4-5 days in Prague with the wife [Archive]

Oberst Hajj

07-29-2014, 10:09

The wife surprised me today and asked if we could change the trip we had been planning to Paris to Prague instead. So, now I'm trying to figure out an itinerary for 4-5 day in/around Prague the first week of Sept.

We of course want to see the Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, but what are the other things we should definitely take in? How much will language be an issue? I speak a little Japanese and she has some high school French... other than that we are typical Americans and only speak English :embarrass:

One thing we are trying to figure out is transportation once we get there. We'll be driving from Germany (a work trip for me), so we have a rental car. Should be turn the rental car in as soon as we get there and just walk/take trams to see the city, or would it be better to keep the car to get around?

Thanks for any help you can give us.

tikkifriend

07-29-2014, 10:15

Welcome to Europe Keith. You should get a good exchange rate for the old € vs $ so spend it wisely on Pils lager :drinks::drinks:

Guntruck

07-29-2014, 10:33

Hi Keith,

Prague is fairly compact and we had no difficulty walking around while we were there. Neither did we have much problem with the language as most people in the 'tourist' area speak some English. Apart from the obvious cultural attractions, the National Technical Museum is worth taking in (http://www.ntm.cz/en), as is the Army Museum. Not too far outside Prague and do-able by public transport is the Aviation Museum at Kbely, and a bit further out and probably better driving there (you get off the train at a small station and you imagine you hear banjos!) is the Army Technical Museum (tanks, artillery). This website covers the last 3 places - http://www.vhu.cz/english-summary/

Enjoy, Keith. At the same time I will be on your side of the pond - Orlando with a side-order of Pensacola.

Welcome to Europe Keith. You should get a good exchange rate for the old € vs $ so spend it wisely on Pils lager :drinks::drinks:

May I recommend a good tourist guide? :D

http://www.wingsofwar.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=138631&d=1406655789

flash

07-29-2014, 11:30

My daughter went a couple of years ago and she loved the zoo ! http://www.zoopraha.cz/en
and you will have to find the scene of the Prague summer con - I'm sure some of the local forumers can give you some pointers ! http://www.wingsofwar.org/forums/showthread.php?16050-Prague-Summer-Con-2014

Oberst Hajj

07-29-2014, 11:30

Thanks for the info guys. Neither of us are beer drinkers :takecover: , so those aspects don't really interest us. Vodka and wine are more our thing... but not major things.

Steve, what part of Prague did you stay in... or if you remember, what hotel?

Guntruck

07-29-2014, 12:34

Can't remember the name of the hotel, but it was in Resslova, which leads off of Jiraskuv Bridge. I remember where it was because it is along from the Church of St Cyril and St Methodius, where the assassins of Heydrich were eventually cornered. The church itself is worth a visit as it has a small museum commemorating the siege. Even if you don't take the demon drink, find an excuse to visit the U Parachutistu restaurant and bar, 7 Resslova, which apart from the good food has the walls lined with photos of the Czech Parachute Brigade and members of the Czech resistance.

Kubajs

07-30-2014, 00:27

Great news! Hope you'll enjoy my hometown.
Prague is not only about beer. We have also a lot of wine cellars and wine shops where you can taste Czech and Moravian wines. Especially our white wines are delicious.
And I strongly recommend you to take a boat trip in the city centre at the time when the day is turning to the night and the lights in the streets are turning on.

Would be nice to arrange a meeting of our group and show you the Ladinek's shop, where the Prague Con taking place.

Oberst Hajj

07-30-2014, 06:24

The wife and I are looking to stay at the Kings Court (http://www.hotelkingscourt.cz/default-en.html) in Prague 1.

Great news! Hope you'll enjoy my hometown.
Prague is not only about beer. We have also a lot of wine cellars and wine shops where you can taste Czech and Moravian wines. Especially our white wines are delicious.
And I strongly recommend you to take a boat trip in the city centre at the time when the day is turning to the night and the lights in the streets are turning on.

