7 things to do in Tricity with kids
Tricity is definitely one of the most beautiful and interesting places in Poland. It boasts vivid history that reflects in both architecture and local culture. Most tourists come here to learn about the Solidarity Movement, lay down and relax on the beach or have fun...
10 great Cracow restaurants for 2016 recommended by locals
Cracow is a busy destination for tourists and ex-pats alike. The food, drink and nightlife scene is never lacking in variety, with something for all tastes. As tricky, ever-changing and subjective as it is, many of our readers are interested in summaries of what's on...
10 top bars in Cracow in 2016 for craft beer lovers
Cracow is an idyllic and historic Polish city, unlike much of the country having miraculously escaped damage through the turbulent history of wars and occupation Poland has suffered. As a top tourist destination, millions of visitors flock to Cracow, 2016 being an...
7 top Warsaw craft beer bars for 2016
As the nation's capital you would expect Warsaw to have a wide selection of craft beer bars, and it doesn't disappoint. The craft beer and microbrewery fashion is a welcome one, transforming the bar scene to allow one to quaff a few brews in the name of taste...
Poland bank holidays 2018
Nowadays Poles celebrate 13 public holidays and religious feasts, which are non-working days. Most public institutions, banks and shopping centres are closed on these days. However, you may find some local smaller shops in the neighbourhood, which will be open.
Netflix Poland what to watch: 12 quick reviews to get you started
New kid on the (Polish) block, Netflix, is now available, and with a one-month trial it's worth checking out, even if you don't really plan to subscribe. But a warning - with no adverts, entirely on-demand, cancel any time, and the convenience of automatically...
Poland bank holidays 2017
Nowadays Poles celebrate 13 public holidays and religious feasts, which are non-working days. Most public institutions, banks and shopping centres are closed on these days. However, you may find some local smaller shops in the neighbourhood, which will be open.
Compare and Choose a Polish Mobile Phone Network
The best way to stay in touch using a mobile phone in Poland, is by getting a Polish prepaid SIM card or a Polish mobile phone contract. How do I get a Polish prepaid mobile card? The Polish prepaid mobile card is a Pay-as-you-go SIM card that you can get at nearly...
Buying and registering a car in Poland
What is the registration process when buying a car from a previous owner? After you buy a car in Poland, it has to be registered at your city/town hall, at the vehicle registration department, within 30 days. But first there are a few prerequisites that you have to...
Windows 10 on a tablet – first look
Many Windows users will have seen a system tray icon inviting them to upgrade to Windows 10 for free. I am not usually one to jump onto a "1.0" release of anything, but as the desktop mode on Windows 8.1 was so hard to use on a small 7" screen, I decided to take the...
Polish railways early years, the PESA story starting in 1851
Pesa Bydgoszcz is a key player in the Polish railways scene, having grown from a maintenance and repair operation 160 years ago, to a modern, internationally recognised brand, manufacturing a range of top-end trains and trams culminating in their flagship model, the...
How to Get Help in Poland During a Health Emergency
If you are a tourist or an English-speaking employee in Poland, it pays to know where you can get the right assistance, especially during medical emergencies. First Things First – Health Insurance Policies. Temporary visitors: It is very advisable to see if your...
Visiting the Elbląg Canal – One of The 7 Wonders of Poland
If you are temporarily living in Poland, or just visiting some friends over summer, you should take the time to explore the natural beauty and tourist attractions of this fascinating country. We have already talked about the beautiful Tatra Mountains, now we will...
Creating a Facebook page to go with your new blog or website? Don’t bother.
It's almost a sure thing that you'll be planning to create a Facebook page to go with your new website or blog, as a promotion tool, hoping to increase traffic to your new site. I say, don't bother. I've made web sites in the past and, encouraged by "experts",...
Summer Weekend in the Tatra Mountains
The Tatra Mountains are the only alpine mountains of Poland and represent a natural border with neighbouring Slovakia. They are well known both to amateurs and professional skiers, and are a wonderful tourist destination during the summer. There are lots of things to...