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The cutest guidance on social distancing measures for the EU states

How to get to know the EU social distancing measures quickly??‍♂️??‍♀️
At least distance yourself from others:
one bison in Poland?
two wolves in Estonia??
three pulis in Hungary???
? Take a look at the photo above, short and sweet!
? Well, if you haven’t met Bison in the wild, I strongly recommend you to visit Białowieża Forest in Poland to see the king of the forest – the bison!?
? Click on the link Europe’s last well-preserved primeval forest to find more information about the amazing forest and legendary creatures.

Photo from europapont.blog.hu

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Autumn in Poland

Autumn has officially arrived in every corner of Poland. If you want to visit Poland to explore wonderful landscapes and romantic historic towns, the best time of the year is about now!

??? Early autumn in Poland is mostly warm and sunny, visitors can enjoy themselves thoroughly in peaceful and pleasant places surrounded by natural beauty and without worrying about the rain and big crowds.

Though all of the regions in Poland are beautiful and worth visiting, we’d like to share three special places where boast extremely beautiful views in autumn.

?Bieszczady mountains
One of the best regions to see during autumn in Poland is the Bieszczady mountains, located in the most south-eastern part of Poland on the border with Slovakia and Ukraine. The most beautiful part of the mountain range is protected by the Bieszczady National Park, which is the third-largest national park in Poland. By day, you can take a hike to the highest peak of Bieszczady Poland, or walk along the wooden architecture trail filled with historical attractions and beautiful wooden churches. By night, you can also find the darkest place in Europe here, up to 7,000 stars may be seen by the naked eye at Starry Sky Park.

?Białowieża Forest
One of the most famous Forest in Poland, Białowieża Forest is the last remaining fragments of Europe’s primeval forest that once stretched across the European Plain. Known for its beauty and natural values, this ancient forest is hardly untouched by humans. There are many trails for pedestrians and cyclists in the forest. The must-see attraction is the European bison Show Reserve, where visitors can see the king of the forest – the bison! In addition, there are a unique museum, church, numerous hotels and restaurants, making it the perfect place to visit in autumn.

?Polish Baltic Coast
Though autumn may not be the perfect time to go swimming in the Baltic Sea, it is an ideal time to explore the Tri-City area (Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot). Wandering the beach, admire the spectacular views along the Baltic Coast, It is exceptionally beautiful at this time of year. With fewer tourists, it is the perfect time to visit some of the museums, castles, and other historical sites around the cities as well. Don’t forget to visit the incredible new Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk, you will be blown away by the experience!

Polish autumn is truly beautiful, if you have any chance to visit Poland during autumn, do not miss it!?

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Escape to Poland

Escape the heat of summer and enjoy the beauty of nature in Poland. There are always various activities you can be involved in, such as hiking in Tatra national park, cycling along the Baltic Sea Coast and rafting down the river Dunajec. Come to Poland, you will be spoilt for choice.

Hiking in Tatra national park ?

Poland is an ideal destination for a walking holiday, with over 15000 miles of marked trails that go through the mountains, lakes and forests. If you want to look down from above the clouds to admire the beauty of nature, the Tatra mountains would be your best choice. As the highest mountain range in the Carpathian Mountains, Tatras are one of the most stunning places to visit, with a lot of picturesque valleys, lakes, peaks and mountain trails, covering the area of nearly 180 square kilometers within Poland. There are various trails satisfying hiking lovers of all levels, some of those trails are short and flat which are perfect for families with children.

Cycling along the Baltic Sea Coast ?

The Baltic Sea Cycle Route in Poland is part of the EuroVelo 10 (EV10), which is 582 kilometers long and starts at the Polish-German border in Swinoujscie, passing through the picturesque seaside resorts. You can cycle directly along the sea, which makes a regular rest at picturesque bays and white beaches possible. The route in Poland is mostly flat and well suited for a cycling trip at any level of preparation, especially for families. Experience Baltic Sea and beautiful scenery by exploring Poland on two wheels.

Rafting on the river Dunajec ?

Rafting on the Dunajec River is a relaxing experience for everyone, enjoying the natural surroundings on a traditional wooden rafting boat, listening to the old legends and stories about the river and surroundings. It’s the best way to admire the beautiful landscapes of Pieniny National Park in 2-3 hours trip.

