The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
One of the things that people seem to remember best after visiting Bucharest is its amazing restaurants. Part of the reason is that food memories often feel more evocative than other types of impressions. But it’s also because some of the best restaurants in Romania are actually in Bucharest. Yes, the country’s beautiful scenery, medieval …
9 Restaurants in Bucharest for Those Who Love to Eat in StyleRead More
From its rock foundation near the riverbed, the imposing silhouette of Bran Castle rises majestically above the valley below. A somber and solitary structure that seems to be gazing down upon the hordes of visitors flocking at its gates. For most people, Bran Castle in Romania will evoke one name only: Dracula, the bloodthirsty character from Transylvania. But is Bran the …
Bran Castle – the Real Truth Behind the Legend of DraculaRead More
Living in Southern California has its perks. We enjoy warm weather, sunny skies, and amazing scenery. We are in close proximity to Los Angeles downtown and its many attractions, and we are within driving distance from some of the most scenic national parks in the U.S. But best of all, we have easy access to …
25 Amazing Beaches in Orange County, California, to Visit This SummerRead More
Lake Tahoe is the largest and most beautiful alpine lake in North America. Settled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, on the border of California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe is famous not only for its world-class ski resorts, but also its gorgeous beaches. If you’re headed here for a beach vacation, you might find yourself overwhelmed …
I know what you think: Europe is beautiful and I’d love to see it, but I can’t afford it now. It’s true that some European countries like Switzerland, Ireland, or Denmark have developed a reputation for being excessively expensive. But you’d be wrong believing that all of Europe is unkind to the wallet. At the …
15 Cheapest (Yet Beautiful) Countries to Visit in EuropeRead More
We’ve been coming to the French Riviera for about 15 years and truly fell in love with its extraordinary scenery and relaxed beaches. Unlike the beaches in the French Basque Country which face the Atlantic, the ones on the French Riviera enjoy the mild climate of the Mediterranean coast creating ideal conditions for swimming and …
The 10 Most Beautiful Beaches on the French RivieraRead More
Ah, Paris! What’s not to like about it? From its bohemian atmosphere and historic monuments to its distinctively French products, the City of Lights has plenty of temptations. So if you have enough room in your luggage and wonder what to buy in Paris, here are some non-touristy souvenirs worth bringing home with you.
15 Authentic French Souvenirs You Should Buy in ParisRead More
When you say Romania, most people think about Transylvania, which is one of the most popular destinations in the country. But few tourists know about the fairytale region of Bucovina, in northern part of Romania. Here you can still wander through villages forgotten by time, where the soil is tilled with the horse and plow, and …
Throughout its history Romania has developed a great tradition for arts and crafts. Therefore, finding authentic and original Romanian souvenirs to take home with you is not difficult. What’s harder is sorting through the abundance of handicraft. Since every region of the country has its own distinctive artwork, you’ll find a great diversity of crafts, …
10 Authentic Romanian Souvenirs to Buy From RomaniaRead More
