Archive for 'Culture'
Remembering Polish Pope John Paul:) Posted by Kasia on Nov 8, 2013
Recently I was going through some pictures and talking to my daughter about Polish Pope John Paul II (Jan Paweł II). He was a wonderful person and I think all Poles are so proud of him! Our Polish pope changed the papacy in many ways – he was charismatic and spiritual leader, but also a very…
Amusement/adventure park for kids in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Nov 7, 2013
In the United States we have Disney World, Disney Land and other theme parks where families can enjoy all different rides, games, food. But there is really no such a place in Poland yet…There are plans to open one soon though. Plans have been unveiled for Poland’s first Theme Park, Adventure World Warsaw, due to…
Is All Saints Day a happy holiday? Posted by Kasia on Nov 1, 2013
Halloween is getting more and more popular in Poland thanks to the media, especially American films, but in Poland it is All Saints’ Day (Dzień Wszystkich Świętych) which is celebrated by most people. It takes place on November 1st and has nothing to do with fun (according to most people). It’s a quiet sad day…
Flirting…in Polish? Posted by Kasia on Oct 30, 2013
So you met this beautiful girl/handsome guy in Poland (or from Poland). How do you invite him/her on a date? How is the conversation going to be during your first date? Or maybe you just saw someone at the party and you are a little shy, don’t know how to invite someone on a date…
What to watch when you are in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Oct 22, 2013
Whenever we visit my family in Poland, my husband is always looking for english channels…And I’m sure you do the same while in Poland. However, if you can’t find anything you like in English, watching Polish show/movie could be a great way to practice Polish! The broad range of national and international TV stations is…
Social media in Poland Posted by Kasia on Sep 5, 2013
Social media have been in our lives for a long time now…and they seem to be overtaking the world! A lot of people wake up in the morning and first thing they do is checking their Facebook/Twitter/etc account…Do you know how people use social media in Poland? Here is a little info about it: Facebook…
What does really “Sto Lat” song is about and how to wish Happy Birthday in Polish Posted by Kasia on Sep 1, 2013
Birthdays (urodziny) can be a great barometer of cultural difference. Surrounded by tradition and often accompanied by standard etiquette, they can be a potential minefield for a foreigner. In Poland most people celebrate birthdays however they may not be celebrated with as much enthusiasm as is reserved for “name days” (https://blogs.transparent.com/polish/imieniny/). Perhaps one of the…