Love / Polish girlfriend going back to Poland if I dont buy engagment ring [85]


I like this!

Off-Topic / Europe according to Poles and other European nations [44]

Very good. Thank you for sharing...i enjoyed this.

USA, Canada / REFUSED A HOLIDAY VISA TO THE U.S CAUSE IM POLISH [323]

I had no idea it was that difficult to get a holiday visa to this country? HA, not laughing at you, just seems ironic with all the undocumented people here. Perhaps that is the reason.

Work / Salary, holidays - questions to employer during a job interview in Poland [47]


I would say aim high, that way they you are showing that you expect to be paid like someone who has that position or is an expert at that position. Harder to get up in pay once you are there, aim high to begin. If they like you, they will give it to you, or they will come back at a lower price. Either way you win.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]

My favorite are Science Fiction. I have been watching a lot of Polish films lately.
Pornografia, The Career of Nikos Dyzma two of my favorites so far. I'm sure those are the translated spellings but if anyone has any suggestions on what Polish films to watch let me know!

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


I have never been to Zakopane. Planning my first trip to Poland this year. My brother and I are taking my Father, he has not been for over 50 years. He still skis, so maybe that is something I need to think about. Poland in Winter, or Spring rather than Spring/Summer.

Torq,
I agree, 1950 Chevy is a great car, doesn't matter what model others like, it is what you like. My father had a 64' Corvette, that was awesome.

Food is great! Just go to good restaurants and not the chains. Tons of fresh fish, best beef in the world! You have to remember that there are all sorts of foods here, because there are all sorts of people here. Baseball is ok, but American Football is the best sport. only 16 games, strategy over power wins out most of the time. Love football.

Food / Polish culinary dislikes [83]


Rocky Mountain Oysters in Colorado

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]


Not a bad idea. Drinking on the other hand...don't even think about it!

Life / How Polish are you? [74]

80% on the second test. 20% on the first.

Life / Reasons for moving to Poland [291]


You had me at 1, and solidified with 2. My two favorite loves of my life. That's not sad is it?

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


I am a skier, so while I like Vermont, I have always been more fond of Live Free or Die, New Hampshire, and You Cant Get There from Here, Maine.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]


That and Cigs here are over $8-9USD. That is pretty expensive. Down South cigs are $3-4USD. We tax them up here in Taxachusetts (Massachusetts).

I'll tell you though, people still go to the bars and restaurants. As I said, many restaurants and bars opened outdoor seating and patios that are a BIG hit. So business will not suffer as much as you think.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]


That's a generalization though. You can choose to get food from different sources, you do not have to elect to get goods from sketchy wholesalers. I personally like grass fed beef, and organic maple syrup. However, I don't care how my veggies were grown. Choices, choices, choices.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


That is until you actually do something like that and the court sides with the poor criminal. Think woman burning herself on McDonald's coffee and suing McDonald's because the coffee was too hot...

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


Yea right in Massachusetts. Basically if someone breaks into YOUR house and hurts himself, he is likely to sue you and win in Massachusetts.

You gotta respect Texas and the Southern states for their laws about protecting yourself. They don't mess around.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]

I was being sarcastic. Saying that essentially going to a restaurant where they smoke might as well serve cancer on their menus.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]

Have you decided on dinner yet? Would you like cancer with your steak?

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


Only in Texas! ;)

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]


I personally like it better. Don't smell like a bum after you come out of a restaurant.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


Ill probably see Rip Van Winkle in the Catskills! I think he is still in those camps.

Speaking of Rip Van Winkle, if anyone LOVES Burbon Whiskey, and you can afford it, Pappy's Old Rip Van Winkle 20 year old Burbon is the best tasting Whiskey I have ever had...that is coming from a Scotch guy!


Lake George is beautiful. Was up there this past fall for a wedding. Leaves were turning, bright sunny day. Can't beat that...except for the work camps of course.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]

In that none of that is true. Americans are voting the people in office, OUT of office right now because they haven't done what we have asked. That is the difference.

See Scott Brown in Massachusetts. Massachusetts is one of the most Liberal states in the US, but we voted a Republican in over a Democrat last month.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]

RonWest you are right. I can't walk down the street without being asked for my "papers." Wouldn't come here either. If you do, make sure you have your passport, and valid ID on you at all times.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]


Yea that's a little crazy.
Some buildings you can't smoke within 200 yards, like hospitals. That makes sense i guess.
I guess you would have to read the condo rules and everything if you are a smoker and looking to buy a condo. Smoking bans are a good thing though. I know, I know, but it keeps your healthier, others healthier, and you don't smell like a cigarette after you go out to eat.

USA, Canada / What do the Poles hate and love about the U.S.? [170]


haha, couldn't have said it better.

Life / Do you think a smoking ban would be a good thing in Polish restaurants and Bars? [217]

IN the US we have a ban on smoking inside any building, restaurant, bar, pub, whatever. Just went into effect 6 years ago for bars (pubs). Didn't affect the business. People just went outside to smoke. Then they created outside seating and you can smoke out there in the spring, summer, and fall with your meals. Added business because you can eat outside now. Just not in the winter.

USA, Canada / Can anyone give information to where I could stay for few weeks in Chicago? [6]

Lincoln Park is nice. Do not stay south or west of the city...not great areas. Check craigslist for apartments to rent.

Travel / When is the best time (month) to see Poland? [31]


Nice. Thank you I didn't see that one. Appears to be July.

So what are some spots in Krakow and Wroclaw that are good to see/eat/drink?

Also, we wanted to visit Auschwitz, as that has been a huge part of history, albeit a somber part.

Travel / When is the best time (month) to see Poland? [31]


My Brother was in Paris for Christmas, and he stayed in an apartment, said he would never do a hotel again


Montreal, great city, cold cold cold, but a lot of fun. Of course I have only been in the winter.


that is something I didn't even think of (swimming/beach)

I studied in England @ Trinity College, only got to Spain and Italy, along with all over the UK, but didn't get to travel nearly as much as I would have liked.

Travel / When is the best time (month) to see Poland? [31]


He is 63, so not that old. We live in Boston so weather is probably similar in Winter. I do like scenery! He would too. What are the average temps?

Sean
I have have heard that Krakow is the place to be over Warsaw, is that true?

Travel / When is the best time (month) to see Poland? [31]

Definitely want to be able to walk around and not freeze, was thinking late spring or summer. I would like to do some touristy stuff, as well as drink at the pubs. Go to a sporting event. I like to take a lot of pictures as well. Any festivals that we should go to?