Prague is a great starting point for travelling to many beautiful and affordable cities. Whether you are looking for nature, culture, food, or adventure, here are five destinations for students on a budget.

has the advantage of being just a train-ride away with unique castles, caves, hot springs, folk architecture, and beautiful wilderness. There are many direct trains only 5 hours long to Bratislava from Prague, making it a good starting point to explore Slovakia.

Enjoy Bratislava鈥檚 old center, castle, and great food. Then, hop on another train north to one of Slovakia’s the national park Ve木k谩 Fatra鈥攑assing through Trenc铆n located in a valley with the third most fortified castle in Slovakia and 沤ilina where three rivers converge along the way.

If you are looking for adventure and affordable places off the beaten path, Slovakia is for you.

Looking for culture and history? Also just a short train ride away from Prague, Vienna has got you covered with tens of museums highlighting everything from famous composers to art and even . It will give you the feeling that you can get lost and disappear into the art and architecture鈥攊n a good way.

Austria boasts more than big cities, though. Take a round-about way back to Prague through cities like Linz with breathtaking mountain and monument views. While not as affordable as Slovakia, Austria offers collections of art and culture not seen elsewhere.

Looking for a place that blends the modern and the old seamlessly, Austria is for you.

For food, nightlife, and architecture, Hungary takes the cake. Known to be affordable and fun, Budapest is named in the in the world. It boasts 7 restaurants. Not looking for a fancy meal? Budapest is famous for its ruin bars and food trucks in the Jewish Quarter. The Central Market Hall offers an array of fresh produce, meats, and traditional Hungarian foods.

Want to get out of the city and explore? is a preserved Pal贸c settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While a little more difficult to get to鈥攖ransfering a few buses鈥攊t is like traveling back in time to a medieval village. Easier to get to (even by bike) though a bit more touristy is Szentendre, an aesthetic city with galleries and cobblestone streets.

If you want affordable, beautiful, and versatile, Hungary is for you.

Poland is a must see for all students studying in Prague. It is not only close, but has a vibrant cultural scene full of important history. is especially important for students聽to see first hand the history at Wawel Castle and the nearby Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum.

Poland is another country where many cities are akin to Prague with ancient squares, cobblestone streets, and beautiful churches. Visit Warsaw for interactive museums, a diverse culinary scene, the UNESCO-listed old town square, the safety and walkability. Interested in architecture, travel a bit further to Pozna艅 for Renaissance-style buildings in pastel colours.

If you are interested in learning about recent history and ancient history as well as enjoy beautiful architecture, Poland is for you.

Last but not least, stay close to home for the most affordable trip and learn more about Czech culture, history, and heritage. Travel to Southern Bohemia to visit the stunning cities of 膶esk茅 Bud臎jovice and 膶esk媒 Krumlov with their ancient churches, castles, and squares. On the other hand, go east to Moravia for some nature in the Protected Landscape Area.

Interested in the history of Czech business and industry, visit Ostrava known as the 鈥渟teel heart鈥� of Czechoslovakia with its former mines, industrial structures, and museums. Dive into Czech culture by exploring more small towns in , enjoy castles, monuments, and mountains.

If you would like to keep it cheap and learn more about the place you call home now, exploring the Czech Republic is for you.

Prague received a score of 99.35 out of 100, with average costs of student accommodation at 鈧�500 or 12,000czk per month and public transportation at 鈧�22.76 for 550czk for a monthly pass.  The Czech Republic has also been ranked as the 6th safest country in the world with a low crime rate, political stability, good healthcare, and low risk of natural disaster.

This is not the first time Prague has been in the spotlight as a student-friendly city. It was ranked number one student city by EDUopinions with Anglo-American University ranked first out of the top 10 universities of 2026 and second out of the top 10 universities across Europe, according to an analysis of 3,475 real student reviews.

