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You may have noticed I’ve tried to give some good information and tips on visiting Morocco in my past seven posts—consider it a travel series on Morocco. In the three months I’ve been blogging (yes, it’s already been three months and I’ve...
Krakow, Poland: If You Go
Planning a visit to Krakow, Poland? Here’s some practical information to help you with your vacation plans: Getting There v The Krakow Balice airport can be reached by flights from London, Paris, Munich, and other cities across Europe. ...
Krakow, Poland: Tour Companies
As with any city, Krakow offers several options for visitors hoping to take an organized tour. Here are two of my favorites with reasonably priced interesting and unique tours: Cracow City Tours Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial and Museum—Tour of...
Krakow, Poland Day Trip: Wieliczka Salt Mines
Just outside of Krakow are the popular Wieliczka Salt Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The underground labyrinth is an impressive collection of tunnels, pits, and chambers with sculptures, chandeliers, walls, and floors all made from rock salt....
Krakow, Poland Day Trip: Auschwitz-Birkenau
Auschwitz-Birkenau, the well-known concentration camp built by the Nazis in 1940, is approximately one hour away from Krakow. The camp was actually a collection of three large camps (Auschwitz I, Auschwitz II—usually called Birkenau, Auschwitz...
Krakow, Poland: The Wawel
The Wawel is a popular tourist destination in Krakow that has played a vital role in Poland’s history. The area includes a cathedral, castle, and a dragon’s cave and visitors should allow three hours to visit all three areas. Cathedral Ne...
Krakow, Poland: Legends and Stories
Like any town with a long history that dates back to the Middle Ages, Krakow has some interesting stories and legends. Two of the most popular ones are Krakow’s Dragon and the Trumpeter of St. Mary’s. Krakow’s Dragon King Krak or Krakus ...
Krakow, Poland: Old Town and Jewish Quarter
Two popular neighborhoods in Krakow, Poland are the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter. Old Town The heart of the Old Town is the Main Market Square, one of Europe’s largest medieval squares (second only to Venice’s St. Mark’s Square). Within th...
Krakow, Poland
As you read this, I will be returning from a short trip to Krakow, Poland, so expect some posts about this intriguing city in the next few days. Here are some “fun” facts about the former capital of Poland: The city attracts at least seven mil...
