Targu Jiu is one of Romania’s hidden gems, the city where Romania’s famous sculptor Constantin Brancusi left many of his works, being born in a nearby village. I visited this city recently with my family, hopping in the car and … Read more
For a while, living in Romania on a shoestring budget was doable. But those times are, unfortunately, long gone and nowadays it’s practically impossible to live here on a €500 per month budget. Today, the cheap Eastern European dream is … Read more
One of the most important decisions you will make before relocating to Romania is choosing where to live. So, should you choose a larger city or a smaller town? Or maybe go to a village and experience rural living with … Read more
Romania has such beautiful monasteries that you can easily forget about Dracula and vampires. The North-Eastern side of the country has most of them (Moldova and Bucovina regions), but there are plenty amazing ones scattered throughout the country. Today, I … Read more
Finding a hotel near the Bucharest Airport (Henri Coanda or OTP) used to be a compromise between convenience and quality, but fortunately things have changed drastically. We have plenty of options right by the airport – and the ones I … Read more
Cluj-Napoca has improved a lot in the past decade, remaining one of the largest, most popular, and most beautiful cities in Romania. It is now the pounding heart of Transylvania’s tech scene, a magnet for digital nomads, and a festival … Read more
If you want to explore Bucharest on a budget, I have a treat for you: I updated my article with the most affordable, yet high quality apartments you can rent short term and enjoy a perfect stay here. A little … Read more
It’s time to talk about Peles Castle in Romania, one of the most famous castles in the country, together with Dracula’s Castle in Bran! I revisited Peles recently with my family and found it just as impressive as ever, even … Read more
Drobeta Turnu Severin isn’t usually the first name that pops up when people discuss visiting Romania or relocating here. But this is my hometown, and I consider it one of the most underrated cities in the country. You have an … Read more
If you’re planning a trip from Bucharest to Sofia, you’ve picked a great time to go. These two capitals are neighbors – only about 360 kilometers apart – and getting from one to the other has never been smoother. The … Read more