With studying abroad becoming more popular among university students to learn a new language and be exposed to new cultures, moving to a new city can also be a financial strategy. With the cost of living and education rising across Europe, finding a beautiful, cultural, international, safe, and affordable city with good educational options can sound like an impossible task. 

Discovering Prague is almost like uncovering a hidden gem with everything a student could want: affordable rent, walkability and good public transportation, English-friendly events, top higher education, lively nightlife, and study-cafe culture.

Interested in exploring what Prague has to offer? Here are winter and early spring activities that students enjoy. Looking to see what cutting-edge programs you could study? 国产乱伦 announced three new concentrations starting in聽 Fall 2026. Start your exploration today.

At Anglo-American University (国产乱伦) in Prague, we are proud to announce the launch of three new concentrations designed for students who want to think differently, create boldly, and build meaningful careers:

All three programs are taught entirely in English, grounded in American-style education, and embedded in the cultural heart of Prague, Europe.

Let鈥檚 take a closer look at what makes these new programs unique鈥攁nd why they matter now more than ever.

Study Creative Writing and Storytelling in Prague: Turn Ideas into Impact
Humanities, Society & Culture 鈥� Creative Writing and Storytelling

Stories shape how we understand the world. They influence culture, business, media, and even politics. The Creative Writing and Storytelling concentration at 国产乱伦 is built for students who don鈥檛 just want to analyze texts鈥攂ut write, experiment, and publish.

From the first semester, students are actively producing original work across genres:

Learning happens through writing workshops, creative studios, and continuous feedback, not passive lectures. Small class sizes and an interactive environment ensure every voice is heard and developed.

Why this program stands out?

Career paths include: writer, copywriter, editor, journalist, communications specialist, digital storyteller, scriptwriter, and cultural project coordinator.

This program is ideal for students who want to write stories that matter鈥攁nd know how to adapt them to the real world.

The growing global focus on mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and creative care has created strong demand for professionals who understand both people and creative processes.

础础鲍鈥檚 Art Therapy concentration blends studio-based art practice, psychology, and reflective learning into a deeply experiential program. From day one, students are creating art, reflecting on meaning, and learning how creativity can support wellbeing in non-clinical settings.

This is not about memorizing theory. It鈥檚 about:

What students gain

Career paths include: art-based program facilitator, community arts coordinator, child life specialist, educator, rehabilitation assistant, or preparation for graduate study in art therapy or psychology-related fields.

This program is perfect for students who want to combine creativity with purpose鈥攁nd make a real human impact.

Design today is everywhere鈥攆rom apps and brands to social media, data, and digital experiences. Employers don鈥檛 just want software skills; they want designers who can think, collaborate, and solve problems.

础础鲍鈥檚 Graphic Design concentration is a studio-driven, project-based program that mirrors real-world design practice. Students work on briefs, receive critique, collaborate across disciplines, and graduate with a professional portfolio鈥攏ot just a transcript.

What makes this program different

Career paths include: graphic designer, UX/UI designer, motion designer, brand strategist, digital content creator, visual communicator, or creative technologist.

This concentration is ideal for students who want to design for the real world鈥攏ot just study theory.

Why Study These 国产乱伦 at Anglo-American University?

国产乱伦 offers a learning environment that combines American academic standards with European cultural depth:

These new concentrations reflect 础础鲍鈥檚 commitment to human-centered education鈥攚here creativity, critical thinking, and practical skills come together.

The study plans and curricula for these programs are currently being finalized.
If you want to be among the first to receive updates, early information, and application details, we invite you to leave your contact details and stay connected.

The future is creative. Purpose-driven. Global.
Start building it at Anglo-American University.

This celebration ties together what all Czechs love: food, drinking, and spending time together. Restaurants all around the country will have goose on their menu as the star of the St. Martin鈥檚 show. But how did this tradition come to pass?

