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Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak
by Kacper Nowak
The Poland Travel Podcast follows a single host as he settles in one Polish city or region, learns its everyday rhythms, then moves somewhere connected to it. Poland's distinctiveness lies in its geography: a flat plain that invites movement, mountains along the southern border, and weather that ranges from snowy winters to thundery summers. Travelling here means paying attention to layers of history.The range covers Kraków and the medieval streets of the south, Warsaw's reconstructed centre, the industrial city of Łódź, and the lake district in the north-east. It also reaches Silesia with its coal-mining towns and the Białowieża Forest on the eastern border. These places are seldom treated as a checklist; each gets episodes that return to the same streets in different light.The show unfolds across a Polish year, so episodes move with the seasons: winter fog in Łódź, thaw in the Tatra foothills, summer storms on the plains. The host returns to places he has already v
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Last Morning in Gdansk Before the Move
Kacper spends his final full day in Gdańsk, walking the Motława waterfront and visiting the European Solidarity Centre before packing up to leave for the lake district. He reflects on the city’s reconstruction, the cost of living, and the quiet beauty of a September morning. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Mariacka Street, Długa Street, Neptune Fountain, Cafe Luis, Żuraw (Gdańsk Crane), Motława River, Westerplatte, European Solidarity Centre. Covered: Gdańsk Old Town landmarks, Cost of living in Gdańsk, European Solidarity Centre history, Transition to lake district, Local dining and cafes. Chapters:00:00 Mariacka Street01:40 Wrzeszcz03:25 ING Bank Śląski05:06 Aleja Grunwaldzka06:33 Bar Mleczny Neptun A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandJourney #BalticCoast #HistoryBuff #TravelPodcast #AutumnInPoland #SolidarityCentre #OldTownGdansk #PierogiLove #MasurianLakes #TravellingSolo #PolandGuide #CulturalHeritage #Wanderlust #EuropeTravel #PodcastLife #KacperNowak #SlowTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Golden September Light and the Wrzeszcz Rhythm
Kacper navigates a rainy September day in Gdansk, moving between his home in Wrzeszcz, the Old Town market, and the Shipyard, while discussing transit costs, banking logistics, and the city's autumn cultural calendar. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast, Aleja Grunwaldzka, Wrzeszcz, Neptune Fountain, Mariacka Street, Żuraw, Chleb i Wino Stągiewna, Hala Targowa. Covered: Gdansk transit and costs, Old Town landmarks, Solidarity history, Local cuisine and dining, Weather and atmosphere, Residency logistics. Chapters:00:00 Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast01:49 Neptune Fountain03:49 Żuraw05:45 Hala Targowa07:31 Westerplatte09:14 Ergo Arena A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLife #Pomerania #SolidarityCentre #WrzeszczDistrict #BalticCoast #GdanskFood #AmberStreet #TramRide #RainyDay #HistoricalPoland #ExpatInPoland #TravelTips #CostOfLiving #CulturalEvents #MuseumVisit #SeafoodLover #AutumnVibes https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Golden September in Gdansk and the Wrzeszcz Rhythm
Kacper explores the late-summer light of Gdansk, visiting the European Solidarity Centre and enjoying a rainy afternoon coffee in Wrzeszcz, while reflecting on the city's history and cost of living. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Motława River, Mariacka Street, Neptune Fountain, Cafe Luis, Długa Street, Artus Court, European Solidarity Centre, Amber Museum. Covered: Gdansk daily routine, transit and transit costs, cost of dining in Gdansk, residency and banking logistics, European Solidarity Centre history, Wrzeszcz neighbourhood exploration. Chapters:00:00 Motława River02:15 Cafe Luis05:17 Amber Museum08:05 Żuraw10:45 Rain on pavement A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLife #SolidarityCentre #GdanskFood #Pomerania #BalticCoast #PolandOnABudget #GdanskOldTown #LivingInPoland #AmberCoast #TramRide #WrzeszczDistrict #EuropeanSolidarity #MilkBar #GdanskRain #SeptemberInPoland #SlowTravel #ResidentLife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Golden September in Gdansk and the Wrzeszcz Rhythm
Kacper explores the shift from tourist-heavy Old Town to local Wrzeszcz, navigating a rainy morning, visiting the European Solidarity Centre, and enjoying coffee at Leń while reflecting on settling into life in Gdańsk. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Wrzeszcz, Aleja Grunwaldzka, Hala Targowa, Leń, European Solidarity Centre, Motława, Żuraw, Artus Court. Covered: Gdansk daily routine, transport and transit costs, food and dining in Gdansk, historical reflection on reconstruction, neighbourhood exploration Wrzeszcz Oliwa, Wrzeszcz neighbourhood life. Chapters:00:00 Wrzeszcz01:48 Leń05:00 Motława08:13 Viceversa10:51 Aleja Grunwaldzka A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandExpatLife #VisitPomerania #SolidarityCentre #GdanskFoodScene #PublicTransportPoland #AmberCoast #LivingInPoland #OldTownGdansk #KashubianCulture #BalticSeaAutumn #TramRides #ExpatsInPoland #GdanskHistory #TravelOnABudget #PolishCuisine #WRSZEZZCHLIFE #EuropeOnFoot https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Golden September Light and the Wrzeszcz Rhythm
Kacper explores the contrast between Gdańsk’s historic Old Town and his local home in Wrzeszcz, navigating daily costs, a rainy morning coffee, and the city’s cultural shift into autumn. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 38 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Aleja Grunwaldzka, Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast & Brunch, Długa street, Neptune Fountain, Mariacka Street, Hala Targowa, Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Śródmieście, Long Market. Covered: Gdansk daily costs and currency, Residency and banking logistics, Wrzeszcz vs Old Town districts, Autumn cultural events in Gdansk, Transit passes and SKM travel. Chapters:00:00 Aleja Grunwaldzka01:58 Galeria Bałtycka04:44 Long Market07:03 Stogi09:14 Wielka Zbrojownia A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLiving #ExpatLifePoland #GdanskDaily #PomeraniaTourism #SlowTravelEurope #GdanskFoodScene #TransitTipsPoland #BalticCoast #SolidarityHistory #GdanskNeighborhoods #AutumnInPoland #WrzeszczDistrict #PolishCulture #TravelBudgetTips #GdanskArchitecture #KashubiaDayTrip #LiveInPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdansk Rain and the Wrzeszcz Rhythm
