If you are looking for a European country with good Christmas traditions and events, Poland might be a good choice for you. Polish Christmas traditions range from the commonplace in other countries across Europe and the world, to unique superstitions and events that you can only find in Poland. Some traditions are based in Catholicism,…
As we near the Christmas season, and you consider a trip to Poland in the winter, you might wonder what the best Polish foods for Christmas are. Polish cuisine is all delicious and affordable, but only some of the special Polish dishes are specific for Christmas time. Also, there are some specific dishes specially made…
Poland is a country full of natural beauty, from mountains to lakes. With almost 10000 total lakes, the best lakes in Poland can be hard to choose. It is likely that wherever you travel in Poland, you will not be far from a lake. One region of Poland, Masuria, is even known as the “Land…
Poland is a very large country, and sometimes, the amazing train and bus system will not get you everywhere you want. This is where renting a car in Poland comes in, a process I found to be simple, easy, and not nearly as expensive as I initially expected! Renting a car in Poland is a…
What landmarks in Poland are worth visiting? When you think of France, you think of the Eiffel Tower, or Mt. Fuji for Japan. Poland does not have as distinctive as a landmark as those countries. But there are many landmarks in Poland that are 100% worth visiting. Many of these landmarks are within major cities…
Zakopane is one of the most popular cities amongst Polish tourists, both in the winter and the summer. Zakopane in the winter, especially, is a tourist hot spot, but remains relatively unknown to outsiders. Snow covers the town for up to 6 months of the year, and creates a magical atmosphere perfect for relaxing, admiring…
If you are visiting the beautiful Polish mountain town of Zakopane, I am 100% certain that you have seen Morskie Oko on every list of the best things to do in Zakopane (our own list here is no exception). For Polish people, it is almost like a rite of passage to have hiked to this…
Toruń, a city of just less than 200 thousand people found on the banks of the Vistula River, is often ignored by people traveling to Poland. Its location on the route between Warsaw and Gdańsk might just make it a city you pass by as you drive or take a train between the two. But…
“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…