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A Charming Polish Village, Zalipie!

Zalipie is a small village in southeast Poland, considered as the prettiest village in Poland. This small village is known for its unusual tradition that the house inside and outside decorated with lovely floral patterns.

?  Where does the tradition of painting houses come from?
It’s not entirely clear, but it might relate with a poorly ventilated stove. A long time ago, the interior of small and quite poor huts was covered with   soot from a home stove. There was no chimney in the room, and the hearth area quickly blackened with smoke. Thanks to resourceful Zalipian women who came up with the idea of decorating darkened walls with white irregular spots to tidy up and brighten up their homes. After ventilation improved, villagers (mainly women) continued to conduct their folk art, moving from ceilings to walls to bridges and everything in between.

? The Painted Cottage competition

The Painted Cottage competition (called Malowana Chata) has been held regularly every spring since 1948 which continuously added new colorful floral patterns on cottage walls, continuing a tradition over 100 years old. Its initial purpose was to cover up damages after the war and put a new face on the village again. The starting date of the Malowana Chata has a very special meaning, as it began right after the WW2 ended.

? Felicja Curyłowa, a local art museum

Despite its beauty and attractiveness to tourists, the village is not an open-air museum but a place where people lived their normal lives, creating and developing their tradition. For visitors, there is a museum well worth a visit which was the three-bedroom cottage of a resident named Felicja Curyłowa. After her death, her beautiful house was turned into a museum where visitors can admire her work.

Zalipie is about 70 km from Krakow, if you are planning to travel to Krakow, don’t forget to stop by here!

Photo by mzphotos from Pixabay

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The Best Seaside Resort in Poland

There is nothing more refreshing than a holiday by the sea. ?  If you feel the same way, then Sopot which is located on the southern coast of the Baltic Sea would be an ideal destination for you.

Sopot is an elegant seaside resort town in northern Poland, which lies between Gdańsk to the southeast and Gdynia to the northwest. They are interconnected and together form a metropolitan area called the TriCity.

? In Sopot, you can stroll along the longest wooden pier(Molo) in Europe, extending into the Baltic sea to a length of over 511 m. It’s a perfect place for a romantic walk.

? You can also unwind on the white sand beach which stretches for 4.5 kilometers from the southern to the northern boundaries of the city and make up one of the most popular attraction during the summer.

? For outdoorsy people, there is a bike route from Sopot to Gdansk which is a great way to enjoy stunning views of the Baltic coast.

❤️ Start planning your best seaside holiday in Poland!  ?  3 days trip to TriCity.

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Polish Airlines LOT plans to resume international connections on July 1

We are pleased to inform you that Polish Airlines resume international connections from July 1, that means you can book airline tickets for PLL LOT international connections to 20 airports from today. ?

At Polish Travel Quo Vadis you can buy a ticket for travel to the following airports:

? Prague,
? Dusseldorf,
? Vilnius,
? Budapest,
? Berlin,
? Vienna,
? Brussels,
? Kiev KBP,
? Bucharest,
? Amsterdam,
? Tbilisi,
? Oslo,
? Barcelona,
? Split,
? Dubrovnik,
? Zadar,
? Podgorica,
? Corfu ,
? Chania,
? Varna.

? Please visit our website where you can buy airline tickets online. https://www.aironline.pl/

? If you are looking for accommodation, we recommend visiting the site where you can book a hotel online. https://www.hotele.eu/

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Wilanów Palace, the Polish Versailles

?  The Wilanów Palace is a royal palace located south of Warsaw. As one of Poland’s most important monuments, it survived Poland’s partitions and both World Wars, people can admire the culture and art of the Polish state before the 18th century.

The Wilanów palace is composed of the baroque palace, its decorations and works of art, gardens and sculptures located in the park and also numerous buildings and monuments raised in the location since 1677. This baroque palace was a gift of King Jan III Sobieski to his beloved wife, Marie Casimire Louise. In the palace, you will see the king’s apartments and the suites of Queen Maria Kazimiera, which include the Chinese, Dutch and Antiquities rooms and the Potocki Museum, as well as rich collections of paintings, antique vases, and works of Oriental crafts. 

