Krakow, Vienna or Girona?
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I'm guessing you pay for a "mystery" without knowing the 3 choices.
natarli1
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It was a Wowcher voucher! £99 with top prize of a week in Thailand
Totally wasn't expecting a choice of 3 thought it was only one surprise. Also gave us Dublin but we've ruled that out for one of the 3 further afield.
ThatFragranceGuy
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Krakow is great, really cheap there - you can get beers and ciders in shops for about 30p.
Do the escape room "Fear Factory" by the square, its mental.
Do the escape room "Fear Factory" by the square, its mental.
WindyNook
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Another vote for Krakow. Just about the right size to see in a couple of days. Vienna is too big you need a week to do it justice. Not been to Girona but Kike has a fond word for it!
Salt mines trip from Krakow they are remarkable
Aushwitz takes your breath away
sweet_left_foot
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The Polish are very welcoming and know how to party. Boro at home, away.
Can't go wrong with any of them with the right attitude.
Can't go wrong with any of them with the right attitude.
BlondzDCFC
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Another vote here for Krakow.
Beaut city with lots of fab architecture and history.
Short airport transfer journey via taxi, doesn’t cost much. There are buses too, but for the difference in price a taxi gets you to hotel quicker and the drivers are real happy to welcome you to their city and give you suggestions on things to do & see.
We found the people of Krakow to be very friendly indeed, whether at the various exhibitions, bars, restaurants, drivers, hotel staff - they were all polite and seemed genuinely pleased to see you and very welcoming.
One note of caution, we were told to watch out for pick-pocketers of wallets, purses, mobile phones etc, they’re apparently quite rife.
We didn’t have a problem at all. Just be aware, keep your eye on stuff and make sure you don’t have your stuff on display/loosely secured.
The hotel rooms were in the main, of a exceptionally high standard. Loved ‘em!
Most of the good hotel rooms are very reasonably priced and are actually super apartments with fully kitted out kitchens & dining area, finished off with great luxurious/quirky pictures & ornaments.
We went in the month of May and it was gorgeous weather, a few degrees higher than the UK.
Lovely big square and quaint off-shoot streets to the side, full of bars & restaurants, open from early morning until late at night.
There are also fine-dining restaurants away from the centre square if you have a special occasion to celebrate. Hotel & taxi staff will be happy to recommend. Or you can look establishments up yourselves using my good friend Google Search, lol.
There are lots of horse & carriage rides from this centre square which take you on a great tour of the city by usually charming English speaking guides. Available night & day. This gives you alternative views and ways to explore this lovely city. Perfect for romantic couples, but also great to tour around in them with a bunch of mates/family too.
Went to Schindlers Factory via a cheap open cart type thing with roof, that seats between 2 & 10 people.
Can’t remember the price for the cart but be prepared to barter for the price with each driver, they honestly love it and have a laugh with ya whilst doing it as well. Another driver/cart/customer will be along in a minute, all the time.
Can’t remember the price for entry to Factory but it wasn’t much at all, perhaps approx £9 each. Well worth going inside - very sad but interesting and important to see.
The same feelings also apply to Auschwitz but on a grander scale & magnitude. I found it quite eery and very upsetting too. It’s not for everyone and you’ve got to prepare yourself. I am glad I went tho.
Taxi is deffo needed to get there - usually 6 seaters and I think it takes approx an hour to get there.
Be prepared for a lot of walking on rough ground/pebbles with nowhere to sit down & rest.
Make sure yous put good walking shoes/boots on and be prepared to spend approx 5-7 hours there, starting approx 8am ideal.
If you have anyone who is unsteady on their feet, gets short of breath or in a wheelchair/scooter, absolutely no point in going I’m afraid due to the above. And also many of the buildings are two storeys, therefore would not be accessible so missing parts of the exhibitions.
We honestly loved Krakow and would deffo go back again, without visiting the above places next time.
It’s a super Eastern European city with quality hotels, lovely friendly people, great bars & restaurants and lots more sightseeing opportunities to explore too.
In fact, I feel me fingers getting itchy and wanting to click on Google for flights & hotels in Krakow.
Lil tip for ya, the first thing I learnt over there was……
Krakow is not pronounced as “crak-cow” - it’s actually “crak-ov”
The second thing I learnt was how to say “hello” - it is pronounced “Jen-dob-bray”.
They’re for free!
HTH a bit. Feel free to ask owt else if ya want.
Do let us know where you end up going.
How exciting and lovely to look forward to.
x
Beaut city with lots of fab architecture and history.
