Travel formalities have been reduced to a minimum. The Czech Republic has visa-free arrangements with most European countries, the U.S.A. and some other countries. Dozens of new border crossing points have been opened. Thanks to its geographical position in the centre of Europe, the Czech Republic has very good transportation links with countries all over the world.

The Czech Republic´s international airport is at Prague-Ruzyně. The country has a well-developed system of train and bus services, including international links.

Road traffic regulations and signs are the same as those in most European countries. There is a solid network of highways and freeways of the international European E type and an adequate number of gas stations, service stations and repair facilities.

Renting a car, with or without a driver, is possible from a variety of car rental companies including HERZ, AVIS, TILDEN, BUDGET etc.

What to see?

• A colourful mosaic of natural scenery and rarities, caves, sandstone rocks, canyons and fairy tale scener
• Lakes and mountains - all the year round holiday destinations (The Giant Mts. and the Šumava mts., 20 mountain ranges suitable for winter sports, hiking and climbing, lakes and fishponds for summer recreation)
• The most famous mineral springs in spa towns
• Architectural treasures everywhere, 350 castles and chateaux with valuable art collections, 40,000 historical monuments
• Plenty of first-class music and theatre festivals, as well as folk festivals featuring traditional folk songs, dances and costumes in genuine rustic settings
• 5 cities listed in the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage
• Various international exhibitions and fairs