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Apartments King Wenceslas in Prague, the Bargain Luxury

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:37:59 +0000

We would like to introduce a brand new Platinum class 13 apartments in the heart of the Wenceslas Square in Prague, we can assume that apartments King Wenceslas are some of the best apartments in the main avenue of Prague, with a great style and multiple facilities that are hard to concur even by Prague five star hotels.

Each apartment has a 60 m2 air conditioned living space with high speed wireless Internet connection at no extra charges. You will have in each apartment a living room, your bedroom, a work space, a well as an equipped kitchen and a nice bathroom. The King Wenceslas Apartments are in a building with elevator, so no worries if you are coming to Prague with your parents, or even if the reservation is for elderly travelers.

Let's start with the living room of the apartment, you will have a sofa, a coffee table, chest of drawers, a Sat-LCD TV with a DVD home cinema system, you can even ask for a Playsation 3 and we will be happy to provide it for you. In the living room you have also a safe box, which is an unusual facility in apartments.
Once you are tired and you need to rest, you just move to the bedroom with its comfortable double bed or twin beds, it depends on your preferences, for sure bed linen are provided, you will have also another Sat-LCD TV in your bedroom where you can watch TV or again just "joystick" the Playsation in bed.
If you are in a business trip, don't hesiate to take your notebook to the work space of King Wenceslas apartments with the high speed wireless Internet.

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After a long walk through the Old Town, you will for sure look forward to relax in the stylish bathroom with a separate bath and a shower corner, washbasin, toilet, mirror, hair dryer, towels shower gel and shampoo. Or maybe you will feel hungry and you will have no mood for going to a restaurant, then just prepare your favorite meal in the fully equipped kitchen with fridge, dishwasher, oven, coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle, microwave oven, dinning table & chairs.

Some of the other exclusive services provided by King Wenceslas apartment and which you can't find elsewhere, are the laundry and dry cleaning services which are free of charges, also as the daily maid service, the parking, the reception desk and the breakfast at 8 EUR.

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Once you step out of King Wenceslas Apartments, you find yourself in the best strategic location in Prague, first of all you are right in the Wenceslas Square, 2 minutes walk and you are in the Old Town, one minute and you are in the Na Prikope fashion boulevard, Charles Bridge and the Malas Strana (Lesser Town) are only at 15 minutes walk. If you want to explore more the city, you have a large choice of public transport connections, 2 underground stations Mustek and Museum are just few steps from your apartment, also as one of the most frequented tram stops in Prague. You can read our article about the best areas of Prague to stay in.

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Now when it comes to the prices, you will be quite surprised, first of all the standard prices are very low if compared to other apartments or hotels in Prague, then you can enjoy several special offers like: Stay 3 nights, pay only for 2 or stay over 4 nights and get 1 night for free. Or simply ask us directly for a special discount and we will surprise you more.

Apartment King Wenceslas

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:09:15 +0000

Apartments King Wenceslas Midweek - Stay 3 nights, pay 2!

Platinum Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 4 guests maximum

These one bedrooms apartments of 60 m2 boast a beautiful and enviable location in the heart of the Wenceslas Square close to many of Prague`s most noteworthy landmarks. This sought-after location is just moments away from the vibrant Old Town Square.

Low season from 95 EUR

High season from 104 EUR

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The Advantage of Prague Serviced Apartments, if compared to Hotels

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:34:11 +0000

Sometimes finding the right hotel to stay, seems to be hard while planning a holidays in Prague. Usually, the problem is that the majority of hotel rooms are very expensive, and those that are more reasonably priced are far from the center of Prague or provide a low-end services. That's why it's recommended to rent an apartment in Prague instead of staying in a hotel room.

One of the advantages of booking a holiday apartment in Prague is that they generally have better prices than hotels. Of course, one main reason for this, is that hotels have amenities such as room service, reception desk, concierge, and other luxuries. It is a fact that most tourists do not use such services, instead, you can save money and rent an apartment in Prague in a central part of the city, like the Old Town, the Lesser Town or the Wenceslas Square.

