Six springtime vegetables you must try while they are in season in Poland After months of winter root vegetables and frozen or canned veggies, spring in Poland welcomes us with the first fresh local treasures. In Polish, they have a unique name – ‘nowalijki’ – bringing something new. Don’t miss them! Some vegetables come and…
The city of Lublin for a weekend Lublin is a city in eastern Poland with a rich history, unique monuments, and excellent regional cuisine. It is the capital of the voivodeship and the eighth-largest city in Poland in terms of population. In recent years, Lublin has been increasingly mentioned on the list of the most…
Poland in February: tips for making the most of your winter in Poland Weather in Poland in February The average temperature in February in Poland remains below 0 (-0,3°C / 32°F). February is the least rainy month in Poland. The average rainfall level in Poland in February is 31 mm. What does the word luty…
Skiing in Poland: where to spend ski holidays in Poland and where to learn to ski in Poland When winter starts, 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 slopes all over…
Festive illuminations in Poland: beautiful holiday light displays in Poland From October/November through the wintertime season, many parks in Poland transform after dark into a magical world of lights, allowing you to spend time outdoors, walking in winter festive scenery. We take you through selected places across Poland where you can cut yourself off from everyday…
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw with children The Museum is located in the Muranów district of Warsaw (part of Śródmieście and Wola), which in the interwar times (1918 – 1939) was mainly inhabited by the Jewish people. In Warsaw, in 1939, there were 375,000 Jews, 30% of the city’s population.…
The biggest thermal baths and hot springs in Poland Bathing in the outdoor thermal pool in winter, surrounded by snow, is quite an experience! However, in the Polish climate, thermal pools are a popular attraction in Poland at any time of the year, not only in winter;) A visit to one of the thermal spas…
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 for gourmets,…
Maria Oskroba of Pierogi and More cooking school in Warsaw shares her granny Helena’s best pierogi hacks and gives 10 reasons why (almost) everyone loves Polish dumplings The word PIEROGI (pronounced: pyeh-RROH-ghee) derives from an old proto-Slavic word “pir” meaning a feast or merry gathering. No wonder pierogi is a highlight of a traditional Sunday family dinner…
Poland in December: tips for making the most of your winter in Poland Weather in Poland in December In 2025, astronomical winter begins on December 21 with the winter solstice – the day with the fewest hours of sunlight in Poland all year. On a positive note, starting on December 21, the days in Poland will…