City of the month August 2024: Warsaw ‌🇵🇱‌

[Quincy]

Hello everyone 👋

We are pleased to share 8th city of our "City of the Month" series!

This month, we're highlighting Warsaw, Poland🇵🇱, a city that skilfully strikes a balance between its vibrant current past and rich historical legacy. Warsaw, the largest and capital city of Poland, is a center for innovation, culture, and resiliency. Warsaw provides a multitude of experiences, from its restored Old Town—a UNESCO World Heritage site—to its state-of-the-art museums and modern arts scene. Everyone will find something to love in Warsaw, whether it's seeing the city's historic sites, taking in the beautiful parks, or sampling the varied cuisine!

Are you Hosting in Warsaw or have you visited the city recently? We'd love to hear about your top tips, experiences and any hidden gems you've discovered. Share your stories and recommendations with us below! 👇🏽

You can find all the previous cities that we have featured here 👈

We would love to hear from you!

Quincy

[Robert7021]

Warsaw - probably one the nicest European  city to visit during the summer time . Very green , very clean with lots to do . Apart from the popular and obvious  tourist places, I recommend to visit : Saska Kępa and its French street with lots of small  Caffes , art galleries , bookstores etc . 
Saska Kępa attracts young artists such as painters , writers and actors  . The suburb of embassies , and intellectuals . It used be an island before Dutch regulated the Vistula river long time ago. If you have more time see sandy river beaches,  visit Skaryszewski park, and enjoy architecture. Recommend to spend good few slow hours there 🙂 

Have a great time . 
Robert 

[Paula]

Thank you so much for sharing these recommendations, @Robert7021. I have also heard that winter is popular there for the winter markets; is this true? I have seen some fantastic pictures 😍

Regards,

[Qutaiba3]

Warsaw is one of the most beautiful cities and the capital of Poland. You will enjoy visiting it and discovering its culture. A beautiful and social society. Summer is one of the most beautiful seasons here in Warsaw. I always guide my guests to the important and beautiful areas. In addition to its various restaurants that offer many types of dishes. The city connects the past and the present. By visiting the old city, you will feel the beautiful history and the pleasant present. I wish you a beautiful visit full of joy. My greetings to you. . Qutaiba

[Paula]

Hello @Qutaiba3, thank you for these wonderful recommendations.

Could you perhaps suggest a renowned local dish that tourists should not miss trying?

We’re eager to learn more about it 😛

[Qutaiba3]

Poland is world-famous for its delicious cuisine. Polish culinary traditions are diverse, unique and closely linked to the Polish way of life and culture. In every corner of our country, you can find distinctive dishes and traditions associated with the preparation and presentation of various delicious dishes.

Polish tables feature fresh fruit and vegetable dishes, and foreign gourmets will find their way to the delicious and world-famous Polish apples and cherries. Dishes made from grains and flour, such as bulgur of various types, pastries such as "kluski" and "pierogis", various soups and sauces, also occupy an important place on Polish tables. Meat is also popular, the most important of which are poultry, beef and pork. Smoked and grilled meats with delicious aromas and prepared according to centuries-old traditions are appreciated by Polish and foreign gourmets.

Sweets are an important part of Polish cuisine, with children especially fondant on fruit-flavored cakes and cookies, while adults can't help but enjoy cream-filled tubes of kremovki or sugar-covered buntski (similar to dumplings, but larger).

In southern Poland, lunch starts with kvasnica, a soup made with pickled cabbage juice, while the main course includes either lamb or lamb, or lamb stew cooked with cabbage and cumin.
In the Polish mountains, lunch can be accompanied by a dish of mashed potatoes (muskole). Dessert is usually pompolki, a yeast-based pastry drizzled with honey and butter.

A visit to the Polish mountains is inconceivable without tasting the traditional Ostsiebek cheese. The preparation of the most famous mountain cheese must meet very strict requirements, as just any smoked cheese made from goat's milk cannot bear this special name.

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[Qutaiba3]

I recommend a popular dish in Poland called Russo, which is a vegetable soup with turkey meat. As for the flavor, I am sure everyone will like it.💯

[Quincy]

Hi @Qutaiba3! Someone recommended me to try the following dishes when visiting: 

- Pierogi (Polish dumpling)

- Bigos (hunter's stew)

- żurek (sour rye soup)

- Paczki (Polish donuts)

I'll definitely add Russo to the list if I visit Poland some day! 

Which one is your favourite?

[Tomasz86]

Warsaw, a city that feels like a collage created in Adobe Lightroom, is a dynamic blend of old and new, where every corner tells a unique story. Its vibrant neighborhoods echo Berlin-like vibes with hip cafes, bustling markets, and an alternative art scene, while its skyscrapers and business districts exude a New York-like energy, bustling with innovation and modernity. This fusion of rich history and contemporary flair makes Warsaw an exceptional destination for travelers seeking both cultural depth and urban excitement.

[Rebecca]

Hi @Tomasz86 👋

That's a wonderful description of Warsaw! Have you had any experiences hosting guests in this vibrant city? 😍

[Tomasz86]

I own and rent 3 apartments through Airbnb (two in Warsaw and one in Spain). Airbnb guests are always top-notch guests! I love the option to get in touch with people before, during and after their stays. Thank you very much.

I am also affiliated Airbnb Photo Team photographer and I wish everybody in the real estate industry worked as good as you guys in California: especially the photo editors.

[Elżbieta6]

Warszawa zaurocza zabytkową architektura, wieloma parkami i oczywiście swoim klimatem

Google Translation added by Community Manager:  Warsaw will charm you with its historic architecture, many parks and, of course, its atmosphere

[Rebecca]

Hi @Elżbieta6 👋

Warsaw sounds like a charming city with its rich history, beautiful parks, and unique atmosphere. I've never been to Warsaw but it's on my bucket list of places to visit! 😍

[Rose422]

Warsaw! I used to cite poems about Warsaw and the wars growing up. Can't wait to visit. Haven't been there but met many beautiful polish people in London. Great culture and hospitality. Thanks for sharing.