Day eight in Gdansk: navigating September showers, finding comfort in a local cafe, and reflecting on the city's layered history while settling into a new routine. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Wrzeszcz, Aleja Grunwaldzka, Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast & Brunch, Motława River, Długi Targ, Neptune's Fountain, Hala Targowa, European Solidarity Centre. Covered: Gdansk daily routine, Wrzeszcz neighbourhood exploration, Hala Targowa food hall experience, Cost of dining in Gdansk, Settling in and building a routine. Chapters:00:00 Motława River01:36 Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast & Brunch05:09 Żuraw06:52 Wrzeszcz A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLife #WrzeszczDistrict #HalaTargowa #BalticCoast #SolitaryHistory #PolishFood #ExpatLife #TravelPodcast #GdanskDaily #Pomerania #SlowTravel #AutumnInPoland #SeafoodLovers #TransitTips #ResidencyGuide #AmberCoast #CityWandering https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdansk Morning Light and the Amber Coast
Kacper explores the Motława waterfront, enjoys coffee and pierogi in the Old Town and Hala Targowa market, reflecting on the city's reconstruction and Solidarity history. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Motława River, Żuraw (Gdańsk Crane), Cafe Luis, Neptune Fountain, Stare Miasto, Hala Targowa, Long Market, Artus Court. Covered: Gdansk Old Town landmarks, Hala Targowa food hall experience, European Solidarity Centre history, Wrzeszcz neighbourhood life, Cost of living in Gdansk, Baltic coast seasonal changes. Chapters:00:00 Motława River02:18 Long Market04:53 Wrzeszcz06:13 Oliwa A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandPodcast #SolidarityCentre #HalaTargowa #OldTownGdansk #Pomerania #BalticCoast #PolishFood #PierogiLover #TravelDiaries #SlowTravel #HistoryBuff #AmberCity #MotlawaRiver #WrzeszczLife #CafeCulture #PublicTransport #CostOfLiving https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdansk Morning Light and the Amber Coast
Kacper explores the Motława waterfront, visits a cafe in the Old Town, eats pierogi at Hala Targowa, and reflects on the city's reconstruction and history before planning a trip to the Kashubian countryside. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Motława River, Główne Miasto, Długa Street, Cafe Luis, Mariacka Street, Hala Targowa, Wrzeszcz, University of Technology. Covered: Gdansk daily routine, transport and transit costs, food and dining in Gdansk, historical reflection on reconstruction, neighbourhood exploration Wrzeszcz Oliwa. Chapters:00:00 Motława River01:36 Główne Miasto04:38 Wrzeszcz07:20 Market09:53 Chmielno A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLife #MotlawaRiver #HalaTargowa #PierogiLovers #SolidarityHistory #GdanskFood #LivingInPoland #BalticCoast #WrzeszczNeighborhood #TravelOnABudget #PolishCulture #OldTownArchitecture #KashubianTrip #SlowTravel #ExpatLife #GdanskDaily #SeptemberInPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Westerplatte Morning Light and the Shipyard Echoes
Day five in Gdańsk. Kacper takes a water tram to Westerplatte for a quiet morning at the WWII memorial, reflects on the city’s reconstruction and Solidarity history, then explores the European Solidarity Centre before settling into Wrzeszcz life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Westerplatte, European Solidarity Centre, Amber Museum, Hala Targowa, Balans Coffee, Pierogarnia Mandu, Cafe Luis, Long Market. Covered: Westerplatte Memorial, European Solidarity Centre, Gdańsk Food Scene, Amber Trade History, Local Transit Costs, Kashubian Day Trips. Chapters:00:00 Balans Coffee01:37 Westerplatte03:23 Pierogarnia Mandu05:01 Long Market06:40 European Solidarity Centre A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #WesterplatteMemorial #SolidarityCentre #PolandHistory #BalticCoast #GdanskFood #AmberMuseum #WrzeszczDistrict #PolishCulture #WWIIHistory #TravelPodcast #SlowTravel #Kashubia #MotlawaRiver #GdanskLife #EuropeTravel #HistoricCities #PodcastRecommendation https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdansk Coastal Light and the Craft Beer Spine
Kacper explores the Wrzeszcz district's craft beer scene, walks the Jelitkowo beach, and reflects on the transition from summer tourist crowds to the quiet rhythm of local life in Gdańsk. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Motława River, Żuraw (Gdańsk Crane), Old Town, Długa Street, Wrzeszcz, Aleja Grunwaldzka, Balans Coffee Speciality & Breakfast & Brunch, Jelitkowo Beach. Covered: Wrzeszcz neighbourhood life, Gdansk transit and costs, Jelitkowo beach atmosphere, Craft beer culture, WWII history reflection, Seasonal transition in Pomerania. Chapters:00:00 Motława River02:50 Aleja Grunwaldzka05:40 Wrzeszcz07:47 University of Technology09:48 Zaspa Estate A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandLife #Pomerania #WrzeszczDistrict #CraftBeerPoland #BalticCoast #SlowTravel #LivingInPoland #SolidarityHistory #GdanskFood #PublicTransportGuide #AutumnInPoland #TriCity #ExpatLife #TravelPodcast #HiddenGems #CulturalHeritage #LocalLiving https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdansk Morning Light and the Amber Coast