Serviced apartments in Prague have a kitchen, completely equipped for cooking your favorite meals and avoid expensive Prague restaurants and their underrated services. This is a very useful feature that almost all hotel rooms in Prague lack.

Other advantage of staying in an apartment in Prague is that you will share the life with local people in the city, this is a great experience, better than being closed in a hotel room. Also Prague is a city where apartment buildings has a great architectural style, which again enriches your traveling experience. Tourists usually decide to have apartment in Prague instead of a hotel mainly for this opportunity to immerse themselves in the local cultural and social life of the city.

For those who are traveling with a large group of friends or colleagues, Prague apartments are definitely better than hotels. Many large apartments have multiple bedrooms, living room, dining area and terraces. This is a good choice also for those traveling with their families and children. Prague hotels usually offer rooms that accommodate a maximum of three people, and their luxury large suites are extremely expensive.

In this article we can not mention all the advantages of staying in an apartment in Prague instead of sleeping in a hotel room, so keep subscribed to our Prague apartments Blog or our Prague travel Blog to be always informed about new opportunities for spending your holidays in the Czech Republic.

New Prague Travel Blog by King Wenceslas

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:03:16 +0000

Last week we launched our new Prague Travel Blog on our main website King Wenceslas, we will try to post articles about Prague and other touristic cities in the Czech Republic, also as travel advices for accommodation in hotels and apartments in Prague.
As in our first article about "the best areas of Prague to stay in", we were trying to provide a detailed information and a good photo gallery about Prague districts like, the Wenceslas Square, the Old Town, the Lesser Town and Andel also as other areas of Prague where tourists can find affordable and friendly accommodation. Each of our articles will be open for discussion and comments. That gives more interactive information about Prague and the Czech republic for tourists, useful before doing any wrong steps or decisions concerning Prague hotels or apartment booking in Prague .

We consider that promoting the tourism in Prague and the Czech republic using Blogs and discussion boards, is more logical and informative than spammy ads that confused and disappointed Prague lovers during the last decade.

Prague: Discounts and Only Discounts

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:26:04 +0000

During those "hard times" hotels in Prague are trying to survive by attracting more clients and the only technique is discounts and more discounts.

Hotel Jasmin in Prague, a 3 star hotel at 24 EUR per double room including breakfast!

Great apartments in the heart of Prague are offering one night for free for all over 3 nights stay: La Prague I & La Prague II - Le Royal I & Le Royal II.
More discounts for apartments in Prague also Prague hotels.

For Brno Grand Prix (14-16 August 2009), we have last available rooms at hotel Vranov.

More flexible discounts for accommodation in Prague and the whole Czech republic can be quoted individually, so don't hesitate to contact our travel consultants.

Prague Old Town Square Winner of Lonely Planet Survey

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 10:43:41 +0000

Prague Old Town Square has been voted number # 1 in the best town square poll of Lonely Planet guidebook.

Since the 10th century the Old Town Square has been the main public square and marketplace of Prague until the beginning of the twenty's century.
The Old Town features several architectural styles: Gothic, Renaissance or Baroque and the heart of the Square is marked by the famous Astronomical Clock and its Tower that offers a great panoramic view of the whole Old Town.
The Old Town Square is almost all year crowded with visitors from all around the world and a holiday market during Christmas and Easter holidays.

Results of Lonely Planet's Survey Of Best Old Town Square:

   1. Prague: Old Town Square - 26%
   2. Philadelphia: Rittenhouse Square - 19%
   3. Brussels: Grand Place - 16%
   4. Moscow: Red Square - 13%
   5. Rome: Piazza del Popolo - 8%
   6. London: Piccadilly Circus - 7%
   7. Krakow: Rynek Glowny - 5%
   8. Amsterdam: Museumplein - 3%
   9. San Francisco: Union Square - 2%
10. Seville: Plaza de Espana - 1%

Few years ago, the Old Town of Prague was famous for its luxury and expensive hotels, most of travelers were obliged to find a bargain accommodation in the surrounding and travel to the centre by public transport. Today things have changed, We have affordable apartments almost in each street of the Old Town of Prague also as Prague Old Town Hotels at bargain prices.