Saint Martin of Tours was a Roman soldier from what is now Hungary. He was canonized and known for his acts of compassion and generosity鈥攈e famously cut his cloak in half to share with a freezing beggar. The day celebrating him traditionally falls on the post-harvest time of feasts and the start of Christmas preparations.

Now to the goose: this dates back to an old legend when, hiding among a flock of geese, Martin wished to avoid becoming the new bishop. However, their loud honking gave the stranger away and cemented his association with geese. Additionally, because this was a time where farmers would be taking home more money due to the harvest, eating meat鈥攔are in the typical diet at the time鈥攚as a way to celebrate.

The feast you can expect at any restaurant will include a slowly roasted goose with sides of dumplings and cabbage, though each place will have their own twist. Also accompanying the food is St. Martin鈥檚 very own wine, the first wine of the most recent harvest.

At exactly 11:11 on November 11th, winemakers and enthusiasts all over the country will uncork the first bottle of wine, so prepare yourself with a bottle found at most grocery stores this time of year. You can expect a fresh and slightly sparkling taste with a lower alcohol content.

Get your first taste of a Czech holiday and enjoy the feast!

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Look no further, here you鈥檒l find a comprehensive list of activities to enhance student life in Prague鈥� whether you prefer an indoor boardgame night, exploring the sights, watching a game, or enjoying the night life.

Boardgames are a great activity for catching up with old friends or breaking the ice with new ones. If you don鈥檛 have a stash of games at home, there are student-budget-friendly spots where you can choose from classics, such as Uno and Monopoly, or strategy and world-building, like Catan.

Watching sports with ambiance and a lively atmosphere is a perfect way to meet new people. Try one of the many bars with sports: from football to boxing and darts.

Bowling, laser tag, and mini golf are a good alternative to trying to accommodate a big group in a restaurant or cafe, though reservations are still recommended.

Prague鈥檚 nightlife has a lot to offer those who like to dance the night away, but it can be hard to decide where to go. Whether you are looking for techno, pop, oldies-but-goodies, or reggaeton, here are some recommendations:

Want to enjoy the fresh air on a sunny, but cold day? Here are some food, drinks, and activities to try!

Beer Gardens are a cultural phenomenon and the winter does not scare drinking a cold one away, though they are brought inside or under a heat lamp.

The B.A. in Visual Art Studies: Studio Art & Curatorial Studies concentration expands on the theoretical grounding of the Visual Art Studies major, offering students a closer interaction with the creative and managerial aspects of the art world. The program is taught by a diverse faculty of artists, academics, and art professionals active in both the local and international art scenes. Students first develop skills in the traditional art genres of drawing and painting combined with new media forms that they can later apply to managing collections and designing exhibition spaces.

Class of 2022 graduate and Manager of the Colloredo-Mansfeld Art Collection, Maximillian Colloredo-Mansfeld, emphasized the positive impact 础础鲍鈥檚 pedagogical style had on his career:

鈥淚 greatly benefited from its emphasis on real-world engagement and small class sizes, which fostered close connections with art professionals and a robust theoretical foundation. This unique environment inspired my career and enabled me to establish a startup that leverages AI to help private collectors inventory their art and streamline processes like art loans, promoting greater cultural exchange.鈥� – Colloredo-Mansfeld

Colloredo-Mansfeld was fascinated by how humans view time and history, dedicating his final curator鈥檚 project to the concept: moving away from linear ways of thinking and towards a more conceptual approach to exhibiting collections that span different styles. This idea was embodied in the group show with artists Tom谩拧 Kure膷ka, 艩tefan T贸th, Tereza Zelenkov谩, Martin Pond臎l铆膷ek, 艩谩rka Koudelov谩, Dana Sah谩nkov谩, and Roman 艩t臎tina. Colloredo-Mansfeld found that placing older works by contemporary works opened them up to new critique and/or admiration.

