Poland is quite safe, with even major cities like Warsaw and Krakow seeing less crime than many cities in Western Europe. As usual, be alert for pickpockets in crowded areas, especially by tourism hotspots. Krakow’s police are known for frequently ticketing jaywalkers, so be wary of shortcuts, even if you’re in a hurry! Poland has historically been infamous for anti-Semitism, but has belatedly been coming to terms with this heritage, especially as many Poles discover their own Jewish roots. Krakow now hosts the largest Jewish festival in Europe, and some areas, such as Krakow, attract large numbers of Jewish tourists.