Conversation with Jacek Słowak, ambassador of the Fair – presentation, stories about travelling
Introducing the Fair Ambassador Jacek Słowak, talking about his SlowTravel journeys, the people he travels with and the travel activities he runs.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
10:35 - 10:45
A conversation with Jakub Juszyński (blog "tymrazem.pl"), ambassador of the Fair – walks around Kielce as we have never seen them before
Introduction to the Fair Ambassador Jakub Juszyński, a conversation about his SlowTravel travels and the Kielce City Walks initiative he created.
Slow Travel Scene - hall 1
10:45 - 10:55
Conversation with Ania Chałacińska (blog "ślady na mapie") – about Uzbekistan
A presentation of the traveler Ania Chałacińska, a story about her passion for traveling in the Slow Travel rhythm and exploring Uzbekistan.
SlowTravel scene - hall1
10:55 - 11:50
Workshops – Creating decorations and compositions from tissue paper inspired by traditional crafts.
Alicja Krawczyk, a local artist from the old mill in Trzykosy, member of the board of the Sandomierz Apple Trail Association, invites you to a workshop on creating tissue paper ornaments and compositions inspired by traditional crafts. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The ornaments created during the workshop will be taken home.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:00 - 12:20
Opening of the tourist season - Regional Tourist Organisation of the Świętokrzyskie Province
The ceremonial inauguration of the tourist season by the Marshal's Office: Mrs. Marshal Renata Janik, Mrs. Anita Koniusz, Mr. Marcin Pietak.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:20 - 12:30
Opening of the tourist season - Regional Tourist Organisation of the Świętokrzyskie Province
Inauguration of the tourist season by the Marshal's Office - presentation on relaxation tourism.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:30 - 13:00
Opening of the tourist season - Regional Tourist Organisation of the Świętokrzyskie Province - European Fairy Tale Centre
The Marshal's Office inaugurates the tourist season. A performance by the European Fairy Tale Centre - play Koziołek Matołek.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
13:00 - 13:10
Interview with Agnieszka Iqbal from Mountain Challenger Pakistan – travelling around Pakistan, expeditions in the Himalaya
A presentation of the history of Mountain Challenger, stories about travels along the Silk Road, expeditions to the Himalayas, Karakoram and the others wild mountains of Pakistan.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
13:00 - 13:30
Opening of the tourist season - Regional Tourist Organisation of the Świętokrzyskie Province
A culinary demonstration will be held at the ROT stand, along with a tasting.
Stand ROT 1-F09 - Hall 1
13:15 - 13:45
Workshops – The sweet smell of honey: making natural candles from beeswax. Piotr Stępień, owner of Pasieka Stępień apiary in Bidzin
Piotr Stępień, owner of the Stępień Apiary in Bidziny, invites you to a workshop on making natural beeswax candles. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The candles made during the workshop are taken home.
SlowTravel Scene - hall 1
13:50 - 14:00
Conversation with Deogratius Torio from Tanzania – safari stories
A presentation by Deogratius Torio, a Tanzanian who learned to speak Polish on a construction site in Zanzibar. He leads all kinds of tours in Zanzibar and Tanzania, including safaris in the National Parks.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
14:10 - 14:40
Pottery workshop - The Pottery Tradition Center in Chałupki Patrycja Ciszek
The Pottery Tradition Center in Chałupki invites you to a ceramics workshop led by Patrycja Ciszek. You'll be able to hear about the region's pottery traditions, dating back to the mid-16th century. Patrycja will demonstrate live on stage how ceramic wonders are created on a real potter's wheel. You'll also have the opportunity to try your hand at a potter's wheel under the guidance of a professional.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
14:50 - 15:10
Workshops – Purple Valley Szydłów – Szydłowska CHOG plum in chocolate – demonstration
We invite you to a workshop organized by Purple Valley Szydłów. The Szydłowska PGI Plum in Chocolate is an amazing show where you can dip specially prepared plums in a chocolate fondue fountain. You can also play groundhog and wrap them in foil. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The plums made during the workshop are free to eat or take home.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
15:15 - 15:25
Winnica Novi – talks about wine and the palace
The Novi Vineyard invites you to listen to stories about original wine production as well as the history of the Cianowice Palace.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
15:30 - 15:50
Demonstration – Cold pressing of oil from rapeseed – Grzegorz and Cezary Kurek, "Zdrowolejowo" Farm, Maksymilianów
Grzegorz and Cezary Kurek from the "Zdrowolejowo" farm invite you to a live demonstration of cold-pressed rapeseed oil. Not only will you be able to see the process itself, but you'll also be able to sample the finished product, which the gentlemen will be serving up.
SlowTravel Scene - hall 1
15:55 - 16:05
Pocket knives across Africa – an interview with Jacek Słowak
A conversation with Jacek Słowak about his book "Pocket Knives Along Africa"
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
16:05 - 16:35
Workshops – ‘Bee treasure’ – honey with nuts and its secrets. Piotr Stępień, owner of Pasieka Stępień apiary in Bidziny.
