Travel / Opinion on which cities in Poland to spend the most days in. [21]

Thanks for the tips and insight guys. I got back from my trip a few weeks ago. Poland was fantastic. I ended up doing Krakow, Warsaw , Gdansk/Sopot/Gdynia. Ended up taking Polskibus from Warsaw to Gdansk, 5 hours. Easy to find, clean, comfortable, plus they had wi-fi on board. You don't even see that in the US.

Language / Recommended for learners: Michel Thomas Method Polish Audiobook [60]

I used the Pimsleur Polish course for my trip to Poland this year. I used the downloadable version and had it on my phone and used it when I had free time; pretty convenient . I learned enough Polish to make my way around and get by. Personally, I liked it. It's a great introduction to the language. Price is fair, too.

Genealogy / THE MEANING AND RESEARCH OF MY POLISH LAST NAME, SURNAME? [4501]

Stepenaskie - My grandfather's last name on an American census form. My dad told me the in the Polish Catholic school he went too, he spelled the last name Szczepanowski. I can't seem to trace the family back to Poland though, still looking though, would appreciate any help on the meaning! I looked through this thread, the closest I found was Szczepanski. Thanks for your help!

Law / U.S. Citizen Moving to Poland - opening business? [36]

That's awesome! Sounds like you are doing good things, nice to hear that sort of story. I wish the best for you and the students you help.

Oh that's too funny about the people from Dickson. You really are from da valley if you know about henna or however you spell it, seen it lots of ways. My parents used to own a pizza place in Peckville on Main Street. My sister owns it now. The guy I ran into actually knew my parents, and remembered me from when I was a little kid. I was shocked when he said it to me. I went back to the Valley a few years ago, wow is it different now.

Yeah, I got your replies. Thank you for the info! I do appreciate it. I'm so torn about skipping Gdansk... I know I'm not going to see every single thing, but I wanted to have a few cities checked off. Thanks for the tip on the restaurant, I'll check it out. Although I'm looking forward to some authentic polish food. Haven't had any since my grandfather passed away. I'll check out the other places you mentioned!

Law / U.S. Citizen Moving to Poland - opening business? [36]

The other guy was the one looking for info about moving and starting a business. I just happened to read the thread and noticed you were from PA, thought it was pretty cool. I ran into another guy from Peckville on a flight to Alaska, just last week. I also know a guy that retired from PG&W. What made you move to Poland, if you don't mind me being nosey?

Law / U.S. Citizen Moving to Poland - opening business? [36]

Small world. I was born in Scranton myself. How long have you been in Poland DominicB?

Travel / Opinion on which cities in Poland to spend the most days in. [21]

I looked into trains. I might just do that instead, I'm up for an adventure. How about bag space though? I'll have a fairly large suitcase since I'll be in Europe for a month, is space adequate on the intercity trains? Specifically the ones from Warsaw to Gdansk , Gdansk to Poznan? Can't really find any answer anywhere. Thanks again for the help, I greatly appreciate it.

Travel / Opinion on which cities in Poland to spend the most days in. [21]

Thanks for the opinions! Gives me something to think about, figured flying would be easier for me than changing trains since I only know English.

Travel / Opinion on which cities in Poland to spend the most days in. [21]

I read about the trains and travel times, decided to just fly instead and make it easy, plus save all the time. Fairly cheap too, compared to the US. I actually arrive in Warsaw the afternoon of the 3rd, so I have the whole day on the 4th. Also, I don't expect to see everything this first trip. Just trying to get familiar with the country and how travel works.

Travel / Warsaw transport mobile phones app - iPhone/iPad/Nokia and travel apps [15]

Lol, that's funny pip. I have no one to call though, my grandfather was the last person in the family to speak Polish. They never passed the language down to us.

Thank you both for the info!

Travel / Warsaw transport mobile phones app - iPhone/iPad/Nokia and travel apps [15]

Merged: Poland travel apps

I'm looking to visit Poland soon, however I only speak English. I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on travel apps for smartphones? Or a good translation app that doesn't require a data connection. I already have a few good books, but I prefer not to take them all with me :)

News / 23 Shale Wells Drilled This Year Alone in Poland - 41 More to Go... [50]

I work in the oil and gas industry, shale gas - fraking is bad. To bad they are doing it, although I can understand why.