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Calin

I am a journalist and local expert who has been documenting life in Romania since 2013. Based in Constanta (after living in Bucharest and Drobeta Turnu Severin), I provide up-to-date, on-the-ground advice for expats and travelers. My articles are based on real life experiences and plenty of research - from paying Romanian bills to exploring the wild "Rawmania" countryside.

The Real Cost of Studying in Romania: an International Student’s Monthly Budget

money planning for students in Romania

Romania has seen prices going up in these past few years, and as a result, students will unfortunately have to spend more than ever if they want to study here. Actually, the general truth is that when you study abroad, … Read more

60 Things a Foreigner Learned about Living in Romania: Culture Shocks, Observations & More

tourist enjoying Romanian travel

As a local who has lived in Romania my entire life, I know I have an inherently biased perspective on living in this country. Things that feel perfectly normal to me can be culture shocks for foreigners traveling to Romania … Read more

Where to Stay in Timisoara: Best Hotels in the City (2026 Guide)

where to stay in Timisoara

If you’re planning to visit Timisoara, your overall experience will be heavily influenced by where you will choose to stay. To make it easier for you – and ensure you have a perfect stay here – I will share my … Read more

35 Weird & Funny Romanian Superstitions You Didn’t Know (Deochi aka Evil Eye & More)

Romanian Superstitions

Did you know that stepping on a sewer cap in Romania brings immediate bad luck? But worry not, because you can undo the damage if you jump three times on one leg and whisper “bad luck” after each hop. Romanians … Read more

25 Amazing Traditional Romanian Foods You Must Try

best traditional Romanian foods

Romania has some amazing foods that I am sure anybody would love – and today I’m here to prove it by sharing the amazing traditional Romanian foods you must try when you visit. While it is true that some of … Read more

Homeschooling in Romania: Laws, Umbrella Schools, and Our Experience

Homeschooling our son in first grade

We homeschooled our son in Romania for two and a half years, and today I want to share all the details and things you must be aware of when it comes to homeschooling here. I’m only talking about how to … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Romania’s Clay Castle of the Valley of Fairies

fairy tale clay castle in Romania Valley of the Fairies

Romania has plenty of unique attractions, and today I will tell you about one of the most recent ones – the Fairy Valley Clay Castle, known locally as Castelul Valea Zânelor. Located in the Porumbacu de Sus village, this unique … Read more

These Are the Most Famous Romanian Models of All Time

Romanian supermodels

We all know that women in Romania are truly beautiful, but what about the best of the best? The Romanian models I am talking about below show you a glimpse into Romanian beauty – old and new. I am surprised … Read more

Where in Romania Is Transylvania? (And Dracula’s Castle)

searching for Transylvania on the map

Transylvania is not a country, but a region in Romania. Transylvania is located in the central part of Romania and it is one of the main historical regions of the country (which, depending on whom you ask, are either 3, … Read more

Is Moving to Romania Still Affordable? My Take on Why the “Cheap Expat” Dream is Ending

moving to Romania is still a good idea

Going to the supermarket in Romania nowadays risks giving me a panic attack: prices have gone up tremendously over the past several years and, for many products, they’re close to those in Western European countries. I was ready to declare … Read more

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  • money planning for students in Romania
    The Real Cost of Studying in Romania: an International Student’s Monthly Budget
  • tourist enjoying Romanian travel
    60 Things a Foreigner Learned about Living in Romania: Culture Shocks, Observations & More
  • where to stay in Timisoara
    Where to Stay in Timisoara: Best Hotels in the City (2026 Guide)
  • Romanian Superstitions
    35 Weird & Funny Romanian Superstitions You Didn’t Know (Deochi aka Evil Eye & More)
  1. Calin on Is Moving to Romania Still Affordable? My Take on Why the “Cheap Expat” Dream is EndingAugust 24, 2026
  2. Michael on Is Moving to Romania Still Affordable? My Take on Why the “Cheap Expat” Dream is EndingAugust 23, 2026
  3. Calin on Is Moving to Romania Still Affordable? My Take on Why the “Cheap Expat” Dream is EndingAugust 20, 2026
  4. Brian on Is Moving to Romania Still Affordable? My Take on Why the “Cheap Expat” Dream is EndingAugust 20, 2026
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