Lifetime Discount for King Wenceslas Fans on Facebook

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:53:35 +0000

Now we are providing a Lifetime Discount for fans of King Wenceslas on Facebook, the discount is available for accommodation in our hotels and apartments in Prague and in other locations in the Czech Republic.
How to apply for your discount? Very simple, you only need to become a fan of King Wenceslas, then send us an e-mail (or just a Facebook message) mentioning that you became a fan, and then for lifetime we will be providing you with discounts or special offers for any reservation you do on King Wenceslas website.
More than the discount, by becoming a fan of King Wenceslas on Facebook, you will be updated about events, special offers, information and recommendations for attractions in Prague also as photos, videos and discussion board about Prague and other interesting towns in the Czech Republic.

Apartment Na Belidle I, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:10:27 +0000

Apartment Na Belidle I Crazy Prices!

Silver Class - Studio apartment for up to 2 guests (maximum)

Set in the desirable and vibrant area of Andel City, the Apartments Na Belidle enjoy an enviable location in one of the major entertainment and business hubs of Prague. The immediate vicinity is full with traditional pubs, excellent eateries and music bars.

Low season from 52 EUR

High season from 82 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 60

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Sat, 30 May 2009 16:28:03 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 60 New!

Silver Class - Three bedroom apartment for up to 8 guests (maximum)

This three bedroom apartment of 110 m2, is located in the middle of the Wenceslas Square, a vibrant area with a range of local traditional pubs, restaurants, shops and night life attractions in the vicinity. It is less than five minutes from the famous Old Town Square.

Low season from 97 EUR

High season from 122 EUR

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Prague Apartments NOT Hotels

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:21:16 +0000

Usually Apartments in Prague belong to luxurious and historical houses which offer a complete privacy and flexibility to guests. Such apartments are well furnished and equipped in a modern style to provide practical stay for family or business travelers, free Internet connection, Tv-sat or reception desk are today almost a standard for Prague Apartments. Apartments range from studios to multi-bedroom apartments for larger families and groups.

Apartments are mostly in the center of Prague near the main tourist attractions, historical sights, shopping centres and restaurants.

If we try to mention some of the reasons why guests usually choose Prague Apartments instead of Prague Hotels, at fist place would be the privacy and freedom of access to the apartments at any time, then the cheap price of apartments in comparison to hotels in Prague, a family or group can stay all in one large apartment but in a hotel they will need more rooms and extra cash for that, also while staying in Prague apartments, tourists will avoid the expensive restaurants in Prague and their impolite waiters.

Our company has been handling during last 5 years hundreds apartments for short term stay and our travel consultants are professional enough to answer all your questions and suggestions, you can book directly online or you can simple write us an e-mail and we will send you the proper offer including a special discount, and during your stay we provide you with 24/7 assistance, so if you will need any additional equipment in your apartment, we will arrange it for you.

Czech Republic: The Fourth Edition of "Routes Europe" in Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:24:51 +0000

The fourth edition of Routes Europe, an event that brings together the leading figures and organizations in the aviation industry of the Old Continent, as well as major airlines and airport authorities in the region, The meeting will take place at 5 star Hotel in Prague.

This unique platform has allowed assistants to have discussions on the planning of routes, in a time marked by economic and financial uncertainty, and at a time when the aviation industry begins to pave the way for recovery.

Contacts and working meetings held between the delegates who attended Routes Europe to help them prepare for the celebration in Beijing, China, between 13th and September 15th the World Routes event.

Among those attending Routes Europe in Prague, more than 70 airlines, including Ryanair, EasyJet, German Wings, Wizz Air, in addition to agencies like the International Airport of Tirana (Albania), the Airport of Avignon (France), the Airport Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) and the International Airport Blackpool (United Kingdom).

With a combination of citations, preconceptions and bilateral meetings between the attendees, the fourth edition of Routes Europe in Prague, attracted this time the largest number of attendees for an event of this kind.

Routes Europe is just one component of the annual agenda designed to promote the development of the aviation industry. It was the penultimate edition of the regional event, the only remaining is Routes Africa prior to the completion of the annual cycle in September, which is the fifteenth edition of World Routes in China's capital.

