Cluj-Napoca is known as the Heart of Transylvania, and you will see that there’s a lot more here than vampires (you’ll get none of those, actually!) It is Romania’s Silicon Valley, a university town fueled by caffeine and youth, and … Read more
You might have heard of Brasov linked to Bran Castle or the story of Dracula from Transylvania, but there is much more to do and see here. I’ve traveled to Brașov both in sunny summers and during snowy winters, and … Read more
My family and I lived in Constanta for a bit over two years, and during this time we kept exploring the restaurants here to be able to share the absolute best restaurants in today’s article, separating the tourist traps from … Read more
Bucharest is complicated – at least for me it is, as it wasn’t love at first sight. However, I’ve grown to understand it and enjoy it better over the years, exactly because it’s a city of contrasts, where French-inspired architecture … Read more
Timisoara, also referred to as “Little Vienna” due to its architecture, is a city that kept growing and improving after becoming the European Capital of Culture in 2023. Today, it’s more beautiful than ever and definitely worth visiting. Based on … Read more
Did you know Bulgaria and Romania, although neighboring countries sharing the Black Sea coastline, will offer completely different summer experiences? Today, in my comparison between the two countries, you will see that’s the case. Even more so, you will be … Read more
Romania has officially leveled up with its full Schengen membership now in effect since 2025. This means zero passport queues when you land, and – finally – seamless driving across land borders if you’re entering by car/bus/train. But the ease … Read more
Finding a clean, safe hotel near Bucharest’s Gara de Nord is tricky, with a single step potentially making the difference between convenience and questionable hygiene. While the area is slowly regenerating, it remains a transit hub where you need to … Read more
When visiting Bucharest, I recommend booking your stay in a central area, close to the old town because that’s where all the main attractions are, as well as the best restaurants and entertainment. At the same time, you should know … Read more
You’re going to learn about the best things to see and do in Târgu Mureș, Romania, from my friend Cristina, who lived here for 10 years (and counting) and decided to share her thoughts on this lesser-known – but pretty … Read more