Author: Jessica Esa

Romania is becoming an increasingly popular vacation destination. Part of that is because Western Europe has been so fully explored that, now, we’re all turning to Eastern Europe to see what magic can be found there. Another reason is that, quite simply, Romania - and its capital city of Bucharest - is a place of deep history and natural beauty that’s been largely ignored by tourists until now. So, is Bucharest worth visiting? Yes, and here are a few things to do in Bucharest to help explain why!   What to Do in Bucharest, Romania   One Day[...]

Transylvania, the most famous of Romania’s three provinces, is a wide wonderland of historic castles, medieval towns, and delicious local food. There’s a lot to explore, and a lot to take your breath away. These are the fifteen most exciting things to do and places to visit in Transylvania. 15 things to do in Transylvania   Visit Bran Castle Bran Castle is at the very top of everyone’s list of must-see places to visit in Transylvania, and for good reason! This historic castle has stood since the 13th Century, was occupied by Romania’s most beloved[...]

Romanian food might be the most underrated cuisine in all of Europe right now, and that simply means you’re guaranteed to be so delightfully surprised when you explore the delectable world of Romanian cuisine for yourself! Romanian dishes are, first and foremost, indulgent. They’re meaty, sugary sweet, full of carbs, and perfect for keeping you warm and full through the winter months. These are the 14 best traditional Romanian dishes you need to discover and try as soon as possible! If you are visiting Brasov, be sure to do a food tour of the city and di[...]

Romanian castles are like nothing else you can find anywhere in Europe. Medieval, often gothic, dramatic stone beasts that rise up tall amongst the craggy rocks and snow-capped mountains of Transylvania. Castles in Romania are the stuff of legend and myth. When you think Transylvanian castles, you inevitably think of Dracula. And, while the myth and the reality are quite different, the beauty and majesty of Romanian castles is still without question. So, here are seven magnificent medieval castles in Transylvania that you absolutely must visit if you’re looki[...]

Despite being one of the cheapest countries in Europe, Romania has an incredible infrastructure, super-fast internet, a lot of spoken English, and is a delightfully peaceful and friendly country. So, in short, yes, Romania is very safe to visit. It’s a country with a long and turbulent history of political corruption, but today it has mellowed into a clean and respectable democratic nation filled with approachable and gentle locals. Safety in Romania is of top priority and all but guaranteed. Is Romania safe? When you head out on your Romania travel, the first[...]

Romania’s landscape is a magnificent beast that deserves to be conquered and understood. Across this, open and rugged terrain are big modern cities like the capital of Bucharest, as well as the hundreds of medieval towns and villages found in Transylvania. On the journey from Bucharest to Transylvania, you’ll leave the big city behind and pass through historic towns and cities filled with medieval architecture, lined with cobbled streets, and surrounded by endless forests, fields, and hills. But how do you get from Bucharest to Transylvania? And, when you d[...]