Bialowieza is a very small town on the eastern border of Poland. It is famous as the entryway to Bialowieza Forest, the largest primeval forest in Europe. People mainly come here to do a bison safari, or see other wildlife in the area. However, as most people likely come for more than one day, the question of where to eat in Bialowieza is often asked. Because Bialowieza is such a small town, there are not…
Krakow is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland. It is no wonder that this city is also one of the most touristic cities for both local and international tourists. Krakow is full of historical landmarks, interesting museums, great cafes and restaurants, and many other things that you can enjoy. For those who are planning on visiting Krakow I wrote a complete guide to help you organize your time, better navigate in the city…
When traveling to another country one of the most important things to do is to try the traditional cuisine. Food is a large part of anyone’s culture and history, and you never can fully experience another country without trying their various local dishes. Therefore I wrote a list of 10 must try traditional Polish foods while traveling in Krakow, or any other city in Poland. 10 Must Try Polish Foods In Krakow Bigos Poland…
Kazimierz district is the Jewish quarter in Krakow and one of the best areas to stay. Besides being a less crowded area than the center of the Krakow old town, Kazimierz district is also a place with the best restaurants, cafes, and bars in the whole city. Here is a list of all the best places where to eat in Kazimierz. Where To Eat in Kazimierz, Krakow Rzeźnia – Ribs On Fire One of…
Food is a major part of the culture of any country. Behind every dish there is a story of how and why people began to make the recipe. The same goes for pastries. Very often this or that pastry was baked on certain holidays and carries a special meaning. Here is a list of delicious Polish pastries that you must try while traveling in Poland. Pączki (Polish Donut) Pączki is the most iconic…
Wieliczka salt mine is one of the oldest salt mines in Europe. The salt mine started to operate in the 13th century and salt was mined up until 2007. Nowadays the Wieliczka salt mine is one of the two most popular locations (the second one is Auschwitz concentration camp) for a day trip from Krakow. There are a few ways to visit the Wieliczka salt mine, all of which you will find in this article…
Auschwitz concentration camp is one of the most terrifying places in the world. The ugliness, the inhumanity, the evil and bloodiness of the people, the most nasty and dark human traits all stained this place. Auschwitz concentration camp is one of the most horrible landmarks in Europe, but quite possibly the most important one to visit for every human being. Short History After Nazi Germany occupied Polish territory, they established a camp in Oswiecim…
Poland has been drinking and producing vodka for years before this drink became world known. They have perfected their distilleries to make the most clear, high quality vodka in the world. Therefore, when traveling in Poland it is obligatory to do a vodka tasting, especially if you are visiting Krakow. There are a few ways to do a vodka tasting in Krakow. You can find quite a few guided tours that offer to take you…
Krakow is one of the most touristic cities in Poland. There is quite a lot to see and do around the city and in the city itself. One of the most desirable areas to stay in Krakow is the old town. Some of the most famous hotels are located there, as well as many boutique hotels, and AirBnBs. During our visit to Krakow, we stayed at the Aparthotel Inspire Miodova Residence. Here is my unbiased…
After spending two month in California, US, and another three months in Colombia, I was extremely happy when we finally arrived in Warsaw. Primarily because it meant that we were going to be home (Lviv, Ukraine) soon, and also because in Poland I could get some Ukrainian food that I missed a lot. For that reason we chose Kamanda Lwowska restaurant for dinner! Since we stayed near the old town in Warsaw (Motel One), it…