Traveling to Finland? 5 Fascinating Facts About The Land of a Thousand Lakes

Ah, Finland! A land that dances between the charm of endless summer days and the mystical allure of winter’s Northern Lights. If you’re planning a trip to this Nordic haven, you’re in for an adventure that’s as rich in culture as it is in natural beauty. But before you pack your bags and set off Read more about Traveling to Finland? 5 Fascinating Facts About The Land of a Thousand Lakes[…]

Piątkowe Picie: Wiśniewski🍒, The Gdańsk Bar That Sells Only ONE Product

Piątkowe Picie: Wiśniewski🍒, The Gdańsk Bar That Sells Only ONE Product “Cherries are the team for me” – AFC Bournemouth fans. This is nuts. Actually, it’s not nuts, it’s Cherries. There is a bar in Gdańsk that sells only ONE product. And I’ve walked past it about 100 times. This month, for some weird reason, Read more about Piątkowe Picie: Wiśniewski🍒, The Gdańsk Bar That Sells Only ONE Product[…]

Wandering in Warsaw: A Casual Explorer’s Guide

Warsaw is where history meets hip and every street corner has an interesting story to share. We’ve crafted a laid-back itinerary that’s more of a friendly nudge than a rigid schedule. So, lace up your trusty walking shoes and get ready for a casual, charming exploration of this Polish gem. Getting Started First things first, Read more about Wandering in Warsaw: A Casual Explorer’s Guide[…]

Dziwaczne Odkrycia: Northern Irish Band Therapy? Absolutely Rock Warszawa

Dziwaczne Odkrycia: Northern Irish Band Therapy? Absolutely Rock Warszawa

“Heaven kicked you out. You wouldn’t wear a tie” – Andy Cairns. Therapy? then. Therapy? live in Warszawa. Therapy? This was to be the wow. Therapy? It was my second time since emigrating to Poland 🇵🇱 that I had the pleasure of watching a Northern Irish rock band live! The first one was Ash, when Read more about Dziwaczne Odkrycia: Northern Irish Band Therapy? Absolutely Rock Warszawa[…]

Top 7 Cosiest Retreats in Iceland: The Ultimate Guide to Memorable Stays

Top 7 Cosiest Retreats in Iceland: The Ultimate Guide to Memorable Stays

Iceland, with its otherworldly landscapes and captivating natural wonders, has earned its place as a dream destination for travellers seeking both adventure and tranquillity. While exploring the island’s breathtaking waterfalls, geothermal springs, and volcanoes is a must, your choice of accommodation can elevate your Icelandic experience from remarkable to truly unforgettable. In this ultimate guide, Read more about Top 7 Cosiest Retreats in Iceland: The Ultimate Guide to Memorable Stays[…]

Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: "The Wild Cats" Żbik Nasielsk play "The Airport Boys" RKS Okęcie Warszawa

Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: “The Wild Cats” Żbik Nasielsk play “The Airport Boys” RKS Okęcie Warszawa

My new life without alcohol and late nights doesn’t mean no football and this weekend, I was in little Nasielsk to watch “The Wild Cats” play “The Airport Boys”! This match was between MLKS Żbik Nasielsk and RKS Okęcie Warszawa and it was my first time to visit this town, Nasielsk. It’s very reachable on Read more about Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: “The Wild Cats” Żbik Nasielsk play “The Airport Boys” RKS Okęcie Warszawa[…]

Travelling To Poland: Tips On Using an eSIM For Travel Data

Travelling To Poland: Tips On Using an eSIM For Travel Data

As you know, if you follow this blog and my more active Facebook Page (Northern Irishman in Poland), I base myself in Poland most of the year but I also travel a lot. As a blogger, this means I need to get online, even when I’m on the move. Of course, my base here, Poland, Read more about Travelling To Poland: Tips On Using an eSIM For Travel Data[…]

Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: Poland 3-0 Northern Ireland in Police (Peelers)! Men’s Under 16 Match!

What a birthday surprise this was! On Thursday March 30th 2023, I headed by train from Warszawa to Szczecin by train for a three day trip. The plan was to visit the little town of Police! While Police in Northern Ireland means “peelers”, in Poland it is pronounced “Pollitzay” and is a small town not Read more about Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: Poland 3-0 Northern Ireland in Police (Peelers)! Men’s Under 16 Match![…]

Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: Introducing Loughgall FC, Europe’s Smallest Ever Top Flight Football Club

“Something changed” – Pulp. This post rings some bells, doesn’t it? Well a few years ago, I backpacked all the way to Krakow, then Tarnow, then Zabno, then Zalipie then the tiny village of Nieciecza in Poland! Nieciecza was once the village that has hosted Europe’s smallest ever top flight football club. That post was Read more about Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: Introducing Loughgall FC, Europe’s Smallest Ever Top Flight Football Club[…]

Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: KS Warka 1-1 KS Powiślanka Lipsko – Local Derby In Warka

“Suddenly I found that I’d lost my way in this city. The streets and the thousands of colours all bleed into one” – Noel Gallagher. My football groundhopping adventures continued in May 2023. In terms of football matches I’ve attended, I haven’t counted properly for years but it’s over 1,000 matches, watching around 500 different Read more about Śmieszne Historie o Piłce Nożnej w Polsce: KS Warka 1-1 KS Powiślanka Lipsko – Local Derby In Warka[…]