It’s hard to think of a more well-rounded destination for travelers than Transylvania. And yet, many people don’t even realize that Transylvania actually exists! Between the natural beauty of the rugged Carpathians, mesmerizing countryside castles, and well-preserved medieval cities, it’s…
Fortified Transylvanian villages are wonderful to visit for many types of travelers. For history lovers? This part of the world oozes history. Into slow travel or rural tourism? Life in these hidden villages moves at the slowest pace imaginable. Searching…
Sibiu and Sighisoara are two of Transylvania’s most majestic medieval cities. In fact, they are two of the original seven fortified cities inhabited by Hungarian Kings during the Middle Ages. Once occupied by Transylvanian Saxons (Germans), Sibiu and Sighisoara still…
Nestled in the lush hills of Transylvania, you’ll stumble across the historic city of Sighisoara. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara was founded and first occupied by the Transylvanian Saxons (Germans) in the 12th century. Nearly 1,000 years later, its…
Brasov and Sighisoara are two of Romania’s most desirable and popular destinations for travelers. With both boasting postcard-worthy settings, the two cities are a must-visit for anyone exploring Transylvania. It’s no surprise Sighisoara is one of the most popular day…
Corvin Castle (“Castelul Corvinilor” in Romanian, or “Hunyadi Castle” in Hungarian) is one of Romania’s most famous castles. For me, Corvin is best castle to visit in Romania. It’s one of many gems of Transylvania and yet is less crowded…
There are few better day trips from Budapest than Eger, a cultural and inviting city in Hungary’s wine region. I planned to spend one night in Eger during my recent 10-day trip to Hungary. I quickly realized I needed to…
It’s always important to research a country’s drinking water before visiting for the first time. Drinking unclean tap water is an easy way to get sick and derail a trip. If you’re visiting Hungary for the first time, you might…
Romania boasts plenty of gorgeous scenery, and few spots can compete with Balea Lake. Balea Lake is a high-altitude glacier lake located along the scenic Transfagarasan Road. Whether you’re road-tripping Romania and searching for the most beautiful spots or planning…
Any road trip through Romania must include a drive across the stunning Transfagarasan Road. With sweeping switchbacks and jaw-dropping overlooks, it’s no surprise that an episode of Top Gear was filmed here in 2009. The road was built in the…
Sibiu and Brasov are two majestic Transylvanian cities that should find themselves on every Romania itinerary. But trying to figure out which to spend more time in can be a tough decision. With Romania being a fairly large country with…
Renting a car is the best way to get around Romania. While public transport is decent in the cities and trains connect the larger cities, many of the country’s main attractions include fortified villages, medieval towns, countryside castles, and stunning…