Category: explore
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Inside Moser: Where Karlovy Vary Still Makes Glass by Hand
Behind Moser’s perfect crystal is a world of heat, heavy tools and extraordinary skill. We went inside the Karlovy Vary glassworks to see how it is still made by hand.
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Driving in Brazil: What It’s Really Like to Rent a Car and Hit the Road
Brazil is enormous. Looking at a map is one thing; actually driving across a small part of it is another. Before our trip, renting a car in Brazil sounded slightly intimidating. Different driving habits, unfamiliar roads, Portuguese, long distances — and all the usual warnings you hear before travelling around the country. In reality, driving…
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AFTER US: Rolava (Sauersack) — Where the Forest Took Over
Hidden in the forests of the Ore Mountains, Rolava (Sauersack) is slowly disappearing beneath the trees. A former tin mining complex where history, ruins and nature quietly meet.
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The Most Romantic Hotels in Karlovy Vary
These three hotels represent three very different faces of Karlovy Vary — imperial elegance, spa tradition and the modern spirit of the city’s world-famous film festival. Karlovy Vary has welcomed travellers for more than 650 years. Founded by Emperor Charles IV in the 14th century after the discovery of its famous thermal springs, the town soon…
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Slow Escape Near Karlovy Vary
Quiet places, forest walks, cafés and slow weekends. Karlovy Vary is known for its spa colonnades, but some of the best moments begin just beyond the city. This is a growing guide to the places we genuinely enjoy — peaceful cafés, scenic walks, local food, hidden viewpoints and quiet places to stay. It’s not about…
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Karlovy Vary After the Film Festival
Everyone knows Karlovy Vary during the festival. Few people know how beautiful Karlovy Vary becomes once the crowds leave. If you’re looking for quiet streets, spa architecture and long walks instead of red carpets, this is the perfect time to visit. Getting there from Prague If you’re travelling from Prague, the easiest way to reach…