Apartment Kozi, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Thu, 14 May 2009 09:16:44 +0000

Apartment Kozi, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 6 guests (maximum)

This beautiful one bedroom apartment of 60 m2, is very well located in the heart of the Old Town, an unsurpassed location what are arguably Prague's finest area. The apartment is next to the Old Town Square and the Jewish Town.

Low season from 59 EUR

High season from 81 EUR

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Park Inn inaugurates a New Hotel in Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Wed, 13 May 2009 14:56:29 +0000

The Rezidor Hotel Group has opened a new hotel of 210 rooms in Prague

The Park Inn Prague is located south of the city center of Prague near Vysehrad Castle. It has 400 square meters of meeting space and guests can enjoy the restaurant RBG Bar and Grill. A private garden is on the roof of the hotel and a gym.

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Czech Republic, an Exotic Charm in Europe

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:52:06 +0000

Even in times of crisis, people didn't give-up traveling to Prague. Historic monuments, museums and galleries are the main attraction for tourists. Prague is a jewel of the Czech Republic

Imagine a castle surrounded by elegant gardens, dazzling, magnificent museums and fabulous hotels. One of the favorite destinations that are chosen by fellow Czech Republic, with over two thousand castles and palaces that are centuries old.

Prague for its extensive history and special location between east and west, the city has developed a unique blend of cultures and traditions. Music concerts, art, culture and entertainment, sporting events, fairs and festivals taking place every year in the Czech capital.

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 32, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Thu, 07 May 2009 07:29:44 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 32, Prague

Gold Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 6 guests (maximum)

This pretty and very well situated one bedroom apartment of 60 m2, is located in the middle of the Wenceslas Square in one of the most prestigious area of Prague and one of the most popular, active, and sparkling neighborhoods of central Prague.

Low season from 89 EUR

High season from 115 EUR

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London the Dirtiest and Prague the Cheapest

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:21:22 +0000

The British capital is the dirtiest city in Europe for the second consecutive year, according to a survey by the travel website TripAdvisor.

More than 2,000 tourists have commented on this site about the strengths and weaknesses of the major cities of the Old Continent. Besides dirty, London is the most expensive and has the worst food, despite having some of the best restaurants in the world.

On the positive side, London has the best free attractions, the best public parks and the best nightlife.

For the other cities, the cleanest city is Copenhagen, while Prague is the cheapest and the friendliest, and most boring Dublin, Brussels. The Polish capital, Warsaw, has the dubious honor of having the ugliest architecture .

Paris is the second dirtiest city, according to respondents, however, has the best local cuisine and the best decorated. The French capital has lost its position as the most romantic giving its place to the Italian Venice.

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Apartment Vodickova V 53, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:45:29 +0000

Apartment Vodickova V 53, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 5 guests (maximum)

This one bedroom apartment of 60 m2, is located right in the centre of Prague, the Wenceslas Square is just around the corner as well as the well-known Na Prikope shopping street. Here you truly can experience Prague atmosphere and street life.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 62, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:34:57 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 62, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 7 guests (maximum)

This one bedroom apartment of 60 m2, is in a renovated building in a lovely unique Prague neighbourhood, situated in the middle of the Wenceslas Square between all major tourists attractions. The famous Republic Square, the Charles Square and the National Museum are literally around the corner.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Prague will Invest 80 Millions Crowns to Improve Incoming Tourism

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:39:33 +0000

Prague City Council decided to invest 80m CZK on advertising campaigns also as trade fairs and events to support incoming tourism.

No big worries because the number of tourists visiting Prague has not decreased but mainly because of the stagnation of this number and prolong the length of stays which now around 2.7 days and maintain the important job opportunity in Prague (around 100 000 jobs in tourism field)

The advertising campaign will target mainly foreigners from UK, Russia, Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Italy and Hungary. Prague will be using half of it's tourism incomes (around 168m CZK) in such campaign.

Accommodation capacity in Prague is higher than in other similar cities. Almost 80,000 beds in Prague against the half in Vienna or Barcelona.