The park spreading out around the palace appears different styles: there is a bi-level Baroque Italian garden and a romantic English-Chinese park fitted with park buildings, like the Chinese Gazebo and the Roman Bridge. In summer, various sculptures, fountains, charming alleys, a lake and a cascading stream make the surrounding park a perfect place to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of the city. In winter, Wilanów turns into a special Royal Garden of Light filled with thousands of colorful diodes mimicking the baroque shapes of plants.

?  If you would be interested, check out our  Warsaw City Break ！

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The gems of Gdansk

With a tradition spanning over 1000 years, Gdansk as Poland’s maritime capital and one of the largest ports on the Baltic sea is a unique metropolis that has always been characterized by a spirit of freedom and courage.

Central Gdansk is one of the most pleasantly walkable cities in central Europe. You couldn’t ask for a more strikingly beautiful and colorful main street than Duga and Dugi Targ, the thoroughfare of the Main Town (Gówne Miasto).

As you walk its length, from the Golden Gate at the western end to the magnificent Green Gate at the eastern end, the bas-reliefs and colorful frescos on the burgher houses and gabled town houses will keep your eyes darting about.

Walk around the old town in Gdansk, you can also find an iconic landmark the Neptune Fountain, the largest port crane in Europe and one of the three largest brick couches in the world.

Find more itineraries on our websites !

? 3 days trip to TriCity (Gdansk, Gdynia, Sopot)

? 7 days trip from Warsaw to Gdansk

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Wieliczka Salt Mine to resume today !

Starting 8 June, Poland’s spectacular salt mine is reopening to visitors after the temporary closure due to the pandemic.

Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most popular attractions in Poland, it was placed on the original list of UNESCO World Heritage in 1978. Together with its neighboring Bochnia is one of the oldest salt mines in the world. They are also one of the oldest running companies.

You can take a walk through some of the 20 large chambers of the three-kilometer-long sightseeing route. The chambers accessible to visitors include a 3.5-kilometers section located from 64 to 135 meters below ground level and the last reaches out to the depth of 327 meters. The oldest localized part of the mine is the Goryszowski Shaft from the second half of the 13th century. Is has been running continuously since the Middle Ages and is still used today.

Every year about a million tourists from all over the world visit the famous Wieliczka Salt mine to admire the historical chambers hewn from the living rock salt, as well as salt sculptures, brine lakes, and underground chapels.

?  Check out more attractions which are worth visiting in 3 days Cracow city break.

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The Best Wedding Venue in Europe !

A good news for all lovely couples who are planing their weddings ! 

With restrictions are being eased cautiously in Poland, weddings and ceremonies of up to 150 people will be allowed after June 5. 

The Best Wedding Venue in Europe is the majestic Manowce Palace, a historic property uniquely located in northwestern Poland, selected by European Best Destinations organization. Manowce Palace is surrounded by vast woods, far from residential areas and right on the shore of a large lagoon next to the Baltic Sea.The palace has the ideal mix of old and new, filled with beautiful antiques and paintings, but with modern touches. It’s also a great place to host private celebrations and corporate meetings here.

picture source: manowce.pl

Every girl deserves to be treated like a princess. If you dream of a perfect Royal wedding Książ Castle can make your dream come true! Książ is the largest castle in the Silesia region, the third largest castle in Poland. It lies within Książ Landscape Park, overlooking the gorge of the Pełcznica river. The history of Książ can date back to the 13th century. It houses Maximilian’s hall, one of the best preserved Baroque banquet rooms in Silesia. Today, this huge two-storey ballroom is available for use for balls or weddings as Książ Castle is currently a hotel.

 

Sofitel Grand Sopot is one of the best Wedding Hotel in Poland, selected by Tripadvisor. Situated on the Baltic seashore, right next to the beach, a five-star hotel Sofitel Grand Sopot has been in the very heart of Sopot for over 90 years. The spectacular view of Baltic sea and an unparalleled level of elegance inside are the perfect place to create timeless memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

picture source: sofitelgrandsopot.com

If you want to hold a memorable wedding in the capital of Poland, Mamaison Hotel would be your best choice based on the selection of Tripadvisor. It’s located in the heart of Warsaw’s new city, housed inside the historic Mokrowsky Palace, the building itself is a popular city attraction. With its unique location, guests can travel to the old town of Warsaw and Vistula riverbank by foot. People can enjoy a combination of historic elements and modern comforts at hotel.

picture source: mamaisonleregina.com

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