Would be nice to arrange a meeting of our group and show you the Ladinek's shop, where the Prague Con taking place.

The wife does like wines and I've been known to do a shot or two of vodka from time to time... so I'm sure we will find something to drink while we are there.

I definitely want to vist Ladinek's shop and meet all our Czech pilots for a game or two. I'm still trying to work those details out with SWMBO :wafangry: I've already talked to Nightbomber and Marechallannes to see if they could possibly join us. We will be there from the 30th until the 5th, so we'll have to figure out the best day and time to make this work... thoughts?

Nightbomber

07-30-2014, 07:12

Nightbomber

07-30-2014, 07:29

Botel Racek booked for night 2/3 of Sep. :D

September seems to be a WoG Month for me: Prague and Doncaster :fokker:

Oberst Hajj

07-30-2014, 08:04

Excellent, Keith. My plan is to join you on the 2nd Sep. around lunch time, spend an afternoon/evening with you, Sven and Czech friends if they are present in Prague then and return next day. Does not it interfere with your plans?
Andy.

Botel Racek booked for night 2/3 of Sep. :D

September seems to be a WoG Month for me: Prague and Doncaster :fokker:

I think I should be able make the 2nd work. And sorties on both the eastern and western fronts... you are a busy man!

Nightbomber

07-30-2014, 08:16

I am too busy at my office these days during summer :eek: case files are attacking from all sides. Family business finishes me off ;). There has been no WoG gaming in July at all...

Oberst Hajj

07-30-2014, 09:37

I am too busy at my office these days during summer :eek: case files are attacking from all sides. Family business finishes me off ;). There has been no WoG gaming in July at all...

You are still better off than I am. The last two games of Wings that I played were at Origins 2013 and Origins 2014 :cry:

Marechallannes

07-31-2014, 00:02

Ok, let's see what the Czech comrades will propose and organize.

There are so many options.

I would recommend a daytrip from Prague to the nearby Castle Karlstein. If you want to smell the medieval times combined with a beautiful landscape this is a perfect choice.

Here is a secret tip (from Watchdog) to test Czech food: U Medvidku http://www.pragueexperience.com/places.asp?PlaceID=1008 (easy to find)

I think you can get online during your working stay in Germany, so we have enogh time to spiking you with good advices.

Oberst Hajj

07-31-2014, 06:19

Thanks for those suggestions Sven! We do have time to work out the details of sight seeing. For now I just have to finalize the travel and hotel side of things.

Nightbomber

07-31-2014, 07:28

I do support what Sven wrote about the Czech cuisine, which is unique. The smaller pub you find in Prague, the better food you will be served at lower prices:) Take it into account while planning the trip, Keith:).

Oberst Hajj

07-31-2014, 13:20

Good news on the wife front. She has signed off on an afternoon/evening of gaming for me :minis: Since Andy has already made plans to be there the 2nd of Sept, let's try and setup a game night for then.

Jager

08-01-2014, 02:40

Good news on the wife front. She has signed off on an afternoon/evening of gaming for me :minis: .

Sounds like she lined up a afternoon/evening of shopping :money: :slysmile:
Karl

Oberst Hajj

08-01-2014, 05:31

Sounds like she lined up a afternoon/evening of shopping :money: :slysmile:
Karl

Yes, I think so... but she is hiding it under "I'll find something to do or just read a book someplace." :erk:

Dan-Sam

08-02-2014, 11:30

Huh? A party in Prague? Cool :) Hope I will join you too!

Public transport is OK in Prague - left your car in hotel and go by trams and metro.
From these thing that are not above me, I recommend you Kbely Air Museum (http://www.vhu.cz/english-summary/), National Technical Museum (http://ntm.cz/en) (both mentioned by Steve), a trip by an old tram (http://www.dpp.cz/en/nostalgic-tram-line-no-91/) (1,5$ !), Petřín Hill (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petřín_Lookout_Tower) (very romantic. ZOO is cool - it is at least for half a day, but very nice.
In case you want to leave a Prague, Kutná Hora (http://www.kutnahora.cz/index.php?lns=en) is a beautiful githic town (1 hour from Prague by a train).