Piotr Stępień, owner of the Stępień Apiary in Bidziny, invites you to a honey-and-nut making workshop. You'll learn about the properties of honey and make your own jar of honey. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The jars of honey made during the workshop will be taken home.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
Day II: 12 April 2026 (Sunday)
Exposition opening hours: 10:00 - 17:00
10:20 - 10:30
A conversation with Jacek Słowak, ambassador of the Fair – stories about travelling
A conversation with the Fair Ambassador Jacek Słowak about his SlowTravel travels around the world, stories from the Traveler's Cottage.
Ewelina Borkowska from Lawendowy Rancz invites you to a workshop on making medicinal lavender salts. You'll be able to hear about the beneficial properties of the salts and even make your own. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The lavender salts made during the workshop will be taken home.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
11:10 - 11:30
Demonstration – Cold pressing of oil from rapeseed – Grzegorz and Cezary Kurek, "Zdrowolejowo" Farm, Maksymilianów
Grzegorz and Cezary Kurek from the "Zdrowolejowo" farm invite you to a live demonstration of cold-pressed rapeseed oil. Not only will you be able to see the process itself, but you'll also be able to sample the finished product, which the gentlemen will be serving up.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
11:35 - 11:55
An inner journey to SandoRaju, Vege – Point – Anna and Jacek Przybyszowie
Anna Przybysz, together with her husband, Jacek, invites you on a journey to Sandorparadise with a glass of apple juice from the Sandomierz Apple Trail.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:00 - 12:10
A conversation with Jakub Juszyński (blog "tymrazem.pl"), ambassador of the Fair – local travel and our neighbours
A conversation about the impressions from the City Walk on April 12, 2026 - Geological Kielce and stories about our neighbors from abroad.
SlowTravel scene- hall 1
12:10 - 12:20
Presentation of the Czech region of Vysocina
We invite you to watch a presentation of the Czech Vysočina region – a picturesque region in Central Bohemia, famous for its hilly landscape, pristine nature, and UNESCO sites such as Telč. Situated on the border of Bohemia and Moravia, it offers excellent conditions for hiking, cycling, and cross-country skiing.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:20 - 12:30
Zanzibar YachtFun – exploring southern Africa from aboard a catamaran
Conversations with Czesław Kowalczyk, who will talk about his travels around Zanzibar, sailing expeditions and experiences that show that slow travel can mean true freedom, closeness to nature and discovering the world without rushing.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
12:35 - 12:50
Rituals that nourish the body and soul. Discover ‘Blossoming Apple Trees’ by Anna Wójcik.
Enter Anna Wójcik's relaxation zone - "Blooming Apple Trees." This space is created with love and respect for the earth and Mother Nature. Experience comfortable rest and relaxation in the heart of apple orchards. Marvel at the Sandomierz region from a completely different perspective.
SlowTravel scene - hall1
12:55 - 13:15
Workshops – Purple Valley Szydłów – Szydłów plum CHOG in chocolate - pokaz
We invite you to a workshop organized by Purple Valley Szydłów. The Szydłowska PGI Plum in Chocolate is an amazing show where you can dip specially prepared plums in a chocolate fondue fountain. You can also play groundhog and wrap them in foil. The workshop will be conducted live on stage and accommodates 12 participants. The plums made during the workshop are free to eat or take home.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
13:20 - 13:30
Novi Winery – talks about wine and the palace
The Novi Vineyard invites you to listen to stories about original wine production as well as the history of the Cianowice Palace.
SlowTravel Scene - hall 1
13:30 - 13:40
Interview with Agnieszka Iqbal from Mountain Challenger Pakistan – travelling around Pakistan, expeditions in the Himalayas
A presentation of the history of Mountain Challenger, stories about travels along the Silk Road, expeditions to the Himalayas, Karakoram and the others wild mountains of Pakistan.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
13:45 - 14:15
Pottery workshop - The Pottery Tradition Center in Chałupki Patrycja Ciszek
The Pottery Tradition Center in Chałupki invites you to a ceramics workshop led by Patrycja Ciszek. You'll be able to hear about the region's pottery traditions, dating back to the mid-16th century. Patrycja will demonstrate live on stage how ceramic wonders are created on a real potter's wheel. You'll also have the opportunity to try your hand at a potter's wheel under the guidance of a professional.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
14:20 - 14:30
A conversation with Jacek Słowak, ambassador of the Fair – stories about travelling
More stories from Jacek Słowak about traveling the world as a Slow Traveler.
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
14:30 - 14:45
The conclusion of the fair game TrekPoint and the award ceremony
SlowTravel scene - hall 1
14:50 - 15:10
Ania Chałacińska – travels through ,Egypt and Turkey a different way
More stories by Ania Chałacińska about travels around Egypt and Turkey in a different way.
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