The Polish tourist map is changing rapidly, drawing fresh fascinating trends. While social media broadcasts from Zakopane, where guests from arabian countries enjoy even the rainy weather, on the another side of the country, on the Baltic Sea, the language of our confederate neighbours is getting louder. These 2 phenomena show how different regions of Poland become a magnet for completely different groups of tourists, which creates both immense opportunities and fresh challenges for local entrepreneurs. In the mountains there is luxury and fascination with a different culture, while by the sea there is simply a good price and closeness.
The presence of tourists from the Arabian Peninsula in Podhale is no longer a novelty, but its scale is inactive impressive. Walking around Krupówki, it is easy to encounter full families in conventional outfits, fascinated by mountain architecture and lush nature. On the another hand, on the Pomeranian beaches and cycling paths we will increasingly meet Czechs, who discovered the Polish coast as an perfect place for a vacation holiday. This phenomenon shows how Poland becomes a destination for increasingly diverse visitors from all over the world.
Arab fascination with Tatras. What attracts visitors from the mediate East?
The phenomenon of Zakopane's popularity among tourists from countries specified as the United arabian Emirates or Saudi Arabia is mostly the consequence of intensive promotional activities conducted by the Polish Tourist Organisation. However, what keeps them for longer and makes them willingly return is simply a unique combination of wildlife, different culture and... weather. For inhabitants of desert regions, the Polish summertime with its greenery, forests and rivers is an extraordinary attraction. Moreover, even rain, which is frequently complained about by Polish tourists, is simply a fascinating phenomenon for visitors from the mediate EastThey can enjoy like children.
Arab tourists see Poland as a safe and attractive country in a European standard, but at the same time exotic. They are fascinated by highland culture, music and craftsmanship. Products that are everyday for Poles, specified as Amber jewelry, regional cheeses or even ‘fowl’ candy, in their eyes become luxury souvenirswhich they are willing to buy in large quantities. This makes them highly desirable customers, leaving crucial sums of money in the region.
Entrepreneurs wipe their hands. How does Zakopane adapt to guests?
Local entrepreneurs from Podhale rapidly understood the large possible of the fresh group of tourists. To meet their expectations and supply maximum comfort, the hotel and catering offer undergoes a real revolution. In many hotels and guesthouses, bidets in bathrooms have already become standard, and the menu in restaurants has been enriched by dishes prepared according to halal rules. You can besides see signs and information boards translated into Arabic.
The adaptation besides has its little affirmative sides. Guests from the Arabian Peninsula frequently like to travel around the region with rented luxury cars specified as sports Mustangs, alternatively of utilizing taxis or public transportation. Unfortunately, this does not always go hand in hand with cognition of local regulations. Residents and another services frequently study problems with parking in prohibited places, and even car-driving incidents on the celebrated Krupówka, which leads to local tensions. Despite these challenges, the economical benefits for the region are undeniable, and the increasing airline network makes Zakopane permanently included in the list of favourite tourist destinations from the mediate East.
A shift on the Baltic. Czechs discover Polish beaches
While the Arabic language can be heard in the mountains, the Czech sound is becoming more and more crucial at the Polish sea. Our confederate neighbours, who have chosen Croatia or Italy for years, are now massively discovering the charms of the Baltic Sea. The towns specified as Hel and the full Western Pomerania are peculiarly popular. What attracts the Czechs to the Polish sea? First of all, excellent value for money. Resting on the Baltic is much cheaper for them than in popular resorts in the south of Europe.
However, not only finances play a role. The Czechs appreciate Polish hospitality, tasty cuisine (especially fresh fish and waffles) and many attractions, including an extended network of bicycle paths. As he emphasized in his interview with “Rzeczpospolita” Tomáš Zukal, manager of the CzechTourism delegation in Poland: “We Czechs have fallen in love with Poland and Poles are very welcome and appreciated”. This common sympathy translates into a increasing tourist movement in both directions.
I'll take it as a target. Where are the Czechs most likely to rest?
The island of Uznam became a real hit among Czech tourists, and in peculiar the Polish part with Świnoujście at the head. Although only 1 5th of the island's surface belongs to Poland, this part is seen as much more interesting and more entertaining than German. The Czech writer Věra Vaňková on the Seznam portal recommended the Polish side of the Baltic to her countrymen.
In her article, she assessed that German resorts on the island are calmer and more suitable for seniors, while the Polish side is vibrant. ‘If you are looking for bars, discos and nightlife, A pig’s exit will be the right choice for you” – wrote Vaňková. This shows that the Polish coast successfully competes with another European destinations, offering not only beautiful beaches and affordable prices, but besides a rich amusement offer that falls into the tastes of younger and more active tourists from the Czech Republic.
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The Arabs loved Zakopane. A different nation reigns over the Baltic
