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Post Report of the Day

Warsaw, Poland

Are local buses, trams, trains or taxis safe and affordable?

Yes, fantastic system within Warsaw of buses. You can find your way anywhere at any time using www.jakdojade.pl. Taxis are generally cheap, reliable, and prompt. Trains are a bit more dated and sometimes slow relative...

What is the air quality like at post (good/moderate/bad)? Are there seasonal air quality issues? Does the air quality have an impact on health?

Good in summer, moderate in winter. Some coal is still burned, but generally it's better in Warsaw than the countryside.