Travel / Krakow going down the toilet! [184]

I have just found the forum. I am someone who lived in Krakow, before the "Easy Jet Brigade" arrived, and go back at least twice a year. I totally agree with you the behaviour of the "stag nighters" is disgraceful. I often apologise to my polish friends and explain that this really is not typical British behaviour, and they would not do half the things that they do in Krakow in their own country.

Yes I love to party and love a great time, however the behaviour of the" stag nighters" makes me feel ashamed to be British and I find myself apologising all the time. However, it does not stop there it overspills to Balice airport, and the party starts all over again,in the airport and on the plane by drunken a.... h..... regardless if there are children on board or not the, the F word is used in rapid succession. I have lost count the amount of times I have told these "stag nighters" that bare bottoms and beer are not acceptable on the dance floor!

Travel / Krakow going down the toilet! [184]

Sorry, but by judging by the state of some of these "stag nighters", they can hardly negotiate their way to their hotel let alone contemplate a night of unadulterated passion!!

Travel / Krakow going down the toilet! [184]

I think that I may have over generalised the word "stag nighters". I like Lisa have met some wonderful male "stag nighters" in my various escapades in Krakow, they have been true gentlemen, really funny and great to be around. I suppose it is the a.... h... element I am talking about, that spoil it for the rest of the stag people in Krakow. I remember saying to one party of stag nighters "why did you bring that little s... with you", because he was obnoxious and smart and basically thought he was great, and the reply was "he wanted to come with us". It only takes one to tarnish the reputation of the stag nighters.

I apologise for my over generalisation, it was wrong what I should have said "never bring a little s... on a stag night party, it spoils it for the all the rest" that should be be slogan than goes out to every tourist operator in every high street. It's always the same the minority spoil it for the majority.

UK, Ireland / Integrating Polish people into the British society [150]

You have never lived outside of your own country have you? Anyone can preach such ideals, whilst sitting in a "lazy boy", comfortable in the knowledge that the state will bail you out if it all goes" pear shaped". Get real and get a life outside your comfort zone.

UK, Ireland / Integrating Polish people into the British society [150]


"Oh dear! Mister H don't be so personal when it comes to describing yourself! have some respect, if you can spell that word of course.

Please note that Mister H was quoting from another source and used " " marks to do so.

UK, Ireland / Integrating Polish people into the British society [150]


Sorry Mister H . Please accept my apology.

UK, Ireland / Integrating Polish people into the British society [150]


I am sorry this reply was meant for another poster in connection with this subject. I am new to this forum, and pressed the reply button, which just happened be be posted after your message. I have got the hang of the workings now, and as you will see I am using the quote and reply button together so no more confusion as to whom the messages are for.

Of course I can see how angry you would be to receive a reply such as mine in response to your well balanced article.

Sorry I really apoligise.

UK, Ireland / Integrating Polish people into the British society [150]

What's wrong with Jeremy Kyle? I thought that he was looked upon as the "Mother Teresa" of the Uk, he seems to be able to solve everything from alcholism to serial sex offender within one week! and his psycholigist Graham well he has moved mountains, what Graham cannot do is not worth mentioning.

Life / Do some folks have no shame? Krakow experience. [43]


Isn't every city!

Life / "Londyńczycy" - TVP's production about Polish immigrants in UK. [11]

I would be grateful if someone could explain what the programme contains. It's just that I want to pass it onto my Polish friends, but if its negative and biased, that would not give a fair overall picture of real life here.

Have they chosen a cross-section of polish people to interview? I was also wondering is it all based in London, or do they choose other cities.

A little explanation would be great, and what time does it appear on TVP1 in Poland?

Love / Why english men like polish women ? [126]


You are from the North of England arn't you? I must admit we are a great bunch of people. Quite unique really, I like to think so.


Oh! what a great role model Margaret was, what exactly are her children doing now. Do they have a permanent job! I suspect not, but they do have great "Victorian Values". Margaret Thatcher was about one person only and that was herself and power at the time.

Love / Why english men like polish women ? [126]

Barney I am also half Irish, we all know the Irish values.

The Irish women are strong people, they don't need someone like Margaret to let the rest of the world know who is in control. We can do this for ourselves.

