Traveling to Poland is a wonderful way to experience firsthand one of the most significant cultural renaissances of the late 20th century. Following the collapse of the Communist government, the Polish Solidarity movement established market reforms and republican democracy. After decades of struggle and turmoil, first under the Nazis and then under the Communists, the Poles were finally able to gain control of their country, culture, and economy.

Given the dynamism of these reforms, Poland is an incredibly exciting place to be. You can travel to medieval architectural gems, like the Malbork Castle in Malbork, the Wawel Castle in Krakow (the former home of the Polish monarchy for six centuries), and the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa. You can also explore modern hotels, stylish European dining, and advanced technology and industry.

Poland offers much in the way of outdoor activities. The country has set aside over 22 national parks--more than one percent of the total area of the country. Within these nature preserves, you can find over 80 types of birds as well as amazing flora. You could even catch a glimpse of the proud bison, the largest land animal roving the European countryside today.

One of the best ways to plan your Polish adventure is to sign up for a guided tour with Poland and Beyond. Our company is renowned throughout the industry for planning the most sophisticated, on budget, and culturally interesting tours. You can peruse our itineraries online and get free tips on visa and passport information as well as a primer on Polish history and geography.