EuroCheapo's summer Articles

Prague: Watch frisbee for free at WUCC 2010

At WUCC 2006 in Perth
At WUCC 2006 in Perth. Photo by cwalkabout.

Jul 07 Almost every five years, from 1955 until the fall of communism, Prague’s massive Strahov sporting complex hosted the regime’s Spartakiáda gatherings. Meticulously choreographed and set to song, these displays of synchronized gymnastics replaced the impassioned calisthenics shows organized by Czechoslovakia’s Sokol nationalist movement. Despite enjoying a few brief revivals, Sokol has largely faded, save for » Read more

Posted in Czech Republic, Entertainment, Events, Free Stuff, fun, Prague, Sports, summer

Stockholm: Celebrating the sunny Swedish Midsummer

Stockholm: Celebrating the sunny Swedish Midsummer

Jun 25 On December 22, 2010 in Stockholm, the sun came up at 8:44 in the morning and went down at 2:49 in the afternoon. That’s not a whole lot of daylight. At all. Today (June 25, 2010) in Stockholm, the sun came up at 3:32 in the morning and will go down at 10:09 p.m. That » Read more

Posted in Events, Festivals, fun, Local Customs, Stockholm, summer, Sweden

Florence Pools, Parks, and Beaches: Cheap ways to keep cool under the Tuscan sun

Florence Pools, Parks, and Beaches: Cheap ways to keep cool under the Tuscan sun

Jun 23 There is no reason why your Florentine holiday should feel like you’re walking on the bubbling surface of the sun. (Unless of course you are a seasoned fire walker, in which case your callused feet will feel right at home.) For all other readers, here are a few activities in Florence that will keep you » Read more

Posted in beach, Florence, Free Stuff, Italy, summer

Helsinki: Cheapo-friendly summertime attractions

Helsinki: Cheapo-friendly summertime attractions

Jun 14 Things are warming up in Helsinki (the high temperature for today, June 14, 2010, is a relatively toasty 68 °F). As summer comes to the Finnish capital, there are plenty of reasons to be outside. Where to go, you ask? Well, read on, because we’ve got you covered with some Cheapo-friendly ways to soak up » Read more

Posted in Finland, Helsinki, Local Customs, Museums, summer

Paris: Summer shopping at Le Bon Marché

Paris: Summer shopping at Le Bon Marché

Jun 07 It’s summertime and the shopping will be easy in Paris when the city-wide “Soldes d’été” (the big summer sales) kick off on Wednesday, June 30, 2010. So let’s whet the appetite with a little preparatory window-shopping at Le Bon Marché! Le Bon Marché was not only the very first department store in Paris (in fact, » Read more

Posted in Fashion, Food, France, fun, Paris, Shops, summer

Flights: Iceland Express adds routes for summer 2010

Flights: Iceland Express adds routes for summer 2010

Jun 01 Hands down, one of the most interesting airlines in Europe right now is Iceland Express, the Icelandic budget airline with brand new Reykjavik-Newark and Reykjavik-Winnipeg routes launching this week. While Newark is an obvious expansion target, Winnipeg, Canada’s seventh biggest city, located midway across the continent, may not be, not at least until one considers » Read more

Posted in Airlines, Budget Air Travel, Iceland, plane, summer, transportation

Travel Planning: Five tips for finding a cheap hotel during summer

Travel Planning: Five tips for finding a cheap hotel during summer

May 03 We’ve all been there. Your flight is booked, your itinerary is nearly finalized and now all you need to do is book your hotel rooms and your travel plans will be complete. But there’s just one small problem: It’s the summer. And you’re planning on going to, say, Paris, and are freaked out that all » Read more

Posted in Alternative Accommodations, Belgium, Bruges, Brussels, Cheap Hotels, Florence, Italy, Milan, Paris, Practical Info, summer, tips, Travel Smarts, Trip Planning, Vienna

Berlin: Four great parks for sunny weather

Berlin: Four great parks for sunny weather

Mar 30 Berlin doesn’t warm up until May, but the first signs of spring are finally bringing a rosy blush to the snow-weary city. Now that winter is officially over, Berlin’s residents are flocking to the city’s 2,500 parks and green spaces to soak up some much-needed Vitamin D. Take part in spring fever, Cheapo-style, at one » Read more

Posted in beach, Berlin, Free Stuff, fun, Germany, Local Objects, Sports, summer, walking

Innsbruck: Austria’s ultimate ski town on the cheap, year-round!

Innsbruck: Austria’s ultimate ski town on the cheap, year-round!

Mar 24 Innsbruck, Austria is a winter and summer destination for mountain lovers from all over. To take advantage of this alpine gem without burning a hole in your wallet, here are some suggestions for ultimate fun for the winter and summer. Sports Summer: Hiking is the ultimate summer sport in the Tirol valley. It’s cheap, healthy, » Read more

Posted in Austria, Bars, Entertainment, Food, fun, Local Customs, Local Objects, Nightlife, summer, tips

Prague events calendar: Festivals for 2010

Prague events calendar: Festivals for 2010

Feb 19 Planning a trip to Prague this year? One of central Europe’s most historic and picturesque capitals will mesmerize you with its charm and beauty. But it’s not all architectural oohs and ahhs—there are plenty of festivals and other events sure to enliven your experience. Check these out! FebioFest March 25-April 4, 2010 website The Czech » Read more

Posted in City Guides, Czech Republic, Entertainment, Events, Festivals, fun, Local Customs, Museums, Performance, Prague, summer, Trip Planning