@From Wroc?aw
Canadian expat in Poland
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Registration: 02 May 2013
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Expat interest in politics in Poland by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Poland is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Polish politics can be fascinating -- rather too much so. I think most non-Poles who live here will agree that the less you express an opinion -- for that matter, the less you're aware -- the better. At that, it's helpful if some informed ... Read More
Just for fun: Food culture in Poland by Diksha
Hello everyone, We all know Polish food tastes great. Do you consider yourself a foodie? Share with us your unique food experience as an expat. 1. Name 3 best well-known Polish street foods according to you. 2. Which are some unusual dishes ...
The best Polish food is usually home made, especially bigos and pierogi: sublime or revolting, depending on who makes it. In the humble but serviceable milk bars across the country, I personally enjoy "placek po wiegersku", potato ... Read More
Cheapest cities in Poland by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Poland. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Poland where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
Foreigners with jobs in large cities may consider commuting from smaller nearby towns -- improved train travel makes this faster and more appealing than it once was -- where rents and services are dramatically cheaper. Many are also cultured, ... Read More
Best universities in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Students make up an important part of the expat population. This year again, thousands around the world will be leaving their home country to study abroad. How about giving them a hand by sharing with them information about the ...
Most "rankings" rate the universities in Warszawa and Krakow highest, especially the management school in Warsaw (SGH). It's difficult to know what to recommend for foreign students. A number of public and private institutions offer ... Read More
cost of living in poland by valkariesuk
Can anyone help I would like to know the cost of living in Poland, so many things I want to ask because it is important to me? I can't move somewhere and then find out its not right so that is one thing I need to know. I am coming out for a ...
Food, including restaurant fare, is still noticeably cheaper than in many countries. Services seem to be getting more expensive, perhaps because unemployment has eased and people can ask more. Rentals, especially in cities like Krakow, will tend to ... Read More
The nightlife scene in Poland by Priscilla
Hello, Having access to a good nightlife scene can be a determining factor for many expats upon choosing their next destination. Tell us more about the nightlife in Poland. In Poland, what is the nighlife culture like: is it common for people ...
Poles get up and retire early. This can make night life, except in certain quarters of Warsaw, Krakow and other cities, seem pretty subdued.. Concerts may start at 7 p.m. or even 6 p.m. Unless you're at an all-night wedding or one of ... Read More
Free and low-cost leisure activities in Poland by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding leisure activities that are free or low-cost in Poland. This information will give future expats (or even current expats) an idea regarding some of leisure activities that they might not be ...
To second Agnieszka: the basic exhibitions of many of the excellent museums in the centre of Wroclaw are also free. Read More
Interesting customs and traditions in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living outside of our home country requires us to adapt to a new culture and different traditions. What are some of the cultural specifics in Poland? What are some of the traditional beliefs and cultural practices that you have ...
Polish cemeteries become a dazzling if eerie blaze of orange on evenings just before November 1, All Saints' Day; candles are on every grave. Christmas is celebrated a little more modestly, though more meaningfully, than in North America; the ... Read More
Traffic in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Poland, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Driving and traffic in cities like Wroclaw are challenging, but successive governments have made considerable progress in this area. The real problem is drivers, who range generally from skilled though rather too brave, to lethal morons. If ... Read More
Self Defense upon being attacked by atitudejim
Hi guys and girls... This week i was driving and a guy jail walking nearly got into the path of my car in the middle of a private road, there was no cross walk and the guy must have been oblivious of what he was doing, forcing me to hit my brakes ...
Atitudejim, sorry you had this altercation but I'm with Romaniac on this one. Sounds like you're begging for trouble. I hope your daughter recovers from her broken arm. Read More
The holiday season in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Poland? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Poland? How do Polish celebrate this very special time of ...
Most foreigners who've been in Poland at Christmas may agree with me on the following: The holiday is centred on the Christmas Eve or "Wigilia" meal, traditionally consisting of up to 12 fish and non-meat dishes. These typically ... Read More
Pets in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Poland have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Poland? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Poles love dogs. Most don't seem to mind dogs who bark constantly or are aggressive. Walking a dog regularly around a neighbourhood is a great way to meet people. Even those who get bitten, or find "souvenirs" in their front gardens, ... Read More
Starting business in Poland by AronFars
Hi everybody, It would be very appreciated if you give me some information about starting a business in Warsaw. Im a 33 year old married guy from Iran and I have a silver jewelry business here. We're considering moving to another country and ...
Greetings, As a non-business-person, I can make only general suggestions: (1) It seems that about 3- 5% of the Polish population, centred in Warsaw and a few other large cities, can readily afford "high end" luxury products. My ... Read More
Keeping up with the news in Poland by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Poland provides countless occasions to browse local newspapers, listen to local radio stations or watch local TV shows. As everywhere else in the world, local media play a key role in informing the public. What are ...
This is my belated answer to a good question. If you're getting your news mostly in English, you could subscribe to the daily newsletter of The Warsaw Voice. It is objective and factual to a fault, with arresting headlines like "Widget ... Read More
I am interested to settle in Poland soonest. by shahr112
AoA, I am a Pakistani residing in Kuwait currently, married and having 2 kids, working in an Oil company since 1992. I am interested to settle in Poland soonest. I need your kind advice before i take any action to start immigration process. I ...
I would not set too much store by any lawyer who offers to get you into a country by paying him so much money. Perhaps the lawyer is quite honest and efficient. At that, you may need to ask yourself whether the costs warrant whatever benefit there ... Read More