Poland as a Model to Follow: How Czechs Discovered Holidays on the Baltic Coast

Saturday, Oct 5, 2024

Gazeta Wyborcza

Czech perception of Poland has shifted from negative stereotypes to positive views, driven by economic factors and improved infrastructure.

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For many years, Czechs held a negative perception of Poland due to past advertising campaigns portraying Poles as dishonest, and concerns over the quality and safety of Polish products. Furthermore, poor road conditions were cited as a deterrent for travel. Consequently, Croatia was the primary summer destination for Czech tourists. This changed significantly with the 2022 war in Ukraine and rising inflation, leading many Czech consumers to switch to Polish goods due to lower prices. They discovered that Polish food quality matched local standards, and fuel was cheaper on the Polish side. Shopping tourism spurred a shift towards Polish holiday travel, as Polish roads were found to be better maintained than those in the Czech Republic. This positive change has been reflected in advertising campaigns highlighting Poland’s infrastructure. Statistics confirm this trend, showing a substantial increase in Czech tourists visiting Poland compared to pre-pandemic levels, with many choosing the Baltic Sea over Croatia, citing good service and being treated as welcome guests.

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