Friday, July 30, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Prague Day 4
Not much happening today. Went and looked at the flat for rent. I'd be sharing it with a Russian girl and her Irish boyfriend, and another girl. The building is of neo-renaissance style, very charming, with the usual high ceilings and giant wood windows. It's next door to Caesars Palace Prague http://travel.nextag.com/Caesar-Palace-Hotel-610527590/hotel-information-html, and just up the street from Frank Gehry's Dancing House http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_House. It's a definite possibility. I'll decide over the weekend, since I'd like to explore the area a bit more, check out the local grocery store, gym, etc.
I'm impressed with the service I've received in a few food places. When I had my morning cappuccino today, the clerk placed my cup in a pretty tray about 5x7", which included a lid for the cup, a napkin, a tiny spoon and 2 packets of sugar. After I'm done, they place a new one for the next customer. I thought it was a nice touch, and a far cry from the Tim Horton's drive through where you're literally just another number. I should have taken a photo. Maybe next time. Also, when I had lunch today, the server wiped the water from the table (that came from my water bottle) before she set down my lunch. They bring you cutlery, napkins, butter, cream, etc in a little wicker basket. I thought that was cute too.
Tesco and Datart (where I bought a few things like a hair dryer, battery charger, and adaptor) are a whole different ball game from what I am used to. Again, unlike Walmart and Tim Horton's where you're rushed through the queue as fast as they can move you, the clerks in these stores are seated, sometimes at a desk with a chair for the client to sit in as well. No one seems to be in a hurry. Not what I am used to, but I certainly appreciate it. Only 2 photos today, I'll post them later. Now: I need a nap. Over and out!!
I'm impressed with the service I've received in a few food places. When I had my morning cappuccino today, the clerk placed my cup in a pretty tray about 5x7", which included a lid for the cup, a napkin, a tiny spoon and 2 packets of sugar. After I'm done, they place a new one for the next customer. I thought it was a nice touch, and a far cry from the Tim Horton's drive through where you're literally just another number. I should have taken a photo. Maybe next time. Also, when I had lunch today, the server wiped the water from the table (that came from my water bottle) before she set down my lunch. They bring you cutlery, napkins, butter, cream, etc in a little wicker basket. I thought that was cute too.
Tesco and Datart (where I bought a few things like a hair dryer, battery charger, and adaptor) are a whole different ball game from what I am used to. Again, unlike Walmart and Tim Horton's where you're rushed through the queue as fast as they can move you, the clerks in these stores are seated, sometimes at a desk with a chair for the client to sit in as well. No one seems to be in a hurry. Not what I am used to, but I certainly appreciate it. Only 2 photos today, I'll post them later. Now: I need a nap. Over and out!!
Prague Day 3
Or is that day 2? Day 3 if I count Tuesday. Still not sleeping well. I wake up after about 4 hours and cannot go back to sleep. I'm not stressing out too much about it. I'll keep drinking lots of water, taking melatonin, and getting outside in the fresh air. I'm also trying to adhere to a sleep schedule so I am sure it will work itself out. Haven't went running since I arrived, and I am not sure I will today since I'm so tired, and plan on doing a fair bit of walking this afternoon. Maybe tomorrow ...
I'm looking at a flat today. One of the teachers at the school has a place. It's in the city center, which has advantages and disadvantgages. I'll be centrally located, which is great, because I can get to most places on foot, but I'll be in the thick of tourist activity; and while there will be plenty of shops nearby, I'll probably pay more for everything. I guess I'll need to see the place before I can decide.
Still have some shopping to do. I picked up tea yesterday, as well as yogurt, eggs, cereal and orange juice. (also grabbed milk, but got fermented milk by mistake, YUCK!!) OH!! They have Smarties and KitKat here - the only forms of chocolate I've recognized so far ...
That's all for now, folks. Have a great day, and I'll post more photos soon :)
I'm looking at a flat today. One of the teachers at the school has a place. It's in the city center, which has advantages and disadvantgages. I'll be centrally located, which is great, because I can get to most places on foot, but I'll be in the thick of tourist activity; and while there will be plenty of shops nearby, I'll probably pay more for everything. I guess I'll need to see the place before I can decide.
Still have some shopping to do. I picked up tea yesterday, as well as yogurt, eggs, cereal and orange juice. (also grabbed milk, but got fermented milk by mistake, YUCK!!) OH!! They have Smarties and KitKat here - the only forms of chocolate I've recognized so far ...
That's all for now, folks. Have a great day, and I'll post more photos soon :)
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Well, I am here.
Finally arrived in Prague after a long an uneventful (thank God) flight. Had no trouble getting through immigration/customs, and all my luggage arrived on time and in tact. My ride picked me up at the airport and dropped me at my flat, on schedule. Managed to head down to the Andel shopping center and pick up an adaptor so I could use my laptop, grab a sandwich, and some water - that's just about everything a girl needs at this point. Thank God I brought a Big Turk bar from Toronto, because I needed a chocolate fix, and was far too tired to sift through all the strange and delicious looking chocolate and other goodies at Tesco. I spotted a Mark's and Spencer; I'll be checking that out soon enough too.
Going out today with my flatmate Simona. She's from Sicily, and made the best cafe au lait this morning. My first breakfast in Prague consisted of italian coffee and a lemon/cheese danish; how European!! I don't have a lot of photos as yet, but that will change after today, I am sure, and I will post them as soon as I figure it out. Oddly, Blogger and Youtube have been displaying in Czech and it will take me awhile to change the settings (if I can).
Going out today with my flatmate Simona. She's from Sicily, and made the best cafe au lait this morning. My first breakfast in Prague consisted of italian coffee and a lemon/cheese danish; how European!! I don't have a lot of photos as yet, but that will change after today, I am sure, and I will post them as soon as I figure it out. Oddly, Blogger and Youtube have been displaying in Czech and it will take me awhile to change the settings (if I can).
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