Czech Republic

Best time to go

May–Sep; Dec markets are magical.

Currency

Czech Koruna (CZK). Avoid street currency exchange.

Taste this

Goulash, svíčková, trdelník & great beer.

Stay safe

Very safe; watch pickpockets in Prague centre.

Where to stay

Prague: Old Town, Malá Strana. Also Český Krumlov, Brno.