The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Maui is a tropical paradise that stands out as unique, even when compared to the other Hawaiian islands. One of the most fun things to do in Maui is drive the legendary Road to Hana and stop along the way at the many scenic points of interest. So if you are planning a road trip …
The Best Stops on the Road to Hana for Your ItineraryRead More
Located at the crossroads of Central, Eastern Europe and the Balkans, Romania is one of Europe’s most underrated destinations, providing an incredible wealth of unique places to visit. But best of all, Romania is still one of the cheapest countries to visit in Europe, where even high-end restaurants and fancy clubs have fairly low prices compared …
In the southern part of Romania, not too far from Bucharest, there is a small city of great historical importance: Curtea de Arges. One of the oldest towns in the country, Curtea de Arges was the capital of feudal Wallachia. But that’s not the only thing that it can brag about. The city is also …
Curtea de Arges Cathedral – From Legend to History and BackRead More
Egg painting is one of the oldest and most important Easter traditions in Romania. While the tradition is common to all Central and Eastern European countries, the custom of decorating the Easter eggs with complicated folkloric motifs is more specific to Romania, especially to the region of Bucovina, where it became an art in its …
The Art of Egg Painting in Romania – Lucia Condrea Egg MuseumRead More
Romania is one of Europe’s most devout Christian countries, a fact that is visible in the multitude of churches, cathedrals, and monasteries that you see everywhere you go. From the wooden churches in Maramures, to the painted monasteries in Bucovina and the fortified churches in Transylvania, Romania is not short of outstanding places of worship …
15 Unique Churches in Romania That Everybody Enjoys VisitingRead More
One of the most exciting things to do in Romania is drive the scenic Transfagarasan highway, which traverses the Fāgāras Massif. The road’s official name is Drumul National 7C (DN7C), but everybody knows it as the Transfagarasan (not to be confused with its sister road and competitor – Transalpina. The highway gets its name from …
The Transfagarasan – How to Tackle Romania’s Epic HighwayRead More
If this your first time in Brasov, you are in for a real treat. Located in the southern part of Transylvania – Romania’s most visited region – Brasov has the reputation for being one of the country’s most picturesque cities. Surrounded by green mountains, Brasov has everything you need for a perfect vacation: gorgeous scenery, …
15 Popular Things to Do In (and Around) Brasov, RomaniaRead More
If this is your first time in Bucharest and wonder what to see and do here, you’ve come to the right place. As a former Bucharester, I always take pride in talking about my place of birth. Although I now live very far away from it, I believe there are many good reasons to visit …
16 Things to Do in Bucharest That You’ll Absolutely Love!Read More
Bucharest has a reputation for being a party city, but few visitors actually know how complex and eccentric the city’s nightlife really is. From rooftop bars and decadent spa gatherings to jam-packed clubs, Bucharest has an abundance of venues where you can spend a fabulous evening or dance the night away.
10 Best Bars & Clubs in Bucharest for a Terrific NightlifeRead More
