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Kerry's Eastern Europe Travel Blog May 2008 Archive

By Kerry Kubilius, About.com Guide to Eastern Europe Travel

Hotel Metropol Downtown Warsaw

Saturday May 31, 2008
Looking for a basic, no-nonsense hotel with a prime location in Warsaw? Hotel Metropol may be just what you're looking for. This well-established Warsaw hotel was recently renovated; the room ... Read More

Barracuda Seafood Restaurant in Gdansk

Friday May 30, 2008
If you're in Gdansk and want a nice bite to eat, consider Barracuda, located on Piwna Street. In warm weather, patio seating is available, but the low-lit interior decorated with ... Read More

Using Credit Cards in Poland

Friday May 30, 2008
Credit cards are widely accepted in Poland's largest cities. While you should always carry some cash with you, if you come up short at dinner, plastic will normally suffice. Some ... Read More

A Snack of Polish Pierogi at U Vincenta in Krakow

Thursday May 22, 2008
A day of walking in Krakow can leave you ravaged by hunger and in dire need of some hearty, filling food to keep you going till evening. For a quick ... Read More

Rooftop Gardens at the Warsaw University Library

Wednesday May 21, 2008
Summertime is the ideal season in which to visit the rooftop gardens at the Warsaw University Library. This relatively new point of interest in Warsaw is an expanse of green ... Read More

United Buddy Bears in Warsaw from May 10 to July 22, 2008

Tuesday May 20, 2008
The United Buddy Bears arrived in Warsaw's Castle Square on May 10, 2008. These colorful sculptures have been painted by artists on behalf of their home countries. There is one ... Read More

Tygmont Jazz Club in Warsaw

Saturday May 17, 2008
If you crave nightlife and love music, be sure to check out Tygmont Jazz Club while you're in Warsaw. This dark and smokey live music venue, open to 4 or ... Read More

Visit Gdansk Poland

Friday May 16, 2008
Gdansk, a Baltic seaport, is a major Polish city worth incorporating in your Poland itinerary. This city is known for its amber, its seafood, and its history. Called "Danzig" by ... Read More

Poland in May

Friday May 16, 2008
Early May in Poland is an ideal time to travel for those who want to beat the summer rush and still experience this East-Central European nation during the warm-weather months. ... Read More

Looking for a Great Currency Converter Online?

Wednesday May 7, 2008
This universal currency converter is a handy tool for looking up current currency exchange rates. Use it at home or while abroad to get an idea of how far your ... Read More

Make Your Travel to Eastern Europe Less Stressful!

Tuesday May 6, 2008
Maybe you aren't a worrier. Maybe you're one of those happy-go-lucky travelers who delights in last-minute deals and spur-of-the-moment decisions. I envy you - I'm not one of those people. ... Read More

Warsaw Tourist Office

Monday May 5, 2008
If you're traveling to Warsaw and you have questions about hotels, attractions, restaurants, or transporations, contact the Warsaw Tourist Office. Its website also offers valuable information about touring Warsaw. The ... Read More

Poland's Railway System

Thursday May 1, 2008
If you're traveling throughout Poland, train is a great way to travel. The national train service has timetables and a route planner in English on its website, www.pkp.pl. You can ... Read More
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