Independent Travel, Thoughtfully Planned
It’s hard to know where to begin when visiting a city like Los Angeles. Home to Hollywood – a name synonymous with the American film industry, exclusive neighborhoods, famous theme parks, and world-renowned landmarks, L.A. is a great place to visit at any time of year. But unlike other metropolises around the world, Los Angeles’s attractions and …
Best Places to Visit in Los Angeles – 20 Unmissable AttractionsRead More
If you are headed to Los Angeles for a visit, your next important decision will be choosing a good area to stay. As a 35-year resident of L.A. I know how difficult it is to decide where to stay in this huge metropolis, so I’m here to help. Unlike other big cities around the world, …
Best Places to Stay in Los Angeles (Advice from a Local)Read More
Prague vs Budapest is one of the hardest choices travelers face when planning a European itinerary, especially if they only have time for one city. Both capitals are equally popular and count themselves among Europe’s most beautiful cities, which makes choosing one vs the other really difficult. This guide compares Prague and Budapest in terms of costs, food, sights, …
Prague vs Budapest: Which City Should You Visit First?Read More
Curtea de Arges Monastery is one of Romania’s most important landmarks, not only for its unique blend of architectural styles, but also for being the royal necropolis of the Romanian monarchy. Its enduring cultural significance is also tied to a tragic national folktale, the Legend of Master Manole.
Curtea de Arges Monastery: Guide to Visiting Romania’s Historic LandmarkRead 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
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
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 Best Restaurants in Bucharest: Where Locals Actually EatRead More
Nobody walks in LA, right? Well, that’s mostly true when you need to get from one place to another, since distances are quite big here. However, there are many walking opportunities in this city and quite a few places worth exploring on foot. So if this your first time in Los Angeles and you want …
How to Explore Downtown Los Angeles on a Self-Guided Walking TourRead More
