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Poland Holidays

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An Eastern European marvel

While the country’s steeped in history, Poland’s contemporary culture is vibrant, colourful and intriguing. Poland holidays offer opportunities to immerse yourself in city life or get back to nature, to uncover Europe’s past and soak up plentiful art, music and theatre. From the Baltic Coast in the northwest to the Carpathian Mountains in the south, the country’s diverse landscape and temperate climate make it a joy to delve into.

Poland’s biggest cultural hub is, of course, its capital, Warsaw. The city is a cultural hard-hitter, from its exciting arts scene to its brilliant nightlife and restaurants. Krakow is equally impressive, with magnificent monuments and churches and a buzzing city centre. Lodz, Poznan and Gdansk feature among the country’s other popular destinations. Outdoor enthusiasts have an abundance of nature to explore, including the stunning Masurian Lake District which is largely unpopulated and features more than 2000 lakes.

Poland’s recent past is dominated by World War II, and many museums and historic sites detail poignant tales from the country’s occupation. But it’s also a nation that refuses to dwell on darker times, and gets stuck in to enjoying the present. Great food choices range from local delicacies such as delicious beetroot soup and borscht to cabbage rolls, a wide range of fish and hearty hunter’s stew. Affordable, diverse and welcoming, Poland holidays are an ideal choice for holidaymakers across the board.

Need to know

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Capital
Warsaw
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Language
Polish
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Currency
Polish Zloty
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Time zone
GMT +1
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Flight time
1hr 50mins

* Average time from London Gatwick to Krakow

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    Poland is right in the heart of Central Europe, and has a temperate climate, so it’s a great year-round destination. The summer months can be quite busy, and you’ll enjoy the hottest weather then, but every season has something special to offer. Autumn and Spring are a good time to visit, particularly if you prefer slightly cooler temperatures for sightseeing. And the run-up to Christmas is a very special time in Poland, with festivities starting on St Nicholas Day (6 December). You could say that any time is perfect!
    Many people might not associate Poland with beach holidays, and if anyone does, they tend to think of the Baltic Coast. The biggest surprise is the beauty of Poland’s lakeside beaches; for example at Kryspinow, less than ten miles away from Krakow. A short bus journey out from the city brings you to this unique and remarkable location, with its golden sands and clear blue waters. It is quite popular in high season, mind you, but it’s definitely well worth a visit.
    Polish cuisine is often thought of as quite heavy but, like most other places, this has adapted for modern tastes. You’ll find influences from Italian and French cuisines in the food here, even though it’s rooted in Slavic fare. Potatoes are a staple, as are many types of soup made with mushrooms, broth, and beets, and fish dishes are also really popular. Traditional Polish cuisine would seem to consist of different ways of preparing pork, but chicken, beef, and other meats feature highly on restaurant menus nowadays. There’s a thriving street food scene in Krakow too, which is a great way to try out a few local delicacies.
    Poland is a country that’s full of diversity, so it really depends on what you’d like to do most. Krakow is a great base, and we’d suggest you spend several days here, because there’s just so much on offer to see and do. Then perhaps take a short run out to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the country’s most popular attractions. A trip to the capital Warsaw is fascinating too, that’s only a two and a half hour train journey away. A nice change of pace would be to visit the resort town of Zakopane; perhaps take the cable car up to Gubalowka Mountain. Then take a day or so more to relax, shop or sightsee.
    Poland is famous for city breaks, but it’s an ideal destination for a great family holiday too. The kids will love the amusement parks, including several close to Krakow itself, and the children's museums. Poland’s also known for having beautiful countryside, and being a place history buffs just love to visit. The towns and cities are packed with architecture from different periods and, of course, it’s also a great value destination.
    Poland is famous for having a great cultural heritage, and well-known figures born here include Frederic Chopin, Marie Curie and Pope John Paul II. The Republic now has a population of 40 million but it’s also best known for having an amazingly diverse natural landscape. The region of Mazury boasts 2,000 glacial lakes and 200 kilometres of canals, while Bialowieza Forest, in the east, is Europe's only remaining original lowland forest. Beautiful! You’ll also find good restaurants, cobble-stoned streets, shops and sights galore.