We arrived in Prague in the early evening and headed for our hotel, the Eurostar David (http://www.eurostarsdavid.com/EN/hotel.html). We had had the pleasure of staying here before and enjoy not only the charming facilities but its location. The hotel is housed in a refurbished 19th century palace and is only minutes walk for all the sights.
We really enjoy Prague not only for its beauty but for the family that reside in the area. Prague is a beautiful city and since the fall of the communism, Prague has become a popular tourist destination. I have read that it is the sixth most-visited European city after London, Paris, Rome, Madrid and Berlin. One of the things that makes Prague so unique is the fact that it suffered considerably less damage during World War II than some other major cities in the region, allowing most of its historic architecture to stay remain intact.
There are a lot of things to see and we explored the Old Town (Staré Město) with its Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock (Orloj) on Old Town Square, Charles Bridge (Karlův Most), New Town (Nové město) Wenceslas Square, Prague Castle (Pražský hrad - the largest castle in the world) with its St. Vitus Cathedral, the Lennon Wall, The Dancing House (my father hates this modern building in contrast to the Renaissance and Gothis architecture),
We missed seeing the Josefov (the old Jewish quarter) with Old Jewish Cemetery and Old New Synagogue on this trip however we did visit on our last.
Spending time in Prague is always very exciting. Our first day, we decided to take a walk and take in the architecture and people watch. Early in the walk, my son, Griffin noticed that he lost his wallet. He was not a happy camper as he had a bit of spending money that he really didn’t care to part with in this manner. Later we surmised that he was probably subject to a shrewd pick pocket. We determined this only after my father had both of his wallets lifted later that evening. What a fun day.
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Tips for a Avoiding Pickpockets
If you like to travel, you should be aware of how to avoid a pickpocket. These sneaky men and women are active in major cities across the globe.
If you do need to stop, don’t do it in a crowded area. This is just begging a pickpocket to bump into you and dip his hand into your pocket. Instead, try to pause in an open area where anyone approaching you will be very visible. Putting your back against a wall is also a good tactic.
Beware Of Crowds
Pickpockets love areas like elevators, subway trains and buses – anywhere where people are packed together in close quarters. Keep that in mind when traveling, and avoid crowds when possible. If you do have to get in a crowd, make sure any valuables are kept directly in your hand.
Avoid Pockets
A good rule of thumb is to avoid placing anything of value in an outside pocket on your purse, jacket, pants or suitcase. No matter how careful you may be, pickpockets are incredibly skilled at their “profession.”
Don’t Make Things Easy
If you have to carry a backpack, make sure to carry it across your body. If it’s on your back, a pickpocket will be able to open it without you seeing it. If you have a purse with a zipper, make sure to keep your hand placed over the entry point.
Money Belts
Money belts are worn under your clothing and allow you to store cash and other valuables. They are an excellent way to thwart pickpockets. Just be sure that you aren’t constantly revealing it in public. Even a money belt can be stolen by a skilled and inventive thief.
Prepare For The Worst
Even with the best preparation, you might still find yourself the victim of a pickpocket. You should prepare for this possibility before leaving home. Make a copy of important documents and leave them with a friend. If things go wrong, they can fax you the needed information. This should include:
•Credit card contact info
•Tickets and travel reservation numbers
•Passport
•Reservations for your hotel
You can also send yourself an email with all your important contact numbers to call in case you’re robbed. This will allow you to access the information from any computer in the world.
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