atlantic
28 Mar 2008
Law / Polish EU Drivers Licence - can I get one the easy way (by paying for it)? [185]
Hahaha
No. That would be illegal. I just advise people how best to put their money to use.
Hahaha
atlantic
28 Apr 2008
Life / GPS Satellite Navigation systems for driving in Poland [24]
I've used Metroguide Europe for my Garmin 76S. THe only thing about my GPS is that it has a small screen, so you have to use it with care when driving; However, this GPS packs quite a punch. I've used it when hiking in the Mountains, I've used it on bike trips. I recommnend Garmin to anyone looking at GPS's.
Below is what you would expect from Metroguide software.
garmin.com/cgi-bin/mapgen/webmap.cgi?p=14221313&l=0&u=1&v=0&cp=77CF0EED5A7BF2A6&z=24&x=300&y=225&w=600&h=450&d=2&rz=0&k=1&sc=1
I've used Metroguide Europe for my Garmin 76S. THe only thing about my GPS is that it has a small screen, so you have to use it with care when driving; However, this GPS packs quite a punch. I've used it when hiking in the Mountains, I've used it on bike trips. I recommnend Garmin to anyone looking at GPS's.
Below is what you would expect from Metroguide software.
garmin.com/cgi-bin/mapgen/webmap.cgi?p=14221313&l=0&u=1&v=0&cp=77CF0EED5A7BF2A6&z=24&x=300&y=225&w=600&h=450&d=2&rz=0&k=1&sc=1
atlantic
29 May 2009
atlantic
9 Nov 2020
News / How do Poles feel about Biden? [59]
I think Biden will get along great with the EU, and Poland ruling party Pis will be placed under pressure to "behave themselves". Other than Hungary, they won't have anybody else who will have their back.
Same goes for the UK. Biden will favor good relations with the EU over those with the UK. Boris will have to reconsider the relationship he wants to have with the EU. Perhaps he shouldn't have waster so much time.
I think Biden will get along great with the EU, and Poland ruling party Pis will be placed under pressure to "behave themselves". Other than Hungary, they won't have anybody else who will have their back.
Same goes for the UK. Biden will favor good relations with the EU over those with the UK. Boris will have to reconsider the relationship he wants to have with the EU. Perhaps he shouldn't have waster so much time.
atlantic
15 Mar 2021
USA, Canada / Difficulty in getting an appointment for a Polish passport (New York area) [3]
Has anyone else tried to book a date for a passport appointment? I've been trying for the past few weeks on the NYC consulates website, but it keeps saying its not available. Apparently, they are made available every working day at 8PM, Eastern time. However, when I check the website at 8PM Eastern time, it appears as if they've all been taken.
secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/Wizyty/Paszportowe/RejestracjaTerminuWizytyPaszportowej.aspx?guid=82084e4eb747469db72c71afe3f59a66
Has anyone else tried to book a date for a passport appointment? I've been trying for the past few weeks on the NYC consulates website, but it keeps saying its not available. Apparently, they are made available every working day at 8PM, Eastern time. However, when I check the website at 8PM Eastern time, it appears as if they've all been taken.
secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/Wizyty/Paszportowe/RejestracjaTerminuWizytyPaszportowej.aspx?guid=82084e4eb747469db72c71afe3f59a66
atlantic
16 Mar 2021
USA, Canada / Difficulty in getting an appointment for a Polish passport (New York area) [3]
It's not possible to book for NYC. I'm trying to book 2 people for a passport application appointment and it just comes back as a lack of availability (brak terminow). See website below:
secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/default.aspx
It's not possible to book for NYC. I'm trying to book 2 people for a passport application appointment and it just comes back as a lack of availability (brak terminow). See website below:
secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/default.aspx
atlantic
16 Nov 2021
News / What should Poland do with the problem of Belarus? [1800]
Poland can't do anything. Putin has Lukashenkas back. In fact, Putin is notorious for such acts. See article below:
reuters.com/article/us-europe-migrants-finland-russia/flow-of-migrants-into-finland-from-russia-dries-up-helsinki-idUSKCN0WJ1NP
Poland can't do anything. Putin has Lukashenkas back. In fact, Putin is notorious for such acts. See article below:
reuters.com/article/us-europe-migrants-finland-russia/flow-of-migrants-into-finland-from-russia-dries-up-helsinki-idUSKCN0WJ1NP
atlantic
5 May 2022
News / Should Poland pay for gas in rubles? [194]
The Baltic pipeline from Norway will be active some time in the fall. LNG shipments are contracted from the US. The price of gas will be higher, but it will be a kick in the balls for Putin when the rest of the EU follows suit.
The Baltic pipeline from Norway will be active some time in the fall. LNG shipments are contracted from the US. The price of gas will be higher, but it will be a kick in the balls for Putin when the rest of the EU follows suit.
atlantic
5 May 2022
News / Should Poland pay for gas in rubles? [194]
Probably Orban, he's good at sucking up to Putler.
Probably Orban, he's good at sucking up to Putler.
atlantic
7 Jun 2022
Work / Relocating to Poland for work [10]
I think you'll be OK as you have no family to support. The wages in Poland have increased over the years, but so as inflation.
I think you'll be OK as you have no family to support. The wages in Poland have increased over the years, but so as inflation.
atlantic
6 Sep 2022
Real Estate / Can I buy land in Poland remotely? [14]
Do you have to visit Poland in person to buy a plot of land? Can it be done remotely?
Do you have to visit Poland in person to buy a plot of land? Can it be done remotely?
atlantic
7 Sep 2022
Real Estate / Can I buy land in Poland remotely? [14]
@cms neuf
I do have a Polish passport and probably a PESEL too.