Short airport transfer journey via taxi, doesn’t cost much. There are buses too, but for the difference in price a taxi gets you to hotel quicker and the drivers are real happy to welcome you to their city and give you suggestions on things to do & see.
We found the people of Krakow to be very friendly indeed, whether at the various exhibitions, bars, restaurants, drivers, hotel staff - they were all polite and seemed genuinely pleased to see you and very welcoming.
One note of caution, we were told to watch out for pick-pocketers of wallets, purses, mobile phones etc, they’re apparently quite rife.
We didn’t have a problem at all. Just be aware, keep your eye on stuff and make sure you don’t have your stuff on display/loosely secured.
The hotel rooms were in the main, of a exceptionally high standard. Loved ‘em!
Most of the good hotel rooms are very reasonably priced and are actually super apartments with fully kitted out kitchens & dining area, finished off with great luxurious/quirky pictures & ornaments.
We went in the month of May and it was gorgeous weather, a few degrees higher than the UK.
Lovely big square and quaint off-shoot streets to the side, full of bars & restaurants, open from early morning until late at night.
There are also fine-dining restaurants away from the centre square if you have a special occasion to celebrate. Hotel & taxi staff will be happy to recommend. Or you can look establishments up yourselves using my good friend Google Search, lol.
There are lots of horse & carriage rides from this centre square which take you on a great tour of the city by usually charming English speaking guides. Available night & day. This gives you alternative views and ways to explore this lovely city. Perfect for romantic couples, but also great to tour around in them with a bunch of mates/family too.
Went to Schindlers Factory via a cheap open cart type thing with roof, that seats between 2 & 10 people.
Can’t remember the price for the cart but be prepared to barter for the price with each driver, they honestly love it and have a laugh with ya whilst doing it as well. Another driver/cart/customer will be along in a minute, all the time.
Can’t remember the price for entry to Factory but it wasn’t much at all, perhaps approx £9 each. Well worth going inside - very sad but interesting and important to see.
The same feelings also apply to Auschwitz but on a grander scale & magnitude. I found it quite eery and very upsetting too. It’s not for everyone and you’ve got to prepare yourself. I am glad I went tho.
Taxi is deffo needed to get there - usually 6 seaters and I think it takes approx an hour to get there.
Be prepared for a lot of walking on rough ground/pebbles with nowhere to sit down & rest.
Make sure yous put good walking shoes/boots on and be prepared to spend approx 5-7 hours there, starting approx 8am ideal.
If you have anyone who is unsteady on their feet, gets short of breath or in a wheelchair/scooter, absolutely no point in going I’m afraid due to the above. And also many of the buildings are two storeys, therefore would not be accessible so missing parts of the exhibitions.
We honestly loved Krakow and would deffo go back again, without visiting the above places next time.
It’s a super Eastern European city with quality hotels, lovely friendly people, great bars & restaurants and lots more sightseeing opportunities to explore too.
In fact, I feel me fingers getting itchy and wanting to click on Google for flights & hotels in Krakow.
Lil tip for ya, the first thing I learnt over there was……
Krakow is not pronounced as “crak-cow” - it’s actually “crak-ov”
The second thing I learnt was how to say “hello” - it is pronounced “Jen-dob-bray”.
They’re for free!
HTH a bit. Feel free to ask owt else if ya want.
Do let us know where you end up going.
How exciting and lovely to look forward to.
x
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BlondzDCFC
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BoroFur: I’ve been to Graz on a DCFC pre-season tour way back, but have always fancied Vienna.
Would you mind telling me more about it please.
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BlondzDCFC
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Oh sh1t, that was rather long wasn’t it. Sorreee!
I just get carried away and can’t seem to stop until I’ve done the equiv of an essay.
x
I just get carried away and can’t seem to stop until I’ve done the equiv of an essay.
x
Another vote for Krakow.
BlondzDCFC pretty much summed up all my thoughts and recommendations.
Fantastic medieval city, easy walking or great tram system if you're not up to it.
Was cheap as chips when my wife and I visited in 95 but she managed to spend more money
on Amber than the cost of our accommodation, entertainment and eating out.
Fantastic night life too.
You wont be sorry.
BlondzDCFC pretty much summed up all my thoughts and recommendations.
Fantastic medieval city, easy walking or great tram system if you're not up to it.
Was cheap as chips when my wife and I visited in 95 but she managed to spend more money
on Amber than the cost of our accommodation, entertainment and eating out.
Fantastic night life too.
You wont be sorry.
sweet_left_foot
Well-known member
sage advice. Such lovely people. Beautiful city. You don't have to take Blondie's advice but if you do it will be rewardedAnother vote here for Krakow.
