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How to Become a Driver or Courier in Ostrava
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How to Become a Driver or Courier in Ostrava

Are you looking for a flexible job or a way to earn some extra money in Ostrava? Working for platforms like Bolt, Wolt, or Foodora is very popular among expats. It offers flexible working hours and a relatively quick onboarding process.
From Ostrava to the world: summer flying made easy ✈️
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From Ostrava to the world: summer flying made easy ✈️

If you live in Ostrava, your closest airport is probably closer and more useful than you think!

 A Guide to Czech Public Holidays
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A Guide to Czech Public Holidays

And Why the Supermarket Might be Closed.
Summer in Ostrava has a soundtrack
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Summer in Ostrava has a soundtrack

Long days, good music and a city that knows how to celebrate.

 Student in Ostrava? Your Wallet Will Thank You.
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Student in Ostrava? Your Wallet Will Thank You.

Everything nobody told you about student life in Ostrava. Spoiler: your wallet is going to be just fine.

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Floods information

The floods situation in the Moravian-Silesian region is slowly getting better, but a lot of roads are still under water, and the public transport is heavily impacted. Our blog post contains important information and links with more information.

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Expat Episodes #6: Liudmyla from Ukraine Blog

Expat Episodes #6: Liudmyla from Ukraine

From having to leave home, to settling down as a family of 5.

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Discover the Beauty of the Moravian-Silesian Region and Surrounding Destinations. Blog

Discover the Beauty of the Moravian-Silesian Region and Surrounding Destinations.

Summer Travel Tips for Expats

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Expat Episodes #5: Chris from England. Blog

Expat Episodes #5: Chris from England.

From Steel City to Steel Heart: a (almost) 30-Year Love Affair with Ostrava.

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Secure Your Future With The Long-Term Investment Product (DIP) Blog

Secure Your Future With The Long-Term Investment Product (DIP)

Worried about retirement? The new DIP offers employer contributions and potential tax breaks to help you build a secure future. Learn all about it in this article!

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How to Learn the Basics of First Aid: What You Should Know Blog

How to Learn the Basics of First Aid: What You Should Know

Let's explore the importance of being prepared to help in an emergency.

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Expat Episodes #4: Andrew from Ghana. Blog

Expat Episodes #4: Andrew from Ghana.

From selling African prints in 35°C to connecting cultures in -2°C.

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Expat Episodes #3: David from Belgium Blog

Expat Episodes #3: David from Belgium

From coaching kids to managing a restaurant through Corona Virus. From Ice Cream Scoops to Ostrava's Culinary Gem!

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Experiencing the Holy Week from Ostrava: A Glimpse into Spanish Traditions Blog

Experiencing the Holy Week from Ostrava: A Glimpse into Spanish Traditions

Let's talk about Easter in the Canary Islands! I'm Sheila, I am a marketing student from Spain, and I am currently doing my internship at the Ostrava Expats Centre.

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