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In the early 1900s, the residents of Gdynia had no idea that their peaceful little fishing village was about to become a great industrial port. After the Treaty of Versailles established the Free City of Gdańsk, incorporating Sopot and Gdańsk, Gdynia found itself on the other side of the border in the newly reformed Polish state. Now sitting at the top of the Polish corridor, the stretch of land awarded to Poland to allow it access to the sea, Gdynia was soon slated for major port status. Construction of modern port facilities began on May 21, 1921, and the city hasn’t looked back since. After German occupation in WWII, when it was known as Gotenhafen, Gdynia was reunited with Sopot and Gdańsk. Today it is a thriving port city with the highest reputed per capita income in Poland. Ignored by most travellers, as it lacks the historical buildings of its neighbours, Gdynia can boast the best restaurants in the Tri-city, an exciting nightlife, a thriving and bustling city centre some beautiful beaches and walks and a small but decent selection of hotels.  

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  • Taj Mahal
    The best Indian food we've had anywhere! British friends often visit us who travel around the world and spend 3 months at a time in India. They say it's the best Indian food they've had outside of India. The chefs and the food are the "real deal." [...]
  • Wojtek the Bear
    I think it's a great idea to remember the contributions that free Polish forces made to the Allied victory and Wojtek is an appealing symbol to help interest children, in particular, in the history of Poland's fight against both Nazi and Stalinist t[...]
  • Dom Marynarza
    I have just recently stayed here and found it a most pleasant two days: the seaside view, the good price, the helpful receptionists and proximity to waterfront nightlife made it a great time! I will definitely return.[...]
  • Blick
    i stayed in the hotel blick last year. i found the staff very accomodating and helpful. they were very courteous and welcomming.the accomadation was exellent and the food was excellent also.i will be returning there[...]
  • Da Vinci
    I toured with my wife around Poland for a week and at the last evening (5.8.09) ate at Da Vinci restaurant before leaving the country. There is nothing good to say about this restaurant if you forget its nice decoration! It was the only restaurant w[...]
  • Pueblo
    Best Tex-Mex you'll find outside Austin, TX. Great service from an impressively stable staff.[...]
  • 10.07 - Friday - 11.07 Saturday - D.I.Y. Hardcore Punk Fest vol.5
    Awesome, so glad to see La Fraction again, not just the biggest, but probably also the best punk-rock event this summer!!![...]
  • Barracuda
    is a very nice place where you can find peace and good food. I tried a polish soup with fish and salmon with potatos. Don't hesitate to try the best apple pie I ever ate - with icecream. So, in conclusion, this restaurant deseserve to be visited.[...]
  • El Greco
    Good food, nice atmosphere - but I'll take Santorini any day over El Greco. Food is superior there (in my opinion) and its decor is heartening, especially on bleak winter days.[...]
  • Sphinx
    But hey - considering their only competition is the sleazy "kebap" joints sullying almost every corner, Sphinx does a decent job. At least they know what the hell a kebab really is, and will oblige if you request extra spice. These other joints se[...]
  • Hollywood Diner
    Give them a break! Lately they added to their admittedly odd little menu a hamburger that is positively first-class, twice as much beef as bread with zingy pickles and grilled onions. Very pleasant service. However, given the mannequin at the ent[...]
  • Dobry Adres
    This place use to be a good choice, but it has been going down hill fast. The nice free herring is gone, the service was once prompt is now very slow. I also found the place dirty. The place seems on a quick road downhill. They need to quickly get [...]
  • 15/01/2009 Śląska Grupa Bluesowa - Concert
    Hallo, I had the chance to listen AgnieszkaLapka in a private concert in Venice, a fewweeks ago; it was one of the most fantasticexperiences of the last years. Opinions?[...]
  • Hotel Blick
    The Hotel Blick is a well managed smart business hotel close to the town centre of Gdynia and in easy walking distance from a stack of restaurants and bars.The whole hotel is spotless and the team of attractive young ladies that staff the reception [...]
  • Bakłażan
    I dined several times at Baklazan, enjoyed it immensely, and am dismayed to note that it has recently closed.[...]
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