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
If you are looking for the most impressive sight on the Danube River, this is it. The rock sculpture of Dacian King Decebalus (called Decebal’s statue by us, locals), located near the city of Orsova in south-western Romania is beautiful … Read more
There’s a lot more to do in Sinaia, Romania, than just visit the amazing Peles Castle, even though it remains the main attraction in the area. Today, I’ll help you discover all the things to do and see in Sinaia … Read more
Craiova’s yearly Christmas market is considered the best in Romania and the second-best in Europe – and all the praise is real, as you can see in my photos below, based on my previous visit to see the Christmas fair … Read more
Romania has quietly transformed into one of Europe’s winter wonderlands over the past several years – not just because of its amazing ski destinations, but also because of the Christmas markets that are getting better and better. This year, we … Read more
Taxis in Romania can be totally reliable and fair or your worst nightmare. You can hop in, pay a fair price, and arrive relaxed, or you can end up arguing with a scammy driver who swears you agreed to pay … Read more