Day three in Gdańsk: a walk along the Motława waterfront, the quiet history of the shipyard, and finding calm in Wrzeszcz as September settles over the Baltic coast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Motława River, Wrzeszcz, St. Mary’s Basilica, European Solidarity Centre, Neptune Fountain, Cafe Luis, Oliwa District, Oliwa Cathedral. Covered: Gdansk daily routine, transport and transit costs, food and dining in Gdansk, historical reflection on reconstruction, neighbourhood exploration Wrzeszcz Oliwa. Chapters:00:00 Motława River01:25 St. Mary’s Basilica04:36 Aleja Grunwaldzka06:19 Westerplatte07:55 Market A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GdanskTravel #PolandOnTheBaltic #MotlawaRiver #SolidarityHistory #GdanskFoodScene #HalaTargowa #Westerplatte #OliwaDistrict #GdanskTrams #PomeraniaTravel #PolishCoffeeCulture #BalticCoastLife #SlowTravelPoland #GdanskOldTown #EuropeanSolidarityCentre #KashubiaTrip #LivingInPoland #SeptemberInGdansk https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Gdańsk's Golden Light and the Taste of Amber
Kacper explores Gdańsk's old town, from the medieval crane to amber museums, and reflects on the city's reconstruction and the Solidarity legacy. He also checks out the reopened Hala Targowa food hall and the practical costs of living in this Baltic gem. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Gdańsk, Motława River, Long Market, Neptune's Fountain, Żuraw crane, Hala Targowa, Amber Museum, European Solidarity Centre. Covered: Gdańsk old town and landmarks, Amber trade and museum, Hala Targowa food hall, Solidarity and shipyard history, Cost of living and transit, Gdańsk reconstruction. Chapters:00:00 Motława River02:00 Hala Targowa03:25 Amber Museum05:45 Wrzeszcz A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gdansk #PolandTravel #BalticCoast #GdanskOldTown #AmberMuseum #HalaTargowa #EuropeanSolidarityCentre #GdanskBeach #Wrzeszcz #Solidarnosc #GoldenLight #TravelPoland #GdanskHistory #BalticSea #PolandPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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First Steps in Gdańsk's Golden Light
Kacper arrives in Gdańsk on 30 August, trading the lakes for the Baltic coast. He wanders the Old Town, checks out the amber scene, and settles into his new base as summer fades. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Gdansk, Poland. Places in this episode: Gdańsk, Gdańsk Główny station, Wrzeszcz, Długi Targ, Neptune Fountain, Artus Court, Mariacka Street, European Solidarity Centre. Covered: Arrival in Gdańsk, Old Town and amber, Solidarity history, Local neighbourhoods, Food and dining, Practical urban transit. Chapters:00:00 Gdańsk01:04 Wrzeszcz02:13 Długi Targ03:21 European Solidarity Centre04:28 Cafe Luis05:34 Viceversa06:36 Żuraw A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gdansk #GdanskPoland #GdanskOldTown #PolandTravel #BalticCoast #AmberCapital #SolidarityCentre #WrzeszczDistrict #PolandHistory #LateAugustTravel #TravelPoland #EuropeanSolidarity #GdanskWaterfront #Pierogi #Zurek #BalticSea #SlowTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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A Slow Farewell to the Lake District
Kacper spends his last full day in Giżycko with a final swim, a last look at the swing bridge, and kartacze for lunch. He reflects on what it means to shift from visitor to resident over ten days on the Masurian lakes, and what he is taking with him to the coast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Lake Niegocin, Portowy Pasaż, Fotelove Cafe & Bistro, Most Obrotowy, PodKładka RestoBar, Boyen Fortress, Wieża Ciśnień, Ekomarina. Covered: farewell routine, lake swimming, local cuisine, reflection on settling in, moving on logistics. Chapters:00:00 Quiet room interior00:23 Lake Niegocin01:53 Portowy Pasaż03:11 PodKładka RestoBar04:54 Park06:02 Ekomarina07:25 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gizycko #MasurianLakes #PolandTravel #TravelPoland #SlowTravel #LakeDistrict #Kartacze #BoyenFortress #SwingBridge #LakeNiegocin #PolandLiving #DigitalNomadPoland #WarmiaMasuria #PolishFood #TravelGuide #AutumnInPoland #MovingToPoland #PolandPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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The Last Evening Swim on Lake Niegocin
Kacper spends his final day in Giżycko with a last swim, a farewell dinner, and quiet reflections on the lake. He covers the costs of settling in, the practicalities of moving, and the emotional arc of leaving a place he's come to know. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Wilkasy, Mazurski Bank Spółdzielczy w Giżycku, KAPIBARA LODY RZEMIEŚLNICZE & KAWA SPECIALTY, Bar Pan Kartacz, Boyen Fortress, Ekomarina, Portowy Pasaż. Covered: Local cuisine and dining, Practical residency details, Lake life and nature, Settling in and routine, Travel logistics. Chapters:00:00 Wilkasy00:57 KAPIBARA LODY RZEMIEŚLNICZE & KAWA SPECIALTY02:41 Bar Pan Kartacz03:25 Street with light rain04:09 Boyen Fortress06:17 Ekomarina07:04 Portowy Pasaż A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #Mazury #LakeNiegocin #PolandTravel #SlowTravel #LakeDistrict #BoyenFortress #PolishFood #Kartacze #TravelPoland #WarmiaMasuria #SailingPoland #TravelBlogger #PolandVisa #PESEL #PrepaidSIM https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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The Last Sail Before Autumn
Kacper spends his final full day in Giżycko on a last-minute sailing trip across Lake Niegocin, visits the Mazury Curling Festival's closing tournament, and reflects on ten days of slow lake living, storm recovery, and what it means to leave a place just as it starts to feel like home. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Ekomarina Giżycko, Lake Niegocin, Mazury Curling Festival, AZS Wilkasy, Fotelove Cafe & Bistro, Teutonic Castle Giżycko, Most Obrotowy, Portowy Pasaż. Covered: sailing and boating, curling festival, local cuisine and dining costs, slow travel and settling in, autumn transition, reflection on town. Chapters:00:00 Lake Niegocin03:03 Portowy Pasaż04:26 Ice rink interior05:18 Canal bank06:29 The White Bear Coffee A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #Mazury #LakeNiegocin #SailingPoland #GreatMasurianLakes #PolandTravel #TravelPoland #Masuria #CurlFestival #SummerInPoland #SlowTravel #LakeDistrict #PolishLakes #Kartacze #SwingBridge #BoyenFortress #TravelEurope #PolandPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Storm Recovery and the Taste of Masuria