English is OK, especially young people can speak english well.

Dan-Sam

08-02-2014, 16:37

By the way, my favourite time for Prague Castle is about 22:00 - there are almost no tourists in this time and you can visit Golden Street for free (but it is not possible to visit st. Vitus Cathedral). Guard Parade is at 12:00.
Best time for Charles bridge and Staromestské Square is the same or later - same reason.

milcoll73

08-02-2014, 22:19

Yes, I think so... but she is hiding it under "I'll find something to do or just read a book someplace." :erk:

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Marechallannes

08-05-2014, 21:18

What about the gaming location?

How many Czech comrades would join us?

I need to talk to my wife for the (short trip).

If I understand it right: The plan is to come to Prague at 2nd September - play from 12:00h to 21:00h - have a good evening in the city until 02:00 am and leave the 03.09. at noon again.

Nightbomber

08-06-2014, 03:26

The schedule fits me very well, Sven, if you could come of course.
I'll have a car, so we will be able to use it.
Ladinek's shop would be a nice place. let's wait for Czech colleagues info:)

Marechallannes

08-06-2014, 04:51

I hope we'll get it the next days for reservation & tickets.

Dan-Sam

08-06-2014, 04:52

Ready for service, sir! :salute:

Oberst Hajj

08-06-2014, 05:18

Daniel,

Thank you for the information above! Some of those are already on our list and we've actually heard a lot about the zoo from other sources.

I would really enjoy it if we could setup some games a Ladinek's shop to play on the 2nd. Hopefully many of our Czech pilots can attend, it will be my first Wings of Glory game in another country! I think I will bring a couple of my custom painted planes. Cpt. Harry S. Gwinne' N17 for sure:

http://www.wingsofwar.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=46645&d=1337789931

So if someone wants to work up a mission where I could fly that, that would be great.

Oberst Hajj

08-06-2014, 05:20

I also have another logistic question. We have to get adapters for our US plugs (phones/tablets/computer) to work in Germany, just need to know if those same plugs will work in the Czech Republic?

Nightbomber

08-06-2014, 05:33

Continental EU enjoys the same plugs, Keith:)

Nightbomber

08-06-2014, 05:35

Dan-Sam

08-06-2014, 06:26

Personalised...euhm...what? OK, maybe, I can work o none of it...? Which era of WWI?

Nightbomber

08-06-2014, 07:17

Era does not matter, Daniel;) Just re-decal one of the mini and you are in:D A hint: WH40K decals are perfect for such job.

Thomatchef

08-06-2014, 11:10

Damn this sound like a fine evening getting together. If only Prague was a bit closer....

Oberst Hajj

08-06-2014, 15:48

Damn this sound like a fine evening getting together. If only Prague was a bit closer....

Yeah, I wish it was too so that you could come! I'd love to fly with you and see some of your great repaints.

Oberst Hajj

08-06-2014, 15:49

Era does not matter, Daniel;) Just re-decal one of the mini and you are in:D A hint: WH40K decals are perfect for such job.

Humm, maybe I should bring one of my D.VIIs then :D

Пилот

08-06-2014, 18:38

Damn this sound like a fine evening getting together. If only Prague was a bit closer....
My words exactly...

Oberst Hajj

08-07-2014, 09:19

Continental EU enjoys the same plugs, Keith:)

Thanks Andy.

Marechallannes

08-08-2014, 03:46

Do we have an overview now, who'll be there and if Ladinek's shop is open/available?

Oberst Hajj

08-08-2014, 18:26

I'll be bringing the following custom painted planes...

