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We’re ‘bakery tourists’ who travel the world looking for the ultimate pastry — here are the best spots
New York Post
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June 25, 2025
A mom and daughter travel the world in search of the ultimate pastry — and say their favorite is a hot cross bun croissant at their local bakery. Jessica Morgan-Helliwell, 26, and her mother, Louise Church, 48, are ‘Bakery Tourists’ — trying posh...
SUMMER 2025: NEW TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS ACROSS EUROPE
Tourism Review
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For those charting summer vacations in 2025, a growing list of newly implemented travel restrictions may be worth noting – potentially impacting your wallet or even your legal standing. From beach attire considerations to photography regulations,...
Explore the world of Asian, British tea from this Czech Village bakery
The Gazette - Iowa
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The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. CEDAR RAPIDS — A Cedar Rapids baker is finding a new avenue for therapy. What started at Anh’s Bread Therapy in NewBo City Market in May 2024 reopened...
Robotic Bar in Prague: Inside the City’s High-Tech Cocktail Bar
Prague Morning
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June 25, 2025
What started as a bold experiment in Prague’s city center has now become a popular stop for tourists and locals looking for a different kind of drink experience. When the Robotic Bar opened a few years ago, its goal was simple: to change how...
Czech repatriation flight heads to Israel as conflict with Iran escalates
Radio Prague International
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June 16, 2025
A repatriation flight is being sent on Monday to evacuate Czech citizens from Israel, where they registered with the embassy in Tel Aviv. For security reasons, the Foreign Ministry has not disclosed further details. Several other Czechs are...
UN Tourism Launches the “Safe Destinations Challenge” to Strengthen Tourism Resilience in Europe and Beyond
Hospitality Net
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June 25, 2025
The Safe Destinations Challenge aims to protect both tourism destinations and the people who inhabit and visit them. Over the past 50 years, Europe has faced more than 1,700 climate, fire, weather, and water-related hazards resulting in over...
Czech Republic to send repatriation flight for citizens in Israel
Xinhua News Agency
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PRAGUE, June 15 (Xinhua) -- The Czech Republic will send a repatriation flight on Monday to bring home its citizens from Israel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Sunday. "We help Czechs abroad who cannot return home due to the security...
Czechia to send evacuation flight for citizens in Israel, warns against travel to region
Radio Prague International
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June 15, 2025
Czechia will send a repatriation flight on Monday for its citizens in Israel, the Foreign Ministry announced on social platform X. Those wishing to board must register with the Czech Embassy in Tel Aviv. In addition, several Czech citizens are...
Vietnam boosts tourism ties with Poland through cultural diplomacy efforts
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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June 24, 2025
Deputy Minister Ho An Phong strengthens Vietnam–Poland tourism relations, highlighting cultural promotion, visa facilitation, and strategic collaboration initiatives. On 21st June (local time), in Warsaw, Poland, as part of a working trip to...
More than half a million Czechs struggle with transport poverty
Radio Prague International
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June 25, 2025
Nestled in picturesque countryside northeast of Rokycany in the Pilsen region, the village of Vejvanov is home to some 300 residents. Nela Krocová, who lives there with her extended family says she is happy with country life, but getting where she...
Deadly viral disease infecting thousands of travelers at four popular destinations
The Mirror US
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June 25, 2025
Those preparing to vacation in Europe this summer have been warned about a deadly viral disease rapidly spreading across four countries popular among tourists. An uptick of hepatitis A has been reported in four European countries that might be on...
Czechia to Send Evacuation Flight for Citizens in Israel
Prague Morning
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June 15, 2025
The Czech government will dispatch a repatriation flight from Israel to Prague on Monday, following escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The Foreign Ministry confirmed the mission in a statement on Sunday, citing growing security concerns...
One of Europe’s cheapest holiday destinations is getting major £1.1billion airport upgrade
The Sun
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June 24, 2025
PRAGUE airport is due to get a £1.1billion upgrade over the next decade with terminal expansions and a new train station. Václav Havel Airport in Prague, Czech Republic, is undergoing a huge modernisation project set to be completed in the...
The GRU’s Travel Agent: Slutsky Arranged Moscow Trip for Robert Fico’s Advisor
Vsquare
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June 25, 2025
The “James Bond-like” Russian Duma politician Leonid Slutsky and his Russian Peace Foundation helped arrange the Moscow visit of David Lindtner, a close ally to and advisor of Robert Fico, our investigation has found. Slutsky and his foundation...
ra15 revitalizes Prague Airport's Terminal 3, blending elegance and functionality
World Architecture Community
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June 24, 2025
Prague-based architecture studio ra15 has revitalized Prague Airport's Terminal 3, maintaining the architectural integrity of the original 1990s building, showcasing elements of postmodern design. A visitor's initial image of a nation is...
Few flights, high fares await Israeli travelers this summer
Globes
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June 25, 2025
After two weeks of restrictions on air traffic because of Operation Rising Lion against Iran, Ben Gurion, Ramon and Haifa airports are returning to full activity. The Israel Airports Authority announced yesterday evening that the limitations on...
Czechs to board Slovak evacuation flight from Jordan, foreign ministry issues new travel warnings
Radio Prague International
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June 15, 2025
Several Czech citizens will fly from Amman to Bratislava on Monday aboard a Slovak repatriation flight, Foreign Ministry spokesman Daniel Drake told the Czech News Agency. The Czech ministry is keeping its list of evacuees up to date and remains...
'We travel the world to new bakery every week - unusual hot cross bun is our favourite'
The Mirror
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June 24, 2025
A mother and daughter duo have embarked on a sweet adventure, scouring the globe for the ultimate pastry experience as self-proclaimed 'Bakery Tourists'. From Australia to Prague and Marrakech, Jessica Morgan-Helliwell, 26, and Louise Church, 48,...
Israel reopens skies for air travel, returns international airport to full operation
The Times of Israel
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June 24, 2025
Israel reopened its skies for air travel on Tuesday night after the Home Front Command lifted all restrictions on gatherings as a fragile ceasefire with Iran appeared to take hold. Israel’s main international Ben Gurion Airport and other airports...
10 Czech Talents to Watch Highlight an Industry Growing in International Reach and Ambition
Variety
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June 24, 2025
It’s been more than half a century since the Czech New Wave heralded the arrival of a fresh cinematic movement in the former Czechoslovakia. Today’s rising talents — from diverse backgrounds, working across a range of styles and media — showcase...