Krakow’s old promotion method sticks
Continuing the effort initiated last fall, the City Council has prepared another set of travel stickers for tourists to take with them as souvenirs of their stay in Krakow.
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Advert for Jewish play banned
The Warsaw City Transportation Board (ZTM) disallowed posters publicizing the theatrical piece titled “The Last Jew in Europe” from being displayed in buses, arguing that its presentation of the Star of David and the word ‘Jew’ may offend passengers.
Read moreEducating youth on safe drinking
A nationwide campaign called “Watch Your Drink,” is being implemented in Krakow. The initiative aims to promote responsible drinking and spread awareness on the dangers of drink dosing by others.
Read moreRadio gives expats own voice
Every Sunday morning, Radio Alfa 102.40 FM presents the English-speaking community with ExPat Radio, an engaging show that promotes the many attractions of Krakow and encourages foreigners to get involved in local activities.
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It’s big money: Cash from earnings comes home
Polish citizens working abroad are sending billions of pounds in earnings back home every year. According to the Polish Central Bank, Poles throughout Europe sent 3 bln pounds to Poland in 2007. An estimated 1.8 bln pounds came from the UK.
Read moreWawel Royal Castle presents exciting plans for 2008-2009
After its many achievements last year, the Museum Council of the Wawel Royal Castle intends to continue its success in 2008 with further exhibitions, conservation projects, and traditional events.
Read moreJagiellonian University opens Center for Holocaust Studies
The Jagiellonian University in Krakow inaugurated its Center for Holocaust Studies on Jan. 17, as the first establishment among Polish colleges to concentrate on the study and research of Jewish annihilation.
Read more“Fear” reopens controversy over antisemitism
Publishing Company Znak has organized a meeting in Krakow with Jan Tomasz Gross, author of “Fear: Anti-Semitism in Poland after Auschwitz – An Essay in Historical Interpretation,” on Jan. 24.
Read moreNat’l postal service just can’t deliver on time
The national post operator, Poczta Polska, caused disappointment and frustration among its clients as countless gift packages and greetings cards failed to reach their recipients in time for Christmas.
Read moreKrakow’s cultural rap sheet growing
Proposed to the public on Jan. 10, the Promotion Strategy of Krakow for the 2008 to 2012 term aims to present Krakow as a center of high culture and new technology, representing much more than just entertainment and mass tourism.
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