Places to visit in Mazury, Poland Masuria (Mazury in Polish), a region famous for its lakes, is located in north-eastern Poland, in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship/Province, whose capital is the city of Olsztyn. The Province has two parts: Warmia and Mazury. Informally, everything (including Warmia and Olsztyn) that is in north-eastern Poland and has lakes is…
Coolest accommodation stays in Poland: from treehouses to castles, staying in a railroad wagon or underground, glamping & houseboats, spending the night in a tipi tent next to the fire Are you looking for an experience to take your holiday up a notch? Our list offers exciting alternative accommodations set in beautifully unique places all…
Historic hotels in Poland: stay in a castle or a palace in stunning locations across Poland There is something magical about staying in a historic hotel. Hotels in Poland located in former castles or palaces provide a great combination of historical vibe and modern amenities. This is a fantastic idea for a weekend trip to…
Spring 2025 in Poland: 6 public holidays, time change, shopping Sundays, observances & celebrations Shopping Sundays in Poland in spring 2025 April 13 and April 27 are shopping Sundays in Poland in spring 2025. Click here to read our post about shopping Sundays in Poland. Read our post with the list of online stores in Poland delivering…
Polish school holidays: first day of school in Poland and last day of school in Poland The school year in Poland is divided into 2 terms: the first/winter term (pierwszy semestr) and the second/summer term (drugi semestr). While the first and last days of school are set the same for all of Poland, the winter…
Dates to remember in Poland: public holidays, observances & traditions, shopping Sundays in Poland in 2025 The list of public/bank holidays in Poland in 2025 Starting from 2025, December 24 (Christmas Eve) is a public holiday in Poland. In 2025, there are the following public/bank holidays in Poland: January 1, 2025 – New Year January…
Skiing in Poland: where to spend ski holidays in Poland and where to learn to ski in Poland When the temperature drops below zero, you can start planning your ski adventure in Poland. And the best part is that you don’t need to drive for hours south of Poland, to the mountains! You can enjoy many ski…
Poland in January: tips for making the most of your winter in Poland Exploring Warsaw in winter: ideas for things to do For those who plan to visit Warsaw in the wintertime. Here, everyone will find something for themselves – something for those who love festive illuminations, for those interested in history, and certainly for…
Christmas markets and gift fairs in Poland: Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, Poznań, Łódź, Gdańsk, Toruń, Szczecin, the Katowice area 2024/2025 season Poland is already getting into the holiday spirit in November. If you are planning a Christmas shopping or a day out for the whole family, learn more about the festive markets and fairs offering classic…
Christmas in Poland: traditions, family, and… food Christmas Eve in Poland (Wigilia), December 24 Christmas Eve Dinner – kolacja wigilijna – is Poland’s most important Christmas celebration. Christmas Eve Dinner starts in the late afternoon or evening, depending on the family (some people visit two or more families during Christmas Eve, having two or more…