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Bran Castle: Romania's Legendary Fortress
Everything you need to know about visiting Bran Castle, the medieval fortress in Transylvania often linked to the Dracula legend.
Naples Airport Closes for a Month: No Flights to Romania
Naples Capodichino will shut from 1 to 30 November for runway works. Romanian travellers must use Salerno or alternative routes, as no direct flights to Romania are planned.
Oradea: A First-Timer's Guide to Romania's Art Nouveau City
Discover Oradea's stunning architecture, relaxing thermal baths, and easy day trips in this welcoming western Romanian city.
Bear Lake Sovata: A Guide to Romania's Heliothermal Salt Lake
Discover Bear Lake in Sovata, a unique heliothermal salt lake in Transylvania known for its warm, buoyant waters and tranquil forest setting.
Bucegi Mountains: A Guide to Hiking Romania's Sphinx and Babele
Discover the otherworldly rock formations of the Bucegi Plateau, a high-altitude hiking area above the Prahova Valley, with routes from Bușteni and practical tips for a day walk.
Sinaia: A First-Timer's Guide to Romania's Royal Mountain Resort
Known as the 'Pearl of the Carpathians', Sinaia blends fairy-tale castles, alpine trails and easy access from Bucharest. Here's how to make the most of a visit.
Mud Volcanoes of Buzău: Romania's Bubbling Lunar Landscape
Discover the otherworldly mud volcanoes near Berca, where the earth gurgles and bubbles in a landscape that feels like another planet.
Apuseni Mountains: A First-Timer's Guide to Romania's Wild West
From ice caves to traditional villages, the Apuseni Mountains offer some of Romania's most rewarding hiking and authentic rural experiences.
Merry Cemetery Săpânța: Romania's Colourful Memorial to Life
Discover the Merry Cemetery in Săpânța, where vivid painted crosses celebrate life with wit and warmth, and learn how to plan a respectful visit to this unique Maramureș landmark.
Romania by Train: A Slow Travel Guide to Scenic Railway Journeys
Romania's railway network offers some of Europe's most dramatic and least crowded scenic routes. Here's how to see the country at a relaxed pace from the window of a train.
Sibiu: A First-Timer's Guide to Romania's Cultural Capital
Once a powerful Saxon merchant city, Sibiu blends medieval lanes, grand squares and a lively cafe culture. Here's how to make the most of your visit.
Iron Gates: A Traveler's Guide to Romania's Danube Gorge
Where the Carpathians meet the Balkans, the Danube cuts a dramatic gorge. Discover the Iron Gates' rock-carved king, scenic viewpoints, and riverside trails on Romania's south-western border.
Saxon Fortified Churches of Transylvania: A UNESCO Travel Guide
Explore medieval villages where fortified churches protected Transylvanian Saxons for centuries. This route links seven UNESCO-listed sites in a peaceful corner of Romania.
Brașov: A First-Timer's Guide to Romania's Mountain City
Cobbled streets, Gothic spires and forested peaks: Brașov combines medieval charm with easy access to the Carpathians.
Turda Salt Mine: Romania's Underground Marvel
Deep beneath Transylvania, the Turda Salt Mine combines centuries of mining heritage with surprising modern attractions. Here's what to expect and how to plan your visit.
Căluș: A Guide to Romania's Ancient Ritual Dance
Discover the Căluș, a centuries-old Romanian ritual dance recognised by UNESCO. Learn about its history, meaning, and where travellers can witness it today.
Living Fires of Buzău: A Guide to Romania's Natural Flames
Discover the surreal landscapes of Buzău county, where eternal flames flicker from the earth and mud volcanoes bubble in a lunar terrain.
Corvin Castle: A Guide to Romania's Gothic Masterpiece
Explore one of Eastern Europe's largest medieval castles, with its dramatic towers, drawbridge and tales of Vlad the Impaler.