@cms neuf
I do have a Polish passport and probably a PESEL too.
atlantic
22 Jun 2023
Polonia / Polish community in Switzerland [10]
Hello all, I'm contemplating a move to Switzerland with my wife and two kids. We are currently in NJ in the states and are both Polish born, hence a move to Switzerland would be convenient when we want to visit family in Poland. Does anyone know of Polish communities in the Zurich area?
Hello all, I'm contemplating a move to Switzerland with my wife and two kids. We are currently in NJ in the states and are both Polish born, hence a move to Switzerland would be convenient when we want to visit family in Poland. Does anyone know of Polish communities in the Zurich area?
atlantic
23 Jun 2023
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26 Jun 2023
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27 Jun 2023
Polonia / Polish community in Switzerland [10]
@Cargo pants The Polish food has gone downhill recently. I stopped buying the meals from Piast when I ended up with food that seemed like it had been heated up yesterday. And apparently, Piast is supposed to be one of the better ones. Regarding the fake Biedronka, I wonder how they get around trademark infringement issues regarding use of the logo and name. I guess the Biedronka in Poland could care less and or there's very little they can do.
@Cargo pants The Polish food has gone downhill recently. I stopped buying the meals from Piast when I ended up with food that seemed like it had been heated up yesterday. And apparently, Piast is supposed to be one of the better ones. Regarding the fake Biedronka, I wonder how they get around trademark infringement issues regarding use of the logo and name. I guess the Biedronka in Poland could care less and or there's very little they can do.
atlantic
24 Aug 2023
Travel / Buying a car in Poland for short term use and then sell it afterwards [3]
So as the title says. I'm traveling to Poland for about 8 weeks, and it would be very helpful to have a car while I'm there. Renting would be too expensive and I don't want to be borrowing from family. How practical is it to buy some used car in Poland, register, and insure it. Drive it for 8 weeks and then sell it? To make things simpler, I still have a valid Polish drivers license and I may still be registered to an address in Poland.
So as the title says. I'm traveling to Poland for about 8 weeks, and it would be very helpful to have a car while I'm there. Renting would be too expensive and I don't want to be borrowing from family. How practical is it to buy some used car in Poland, register, and insure it. Drive it for 8 weeks and then sell it? To make things simpler, I still have a valid Polish drivers license and I may still be registered to an address in Poland.
atlantic
24 Aug 2023
Travel / Buying a car in Poland for short term use and then sell it afterwards [3]
@Cargo pants
Thanks, I might just send a car to Poland for use when I or someone from my family visits.
P.S. I have the new Polish drivers license that expires some time next year due to me wearing contact lenses. Without them it would have been good for 10 years.
@Cargo pants
Thanks, I might just send a car to Poland for use when I or someone from my family visits.
P.S. I have the new Polish drivers license that expires some time next year due to me wearing contact lenses. Without them it would have been good for 10 years.
atlantic
25 Aug 2023
Law / Urgently need somewhere in Poland to stay - short-term government assistance? [17]
@O_W
Check out the hostels in Poland. They are the cheapest option. Of course it depends where in PL you will be. Look at booking.com as well. There are some hotels that are very cheap. $20-$30 per night.
@O_W
Check out the hostels in Poland. They are the cheapest option. Of course it depends where in PL you will be. Look at booking.com as well. There are some hotels that are very cheap. $20-$30 per night.
atlantic
28 Aug 2023
Law / Urgently need somewhere in Poland to stay - short-term government assistance? [17]
@Cargo pants
I'm sure the OP is more concerned about having a roof over their head then going out for drinks late at night.
@Cargo pants
I'm sure the OP is more concerned about having a roof over their head then going out for drinks late at night.
atlantic
1 Sep 2023
Law / Urgently need somewhere in Poland to stay - short-term government assistance? [17]
@gumishu
I noticed now. LOL
@gumishu
I noticed now. LOL
atlantic
4 Sep 2025
Real Estate / Inherited land in Poland - ideas? [4]
Hello all,
I've inherited a decent sized plot of land in Poland. Its been used for agricultural purposes for years, dating back to my great grandparents and there aren't any houses in the very near vicinity. There is a dirt road providing access to it, off of a paved road situated 300ft away. There's a few windmills surrounding it. A small town is located about a 10min drive away offering small shops and small restaurants. Through this town, runs a highway which provides access to larger cities, amongst them Rzeszow.
Other than agriculture, what other purposes can this land serve?
I currently, live abroad in the US, but I do visit Poland on an annual basis. It would be nice to build a small off grid cabin there for summer stays in the countryside, or perhaps even several cabins and run it as an air b&b.
How can I find out about the logistics and building codes/permits to do anything with it?
Regards,
Hello all,
I've inherited a decent sized plot of land in Poland. Its been used for agricultural purposes for years, dating back to my great grandparents and there aren't any houses in the very near vicinity. There is a dirt road providing access to it, off of a paved road situated 300ft away. There's a few windmills surrounding it. A small town is located about a 10min drive away offering small shops and small restaurants. Through this town, runs a highway which provides access to larger cities, amongst them Rzeszow.
Other than agriculture, what other purposes can this land serve?
I currently, live abroad in the US, but I do visit Poland on an annual basis. It would be nice to build a small off grid cabin there for summer stays in the countryside, or perhaps even several cabins and run it as an air b&b.
How can I find out about the logistics and building codes/permits to do anything with it?
Regards,
atlantic
4 Sep 2025
Real Estate / Inherited land in Poland - ideas? [4]
Thank you for the information. I'll look into this on the website you shared.
Thank you for the information. I'll look into this on the website you shared.