Kacper marks his ninth day in Giżycko with a quiet walk to the Portowy Pasaż, a slow lunch of kartacze, and a visit to the local library café. He reflects on the town's post-storm recovery, the curling festival warming up, and the practical rhythm of settling in. A day of small moments and lake air, with notes on what it costs to live here. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Portowy Pasaż, Fotelove Cafe & Bistro, Restauracja Biblioteka, Boyen Fortress, Boyen Water Park, Molo Spacerowe, AZS Wilkasy resort, Łuczański Canal. Covered: Slow travel and routine, Local Masurian cuisine, Post-storm recovery in town, Historical reflection on Prussian legacy, Local summer events and festivals, Practical costs of daily life. Chapters:00:00 Portowy Pasaż01:55 Fotelove Cafe & Bistro03:20 Municipal library05:01 Boyen Fortress08:08 Restauracja Biblioteka09:42 Góra św. Brunona A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #Masuria #Mazury #PolandTravel #SlowTravel #PolishFood #Kartacze #Żurek #BoyenFortress #LakeLife #PolandHistory #SailingPoland #SummerInPoland #TravelOnABudget #CurlingFestival #VisitPoland #LakeNiegocin #TwierdzaBoyen https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Smoked Fish, Curling, and the Quiet Side of Giżycko
On day eight in Giżycko, Kacper recovers from the storm, checks out the Mazury Curling Festival, and reflects on the town's slow, deliberate rhythm. He shares practical tips on settling in and what a day here really costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Boyen Fortress, Most Obrotowy, Ekomarina, Pier Giżycko, Fotelove Cafe & Bistro, Tawerna Marina, Bar Pan Kartacz, Wieża Ciśnień. Covered: Boyen Fortress and Prussian history, Local cuisine: kartacze, żurek, pierogi, Practicalities: meldunek, PESEL, SIM card, Mazury Curling Festival, Slow travel and settling into a place, Lakeside life and water safety. Chapters:00:00 Portowy Pasaż02:13 Bar Pan Kartacz03:16 Ekomarina04:30 Wieża Ciśnień06:40 Tawerna Marina07:51 Zamek Krzyżacki A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #Masuria #PolandTravel #GreatMasurianLakes #BoyenFortress #SwingBridge #MazuryCurlingFestival #PolishLakes #TravelPoland #SlowTravel #LakeNiegocin #Kartacze #PolishFood #TapWater #PraktycznePorady #PolandVisa #Meldunek #PESEL https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Storm Recovery and the Masurian Curling Festival
A day of quiet recovery in Giżycko after storms knock out power, a look at the unexpected Masurian Curling Festival, and slow lake-lodge living with smoked fish and kartacze. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Portowy Pasaż, The White Bear Coffee, AZS Wilkasy, Teutonic Castle, Rotating Swing Bridge, Bar Pan Kartacz, Water Tower, Ekomarina. Covered: storm recovery and local life, mazury curling festival, swing bridge operation, masurian food and dining, practical residency in poland. Chapters:00:00 Ekomarina01:57 Giżycko03:47 Bar Pan Kartacz05:21 Tawerna Marina07:26 Street08:12 Quiet room interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gizycko #Masuria #PolandTravel #LakeDistrict #CurlingFestival #Mazury #SwingBridge #Kartacze #Pierogi #SmokedFish #SlowTravel #PolandLive #PESEL #Meldunek #BankInPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Kayaking the Masurian Lakes and a Rainy Day Plan
On day six in Giżycko, Kacper finally gets on the water, kayaking the isthmus between Lakes Niegocin and Kisajno, dodging rain showers, and reflecting on water safety after recent drownings. He also explores the town's canal-side cafes and plans his next move. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Ekomarina, The White Bear Coffee, PodKładka RestoBar, Tawerna Marina, Boyen Fortress, Teutonic Castle (Hotel Zamek), Portowy Pasaż, Water Tower (Wieża Ciśnień). Covered: Kayaking the Great Masurian Lakes, Water safety and drownings, Local cuisine: kartacze, pierogi, Water tower viewpoint, Settling in and local routine, Rainy day activities in Giżycko. Chapters:00:00 The White Bear Coffee02:10 Lake Niegocin05:09 Portowy Pasaż06:48 Ekomarina08:18 Boyen Fortress10:25 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #MasurianLakes #KayakingPoland #LakeNiegocin #PolandTravel #SlowTravel #TravelPoland #Masuria #BoyenFortress #PolishFood #Kartacze #Pierogi #LakesideLife #TravelDiaries #PolandVlog #HiddenPoland #LakeDistrict https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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AirShow Thunder and Rain on Lake Niegocin
Day five in Giżycko brings the AirShow to Lake Niegocin, with rain, thunder, and a spectacular evening display. Kacper reflects on water safety, local costs, and the town's summer rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: PodKładka RestoBar, The White Bear Coffee, Fotelove Cafe & Bistro, Portowy Pasaż, Ekomarina, Boyen Fortress, Wieża Ciśnień, Lake Niegocin. Covered: AirShow and pyrotechnics display, Rainy day activities in Giżycko, Water safety and drownings, Local food and dining costs, Masurian lakes summer events. Chapters:00:00 Lake Niegocin01:22 The White Bear Coffee03:04 Boyen Fortress04:03 PodKładka RestoBar04:53 Wieża Ciśnień05:50 Lakeside at dusk, crowd murmur, fireworks bursts08:47 Bar interior, glasses clinking, harbour at night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #MasurianLakes #PolandTravel #AirShow2026 #BoyenFortress #LakeNiegocin #PolishSummer #GreatMasurianLakes #SailingPoland #LakeDistrict #TravelPoland #PolandAdventure #Pierogi #Żurek #WaterSafety #Summer2026 https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Airshow Eve, Smoked Fish and the Longest Pier
