Hold onto your hats, folks – Poland is calling! Kraków is a city so full of museums and galleries that you’ll feel like a kid in a candy store. Or, if you'd prefer scenic Zakopane, we'd understand! It's a town so picturesque it looks like it was plucked from a postcard, complete with cosy wooden architecture and breathtaking mountain views that’ll make you swoon. And then, get ready to be dazzled at the Wieliczka Salt Mines, where you can marvel at salt sculptures. Poland is waiting for you – so pack your bags and get ready for an adventure that’s both enlightening and entertaining!
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Celebrate the festive season on a magnificent break to Kraków and the Tatra Mountains, enjoying breathtaking scenery and delightful markets.
Join us and revel in the wintery delights of the historical city of Kraków and the picturesque resort of Zakopane.
Don’t underestimate the natural beauty found all around in Poland – the giant, scenic mountains, glittering waterfalls, and many breathtaking forests will transport you to another world. Visitors can take the opportunity to see the High Tatras from the stunning Palenica Białczańska before venturing via horse and carriage to another clearing, Polana Włosienica, with an incredible mountainous valley view. The largest lake in the Tatras – Morskie Oko – is located nearby, and is a true marvel, drenched in sunshine and colour. From lakeside to city life, journey to the incredible capital of Kraków and discover the amazing UNESCO registered World Heritage Site of the Old Town. With its medieval market square and Renaissance Sukiennice, known as the Kraków Cloth Hall, this famous district was once the centre of international trade and perfectly encapsulates the country, with deep beauty and even deeper cultural heritage and history. After exploring, sit down and relax at one of the many lovely restaurants and bars, and enjoy stunningly simple recipes packed with flavour. Try sweet kompot, a homemade Polish juice, or take on an alcoholic beverage like Wódka made from the finest Polish rye – the choice is yours!
Step into Zakopane, where traditional wooden houses dot the landscape, set against the majestic backdrop of the Tatra Mountains – nature’s perfect stage!
Take a regal tour of the Wawel Castle, where the views are fit for royalty!
The Wieliczka Salt Mines are well worth a visit – who knew salt could be so spectacular?
Jaunt through Kraków's Old Town with its underground cellar bars and quaint shops
One of the best things about travelling? The food, of course! Every destination has its own favourites – the dishes locals swear by and visitors can’t stop talking about. To make things easier, we’ve picked out four must-try treats from this region, with a little flavour of what they’re all about.
So… which one’s making your mouth water?
Wiener Schnitzel is a tender veal cutlet, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and fried to perfection. And yes, by Austrian law, it must be veal to earn the name! Often served with a wedge of lemon and a side of potatoes or salad, it’s a must-try bite of Austrian pride.
Simple, satisfying, and oh-so-Austrian, Erdäpfelsalat is a traditional potato salad with a Vienna twist. Made from tender boiled potatoes and finely sliced onions, it’s dressed in a tangy mix of vinegar, oil, and mustard – no mayo in sight! Light yet full of flavour, it’s often eaten as a side with Wiener Schnitzel.
Straight from the mountains of Tyrol, Tiroler Gröstl combines crispy fried potatoes, onions, and tender bits of beef or pork, all sizzled together in butter until golden and glorious. It’s crowned with a fried egg and often served with a zingy side of pickles or horseradish.
No trip to Austria is complete without a helping of apple strudel, the country’s signature dessert. This flaky, golden pastry wraps around a spiced filling of sliced apples, sugar and cinnamon. Dusted with icing sugar and best enjoyed warm, it’s a treat that’s as elegant as it is indulgent.
We've rounded up some of the very best sights to make planning your next adventure a breeze...
Old Town
Kraków’s Old Town is like stepping into a delightful storybook filled with must-see landmarks and charming cobblestone street – each with tales to tell! Right in the middle, the Rynek Glowny flaunts its title as Central Europe’s largest medieval market square.
Wawel Royal Castle
Wawel Royal Castle reigns over Kraków as the ultimate symbol of Polish pride! This castle complex is a mini-city of wonders, featuring the elegant Wawel Cathedral, the mysterious Dragon’s Den and the regal Royal Palace. It’s an attraction that’s impossible to resist!
St. Mary’s Basilica
St. Mary's Basilica stands tall and proud on the corner of Rynek Glowny – a Gothic fortress. With two bell towers that could rival the tallest trees, this church is a sight to behold. Step inside to find stained-glass windows and its show-stopping altarpiece.