Fokker Dr.I
Fokker D.VII
Nieuport 17
Sopwith Camel

Marechallannes

08-09-2014, 22:10

Had a finally talk with my wife yesterday about this short trip and it seems I have to skip my „WoG travelling engagement“ a little bit.

I have no heavy excuse, but I’m afraid - she’s right :erk: - in some points referring to my/our foreign country excursions this year, our plans in September for another holiday week with the kids and my other non-WoG activities this year.

So unfortunately I'm not able to join you in Prague in September. :dazed:

I hope you understand and please do not be dissapointed. I’ll intercept the Oberst in Nürnberg on his way to the „Golden City“ and hope you will give him a pleasant stay and good games in Prague.

See you next year, comrades. :salute:

Oberst Hajj

08-10-2014, 06:40

Sorry to hear that Sven, but I'm sure we can get one game in at our place without the wives getting too upset at us. lol

Marechallannes

08-10-2014, 11:32

Of course Herr Oberst, maybe a little SoG frigate skirmish. :slysmile:

Kubajs

08-25-2014, 23:55

Hi guys, especially Keith and Andy.
One week left to our special september meeting. It's high time to make a schedule.
Some of us can start at 14:30. Some can join in after 5pm.
Is it ok for both of you?

Nightbomber

08-26-2014, 03:03

It is the right time, Jakub:) My plan is to arrive to Botel first and then go right to Ladinek's shop.
Is there a chance that one of you guys could pick up Herr Oberst form his hotel? If this is a problem, I'll try to find the hotel and pick the Boss up with my car;)

Kubajs

08-26-2014, 07:17

I work at Wenceslas square to 14:00. Therefore I suggest the traditional meeting point "Under the horse tail" at 14:05.
I hope that will be fine for you, Keith.

Nightbomber

08-26-2014, 07:27

Where is that place, Jakub? Is this the Hostinec we held the beer briefing? What is it's Czech name?

Oberst Hajj

08-26-2014, 09:36

I can meet around 16:00. Here (https://www.google.com/maps/place/U+Obecn%C3%ADho+domu+660%2F3,+110+00+Praha-Praha+1,+Czech+Republic/@50.0882346,14.4275889,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x470b94eae35d7ec5:0x60d3391dec446a18)is where our hotel is on the map, can someone post either the address where we are meeting, or maker it on that map and re-post it please?

Andy, are you still getting in earlier that day?

Nightbomber

08-26-2014, 09:49

Keith, I can be earlier on the 2nd, but not much. 1400 hours is a real time. I'll arrive by car, check in in Botel Racek and then be availabe, so be sure I can get here or there to pick you up from a specific place, like your hotel and drive to the Game Shop and back. I'll PM you with the other important info.

Andy.

Nightbomber

08-26-2014, 10:06

Found your place. It is on the same side of the river. The map shows 6 km, not far away from Podolske Nabrezi:).

Oberst Hajj

08-26-2014, 11:40

You don't have to get there earlier, I just was wondering as I thought you said you would arrive around 12:00 is all. My wife would like to meet the great friend of Riley. lol

Kubajs

08-27-2014, 08:05

The pub?;):pint:;) NO!!
It's the nickname for the place at Wenceslas square - under the statue of st.Wenceslas on the horse.
It's perfect meeting point - easy to remember, easy to find, easy to take subway for the trip to Ladinek's shop.
And it's very close to my office.

