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Hiking from Bâlea Lake to Lake Capra. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
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October 18, 2022

Transylvania pictures that will make you want to visit

Get ready to pack your suitcases and explore one of Europe’s hidden gems...and you don’t need to bring any garlic! Transylvania, simply put, is breathtaking. We all have our notions of Transylvania, whether it flashes of vampires and monsters, quaint Europea[...]

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Beautiful Sighisoara. Credit: Christian Bergara
Europe, Romania
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June 8, 2021

Head to the Sighisoara citadel, Romania, to step back in time

Visit Sighisoara citadel, Romania, a charming medieval town nestled in the hills of Transylvania. Located only 2-hours away from the city of Brasov, Sighisoara is a must-see when visiting Romania. Why? Because it’s among the most extraordinary and best-preserve[...]

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Beautiful Sighisoara. Credit: Christian Bergara
Bran Castle in Transylvania. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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March 17, 2021

Welcome to Count Dracula’s Castle in Romania – if you dare!

Count Dracula’s Castle in Romania, or Bran Castle, is one of the most popular attractions in the country, bringing tourists from all over the world eager to take a bite out of the legend. With its imposing towers and turrets, Bran Castle is located atop a 200[...]

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Reaching the top of the Poenari Fortress. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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March 11, 2021

Poenari Castle in Romania: The real Castle Dracula

Visiting the Poenari Castle in Romania is only for those who have nerves of steel, because if you want to reach the top you have no other choice than to climb 1480 concrete steps. Don’t worry though, the amazing views of the Carpathian Mountains and Arges River[...]

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Reaching the top of the Poenari Fortress. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
The city of Sibiu from above. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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March 1, 2021

Romania 10-day travel itinerary: Best places to visit. Part II

This is part II of a suggested Romania 10-day travel itinerary. Make sure you read the first part of the blog. Day 6: Sibiu Sibiu is among the most popular cities in Romania and for good reason – it is among the best-preserved medieval towns in the coun[...]

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View from the Rasnov fortress. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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February 25, 2021

Romania 10-day travel itinerary: Best places to visit. Part I

This is a fast-paced 10-day travel itinerary prepared for us by a Romanian friend. It starts and finishes in Bucharest and will give you the chance to see amazing sights, medieval castles, and visit charming towns. Romania is not the first country that might co[...]

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View from the Rasnov fortress. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
The stunning Corvin Castle. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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February 24, 2021

Corvin Castle in Hunedoara, Romania: A castle straight out of a fairy tale

Corvin Castle in Hunedoara, Romania, is one of the most striking castles in Europe - and a must visit for anyone traveling to this country. Corvin Castle, interchangeably referred as Hunyadi Castle, Hunedoara Castle, and Castelul Corvinilor is one of the bigge[...]

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View of Bâlea Lake. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
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February 18, 2021

Know before you go: 10 tips before travel to Romania

Romania is one of the coolest destinations where few western tourists visit. Ask around and see how many of your friends have it on their bucket list…not many do but EVERYONE should add it. Romania is easy to fall in love with – unspoiled medieval towns, lo[...]

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View of Bâlea Lake. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
The stunning landscape surrounding the Bucegi Mountains. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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February 15, 2021

Hiking in the Bucegi Mountains: Tips, top sights and useful info

Hiking the Bucegi Mountains is a remarkable experience that cannot be missed during a trip to Romania. Not only will you marvel at the impressive Babele and Sphinx rock formations, but you will also be able to enjoy the unspoiled and breathtaking landscape all arou[...]

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Rasnov Fortress in Romania. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
Europe, Romania
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February 10, 2021

Rasnov Fortress: A must visit when traveling to Romania

Rasnov Fortress is a gem in Romania and it’s definitely worth a visit. You will not only marvel at the imposing fortress but step back to medieval times and wander through cobbled streets with charming houses. Getting to Rasnov After visiting the Bucegi Mo[...]

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Rasnov Fortress in Romania. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela
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