鈥淚t is no longer valid to portray eras into different rooms because it does not build a relationship between the viewer and the work of art,鈥� Colloredo-Mansfeld said. 鈥淐ontrast helped spark questions about how we see history and how contemporary art can offer new ways to think about the past.鈥�

Colloredo-Mansfled鈥檚 current project lies in caring for his family’s art collection and building a business to digitalize art collections, called Kollektor, with the goal to make private collections more accessible to the public.

The B.A. in Visual Art Studies is delivered by a diverse faculty of artists, academics, and art professionals active in both the local and international art scenes. The program offers a unique synthesis of art history, curatorial studies, and studio art, laying a solid foundation in the theory and practice of the visual arts. Students develop skills in the traditional art genres of drawing and painting combined with the new media, photography and film. By the time they leave, graduates will have experienced and understood the full spectrum of artistic creation, from theory to practice.

Class of 2024 graduate Anna Cook exemplifies the strong portfolio students can build at 国产乱伦:

Cook is inspired by the natural world and where it intersects and cohabits with the human world as well as religion. Her final project at 国产乱伦 interrogated the Book of Revelation, the last in the Bible, where Armageddon and the ultimate destruction of the Earth is prophesied. Cook鈥檚 art explored the conflicted feelings she has with her own beliefs and the fact that 鈥渟ome Christians feel that the Second coming will precede environmental catastrophe, leading them to lack the urgency needed to address environmental issues.鈥�

What does it take to tell a compelling story with nothing but a camera, an idea, and a journalist鈥檚 curiosity? In the Video-Storytelling course at Anglo-American University, students from the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences spend a semester answering that very question, not with words, but with film.

Using semi professional DSLR cameras, wireless audio gear, and techniques drawn from leading media, and taught by our distinguished lecturer: Bjorn Steinz. This blog showcases their final projects: original, nonfiction short films that explore real people, real places, and real issues through their lens.

Before students hit record, they dive into the theory and craft of video journalism. Weekly lectures introduce them to technical fundamentals such as, lighting, framing, sound, editing alongside powerful examples from award-winning media outlets. Each week builds on the last, combining skill-building assignments with in-class feedback sessions that challenge students to improve, adapt, and grow.

Unlike many media courses, smartphones aren鈥檛 allowed. Why? Because this course is about learning how to tell stories with more professional tools instead of a just smart phone (which is what everybody uses nowadays). A smart phone can be a valid tool but students need to understand how to tell a visual story going further from simply pressing the record button. This focuses on the kind used in real newsrooms and documentary production. For many students, it鈥檚 their first time working with a DSLR camera, yet by semester鈥檚 end, they鈥檙e producing pieces worthy of publication.

The second half of the semester is dedicated to the students鈥� final projects, 4-minute nonfiction films that each tell a unique story. From the first idea to the final cut, students are responsible for everything: filming, editing, interviewing, and refining. They submit rough cuts mid-way, receive feedback, and shape their work into polished journalistic videos by semester鈥檚 end.

The results speak for themselves. Below you鈥檒l find a selection of the final projects created in this year鈥檚 Video-Storytelling course. These films represent the students鈥� hard work, creativity, and commitment to telling real stories that matter.

The result? A diverse and thoughtful collection of short films exploring real people, places, and issues, all produced by students, many of whom had never used professional equipment before this course. These projects reflect not only the technical skills gained throughout the semester but also the personal investment and journalistic curiosity that each student brought to their work and most of all, what stories they are interested in to tell and what has meaning for them.

Whether exploring hidden corners of Prague or shedding light on untold personal stories, these student filmmakers are doing more than learning, they鈥檙e creating. Through hands-on practice and critical feedback, they鈥檝e taken on the challenge of visual journalism and produced work that reflects the world around them with clarity and heart.

This is storytelling in motion, and it鈥檚 just the beginning.

