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General Information on Poland
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General Information on Poland
The main tourist attractions in Poland include the historic city of Cracow, which
suffered little war damage; the resort towns of Zakopone, in the Tatras, and
Sopot, on the Baltic;
and the restored Old Town in Warsaw, as well as the capital's museums and Palace of Science
and Culture. For complete information contact the Polish
National Tourist Office at 212-338-9412.
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The zloty is the official currency of Poland. It literally means “golden” and is subdivided into 100 groszy. As a result of extreme inflation in the early 1990’s, the currency underwent redenomination so that on January 1, 1998, 10,000 old zlotych (PLZ) became one new zloty (PLN). Additional information about the zloty can be found at http://www.zloty.net.
Currency Exchange - Get your currency needs managed in advance! Many airports, railroad stations, bus depots, and other points of entry have no currency exchange. When currency exchange is available in airports, lines can be long and rates can be "sky high". These long waits and usurious fees can be a nightmare. Order in advance from All Foreign Currency right online. It's fast, easy, and you save time and money! The can also provide you with Travelers' checks, bank drafts, and transfers. U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere and rates can be atrocious! Current Exchange Rate: Check Today's Exchange Rate
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TravelEtiquette so you will know how to, as the old adage states, “When in Rome,
do as the Romans do.”
Getting To Poland
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British Airways
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London.
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street names as you enjoy your driving experience throughout Europe. Customize
your navigation method or route, to travel safely and stress-free. The Garmin
Nuvii 370 contains premium detailed maps for all of Europe, including highways,
regional freeways and local roads with attributes such as turn restrictions, one
way streets and other navigation features. It contains general map detail for
most cities and towns throughout Europe. Metro areas listed are covered in the
greatest detail. The Nuvii 370 also displays points of interest such as: food
and drink, lodging, golf courses, theatres and cinemas, gas stations, hospitals
and more. Full Coverage available for: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Spain and Switzerland. Full detailed coverage in major cities of: Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Norway and Sweden. Coverage in Eastern Europe includes: Estonia (Tallinn), Latvia (Riga), Lithuania (Vilnius), Slovakia (Bratislava and Kosice), Hungary (Budapest, Balaton, Debrecen, Miskolc, Eger and Tokaj), Slovenia (Ljubljana and Maribor), Croatia (Zagreb, Rijeka and Pula, Split, Selin, Zadar, Dubrovnik and the Island of Krk), Bulgaria (Sofija), Romania (Buburesti (Bucharest) and Timisoara). |
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Some Things to See and Do in Poland
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Krakow
British Airways
(ba.com) flies between Krakow and Warsaw and
London.
Swinoujscie
This island location, natural values, well prepared infrastructure and a
refreshing breeze of the Baltic See will welcome you at the
Hampton by Hilton Swinoujscie.
The hotel is situated in the new part of the city and in the neighborhood of the
Platan shopping centre. The attractiveness of the Hampton by Hilton is
emphasized by its exceptional location - it is only a few minute walk from the
seaside promenade and the most beautiful beach at the Baltic Sea. This is
precisely the beach that is the greatest attraction of Swinoujscie, as it is the
widest in Poland and has exceptionally soft and clean sand. It is a perfect
place for sunbathing and evening walks in the light of the setting sun. The
Hampton by Hilton Swinoujscie hotel is situated merely 1.5 km from the Polish
border with Germany, which contributes to the fact that German Baltic resorts,
such as Albeck, Heringsdorf and Basim, are within close reach. Our hotel is also
a perfect place for relaxation for the Scandinavian enthusiasts. A sea ferry
terminal in Swinoujscie provides regular connections with Sweden and Denmark.
