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I prefer to spend as little as possible on flights and then put what I saved towards a good hotel (I normally go for something that's very central).

directline-citybreaks.co.uk let me search for a hotel priced with either an easyjet or ryanair flight. I got £50 off for booking online (not too sure if they're still doing this). I've not found any other site that does this.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16790 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13678
The service included online reservation for accommodation. They just took my credit card number as a guarantee for the reservation. No payment before, no stressed nights.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13678 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13264 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13264 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11529
The Prague Castle Administration have announced that the entrance to the cathedral will be free of charge again.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11529 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9646
Allegedly with the highest number of pubs per capita of any city district in Europe, Žižkov is a working-class area of Prague, a world away from the gaudy delights of Wenceslas Square. It is home to the television tower visible from all over the city, and can be reached by Metro to Florenc (line B & C) or by tram to Husinecká.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9646 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6986
If you're on a budget you could do worse than bus 119 from outside the terminal. It goes to Dejvicka Metro station, which is just four stops from Wenceslas Square. You can buy a transfer ticket in the terminal for about 30p. Make sure you validate your ticket in the machine when boarding the bus, or you will be travelling illegally and liable for an on-the-spot fine from the plain-clothes inspectors who target unsuspecting tourists.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6986 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5587
If you think a hostel means grubby beds, grubbier people and grubby amenities then think again. Showerheads the size of dinner plates, crisp white bedlinen, polished wooden floors, an 'all you can eat' buffet breakfast, decent coffee, brilliant bar area, free internet and expert advice all contribute to what makes this place rock. They will also arrange transfers and walks for you.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5587 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4989
However, anyone travelling with children - be prepared for nudity - many spa-goers strip off completely.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4989 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3136 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3136 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3119 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3119 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3112 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3112 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3052 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3052 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3035 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3035 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3030 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3030 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2991 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2991 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2364 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2364 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1862
The atmosphere is friendly and inviting; a largish room decorated with frescos/paintings of Prague. At lunch-time it was very busy with a mixture of visitors and locals, all sharing the wooden tables. The general feel is of a good old-fashioned pub/beer hall.

The food is traditional Czech (Fried fillet of fish with tartare sauce
Pork fillet with cheese, Dumplings
Boiled potatoes,Red beet salad)
with a range of main course and smaller dishes. Service was slow with only one – very friendly and charming – waiter/barman serving everyone in the place. However, while you are waiting you can enjoy the dark and light Staropramen beer.

The food, when it arrived, was good quality and at a very reasonable cost. I’d recommend it.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1862 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1861
You can’t really see into the pub from the outside so it doesn’t always look like it is open (above the door is a trio of figures in stucco on the façade of the building) but don't be put off as inside is a small traditional beer hall, with long wooden tables and benches lining the walls, serving fantastic Velkopopovicky Kozel beer.

The clientele seems mainly to be locals with a smattering of tourists. It can get quite busy but still retain the sort of relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where at one table someone may be sitting quietly reading the paper while at another a group of colleagues or friends indulge in a lively discussion all seemingly happy and all accompanied, of course, by the wonderful beer.

The pub also serves snack type food such as sausage and mustard, scrambled egg with onion, salted fish, pickled cheese.

Large beers are 21 kr (approx. 0.45 sterling each) food ranges from about 20kr-40kr (0.43 to 0.87 sterling) each

In winter it’s a great place to escape from the cold, in summer a lovely place to rest your feet while exploring Hradcany. Highly recommended.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1861 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8209 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8209