Margaret had no influence upon myself and my beliefs, you cannot change what you have been brought up. Margaret Thatcher changed some things for the good, I will admit this. What she also did was make people believe that they could persue their careers at all costs. This is not acceptable when you have children,, they come first all the time. It is impossible to have it both ways, something has to give,and unfortunately we have to pay for this in Britain now.

Work / Secret Life of a Jubilat employee [3]

Oh maybe I got it wrong about the Jubilat being national. I seem to remember being in one in Warsaw and Posnan. Anyway, yes it does apply to most supermarkets, but I think that Jubilat takes the "supermarket grammy award for outstanding unpleasant services to industry" .

News / NUDE BRITISH MEN RUNNING AROUND IN WROCLAW [82]

The ironic turn to this story is, that the polish had the last laugh. They said that the British gave a show and had to pay 250zl for it. To be honest I was surprised, but some polish saw this more of a laugh than a big shock. Maybe they are just getting used to the "crazy british", I don't know.

News / NUDE BRITISH MEN RUNNING AROUND IN WROCLAW [82]


Yes you are exactly right, if it were two Katie's and a Samantha running around the market square naked the local policia would be inundated with new-recruit application forms.

It would prove to be a much tougher task though, from the policia point of view to arrest a female rather than a male.

Love / Understanding Polish Man [41]


Sounds like a typical case of High Functioning Autism HFA/Aspergers Syndrome to me.

Check this out on google and see if you find any similarities

Language / Why Polish people use so many words to describe a situation? [122]


The book has obviously not been proofread to the required standard

Language / Why Polish people use so many words to describe a situation? [122]


[quote=Seanus]

Depending upon the context, it may be possible that both are corect "on or in". What do you think?

Language / Why Polish people use so many words to describe a situation? [122]


Yes, now I know why it takes to up to 15 minutes to find out it we are going in the right direction, there is so much debate upon which is the "correct linguistic response", now even I am confused!

Nevermind ,I still love Krakow, even if it takes me 40 mins in the wrong direction!. The only poster I really understood was Mafketis, I thought that his theory was very interesting and probably answered my question , taking into account many avenues which I had not considered. Thank you Mafketis.

However this theory would probably not hold out so well with a Polish taxi driver, but I shall try and let you know.

Shall we have the next debate about where the comma should be in a sentance? It could prove very very interesting, and could turn the" linguistic world upside down"!

Language / Why Polish people use so many words to describe a situation? [122]


How many words can you use to say "I am lost", where is Krakow?

News / Polish-Hungarian friendship - reality till today or just a phantasmagoria [144]

My hungarian friend once said to me, and this is from his mouth "The Hungarians are tricky people" I do believe this to be true.

News / Dealing with constant insults against Polish [323]


No it is generally people, not just english who have never travelled, have a low level of education, who follow the rest of the sheep, because they know no better than to follow what they think is funny or appropriate at the time.

News / Polish-Hungarian friendship - reality till today or just a phantasmagoria [144]

Are there any?

News / Polish-Hungarian friendship - reality till today or just a phantasmagoria [144]


What the same women for 7 years running! No you are right I don't get out often. I need a life!

Love / In his eyes. I have a good friend who is Polish, he lived in Bialstok. [7]


Perhaps you should look into Aspergers, or Social Anxiety to ascertain if he displays any of the traits connected with this Syndrome. There may be other traits he displays, which you are not consciously aware of, and could appear quite strange to you but not to him.

It's just a thought! He's maybe just different to other people, everyone can be individual when they want to me. I hope that this helps.

Love / Polish Girlfriend gone missing [154]


I am interested in this statement and would be grateful if you could elaborate upon this. What are the basic differences and expectations between the British and Polish when covering the situation of "keeping in touch".

The reason I ask it that when I lived in Krakow, I had a great friend, we still keep in touch but not as regularly as we did a year ago. When I go back, its just like old times but she can go almost 1 or 2 months without contact. It seems that the longer you know the person the less frequent the communication becomes. Is this a Polish thing, that you feel that when you know someone well you do not have to contact them as regular as you used to. It's almost total reverse to the British friendship situation.

It just always feels like I am making the effort. Any thoughts would be great.

Love / Polish Girlfriend gone missing [154]

I know everyone has been left in suspense. I have been thinking about this many times. Ted everyone needs a conclusion on this one!