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 67, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:04:03 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 67, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 5 guests (maximum)

This one bedroom Duplex apartment of 45m2 is supremely located in the Wenceslas Square, the centre of Prague, within easy walking distance from the Old Town Square, the Jewish Quarter, the Republic Square and the Charles square.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 64, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:27:18 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 64, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 4 guests (maximum)

This one bedroom apartment of 58 m2, is located in the hearth of the Wenceslas Square, the largest square in Prague, between the major sites in the city, Old Town Square, Republic Square, Charles Square, but also Charles Bridge and the famous Jewish Town, all just a few minutes walk.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 70, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:23:49 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 70, Prague

Silver Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 4 guests (maximum)

This one bedroom apartment of 90 m2 (including the terrace), is superbly located in Prague's City Center, in the middle of the Wenceslas Square, within easy walking distance from the vibrant Old Town district.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 65, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:23:40 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 65, Prague

Silver Class - Three bedroom apartment for up to 8 guests (maximum)

This three bedroom apartment of 110 m2, is located in the middle of the prestigious Wenceslas Square between the National Museum and the Na Prikope street, near the Old Town Square and the Republic Square. It is the best starting point to discover Prague.

Low season from 97 EUR

High season from 122 EUR

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Quest of Charm in Prague during Summer

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:23:39 +0000

Prague, the beautiful capital of the Czech Republic, is now a westernized city, but retains the old charm of the past, except during the tourism season.

Prague is one of the most beautiful European cities, the capital of the Czech Republic has changed during recent decades. From the communist past of the former Soviet Union to the collapse of the Berlin Wall to the modern times in which the city was westernized. But why it hasn't lost its charm?

During the high season like Summer, Autumn, Easter and Christmas Holidays Prague undergoes a real invasion of tourists. Prague has changed when compared to the Communist era but the beauty of its key sites remains intact from the Old Town Square to the Lesser Town passing through Charles Bridge.

For those who had not done yet and for those who wish to return, a visit to Prague is strongly recommended. For those who don't mind walking on the streets surrounded by tourists from all over Europe-if not the whole world- you can visit Prague this summer and enjoy special low prices for apartments, we have many air-conditioned apartments in different districts of Prague, so Summer in Prague will be just a quest of charm.

Apartment Prague Castle

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:30:06 +0000

Apartment Prague Castle

Bronze Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 2 guests (can sleep 4)

This one bedroom apartment of 42 m2 with its lovely terrace of 25 m2, is perfectly located in the prestigious district of Prague 6, at the edge of the Prague Castle area. With easy access by public transport to Prague`s premier places, the Charles Bridge, the Wenceslas Square and the Old Town Square.

Low season from 55 EUR

High season from 69 EUR

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Apartment Wenceslas Square V 31, Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:36:48 +0000

Apartment Wenceslas Square V 31, Prague

Gold Class - One bedroom apartment for up to 5 guests (maximum)

This high standard one-bedroom apartment of 53 m2, is perfectly placed just in the middle of Wenceslas Square. Superb value for money, this modern and contemporary apartment offers an ideal base for both leisure and business travellers.

Low season from 86 EUR

High season from 111 EUR

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Number of tourists in the Czech Republic falling, Prague is the most concerned

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:26:37 +0000

Number of tourists in Prague, has plummeted and that's due to several factors, in addition to the economic crisis when people refuse to spend more, there is the increase in the price of certain services and the bad behavior toward tourists of uneducated Czechs working in the tourism field. As a reaction, Prague wants to promote a new Internet portal, which offers tourists information about entertainment and cultural events held in Prague.

Domestic revenue from foreign tourism last year fell in comparison to 2007. Foreigners spent in the Czech Republic almost 130 billion crowns during 2008, 3.3 billion less than in 2007, this according to a leading analytical company Mag Consulting. The loss of tourists, which is the first time since last floods in 2002 and the length of stay of foreign tourists in the Czech Republic is still shortened when the vast majority of them are heading to Prague.

