Warsaw Making Waves
People often expect Warsaw to be a gray concrete jungle still nursing a post-Communist hangover. But no. In the two decades since the collapse of the Soviet bloc, the Polish capital has shaken off its battle scars and embraced the rhythm of modern life. The Warsaw of today is a vibrant and modern metropolis crammed full of stylish restaurants, new hotels, a throbbing nightlife scene, streamlined architectural landmarks, bohemian bars and shops galore. Its modern aspects compete with the historic ones, as it looks toward the future. The city manages to maintain while keeping just the right balance with the past - making Warsaw one of the hottest new city-break destinations in Central and Eastern Europe.