Travel Back to Medieval Times
Every day in some of our destinations can feel like going back in time but these medieval festivals and re-enactments amp up the atmosphere.
Prague
Keep Your Heart Rate Up: Our Favorite Jogging Spots (Part I)
Vacation is no time to let your fitness slip, and what better way to burn calories than by seeing a more local side of your chosen destination?
Haggle Across Central & Eastern Europe
Delve deep into local culture and history, and check out a flea market. From the banks of a canal, to a floating barge to market halls and pedestrian streets, East and Central Europe have endless opportunities for memorable, historic souvenirs, especially if you’re up for a bit of haggling. Here’s … Read More
Spend a Serene Afternoon Picnicking (Part I, Central Europe)
Many of the destinations we offer have parks combining stunning beauty with centuries of history and unique attractions, so take a break and spend a serene afternoon soaking up their beauty. We asked all our local staff across our destinations for their favorite picnic spot, and received a plethora of … Read More
Your Reading List for Prague
Books are both perfect souvenirs and traveling companions because they’re never too big to fit in your suitcase! If your fridge is already covered with magnets and there’s no space for new nicknacks on your shelves, you should consider buying a book or two on your next trip with JayWay … Read More
Spring Festivals in Central and Eastern Europe
Spring is a big deal in Central and Eastern Europe. That’s not only because many of these countries were once pagan, but also because they have to put up with a long, dark winter. So when spring finally comes around, people are ready to celebrate. Most spring festivals in Central … Read More
The Best Places for Photography in Central Europe
Many travelers in Central Europe love taking pictures of all the magnificent architecture. But as anyone who has tried it knows, there’s a big difference between the photographs you see in National Geographic and what you can do by simply pointing, snapping, and hoping for the best. It’s all about the proper … Read More
The Coolest Streets in Central Europe
Visiting a new city can be overwhelming. There’s so much to see and do, sometimes it’s hard to know where to start and how to use your time wisely. So we’ve put together this quick guide to the coolest streets in Central Europe. We’ve picked a few highlights from our … Read More
Where the locals go: Karlin, Prague 8
Burst out of the tourist bubble & mix with locals in Karlín, the phoenix neighborhood that rebounded from a 100 year flood to be one of the city’s hotspots.
Prague, a Feast of Festivals
We’re going to let you into a little secret. Praguers have a lot more fun things going on than they usually tell tourists about. We however think our guests deserve to know all about the festivals and events they would otherwise miss out on. The Old Town center of Prague … Read More