The number of foreign tourists in the Czech Republic was reduced to an average of eight to ten percent. Last year 6.65 million toursists visited the Czech Republic, hotels mostly suffered from such drop, but still are opening new hotels in the centre of Prague to increase the capacity of hotels in Prague to 7.9 percent since 2000, according to the Czech Statistical Office. The increase in arrivals was four percent in 2008 according to Czech Tourism, mainly in the three star hotel category. Capacity remains unused, the state of the financial crisis deepens and between hotels the fight continues mainly on price, add to that the new trend of apartments in Prague which offer more space, better prices and more convenient solution for families.

Hotels have also a serious problem: tourists are no longer spending as it used to be few years ago. Because of the economic crisis, people are more cautious in spending for food and drink. Recently, they are moreover focusing on cheaper services, for example not buying expensive souvenirs and going to cheaper restaurants.

New information portal Prague
Prague hoteliers are also active in the fight against the crisis. One of the innovations to promote tourism is Prague Events Calendar, a portal clearly informing tourists about events held in Prague.
The Portal was officially launched on the 25th of March. It is used for better orientation in Prague events, however it has become an important tool for decision-making for potential tourists. Prague Events Calendar aim is to support the attendance of Prague.

Music at Prague Spring in May

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:05:05 +0000

"Co Cech, to musikant". Music plays a fundamental role in the cultural life of the Czech Republic. Rendez-vous for lovers during Prague Spring every year in May with many concerts. As part of this international music festival, Prague hosts annually the most distinguished performers - in the past Leonard Bernstein, Charles Munch or Herbert von Karajan.

Prague hosts this year's Festival from May 12 to June 3 with a rich program, among others, violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter, tenor Juan Dieg Florez, Driss El Maloumi, operas by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini ...

To discover or rediscover in Prague a wonderful musical festival, you can choose now your apartment in Prague centre and then select your preferred concert or performance from the following program:

May 2009
Sun     10     Prague Spring at the Old ...
Mon     11     Opening of the exhibition...
Tue     12     Ceremony in memory of Bed...
Tue     12     Prague Radio Symphony Orc...
Wed     13     Final round, FLUTE catego...
Wed     13     Antonín Dvořák: Rusalka (...
Wed     13     Final round, FLUTE catego...
Wed     13     Prague Radio Symphony Orc...
Thu     14     Final round, BASSOON cate...
Thu     14     P. I. Tchaikovsky: Eugene...
Thu     14     Orchestre des Champs-Elys...
Thu     14     Final round, BASSOON cate...
Fri     15     The prize-giving ceremony...
Fri     15     Bohuslav Martinů Philharm...
Fri     15     Juan Diego Flórez
Fri     15     Bubeníček & Friends
Sat     16     Ladislav Dole�el – piano
Sat     16     Jaroslav Tůma – organ
Sat     16     G. F. Händel: Rinaldo
Sat     16     Shlomo Mintz and Petr Jiř...
Sat     16     Sächsisches Vocalensemble
Sun     17     Capella Regia Praha
Sun     17     Giacomo Puccini: La Bohème
Sun     17     Martina Janková and Gérar...
Sun     17     Konvergence
Mon     18     Janáček chamber orchestra...
Mon     18     Florent Charpentier – cla...
Mon     18     Kocian Quartet & Zeml...
Tue     19     Bedřich Smetana: The Bart...
Tue     19     Ivan �enatý, Lucie Ceralo...
Wed     20     Rhythm Desperados
Wed     20     Czech Philharmonic, Zdeně...
Wed     20     Czech Chamber Philharmoni...
Thu     21     Orchestre Philharmonique ...
Thu     21     Leonidas Kavakos and Enr...
Fri     22     Kühn Children’s Choir
Fri     22     Nederlands Blazers Ensemb...
Sat     23     Martina Bačová and Alexan...
Sat     23     Collegium 1704 - G. F. Hä...
Sat     23     W. A. Mozart: Don Giovanni
Sat     23     South Bohemian Chamber Ph...
Sun     24     The Czech Nonet
Sun     24     Jordi Savall
Mon     25     Il Giardino Armonico and ...
Mon     25     Gustav Machatý: Erotikon ...
Tue     26     Christoph von Dohnányi, T...
Tue     26     AD Trio
Wed     27     Christoph von Dohnányi, F...
Wed     27     Kopelman Quartet
Wed     27     Dave Holland Quintet
Thu     28     Giuseppe Verdi: Otello /R...
Thu     28     Prague Philharmonia, Jiří...
Thu     28     Lord of the Rings Symphon...
Fri     29     Musicological conference:...
Fri     29     Kocian Quartet & Zeml...
Fri     29     Scarlatti versus Händel
Sat     30     Foerster’s Osenice
Sat     30     Petra Matějová – fortepiano
Sat     30     Pavel Černý – organ
Sat     30     Susan Graham and Malcolm ...
Sat     30     Kühn Mixed Choir: Bohusla...
Sun     31     Suk's Křečovice
Sun     31     Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
Sun     31     kammerorchesterbasel, Kri...
June 2009
Mon     1     Anne-Sophie Mutter and Dr...
Tue     2     Prague Symphony Orchestra...
Tue     2     Hawthorne String Quartet
Tue     2     Libor Nováček – piano
Wed     3     Closing concert: Czech Ph...

