Travel / Seeking recommendations for car travel from Gdansk' GDN airport to Poznan [5]

Hello,

We have an aggressive arrival schedule. Immediately after arriving at GDN (after a 9 hour flight) we will be driving to Poznan. I would like to get to Poznan by 4PM. At the same time, I want to add stops at every hour just to take a short break. Are there any places between Gdansk and Poznan that we can pull off easily without getting drastically directed off route (not more than 0.5 km from the route)? A place with restrooms and a store would be preferable.

Thanks!

Love / What to expect at a bachelor party in Poland? [15]

We're going to Poland for a wedding. The best man contacted me about a bachelor party for the groom. He said he was planning it and wanted to know if I wanted to join. Since I have not been to a Polish bachelor party, I wanted to get an idea on what to expect. What traditions are normally involved? Do I bring a gift? It seems like they are staying somewhere overnight. Do I offer to contribute money to the party?

Thanks!

Travel / Lake Narie near Kretowiny? [3]

Hi. We're thinking of going to Lake Narie near Kretowiny. What's the water temperature like around mid-August?

I went to a lake a few years back around the same vicinity during the month of July, and it was a bit chilly. I also went to the Baltic shores during that visit, and I remember the water being cold, as well.

Thanks!

Travel / Fireworks during the New Year (Sylwester) celebration in Poland? [7]

I've searched both Google and here. I'm not sure if I'm typing int he right keywords. In some European countries like Germany, I hear that people celebrate the New Year with a lot of fireworks. Everyone sets off fireworks from their place, and it seems like war has broken out. Is it the same thing in Poland?

I'll be spending my first Christmas and New Year in Poland, and if fireworks can be had and allowed during the New Year, then I would like to take part of it.

Travel / Białka Tatrzanska lodging? [17]

We tentatively have reservations for U Dziedzica, ul. Środkowa 292, 34-405 Białka Tatrzanska from the last week of 26 December until 1 January. A friend wants to join us, but the lodging place doesn't have any more rooms I've checked Booking. for nearby lodging, but they all seemed sold out.

Are there any other places I can check for lodging? I'd like to find one with an open room that is nearby (walking distance or within 5 mins drive). Thanks!

Travel / Ideas on what to do in the vicinity of Paslek, Poland this Christmas [8]

I'll be in Paslek this December to spend the holidays with the family. I've searched this forum as well as Trip Advisor, but could not find anything useful. The tri-city area will be on my list of places to visit, but I'm looking for additional ideas. The family was suggesting a trip to Zakopane, but I'm not a big fan of driving 10+ hours south for just a few days of skiing. I'm not sure if there are closer ski areas, but if there are, then that would be a possible option.

Anyway, if anyone has tips, I would greatly appreciate it. I want to be proactive with planning this time because the last time I was in the area, I pretty much just stayed in the house. Dziekuje!

Law / Bringing overseas foreign workers into Poland? [2]

I met a business man on a trip. We were discussing about starting a business. The topic of bringing in overseas workers to Poland came up. The idea was to build up a business like a spa resort using overseas workers for some of the services and eventually integrate local employment as the business pick up.

The unknowns of our conversation include:

1. Laws regarding hiring temporary foreign workers
2. Tax implications
3. Restrictions of workers from certain countries
4. Requirements of foreign workers

These questions are geared towards someone specializing in law. But I do not know if there is a specific law discipline that covers this or if multiple ones are involved. If so, what type of lawyers should be consulted?

Thanks!

Travel / Airline tickets from LOT... changing flights. [29]

I called up LOT today to ask some questions about airline tickets, and they told me all the information is on the website. The customer service representative probably just wanted to end the conversation quickly so she could have some kielbasa. Anyway, I could not find all the information on their website. Here are my questions:

1. If I get a refundable (or economy flex) ticket, how many times am I allowed to change my flight?

2. If on a refundable ticket, do I need to pay the difference between what I paid and the ticket price of the new date? If so, what if the new ticket price comes out cheaper than what I paid? Will I get a refund?

3. What's the latest notice I can give them to change my flight to a new date? Can I change my flight as late as 1 day before my current departure date?

4. If you change your flight, do you still have to pay additional taxes on the new ticket?

5. If I buy a non-refundable ticket (or economy saver), is there a cut off time period where I cannot change my flight anymore? I know that you can change your flight after you pay 100 EUR, but I wasn't sure if you can still change your flight 1 day before your current departure date.

.... and the reason I am asking is this. My mother-in-law will be coming to visit with us. However, we may want her to stay with us a little bit longer (a few extra months) just to help us when my wife starts her new job and school. I know that a B-2 tourist visa is allowed up to 6 months of stay, but the actual length of stay is determined by the customs officer. If we can get her to stay for up to 1 year, then she'd be able to help us with the household (i.e., cook and clean) while we adjust to a new schedule.

Thanks!