Everyday sea ferries set off to Copenhagen and Ystad offering one-day cruises
and unforgettable experiences while visiting these charming places. The Hampton
by Hilton Swinoujscie hotel building is modern, spacious and perfectly
supplements the architecture and character of the city. The hotel is decorated
with exceptional taste. Warm, air-conditioned interiors are maintained in bright
colors, the original décor and modern room amenities makes each guest feel
comfortable here, regardless of the nature of their journey, whether it is a
short business trip or a few day’s rest. On your culinary journey you will meet
numerous local delicacies abounding in fish from the local catch and natural raw
materials. The table is dominated by both the seafood of the Baltic Sea and
delicacies of the traditional Polish cuisine. Dishes of highest quality,
prepared according to proven recipes, guarantee that taste sensations will be
remembered for a long time. With its interior, Hampton by Hilton is perfectly
suitable for persons travelling on business. Two conference rooms will satisfy
completely the requirements for the organization of business meetings and
conferences. The hotel offers a spacious place for work and free wireless
internet access. The vicinity includes attractions such as the Sea Fishery
Museum, Fortification, Breakwaters, historical Churches and the incredible
Lighthouse. Due to its geographical location and diverse area, Swinoujscie
features a range of recreation: Sea water, the forest neighborhood, fauna and
flora of the surrounding nature reserve of Wolinski National Park . In the
vicinity, within the area of the Northern Basin, there is a yacht port, where
150 medium-size vessels may moor at the same time. The surroundings and sea
winds of Swinoujscie are perfect for windsurfing and kite surfing. It is also
possible to have a go at canoeing on the broads of the old Swina River.
| Warsaw - My preferred hotel chain is
Marriott |
British Airways
(ba.com) flies between Krakow and Warsaw and
London.
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Suggestions for Accommodations in Poland
Swinoujscie
This island
location, natural values, well prepared infrastructure and a refreshing breeze
of the Baltic See will welcome you at the Hampton by
Hilton Swinoujscie. The hotel is situated in the new
part of the city and in the neighborhood of the Platan shopping centre. The
attractiveness of the Hampton by Hilton is emphasized by its exceptional
location - it is only a few minute walk from the seaside promenade and the most
beautiful beach at the Baltic Sea. This is precisely the beach that is the
greatest attraction of Swinoujscie, as it is the widest in Poland and has
exceptionally soft and clean sand. It is a perfect place for sunbathing and
evening walks in the light of the setting sun. The Hampton by Hilton Swinoujscie
hotel is situated merely 1.5 km from the Polish border with Germany, which
contributes to the fact that German Baltic resorts, such as Albeck, Heringsdorf
and Basim, are within close reach. Our hotel is also a perfect place for
relaxation for the Scandinavian enthusiasts. A sea ferry terminal in Swinoujscie
provides regular connections with Sweden and Denmark. Everyday sea ferries set
off to Copenhagen and Ystad offering one-day cruises and unforgettable
experiences while visiting these charming places. The Hampton by Hilton
Swinoujscie hotel building is modern, spacious and perfectly supplements the
architecture and character of the city. The hotel is decorated with exceptional
taste. Warm, air-conditioned interiors are maintained in bright colors, the
original décor and modern room amenities makes each guest feel comfortable here,
regardless of the nature of their journey, whether it is a short business trip
or a few day’s rest. On your culinary journey you will meet numerous local
delicacies abounding in fish from the local catch and natural raw materials. The
table is dominated by both the seafood of the Baltic Sea and delicacies of the
traditional Polish cuisine. Dishes of highest quality, prepared according to
proven recipes, guarantee that taste sensations will be remembered for a long
time. With its interior, Hampton by Hilton is perfectly suitable for persons
travelling on business. Two conference rooms will satisfy completely the
requirements for the organization of business meetings and conferences. The
hotel offers a spacious place for work and free wireless internet access. The
vicinity includes attractions such as the Sea Fishery Museum, Fortification,
Breakwaters, historical Churches and the incredible Lighthouse. Due to its
geographical location and diverse area, Swinoujscie features a range of
recreation: Sea water, the forest neighborhood, fauna and flora of the
surrounding nature reserve of Wolinski National Park . In the vicinity, within
the area of the Northern Basin, there is a yacht port, where 150 medium-size
vessels may moor at the same time. The surroundings and sea winds of Swinoujscie
are perfect for windsurfing and kite surfing. It is also possible to have a go
at canoeing on the broads of the old Swina River.
