Elle Croft from A Bird in the Hand Travel explains why she thinks you should visit Kraków, one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Poland…
Although Eastern Europe once seemed remote, secretive and a little bit edgy, it now finds itself planted firmly on the tourist map, with visitors flocking to some of the region’s most popular cities. Destinations such as Prague, Budapest and Dubrovnik are becoming almost as familiar to European explorers as the traditional hotspots of Paris, Berlin or Barcelona. But Eastern Europe is a vast expanse of the continent, and there are many treasures that are yet to join the ranks of their better-known counterparts. If you’re searching for a destination that’s vibrant, fascinating, easy to navigate and just a little bit unusual, look no further than the Polish city of Kraków. Here are 10 cracking reasons to visit Kraków…