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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.

Is Romania in the EU (European Union) and Schengen?

Romania part of the EU and Schengen

If you’re planning a trip to Romania (or anywhere in Europe, really), you need to know the answers to two important questions: is Romania part of the European Union? And is it part of the Schengen zone? The answers directly … Read more

Living in Timisoara: Should You Move or Retire Here?

Living in Timisoara

Today, I want to help you decide whether Timisoara, Romania, would be a good city to live in long-term. After all, it was the European City of Culture in 2023, a reward after years of growth and improvement. It followed … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Traditional Romanian Easter Foods

Romanian Easter Foods Featured Image

With Easter just around the corner, I decided to create this mouth-watering article sharing the best traditional Easter foods in Romania so everybody can see what we eat during the Easter celebrations. In my opinion, Easter foods are the best … Read more

How to Say Happy Easter in Romanian (and other Easter Greetings)

say happy easter in Romanian

With Easter coming soon, you might want to hone your Romanian language skills and learn how to say Happy Easter in Romanian and maybe learn a few other greetings in the process. No matter whether you’re trying to impress your … Read more

Iran Targets Romania Over US Military Deployment

stop war sign

I kept an eye on the news since the Iran conflict began, but I never though that Romania would ever be directly mentioned. However, things have changed recently for those of us living in Romania – or planning a visit … Read more

People’s Salvation Cathedral (The National Cathedral) in Romania, One of the BIGGEST in the World

Peoples Salvation Cathedral in Bucharest Romania

Romanians seem to love massive buildings, and to prove that statement correct, I’m going to talk today about the People’s Salvation Cathedral, aka Catedrala Mântuirii Neamului in Bucharest, Romania. If you are planning a trip to Bucharest or are just … Read more

Unique Attraction in Romania: the “Colorful Forest” in Baia de Fier, Near Targu Jiu

Colorful Forest Romania

I always like to discover unique, lesser-known attractions in Romania and the Colorful Forest in Baia de Fier fits the bill perfectly. It is a striking visual protest located right on the side of a busy national road, and I … Read more

Is Cluj Napoca Dangerous? The Truth About Safety in Romania’s IT Hub

cluj napoca dangerous or not

There are still concerns regarding Romania’s safety overall as a country, so if you’re planning to visit Cluj Napoca, you might have similar questions: “Is it safe” “What about crime?” Fortunately, there’s nothing to worry about! Cluj-Napoca is one of … Read more

The Best Websites for Renting or Buying Apartments & Houses in Romania

buy or rent in Romania

If you are planning to retire to Romania or simply relocate/move here for a longer period of time, you will need to rent an apartment or house – or maybe even buy one if you’re sure you’re staying here long … Read more

How to Get from Brasov to Timisoara (and Vice Versa)

how to get from Brasov to Timisoara

Since Brasov and Timisoara are two of the most important cities in Romania and top destinations for tourists or those who want to start a new life in this country, I’ve decided to write an article telling you how to … Read more

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  1. Calin on Is Romania a Third-World Country?October 5, 2026
  2. Calin on Is Romania the Worst Country in Europe for Cyclists… or a Hidden Gem?October 5, 2026
  3. Jim Smith on Is Romania a Third-World Country?October 3, 2026
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