On Nick’s last European tour we snuck away to Poland for a few days to check out Gdansk, a pretty little city located along the Baltic Sea in the Pomerania region of the country. Gdansk is a highly underrated gem as far as European cities go, and we fell in love with it’s charming streets … Read more
Another day, another afternoon spent climbing church towers in search of the best views. This time we’re in Gdansk at St. Mary’s Church aka the Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The 405 step climb is not for the faint of heart (or for those scared of heights), but view is worth it. … Read more
If there’s one type of food you have to try in Poland, it’s gotta be pierogi. Considered one of the country’s national dishes, these stuffed dumplings are a classic comfort food that have been gracing Polish dinner plates since the 13th century. On our most recent trip, we set out on a mission to find … Read more
Occupying a short stretch along the Baltic sea lies Poland’s Summer capital, also known as the “Polish Riviera.” With it’s white sand beaches (I didn’t know Poland had beaches) and fancy resort spas, Sopot became a popular destination amongst rich and famous in the early 1900’s. Today Sopot’s reputation as a resort town parallels it’s prominent … Read more
Kazimierz: The Jewish District It’s a common misunderstanding that Kazimierz, the Jewish District, was where the Krakow Jewish Ghetto was located during WWII. The actual location of the ghetto is a short walk across the river in a district called Podgorze. We actually visited Kazimierz thinking it would be the area where the Ghetto used to be. … Read more