| Warsaw - My preferred hotel chain is
Marriott |
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Suggestions for Dining in Poland The zloty is the official currency of Poland. It literally means “golden” and is subdivided into 100 groszy. As a result of extreme inflation in the early 1990’s, the
currency underwent redenomination so that on January 1, 1998, 10,000
old zlotych (PLZ) became one new zloty (PLN). Additional information
about the zloty can be found at
http://www.zloty.net.
Currency
Exchange - Get your currency needs managed in advance! Many airports,
railroad stations, bus depots, and other points of entry have no currency
exchange. When currency exchange is available in airports, lines can be long and
rates can be "sky high". These long waits and usurious fees can be a
nightmare. Order in advance from
All
Foreign Currency right online. It's fast, easy, and you save time and
money! The can also provide you with Travelers' checks, bank drafts, and
transfers. U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere and rates can be atrocious! Current Exchange Rate:
Check Today's Exchange Rate
Click here for language
helps, dictionaries,
electronic translators,
language software and other helps for learning
a foreign language. Being able to speak at least some of the language in the
country you are visiting will help you have a better time and enjoy your trip
more. Jim.
HotelsCentral.com
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Offers discount hotel reservations in Czech Republic, Italy, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Russia, Spain, The Netherlands, Ukraine, United Kingdom. We offer locally negotiated prices and local customer support.
Poland Business Etiquette and Culture - An excellent
guide to business culture and etiquette in Poland. This guide to Poland business etiquette and culture covers
many aspects of doing business in Poland. It is our goal to provide practical,
accurate, and up-to-date tips on Poland business culture and etiquette, written
by experts in business consulting in Poland. We encourage visitors to leave
questions or comments on our discussion boards, moderated by experts in
intercultural training and business.
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Interesting Links
For Poland
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Executive Planet™
provides valuable tips on business etiquette, customs and protocol for doing
business worldwide. Our guides are co-authored by experts in international
business etiquette, who are available to answer your questions on the discussion
board.
Let's Make a Deal - negotiating tactics, the value of connections, recommended
business card style and content, business card protocol, sitting and presenting
yourself in meetings, language for brochures and promotional material, pace of
business, preferred presentation styles, final agreements, thinking styles,
adherence to company policy, and more on Poland business culture . . .
Prosperous Entertaining - typical mealtimes throughout the day, best venues for
business entertaining, punctuality for social events, dinner table seating
etiquette, mealtime etiquette, importance of alcohol, toasting, guidelines for
hosting a banquet/social event, what foods should be served/avoided, accepting
and declining invitations, and more on Poland business etiquette. . .
Appointment Alert! - typical vacation times, recommended appointment times,
length of the lunch hour, signals that indicate beginning or end of an
appointment, best arrival time (early, late, right on time), and more on Poland
business culture. . . Gift Giving - recommended gifts, gifts to avoid, good and
bad colors for wrapping paper, how to present a gift to individuals and groups,
guidelines for receiving gifts, and more on Poland business culture. . . First
Name or Title? - using titles such as 'Doctor', naming conventions to avoid,
when to use first names, and more. . . Public Behavior - how to greet strangers
and introduce yourself, the rules for men shaking hands with women, acceptable
demeanor, rules for eye contact, gestures/sayings to avoid, and more on Poland
business culture. . . Business Dress - is dress modest, conservative, etc.,
specific dress requirements for men and women, what visitors should wear to
social functions, and more on Poland business culture. . Conversation - welcome
and unwelcome topics of conversation, the role of compliments, the tone of voice
to be used, whether your hosts are physical or more reserved, and more on Poland
business etiquette. For additional information, click on
http://www.executiveplanet.com/index.php?title=Poland