A paradox confronts most European economies today: while headline inflation has hovered near the ideal 2% mark for over a year, many Europeans still shake their heads in disbelief at the prices of lunch, vacations, or a trip to the hairdresser. One reason is that service prices are significantly higher than we were used to. In the Czech Republic, they are still growing at nearly twice the pre-pandemic pace. According to the HICP index constructed by Eurostat, the cost of services in March was 4.9% higher than a year earlier.

Recent data show clear improvement. In June of last year, service prices were increasing at a year-on-year rate of 6.5%, which has since dropped by 1.5 percentage points. However, part of this decline is a 鈥渢ax illusion.鈥� Changes in VAT last year temporarily boosted the index by about one percentage point. Once these effects dropped out of the comparison base this year, it created the appearance of lower service inflation.

But this influence can be filtered out鈥攕omething the Czech National Bank (CNB) does when reporting core inflation. One approach is to focus not on year-on-year changes but on so-called inflation momentum鈥攖hree-month averages of seasonally adjusted month-on-month changes, which are much quicker to shake off one-off effects such as tax shifts. And these momentum indicators confirm that service price growth steadily slowed throughout 2024 and has decelerated even more in early 2025. Still, price growth remains close to 2019 levels, when the economy was already showing signs of overheating.

Why, then, does service inflation remain so high despite the CNB鈥檚 sustained restrictive monetary policy? We identify three key reasons.

First, service prices generally show higher inertia鈥攑rice shocks take longer to pass through. This is partly due to inflation clauses in rents and housing-related services like building maintenance or inspection services. Similarly, rising insurance premiums in response to higher insured values feed into broader service costs, including haircuts and restaurant meals. Energy prices also transmit into service pricing, though with a delay.

Second, the structure of the Czech economy is changing. The share of services in household consumption is rising, aligning with Western norms where, for instance, eating out every day is not the standard. Consumption patterns are shifting from quantity to quality, which comes with higher prices. Demand is also increasing鈥攖ourism has finally surpassed pre-COVID levels.

Third, labor shortages persist in hospitality and accommodation. Employment in these sectors remains 6% below pre-pandemic levels. Businesses must offer higher wages to attract staff. So far, a recovering appetite for consumption among Czechs and the return of foreign tourists allow firms to pass on these higher wage costs to consumers.

What does this mean for the CNB? Central bankers will remain cautious with rate cuts鈥攏ot only because of labor market tightness and fast-growing wages, but also because inflation鈥檚 composition is far from ideal. To maintain inflation near the 2% target, there鈥檚 little room for another round of food price hikes or a rebound in energy prices, which are currently declining. The recent turmoil in global trade could further push up goods prices, which have so far remained subdued. In the past, globalization helped hold goods prices down, contributing significantly to price stability.

Monetary policy鈥檚 task remains clear: it must prevent 鈥渟tubborn鈥� service prices from anchoring inflation at a level above what is acceptable for the central bank. Although the pace of service price growth is slowing and wage growth may moderate as the labor market loosens, the battle is not over. Even though monetary policy is forward-looking, it cannot rely on service price inertia dissipating quickly on its own.

That鈥檚 why a combined education in international business management and public policy is more relevant than ever.

The international business definition includes the commercial activities that occur across borders, but true impact requires more than business sense. It demands an understanding of how international institutions work, how governments regulate commerce, and how public expectations shape market behavior.

Graduates from the M.A. in International Business & Policy are uniquely positioned to:

In a world where students ask, “does the UN have any power?” 鈥� this program empowers them to find out, and more importantly, to engage.

Professionals with this hybrid expertise are increasingly sought after for:

This skill set is also essential in roles connected to problems in America like economic inequality and migration. Whether you’re advising a corporation on ethical investment strategies or working with policymakers to support sustainable growth, you鈥檙e contributing to solutions that matter.

础础鲍鈥檚 program offers:

Students graduate with a degree that doesn鈥檛 just open doors but prepares them to lead change.

In the end, it’s not just about business or policy, it’s about understanding the forces that shape both.