Stories from Poland
Welcome to Whistling Hound, a Poland travel blog and beyond, packed with stories from the road, insider tips, quirky discoveries, local gems, and more. Start exploring a journey that’s as rich and varied as Poland itself!
Hike To Mount Ślęża For The Perfect Nature Escape From Wroclaw
April 25, 2019
Just an hour from Wroclaw, Mount Ślęża near Wroclaw rises with forested trails, pagan secrets, and panoramic views. It is the perfect […]
Racławice Panorama Museum in Wrocław: A Must-Visit Artistic Gem
March 27, 2019
Wrocław, in Poland’s Lower Silesian region, treasures world-class museum like Racławice Panorama. A must-see, this iconic museum goes by the name […]
Autumn in Poland: 8 Must-Visit Spots for Fall Foliage & Cozy Vibes
March 24, 2019
Autumn in Poland is a fiery spectacle of golden forests, misty mornings, and crisp air! A season that transforms cities […]
10 Unmissable Things to Do in Wellington, Ooty, and Coonoor
December 25, 2018
Tucked in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri Hills, Wellington is a serene escape between Ooty and Coonoor, where crisp 13°C air and […]
Coonoor to Mettupalayam Train Ride: A Scenic Journey on the Nilgiri Mountain Rail
August 4, 2018
From Coonoor’s misty hills to Mettupalayam’s plains, the 2.5-hour ride offers nature’s finest, streams, waterfalls, dense forests, and tunnels. Let […]
How Scoring A Schengen Visa Turned Into A Persistent Chase For Me, & My Learnings From It
June 15, 2018
A relentless pursuit won’t be sidelined by failures, for it is meant to take you there! I never really thought […]
Poland Guide: Uncover the Best Local Adventures & Attractions in Eastern Europe
June 12, 2018
Glowing with picture-postcard old towns, shining cobblestone streets, medieval churches and castles, meticulously designed tenement houses overlooking scenic canals, festivities […]
I Urge You To Ditch Your Himachal, Uttarakhand Or Ladakh Trip This Summer Vacation
June 5, 2018
Summer vacations are here. By now, most of us have already worked out vacation plans, and then there are some […]
Kheerganga Camping Ban 2025: A Trekker’s Guide to Parvati Valley’s New Dawn
May 26, 2018
Blog updated: May 2025 In 2024, the Himachal Pradesh Forest Department enforced the Kheerganga camping ban! The overnight camping is […]
Delhi Stands On The Brink Of Becoming World’s Most Populated City & This Isn’t A Good News!
May 20, 2018
Are you too considering relocating to Delhi in near future? Don’t! Because Delhi doesn’t need any more visitors. The pace […]
Nag Tibba Trek: An Exciting Trail In The Vastness Of Garhwal Himalayas
April 15, 2018
A trek in the mountains acts as the perfect enabler for me! Every few months, I have an urge to […]
Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Trek: Iconic Himalayan Adventures Unveiled
April 6, 2018
In nature’s soothing retreat, I find my cosy comfort,Urging my fancy, with force impelling me into an effort! The Valley […]
Finland Now Has A Hotel-On-Sled & Northern Lights Viewing Gets Even Dreamier
March 27, 2018
Happy country, happy people, happy outdoors, and happy stay! Finland – the dreamy Scandinavian country that topped the United Nations’ […]
Gdańsk in Frames: A Photo Guide to the Best Things to Do
March 25, 2018
The last stop on our Eurotrip 2017 was an absolute icing on the cake. Gdańsk, the Baltic Coast of Poland, […]
In Pictures: The Best Of Krakow Christmas Market & City Center
March 11, 2018
Just when you thought that you have seen the best of Poland, you stumble upon yet another remarkable destination, oozing […]