Kacper spends his fourth day in Giżycko checking the weather for tomorrow's AirShow, cycling the isthmus between Lakes Niegocin and Kisajno, climbing the water tower for a final view, and sharing a hearty meal at Restauracja Biblioteka. He reflects on recent drownings, the town's Prussian layers, and the practicalities of settling in for a longer stay. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Molo Spacerowe, Most Obrotowy, Boyen Fortress, Osiedle Wilanów, Wieża Ciśnień, Restauracja Biblioteka, Portowy Pasaż, The White Bear Coffee. Covered: AirShow 2026 preparation, Cycling and walking the isthmus, Prussian history and Boyen Fortress, Local cuisine and dining costs, Lake safety and recent drownings, Settling in: local errands and practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Molo Spacerowe01:35 Most Obrotowy03:22 Osiedle Wilanów04:56 Wieża Ciśnień06:42 Cafe07:28 Restauracja Biblioteka09:10 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #Masuria #PolandTravel #GreatMasurianLakes #BoyenFortress #AirShow2026 #LakeNiegocin #SwingBridge #WaterTower #MoloSpacerowe #PolishFood #Pierogi #SlowTravel #SummerInPoland #TravelPoland #LakeDistrict https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Swing Bridge and Smoked Fish in Giżycko
Kacper spends a rainy day in Giżycko watching the hand-cranked swing bridge rotate, enjoying local smoked fish, and reflecting on water safety and the town's Prussian history. He also shares practical tips on booking sailing trips and exploring the Great Masurian Lakes. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Most Obrotowy, Ekomarina, Molo Spacerowe, Zamek Krzyżacki, The White Bear Coffee, Wieża Ciśnień, Tawerna Marina, Portowy Pasaż. Covered: Giżycko day 3, swing bridge, smoked fish, water tower, water safety, local dining. Chapters:00:00 Most Obrotowy01:14 Zamek Krzyżacki02:40 Ekomarina04:01 Portowy Pasaż05:22 Wieża Ciśnień07:45 Tawerna Marina09:07 Night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gizycko #Masuria #PolandTravel #GreatMasurianLakes #SwingBridge #LakesideLife #SmokedFish #PolishFood #BoyenFortress #WaterTower #LakeNiegocin #AirShow #CurlingFestival #SlowTravel #TravelPoland #LakeDistrict #PolishHistory https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Rainy Day Sailing Plans and a Fortress
Kacper spends a rainy day in Giżycko planning a sailing charter, visiting the water tower, and reflecting on the town's water-safety mood after recent drownings. He checks boat prices, eats local food, and tests the swing bridge's hand-cranked mechanism. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Ekomarina, Wilkasy, Wieża Ciśnień, Most Obrotowy, Zamek Krzyżacki, PodKładka RestoBar, Portowy Pasaż, The White Bear Coffee. Covered: Sailing and kayaking the Great Masurian Lakes, Boyen Fortress history and approach, Water tower museum and town views, Water safety and local incidents, Practical residency and banking. Chapters:00:00 Ekomarina01:34 Wieża Ciśnień03:02 Most Obrotowy05:20 Portowy Pasaż06:29 Restauracja Biblioteka Giżycko07:30 Night water A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Giżycko #MasurianLakes #PolandTravel #KayakingPoland #BoyenFortress #SailingPoland #LakeNiegocin #SlowTravel #PolishFood #Pierogi #Żurek #RainyDay #TravelPodcast #PolandVisa #BankAccountPoland #TravelTips https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Arrival in Giżycko: Lakes, Fortress, and a City's Pulse
Kacper finally arrives in Giżycko, the sailing capital of Masuria, after a long journey from Białowieża. In this episode, he settles into his lakeside lodge, explores the town's canal and pier, and begins to understand the rhythms of this watery, history-layered place. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Giżycko, Poland. Places in this episode: Aparthotel Passage, The White Bear Coffee, Portowy Pasaż, Pier Giżycko, Boyen Fortress, Teutonic Castle, Wieża Cisnień, PodKładka RestoBar. Covered: Arrival and first impressions of Giżycko, Masurian lakes and town landscape, Historical context: Prussian and Polish transitions, Practical residency steps: meldunek, PESEL, banking, Lake safety and local incidents, Transport from Białowieża to lake district. Chapters:00:00 Aparthotel Passage01:20 Portowy Pasaż03:00 Lake Niegocin03:51 Boyen Fortress04:49 Teutonic Castle05:45 PodKładka RestoBar07:29 Street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Gizycko #Masuria #LakeDistrict #PolandTravel #PodcastEpisode #TravelInPoland #MasurianLakes #BoyenFortress #SailPoland #SwingBridge #LakeNiegocin #PolandHistory #SlowTravel #SummerInPoland #TravelPodcast #PolandVlog #DiscoverPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Signals and the Last Day in the Forest
Kacper spends his final day in Białowieża walking the forest edge, reflecting on bison rut safety and the village's quiet rhythm, before preparing to move on. He shares practical tips on costs, logistics, and the borderland's unique atmosphere. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Białowieża Forest, Park Pałacowy, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Białowieża Towarowa, Zastawa skansen, Restauracja Białowieżanka, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Covered: Białowieża forest walking, Bison rut safety, Borderland politics, Regional cuisine, Village life pace. Chapters:00:00 Forest morning01:24 Park Pałacowy03:47 Gospoda Pod Żubrem06:44 Forest edge07:56 Restauracja Białowieżanka09:21 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Białowieża #BiałowieżaForest #Podlasie #PolandTravel #EuropeanBison #BisonRut #SlowTravel #ForestWalking #PolandNature #OrthodoxHeritage #BorderlandCulture #PrimevalForest #GreenVelo #BiałowieżaNationalPark #PolishFood #Zurek #Kartacze #TravelPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Signals and the Edge of the Forest
On his last full day in Białowieża, Kacper walks the edge of the forest, reflects on the bison rut warnings, visits the old railway station, and savors the village's quiet rhythm before moving on. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Stara Białowieża, Sarenka Cafe Gallery, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Białowieża Towarowa, Palace Park, Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas. Covered: Forest walking and foraging, Bison rut safety, Local food and dining, Forest politics and logging debate, Village pace of life, Practical travel logistics. Chapters:00:00 Stara Białowieża01:01 Białowieża02:51 Sarenka Cafe Gallery04:09 Gospoda Pod Żubrem05:29 Białowieża Towarowa07:57 Guesthouse room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Bialowieza #BialowiezaForest #PolishForest #EuropeanBison #BisonRut #Podlasie #EasternPoland #PolandTravel #SlowTravel #ForestForaging #GreenVelo #BialowiezaNationalPark #OrthodoxHeritage #RailwayHistory #RegionalCuisine #Kartacze #Zurek #VillageLife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Assumption Day in the Bison's Village