For more concrete information please visit the official website of Prague Spring International Music Festival.

Rental of Furnished Apartments, a Growing Market in Prague

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:03:45 +0000

In Prague, the number of apartments for short term stay explodes. Business and holiday travelers are more interested in rental of furnished apartments than in staying in simple hotel rooms.

Apartments in Prague have been around for years on the rental market and are a cozy for long journeys. But now tourists begin increasingly using this type of accommodation for short stays. The economic crisis may be the source of this new phenomenon, since inquiring travelers realize that apartments are more spacious, more intimate and better equipped at a better price in comparison to Prague hotels.

Large hotel groups in Prague have recognized this trend and, without abandoning their normal activities, many of them are opening new serviced furnished apartments in Prague.
They are using all kinds of names for their facilities: long-term hotel, apart-hotel, serviced apartments, or residence. Companies specialized in apartments rentals in Prague, argue that the case had never been successful, privately owned apartments by locals in Prague are more preferred by tourists than those fake "private" apartments owned by hotels in Prague.

New apartments are opening in Prague regularly.

According to a recent study published by the Institute of Travel Management, nearly 50% of business travelers feel that apartments are equipped with a serious alternative to hotels for their stay in Prague. When asked why they opted for this formula, 42% of them explained that they use the traditional way (stays of five days or more), 29% for savings and 24% consider it an alternative to Prague hotels .

Travel agencies are also expressing a growing interest in serviced apartments in Prague. The number of business travelers staying in this type of apartments is constantly growing because they offer more interesting value for money. It is also a more suitable form for some travelers (especially single women) who do not wish to dine alone in restaurants. Increasingly equipped apartments in Prague are available, and each day we receive more requests for Prague old town, the Wenceslas square and the Lesser Town, where hotel rates are particularly high.

Most travel agencies are targeting the high-end market, with a majority of four-stars category. The business community is just beginning to understand the benefits of fully equipped apartments in Prague compared to hotels, particularly in terms of prices: for long stays, the difference reaches 30%.

Prague Restricts the Access to main Tourist Attractions During the Visit of Obama

admin@apartmentplan.cz — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:35:06 +0000

The visit of U.S. president Barack Obama to Prague during next 4th and 5th of April 2009, will cause the restriction of access to the main tourist attractions, which will also feature "extraordinary" security measures.

According to the Czech tourism authorities, tourists will face some restrictions in places like Prague Castle and the congress center, where Obama will meet with heads of European states, as well as Prague old town which is the heart of the city.
Prague Castle will be closed from Friday the 3rd of April 9.00am till 5.00 am on Monday the 6th. Due to these security measures, the castle gardens will open to public the following Saturday 11th of April. Evropska Avenue will be affected and public transport could be also reduced in all areas where vehicles accompaigning the president will pass through.

Obama's visit to Prague is part of the Czech presidency of the European Union. The safety of the president will be ensured by up to 3000 police officers.