Destination: Sibiu, Romania

While staying in Brasov during my time in Romania this past February, I also decided to take several day trips to other places in the Transylvanian region. Besides a short, half-day visit to Bran Castle, I also went to Sibiu, a city about 144 kilometers from Brasov. I'd heard that it was worth checking out … Continue reading Destination: Sibiu, Romania

Destination: Brasov, Romania

Whereas Cluj-Napoca had been a stepping stone into my week-long visit of Romania, it was Brasov where I really got into the swing of things. In other words, Cluj had been a taster of the large Eastern European country, and Brasov was the main course. I spent three nights in town, the longest of the … Continue reading Destination: Brasov, Romania

Destination: Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Romania had been on my list of places to visit for quite some time, especially when flights to its major cities from my airport in France were affordable and direct. Even if I had extremely-limited knowledge about it (with the exception of Transylvania and all things vampire), I was rather curious to see what it … Continue reading Destination: Cluj-Napoca, Romania

72 Hours in Budapest: What to See and Do

When it comes to traveling, some of us might not have the luxury of spending many days in one place. Whether it's due to rushed planning or limited vacation time off from work, it can be hectic trying to research and cram in as much as possible into sightseeing a city or country. In the … Continue reading 72 Hours in Budapest: What to See and Do