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Kwiecień, plecień, bo przeplata, trochę zimy, trochę lata… Posted by on Apr 10, 2012

Today’s blog is about April. April (kwiecień)  was the second month in an early Roman calendar, but became the fourth when the ancient Romans started using January as the first month. The Romans called the month Aprilis. It may come from a word meanting ‘to open’, or it may come from Aphrodite, the Greek name…

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W marcu jak w garncu…. Posted by on Mar 28, 2012

It is so true! I live in New Hampshire and last week we had beautiful 80 degree weather for few days…today it  is snowing! There are so many great Polish sayings about different months that I decided to post a blog just about months and things associated with it every month. So today’s blog is…

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Zakopane charm Posted by on Mar 25, 2012

When people in Europe are asked about Poland, traditional images of Communist-style factories and pollution often spring to mind. But Poland is a country which surprises many with its amazing natural beauty – and as the winter months approach, the country’s gorgeous mountain landscapes become a major attraction for skiiers and hikers, both foreigners and…

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Spring cleaning Posted by on Mar 23, 2012

It has been a very hot week here in New Hampshire! Don’t get me wrong – I’m happy! Love winter and winter sports, but I’m ready for spring! I think this is the first time since I moved to the States, I lost snow in my yard before the end of March! Yay! When it…

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Dr. Irena Eris Posted by on Mar 22, 2012

Does the name sound familiar? When it comes to cosmetics (kosmetyki), Dr. Irena Eris knows how to make people look and feel beautiful. A driving force in the Polish beauty business – with numerous high-tech factories, an arsenal of top-quality skin- and personal care products (produkty do pielęgnacji ciała) and a fast-growing network of spa…

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Relaxing day in Zakopane Posted by on Mar 20, 2012

Are you thinking of a relaxing afternoon? A cold beer in one hand and a beautiful mountain panorama before you. I have an idea – the most beautiful panorama in the Polish and Slovak Tatra Mountains, an unforgettable view of Giewont and the Zakopane valley, traditional inns, restaurants, ‘highland electric tea’ and mulled wine… Giewont…

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Not so typical spas in Poland Posted by on Mar 17, 2012

What comes to mind when you think of the word spa? White fluffy bathrobes, reviving facials and relaxing massages in tranquil surroundings? In Poland however, “spa” means so much more, with many spa resorts offering a wider selection of treatments than anywhere else in Europe – ranging from luxury pampering to more medical-oriented care for…

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