to Malastrana Namesti and a shorter walk looms.
I booked a transfer through Prague Transfers UK for about £9.00 each way - in both directions I had my own driver, and they took me directly too and from the hostel.
They also offer a free walking tour if you book a transfer with them as well. You have the option to pre pay online or pay the driver upon pickup.
www.prague-airport-transfers.co.uk/…
Drinking and Dining: Prague is ideal for cheap lagers - whether it be Staropramen, Pilsner Urquell and more, but it is definitely worthwhile looking for some of the Micro Breweries the city has to offer.
You will find some scattered around the city, and also around the Castle area. Beer price can range for a .3l or .5l, but don't ever pay more than 50 crowns.
Quite often the beer is cheaper than water or soft drink.
Dining can be a tad hit and miss in Prague. Avoid eating in some of the heavily populated Tourist areas such as the Charles Bridge, or the Old Town Square.
Food shares more than a passing resemblance to some German staples, with Pork and Chicken a big favourite in Czech cooking. Definitely try the Goulash, and potato pancakes are well worth it, either with a main meal or a side dish.
One place I was very impressed with, not only for its views was called Host located around the Castle Vicinity.
http://www.hostrestaurant.cz/ (Czech only).
A two course meal, with two beers came in at good price of £13.00. including a small tip.
Anyway...just a quick insight..so hope some of you may find this a tad useful. If you have questions let me know ;)