Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Opinion, Uncategorized, Writing

Praying for Prague

Trigger warning: Gun violence and vicarious trauma The Cranky Camper reflects on the tragedy at Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic. On the afternoon of December 21, 2023, a troubled student walked into the Philosophy Faculty and fired on students and staff as well as visitors to Jan Palach Square.

Brunch, Christmas, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Food, Historic Sites, Holidays, Shopping, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Wine, Writing

Prague Christmas Markets

Christmas markets are a popular tradition in Europe. The Christmas markets in Prague proved to be lovely places to purchase holiday gifts and souvenirs, as well as enjoy hot cider and holiday snacks.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Historic Sites, History, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Prague: A Walk to Remember

In this second post in a five-part series, I took a walk around Prague 1 while Emily was at an orientation. My route took me to the Jewish Quarter, the Charles Bridge, Lennon Wall, and of course, Old Town Square.

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Praha

The first in a five-part series, we flew to Prague, Czech Republic to drop Emily off at university. On this trip, we visit some famous landmarks- as well as make trips to IKEA to set up her dorm.