“Is Poland a safe country?” Right before I came to Poland for the first-time last May, this was the first thing an acquaintance asked me. While this question was certainly related to the recently started war between Russia and Ukraine, I find that many people view Poland as a country full of dangerous mafia men, with…
Poland’s beaches are not usually the first thing thought of when considering what to do in Poland. People typically think of Mediterranean or Greek beaches when deciding a place to go swimming. And while the water in those destinations might be warmer than in Poland, Poland still has stunning beaches that are a worth a…
Warsaw, the capital of Poland, found on the banks of the Vistula River, and at the true heart of Poland, is definitely worth visiting because it has something to offer for everyone. Why is Warsaw worth visiting? For many reasons, Warsaw received a record number of votes in winning the European Travel Destination of the…
While Warsaw might be the 2023 Europe travel destination of the year, there are certainly other cities in Poland worth seeing. One of these is Gdańsk, a beautiful seaside city in northern Poland, full of history, beautiful architecture, delicious food and drink, and relaxing sandy beaches. It is certainly possible to visit Gdańsk as a…
Are you worried about the food coming to Poland? Don’t be. Polish cuisine has a lot to offer and is some of my favorite European cuisines that I’ve had the chance to try. From a wide variety of scrumptious soups to meat dishes full of flavor, Poland has everything. Most of Poland’s cuisine is centered…
If you follow travel news like me, you may have notice that Warsaw, the capital of Poland, was recently awarded the prestigious honor of most attractive tourist destination in the European Best Destinations contest of 2023. Not only did Warsaw win this competition, voted on by travelers around the world, but it received a record…
When one thinks of countries that are known worldwide for their beer, Poland is not the first, second, or maybe even 15th country to come to mind. Surrounded by heavyweight beer giants like Germany and the Czech Republic, it is hard for Poland to leave its beer-guzzling neighbors’ shadows. But while vodka might be the…
Whether you are considering Poland as your main summer destination, or just a quick weekend stopover on a longer European trip, Poland is an amazing place to travel if you have limited funds! Traveling to Poland on a budget is possible for cash-strapped university students (like me) and family trips alike, in all cities, from…