Pretty much everyone has heard of Krakow, but the vast majority of people either see Krakow as merely a base for visiting the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps, or as a cheap boozy holiday destination, without realising that there are actually tonnes…
Why You Need to Stay at a Greg and Tom Hostel, Krakow
You might not be aware that there are actually three Greg and Tom hostels in Krakow, all with the same owners but with completely different vibes. This article is going to review each of the Greg and Tom hostels and…
Wroclaw Gnomes – The Anti-Communist Gnomes of Poland
Wroclaw is one of my favourite cities in Poland, and with good reason. Not only is it beautiful, but it has an amazing foodie scene and nightlife to boot. However, perhaps the most unique thing about Wroclaw is something else…
Is Wroclaw Worth Visiting? 14 Reasons to Visit Wroclaw, Poland
Last updated: 16/02/2022 Is Wroclaw worth visiting? Despite Poland getting more and more tourists every year, few people choose to visit Wroclaw, capital of the the Lower Silesian Voivodeship in Poland. Wroclaw just hasn’t had the publicity that Krakow has…
7 Stunning Airbnbs in Krakow for Less than £30!
It’s no secret that I love Poland and Krakow is definitely one of my favourite places to visit in Poland. Whether in summer or wintertime, Krakow is truly a magical city, and despite the reputation it’s recently garnered as a…
Mazury, Poland – What to See in the Land of a Thousand Lakes
Mazury, Poland (Masuria in English). The Polish Lake District, otherwise known as the ‘Land of a Thousand Lakes,’ is not where most English backpackers find themselves. The vast majority of people visiting Poland don’t tend to get any further than…
Villages in Poland – Osiek nad Notecia and Górka Klasztorna
Wyrysk was not a place I planned on visiting. Neither, for that matter were the Polish villages of Osiek nad Notecia, Górka Klasztorna and Runowo Krajenskie, but as is the nature of travelling, you meet a crazy Polish lady who…
Wroclaw, Poland’s Hidden Gem
Ah, back to Poland again, for the third time this year. It’s almost like I can’t keep away from the cheap beer, amazing food and beautiful architecture. Funny that. My first stop was Wroclaw (Wroclaw is pronounced Vrotz-waff), partly because…