Nightbomber

08-27-2014, 08:40

Oh sorry! :lol: Now I see why - on of the horseshoes is risen:D But it really sounded like a pub's name!
Jakub, what I understood from Keith's post, he will be free to attend the meeting around 16:00, so it is useless gfor you to wait na "Vaclavaku" till that hour. I noted his hotel address and found it is not far from Botel Racek. That is why I think I will check in at 14 - 15:00 hours at the Botel, pick up Keith from his place and drive to Ladinek's shop. Of course I am open to other arrangements:)

Nightbomber

08-27-2014, 08:42

You don't have to get there earlier, I just was wondering as I thought you said you would arrive around 12:00 is all. My wife would like to meet the great friend of Riley. lol

Oh, for that nice reason that can be arranged;) Where do you plat to be around 12:00? I may just get up earlier!:D

Oberst Hajj

08-27-2014, 10:02

Oh, for that nice reason that can be arranged;) Where do you plat to be around 12:00? I may just get up earlier!:D

We don't have our days totally planned out yet, I am just not allowed to abandon the wife to go play games before 16:00. lol I'll know more on Friday night after she gets here and we talk more about what we are doing each day. I'll shoot you a PM then.

Oberst Hajj

08-29-2014, 23:14

Any of you guys have suggestions on how we should get from the bus station (bus from Nürnberg to Praha) to our Hotel Kings Court (U Obecního domu 660/3, 110 00 Praha)? Is a taxi good, or do we have to worry about getting ripped off using those (some sites say you do)? We will each have a larger suitcase and carry bag.

Thanks

Dan-Sam

08-30-2014, 08:32

Take a walk: http://mapy.cz/zakladni?planovani-trasy&x=14.4317644&y=50.0859707&z=15&rc=9hCqnxXvncelphpZ&rl=O%C5%98%20Praha%20II%20-%20M%C3%ADstn%C3%AD%20odd%C4%9Blen%C3%AD%20policie%20Praha%20hlavn%C3%AD%20n%C3%A1dra%C5%BE%C3%AD%2C%20Wilsonova%20300%2F8%2C%20110%2000%20%20Praha%2C%20Vinohrady&rl=U%20Obecn%C3%ADho%20domu%20660%2F3%2C%20Praha&rp=%7B%22criterion%22%3A%22turist2%22%7D&ri=0
It is easy and taxi youhld be expensive. Your Hotel is near Naměstí Republiky and it is only about 1 km.

PS: On the start, you must go through Main station, then near Jerusalem Synagogue and finally near Czech National Bank. Just next to your hotel there is a famous hotel Paříž (Paris) where took place the book I Served the King of England.

Nightbomber

08-30-2014, 09:08

Dear Daniel, will you be at Ladinek's shop on Tuesday afternoon? I hope so!

Dan-Sam

08-30-2014, 13:22

Yes, I will, sir! :salute:
Just after 17:00 - can not leave office till 16:00.

Kubajs

08-31-2014, 02:10

On the start, you must go through Main station, then near Jerusalem Synagogue and finally near Czech National Bank.
I can confirm that.
It's a pretty walk.

Nightbomber

08-31-2014, 02:48

Yes, I will, sir! :salute:
Just after 17:00 - can not leave office till 16:00.

:DSeeems the gang will fly again very soon! If Herr Oberst wishes so and has not other plans, I will be at the hotel he stays in, pick him up when he is ready and drive to the Shop around 16-17 hours.

Marechallannes

08-31-2014, 05:54

Just released the Oberst and his wife from Nürnberg.

I wish you a great gaming with him on tuesday, comrades.

Use this unique chance to meet the founder of the Aerodrome in person. :thumbsup:

Sorry again that I can't join you.

We'll meet again next year with Capronis & Lancasters. :minis:

Nightbomber

08-31-2014, 07:11

No, Sven, I hope to have you in my place in Spring 2015, old chap! With Watchdog or not (I hope with him) if you want to come and visit my place with your family I will be glad to be your host. My house is big enough. Think about it, Wingman!

Nightbomber

08-31-2014, 07:20

Dan-Sam

08-31-2014, 13:21

I think Dam Buster mission must be one of next Con missions!

Nightbomber

09-01-2014, 14:15

So here we go to meet each other again, chaps.
Tomorrow morning I am leaving for Praha and hope to be there around 13:00-14:00 hours. Will check in at Botel and go to Kings Court to wait for Herr Oberst:)

See you,
Andy.