Last month the JayWay crew gathered in Venice, arriving by plane, train and automobile, for a combined all-hands meeting and research visit. After several years of research visits there, for the 2012 season we are adding Venice to the JayWay destination line-up and yet another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many … Read More
Croatia is a timeless country with something for everyone and is one of our most popular summer vacation destinations. Its mix of rich history, breathtaking nature, endless coastline, classic architecture, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine and warm climate make it a holiday paradise. Its geography means there is abundant coastline and … Read More
With the sun coming up on a glorious, if slightly bracing October Saturday morning, we bundled into the rented car and headed West out of Prague, to Plzeň (Pilsen in German). Getting there By road the journey takes between 80 and 90 minutes. We went by car because I’d rented … Read More
You’re thousands of miles from home and you get a sudden urge for a Tootsie Roll. Or a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. Or a Payday. Or some Milk Duds. If you happen to be in Prague, you’re in luck – all you need to do is pop down to the … Read More
An introduction to Czech food Prague’s status as a cosmopolitan capital city means that there’s plenty of variety when it comes to cuisines but it would be a shame to visit Prague and not try any classic Czech dishes. Here’s our guide to some things you’ll find on the menu … Read More
Karlovy Vary or Carlsbad in German, is the Czech Republic’s longest established spa town. It was founded by Charles IV, the over-achieving King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor who has a bridge named after him in Prague.
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival of music, dance and theater is in full voice and gives visitors to Dubrovnik as well as locals a hefty dose of culture at various venues in the city every night until the 25th of August. The festival is celebrating its 61st Anniversary this year, having … Read More
Updated January 2020 The Czech Republic is well known for having the highest per-capita consumption of beer in the world and is famous for inventing the Pilsner style of lager but there’s more to Czech beer than the big four breweries. Over the past few years a movement towards microbreweries … Read More
If you’re looking to take a break from soaking up the atmosphere and history in the Slovenian capital, our day trips from Ljubljana offer a wide variety of options, including several new additions to the line-up this year. Most of our excursions from Ljubljana are with a private driver, so … Read More
Last week we shared some tips for some cultural rainy days diversions in Prague. This week we turn to more practical matters – shopping, working out, and relaxing. Get the shopping done The past decade has seen a huge number of shopping malls built in the city and whilst there’s … Read More