by Elizabeth Ahronson, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic Day 1: Explore the Old Town and Mala Strana After you have arrived in Prague, check into your accommodation and begin by exploring the Old Town Square, the heart of the city. Admire the beautiful architecture and the Astronomical Clock, which attracts hundreds of people each hour. Enjoy a traditional Czech breakfast at one of the many cafes in the centre and maybe try a local pastry called Trdelnik (also known as Chimney Cakes).

by Elizabeth Ahronson, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic It is hard to believe that nearly a year has passed since I came back from studying abroad in Prague, which has been the best experience of my life to date. Returning home in late June when Prague was thriving with sun and tourists was bittersweet. Whilst I was excited to be close to my family again (and of course cuddle my cats), eat all the foods I missed, and eventually move back to my student house in Manchester, leaving the content, exciting life I had built whilst on my year abroad was very difficult. There may have been tears in my…