Kacper spends Assumption Day in Białowieża, attending a service at the Orthodox church, enjoying a long lunch at Gospoda Pod Żubrem, and reflecting on the bison rut, the village's quiet faith, and the forest's contested future. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Cerkiew św. Mikołaja, Park Pałacowy, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Restauracja Białowieżanka, Białowieża Towarowa. Covered: Religious holidays in Poland, Orthodox heritage and borderland culture, Bison rut safety and wildlife awareness, Regional Podlasie cuisine, Białowieża Forest politics, Village pace of life and slow travel. Chapters:00:00 Gospoda Pod Żubrem01:07 Cerkiew św. Mikołaja02:16 Park Pałacowy03:24 Restauracja Białowieżanka04:47 Village street, evening ambience06:57 Dusk, forest edge08:19 Quiet village night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Białowieża #Podlasie #PolandTravel #BiałowieżaForest #BisonRut #EuropeanBison #OrthodoxChurch #AssumptionDay #RegionalFood #SlowTravel #PrimevalForest #Poland #TravelPoland #VillageLife #ForestWildlife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Signals and the Eve of Assumption
On day six in Białowieża, Kacper takes an early morning walk along the forest edge, reflects on the recent bison attack and the coming rut, explores the village on the eve of Assumption Day, and settles into the rhythms of the season with local food and a quiet evening. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Park Pałacowy, European Bison Show Reserve, Zastawa skansen, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Białowieża Towarowa, Żebra żubra trailhead. Covered: bison rut safety, local cuisine in Podlasie, village pace of life, religious holidays in Poland, forest wildlife, cultural heritage. Chapters:00:00 Białowieża01:17 Park Pałacowy04:00 Gospoda Pod Żubrem05:30 Białowieża Towarowa06:49 Żebra żubra trailhead08:09 Guesthouse room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Bialowieza #BialowiezaForest #EuropeanBison #BisonRut #Podlasie #PolandTravel #AssumptionDay #SlowTravel #GospodaPodZubrem #Kartacze #SkansenZastawa #NatureConservation #VillageLife #UNESCOWorldHeritage #PrimevalForest #WildPoland #BialowiezaNationalPark https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Signals and Borderland Silence
On day five in Białowieża, Kacper explores the village's Orthodox heritage, walks the Green Velo bike route, and reflects on the bison rut warnings and the quiet resilience of this borderland community. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Białowieża Towarowa, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Palace Park, Nature and Forest Museum, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Sarenka Cafe Gallery, Zebra Żubra boardwalk, Zastawa skansen. Covered: bison rut safety, orthodox heritage, cycling, regional cuisine, village pace of life. Chapters:00:00 Białowieża Towarowa02:10 St. Nicholas Orthodox Church05:48 Gospoda Pod Żubrem08:17 Sarenka Cafe Gallery09:33 Evening countryside A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Białowieża #BialowiezaForest #EuropeanBison #Podlasie #PolandTravel #GreenVelo #OrthodoxChurch #SlowTravel #BisonRut #ForestForaging #PolishFood #EastPoland #TravelPoland #BialowiezaNationalPark #HeritageTravel #Borderland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Rut and a Village's Quiet Strength
Day four in Białowieża: Kacper navigates bison rut warnings, tastes forest honey and żurek, and reflects on the village's history, politics, and the slow rhythm of life near Europe's last primeval forest. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 12 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Sarenka Cafe Gallery, Żebra Żubra boardwalk, Palace Park, Nature and Forest Museum, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Białowieża Towarowa, Fanaberia. Covered: Bison rut safety and wildlife awareness, Białowieża politics and logging debates, Orthodox heritage and borderland culture, Regional cuisine and local restaurants, Slow travel and village pace of life. Chapters:00:00 Sarenka Cafe Gallery01:48 Żebra Żubra boardwalk03:07 Palace Park04:32 Białowieża Towarowa06:11 Forest trail07:27 Fanaberia08:52 Forest night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Białowieża #BialowiezaForest #BisonRut #PolandTravel #Podlasie #PrimevalForest #OrthodoxCulture #BiałowieżaNationalPark #Zubr #SlowTravel #ForestForaging #VillageLife #Poland #TravelPoland #EcoTravel #BialowiezaGuide #NatureConservation https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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The Quiet Day and the Bison's Warning
On day three in Białowieża, Kacper takes a slow morning, walks the Royal Oaks Trail in Stara Białowieża, and confronts the raw reality of bison rut season after a recent, sobering incident. He takes stock of the village's quiet pulse, the politics of the forest, and what a story like this means for a traveler looking for the wild edge of Europe. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Royal Oaks Trail, Stara Białowieża, Sarenka Cafe Gallery, Park Pałacowy, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Palace Park. Covered: Bison rut safety, Royal Oaks Trail hiking, Białowieża Forest politics, Local Podlasie cuisine, Orthodox heritage, Village pace of life. Chapters:00:00 Gospoda Pod Żubrem00:54 Royal Oaks Trail05:33 Palace Park07:32 Quiet room interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Bialowieza #BialowiezaForest #EuropeanBison #Zubr #Podlasie #PolandTravel #TravelPoland #BisonRut #RoyalOaksTrail #GreenVelo #OldGrowthForest #PolandPodcast #SlowTravel #UNESCO #ForestPolitics #StaraBialowieza https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Bison Rut, Swamp Boardwalks, and Forest Foraging