Beaut city with lots of fab architecture and history.
Short airport transfer journey via taxi, doesn’t cost much. There are buses too, but for the difference in price a taxi gets you to hotel quicker and the drivers are real happy to welcome you to their city and give you suggestions on things to do & see.
We found the people of Krakow to be very friendly indeed, whether at the various exhibitions, bars, restaurants, drivers, hotel staff - they were all polite and seemed genuinely pleased to see you and very welcoming.
One note of caution, we were told to watch out for pick-pocketers of wallets, purses, mobile phones etc, they’re apparently quite rife.
We didn’t have a problem at all. Just be aware, keep your eye on stuff and make sure you don’t have your stuff on display/loosely secured.
The hotel rooms were in the main, of a exceptionally high standard. Loved ‘em!
Most of the good hotel rooms are very reasonably priced and are actually super apartments with fully kitted out kitchens & dining area, finished off with great luxurious/quirky pictures & ornaments.
We went in the month of May and it was gorgeous weather, a few degrees higher than the UK.
Lovely big square and quaint off-shoot streets to the side, full of bars & restaurants, open from early morning until late at night.
There are also fine-dining restaurants away from the centre square if you have a special occasion to celebrate. Hotel & taxi staff will be happy to recommend. Or you can look establishments up yourselves using my good friend Google Search, lol.
There are lots of horse & carriage rides from this centre square which take you on a great tour of the city by usually charming English speaking guides. Available night & day. This gives you alternative views and ways to explore this lovely city. Perfect for romantic couples, but also great to tour around in them with a bunch of mates/family too.
Went to Schindlers Factory via a cheap open cart type thing with roof, that seats between 2 & 10 people.
Can’t remember the price for the cart but be prepared to barter for the price with each driver, they honestly love it and have a laugh with ya whilst doing it as well. Another driver/cart/customer will be along in a minute, all the time.
Can’t remember the price for entry to Factory but it wasn’t much at all, perhaps approx £9 each. Well worth going inside - very sad but interesting and important to see.
The same feelings also apply to Auschwitz but on a grander scale & magnitude. I found it quite eery and very upsetting too. It’s not for everyone and you’ve got to prepare yourself. I am glad I went tho.
Taxi is deffo needed to get there - usually 6 seaters and I think it takes approx an hour to get there.
Be prepared for a lot of walking on rough ground/pebbles with nowhere to sit down & rest.
Make sure yous put good walking shoes/boots on and be prepared to spend approx 5-7 hours there, starting approx 8am ideal.
If you have anyone who is unsteady on their feet, gets short of breath or in a wheelchair/scooter, absolutely no point in going I’m afraid due to the above. And also many of the buildings are two storeys, therefore would not be accessible so missing parts of the exhibitions.
We honestly loved Krakow and would deffo go back again, without visiting the above places next time.
It’s a super Eastern European city with quality hotels, lovely friendly people, great bars & restaurants and lots more sightseeing opportunities to explore too.
In fact, I feel me fingers getting itchy and wanting to click on Google for flights & hotels in Krakow.
Lil tip for ya, the first thing I learnt over there was……
Krakow is not pronounced as “crak-cow” - it’s actually “crak-I’ve”
The second thing I learnt was how to say “hello” - it is pronounced “Jen-dob-bray”.
They’re for free!
HTH a bit. Feel free to ask owt else if ya want.
Do let us know where you end up going.
How exciting and lovely to look forward to.
x
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BlondzDCFC
Well-known member
OMG redblood, how could I forget the Amber?!Another vote for Krakow.
BlondzDCFC pretty much summed up all my thoughts and recommendations.
Fantastic medieval city, easy walking or great tram system if you're not up to it.
Was cheap as chips when my wife and I visited in 95 but she managed to spend more money
on Amber than the cost of our accommodation, entertainment and eating out.
Fantastic night life too.
You wont be sorry.
You’re soooo right. It’s EVERYWHERE!!
x
jonny_greenings_sock
Well-known member
That’s a cool list, three unusual places. Sounds fun a mystery holiday.
Girona would probably have the weather in October but the other two sound much more interesting.
Girona would probably have the weather in October but the other two sound much more interesting.
It was the only thing that I could think of that you had missed.OMG redblood, how could I forget the Amber?!
You’re soooo right. It’s EVERYWHERE!!
x
Seems like you may have doubled the cost of your trip too.
Best of wishes to you Carmen and your footy club too.
I'm sure that you already know from your visits on here over the years that none of us proud
Boro fans want to see your club fold....only punished.