Day two in Białowieża: Kacper walks the Żebra Żubra boardwalk through the swamp forest, learns the hard rules of bison safety as the rut begins, explores the Orthodox heritage of Podlasie, and digs into local foraging and hunting cuisine. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: Żebra Żubra boardwalk, Palace Park, Nature and Forest Museum, Białowieża Towarowa, Skansen in Zastawa, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Fanaberia, Royal Oaks Trail. Covered: Białowieża Forest trails, Bison safety and rut season, Orthodox borderland culture, Regional cuisine in Podlasie, Open-air museum, Village life pace. Chapters:00:00 Quiet room00:58 Żebra Żubra boardwalk04:38 Village street06:23 Fanaberia07:36 Royal Oaks Trail A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Bialowieza #BialowiezaForest #PolandTravel #Podlasie #EuropeanBison #Zubr #HikingPoland #ForestForaging #PolishFood #Kartacze #OrthodoxHeritage #Borderland #PrimevalForest #NatureWalks #SlowTravel #RuralPoland #BisonRut #EasternPoland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Białowieża: Forest Primeval and Bison
Kacper arrives in Białowieża, the heart of Europe's last primeval lowland forest. He explores the village, visits the bison show reserve, and reflects on the forest's wildness and the quiet rhythm of borderland life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Białowieża, Poland. Places in this episode: European Bison Show Reserve, Palace Park, Nature and Forest Museum, Gospoda Pod Żubrem, Sarenka Cafe Gallery, Fanaberia, Żebra Żubra trail, Pokoje Przy Stoczku. Covered: Białowieża Forest and bison, Guided forest walk, Local food and costs, Environmental politics, Village life and culture. Chapters:00:00 Białowieża02:43 European Bison Show Reserve A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Bialowieza #BialowiezaForest #Bison #EuropeanBison #Podlasie #PolandTravel #TravelPoland #PrimevalForest #UNESCO #NatureWalks #SlowTravel #EcoTourism #PolishFood #Kartacze #Zurek #ForestBathing #EasternPoland #OffTheBeatenPath https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Warsaw's Last Light, Vistula Sand, and a New Home
On his final summer day in Warsaw, Kacper trades the city's landmarks for a slower rhythm: a morning coffee in Żoliborz, a tram ride to the Vistula's wild beaches, and a final supper with a view of the illuminated Old Town. It's a reflection on settling in, the cost of a new life, and the feeling of a place becoming home just as he's about to leave. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Żoliborz, Plac Wilsona, Vistula Boulevards, Mokotów, Soul Kitchen, Old Town (Stare Miasto), Castle Square, Copernicus Science Centre. Covered: Warsaw departure, Żoliborz district, Vistula river beaches, Reflection on settling in, Cost of living examples, Old Town at night. Chapters:00:00 Żoliborz01:02 City street02:02 Mokotów03:19 Ferry deck04:21 Vistula Boulevards07:55 Quiet room interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #WarsawTravel #PolandTravel #VistulaRiver #Zoliborz #WarsawOldTown #MovingToPoland #ExpatLife #MasurianLakeDistrict #Pierogi #SlowTravel #SummerInPoland #WarsawFood #PolandVlog #CityBreak #PolishCulture https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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The Last Morning in Warsaw
On his final morning in Warsaw, Kacper visits the Neon Muzeum's new home, walks the Vistula boulevards one last time, and reflects on what it means to call a city home after just one week, before heading north to the Masurian Lake District. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Palace of Culture and Science, Neon Muzeum, Bulwar Jana Karskiego, Warsaw University Library, Stare Miasto, Copernicus Science Centre, Masurian Lake District. Covered: Neon history and exhibitions, Vistula riverbanks summer culture, Milk bar dining and costs, Warsaw departure and transition, Reflection on settling in and bureaucracy. Chapters:00:00 Neon Muzeum01:05 Palace of Culture and Science02:35 Bulwar Jana Karskiego05:15 Stare Miasto06:25 Masurian Lake District A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #Poland #NéonMuzeum #Vistula #MilkBar #Pierogi #TravelPoland #PolishFood #WarsawOldTown #MasurianLakeDistrict #ExpatLife #PESEL #EuropeanTravel #CityLights #SummerInPoland #WarsawGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Rainy Day in Warsaw: Settling In
On a rainy day in Warsaw, Kacper tackles the final bits of settling in—getting his PESEL number, opening a bank account, and picking up a SIM card—while finding shelter in a milk bar and reflecting on the city's resilience. He also explores the Neon Muzeum's new exhibition and enjoys a quiet evening on the Vistula riverbanks. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Mokotów district, Śródmieście district, mBank branch, Neon Muzeum, Palace of Culture and Science, Vistula Boulevards, Copernicus Science Centre, Hala Koszyki. Covered: Practical residency logistics, Banking and SIM, Neon history, Milk bars, Vistula riverbanks, Reflection on home. Chapters:00:00 Rain on pavement01:22 Palace of Culture and Science03:09 Phone beep04:47 Neon Muzeum06:43 Copernicus Science Centre A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #Poland #KacperNowak #PESEL #ExpatLife #PolishBanking #MilkBar #Pierogi #NeonMuzeum #VistulaRiver #HalaKoszyki #FoodHall #WarsawTravel #PolandTravel #RainyDay #SettlingIn https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Warsaw's Last Day: Escape to the Lake District
On his final day in Warsaw, Kacper wraps up residency tasks, soaks in the city's summer energy one last time, and prepares for his journey north to the Masurian lake district, reflecting on the capital's resilient spirit and the adventures ahead. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Mokotów, Warsaw Old Town, Castle Square, Royal Castle, Gospoda pod Zygmuntem, Vistula Boulevards, Copernicus Science Centre, Powiśle. Covered: Warsaw departure day, PESEL registration completion, Old Town and river reflections, Travel to Masurian Lake District, Warsaw to Olsztyn train journey. Chapters:00:00 Mokotów02:35 Royal Castle04:06 Copernicus Science Centre05:31 Powiśle06:54 Warszawa Centralna07:40 Olsztyn A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #PolandTravel #MasurianLakeDistrict #TravelPoland #PolandVlog #WarsawOldTown #PESEL #ExpatLife #LakeDistrict #PolishFood #Zurek #WarsawToOlsztyn #SummerInPoland #TravelGuide #Podcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Warsaw's Quiet Corners and the Food Hall Wave
On day four in Warsaw, Kacper slows down to explore the city's quieter side — from a morning in Łazienki Park to a deep dive into the new food hall scene. He reflects on how Warsaw's food culture has evolved from milk bars to modern markets, and shares practical tips on navigating the city's transit and costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 4 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Łazienki Park, Elektrownia Powiśle, Hala Koszyki, Koneser, Praga, Vistula boulevards, Cafe Kafka. Covered: Warsaw food scene evolution, Praga district and Koneser, Vistula river culture, Practical transit and costs in Warsaw, Preparing to leave Warsaw. Chapters:00:00 Łazienki Park00:58 Elektrownia Powiśle02:29 Hala Koszyki03:44 Praga06:57 Cafe terrace07:43 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #PolandTravel #WarsawFood #FoodHall #MilkBar #PolishCuisine #StareMiasto #VistulaRiver #LazienkiPark #Praga #Koneser #WarsawMetro #TravelPoland #EuropeTravel #SummerInPoland #WarsawGuide #FoodieTravel #PhoenixCity https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Warsaw's August Rush: Concerts, Uprising, and River Life
Kacper navigates the solemn Uprising anniversary, the buzz of The Weeknd's concerts, and sunny days by the Vistula. He reflects on Warsaw's layered identity through its summer events, practical tips for visitors, and the city's evolving food scene. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 3 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Vistula Boulevards, Stare Miasto, Royal Castle, Gospoda pod Zygmuntem, Wola, Warsaw Uprising Museum, Praga, Neon Muzeum. Covered: Warsaw Uprising anniversary, Summer events in Warsaw, Praga district exploration, Banking and bureaucracy, Vistula river culture, Warsaw nightlife. Chapters:00:00 Powiśle01:34 Stare Miasto03:11 Wola04:43 Praga06:14 Palace of Culture and Science06:58 Mokotów07:42 PGE Narodowy A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #PolandTravel #WarsawUprising #TheWeekndWarsaw #VistulaRiver #PragaDistrict #MilkBarPoland #PolishFood #WarsawNights #TravelPodcast #PolandHistory #WarsawOldTown #PGE Narodowy #WarsawVibes #EuropeanSummer #CityBreakWarsaw https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Milk Bars, Food Halls, and the New Warsaw
Day two in Warsaw: Kacper skips the tourist trail to explore how the city eats — from a classic milk bar lunch to the buzzy food halls of Elektrownia Powiśle. Along the way, he sorts out a bank account and a SIM card, and gets caught up in the aftermath of the Warsaw Uprising commemorations. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 2 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Praga district, Koneser centre, Elektrownia Powiśle, STOR Café, Mokotów, Warsaw Uprising Museum, POLIN Museum, Palace of Culture and Science. Covered: practical residency logistics, Warsaw food scene evolution, Warsaw Uprising history and commemoration, Praga district regeneration, Old Town reconstruction and UNESCO, Warsaw cost of living examples. Chapters:00:00 Warsaw02:31 Praga district04:16 Elektrownia Powiśle05:45 Warsaw Uprising Museum06:39 Mokotów07:47 Tram bell08:46 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #PolandTravel #WarsawFood #MilkBar #PragaDistrict #WarsawUprising #PolandCulture #WarsawLiving #PolishCuisine #ElektrowniaPowisle #BankingInPoland #SIMCardPoland #VistulaRiver #OldTownWarsaw #TravelPoland #Warsaw2026 #FoodHall #Pierogi https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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Warsaw Arrival: Paperwork, Pierogi and the Phoenix City
Kacper lands in Warsaw on a rainy August day and dives straight into the practicalities of a new life: PESEL numbers, bank accounts, and SIM cards. He explores the rebuilt Old Town, the summer riverbanks, and digs into a plate of pierogi, all while sharing the real costs of settling in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Poland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Poland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 1 of Poland Travel Podcast with Kacper Nowak. Kacper Nowak is in Warsaw, Poland. Places in this episode: Warsaw Chopin Airport, Palace of Culture and Science, mBank, Old Town, Royal Castle, Powiśle district, Elektrownia Powiśle, Mokotów district. Covered: Arrival logistics and bureaucracy, Warsaw Old Town and reconstruction history, Vistula riverbanks summer scene, Polish food and dining in Warsaw, Warsaw districts and practical transport. Chapters:00:00 Warsaw Chopin Airport01:33 MBank02:44 Old Town04:14 Powiśle district06:01 Mokotów district07:36 City evening A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Warsaw #WarsawTravel #Poland #PolandTravel #MovingToPoland #ExpatLife #PolishFood #Pierogi #Żurek #VistulaRiver #StareMiasto #OldTownWarsaw #PESEL #WarsawGuide #EasternEurope #CityBreak #TravelVlog https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/poland/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Poland Travel Podcast follows a single host as he settles in one Polish city or region, learns its everyday rhythms, then moves somewhere connected to it. Poland's distinctiveness lies in its geography: a flat plain that invites movement, mountains along the southern border, and weather that ranges from snowy winters to thundery summers. Travelling here means paying attention to layers of history.The range covers Kraków and the medieval streets of the south, Warsaw's reconstructed centre, the industrial city of Łódź, and the lake district in the north-east. It also reaches Silesia with its coal-mining towns and the Białowieża Forest on the eastern border. These places are seldom treated as a checklist; each gets episodes that return to the same streets in different light.The show unfolds across a Polish year, so episodes move with the seasons: winter fog in Łódź, thaw in the Tatra foothills, summer storms on the plains. The host returns to places he has already v
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