I had no idea what to expect when I first visited Romania. Beyond the stereotypical vampire myths and legends of Transylvania, I knew shockingly little about the country. What I found on arrival was a budget-friendly destination brimming with hearty food, amazing natural landscapes, and a fraction of the tourists found elsewhere in Europe. The […]
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Finding More Than Dracula in Romania
Updated: 07/22/19 | July 22nd, 2019 As I wandered around Sighisoara searching for coffins, bats, vampires, and human blood, I realized Romania wasn’t going to give me what I wanted: lots of cheesy Dracula tourism. I’d been to Bran, explored Transylvania, and spent some time in Bucharest. So far, I had encountered nothing about vampires. It […]
Brasov Travel Guide
Brasov is hands down my favorite city in Romania. Visiting and backpacking through Brasov was one of the best experiences I had in the country. (I loved it so much that I ended up extending my stay!) Brasov is in the historical region of Transylvania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains. Due to its location in […]
Sibiu Travel Guide
Cobblestone streets, ancient town squares, castle walls, and historic buildings — Sibiu has everything you want in an old European city but without any of the crowds found elsewhere. Sibiu is located in the historical region of Transylvania and was the capital of the region at various points throughout history. First settled in the 12th […]
Cluj-Napoca Travel Guide
Cluj-Napoca (Cluj for short) is a lovely university town in Romania’s northeast. Located midway between Bucharest and Budapest, it’s a big stopping point for people traveling west from Hungary. Most people who visit Cluj do so as they pass in or out of Romania. As one of the country’s biggest cities, there’s a lot to […]
The Cost of Traveling Far Eastern Europe
Last Updated: 1/31/23 | January 31st, 2023 When most people visit Europe they have a tendency to stick to the western and central regions of the continent. England, Spain, France, Germany, and Italy all see their fair share of tourists — and then some! Travelers with a longer trip in mind will branch out a […]
11 Cheap Places to Travel on the US Dollar
Despite the sorry state of the US dollar, the world is still filled with great and cheap places where the US dollar can go far. In fact, there are places in the world where the dollar has actually risen in value over the last few years. In this post, I show you where to go to maximize your budget and get the most out of every dollar!
Moldova Travel Guide
Moldova, a small, land-locked Eastern European country tucked between Ukraine and Romania, is one of Europe’s most overlooked destinations. It sees just over 300,000 visitors each year and is one of the least visited destinations in the world. Compared to European hotspots like Spain and France, which each welcome over 80 million visitors each year, […]
Europe Travel Guide
From beautiful Paris to smoke-filled coffeeshops in Amsterdam, Oktoberfest to La Tomatina, Europe is a massive, diverse continent with an unlimited assortment of things to see and do. You won’t have any problem filling your time, whether you’re backpacking Europe for a few months on a budget or just spending a few weeks there on […]
How to Be a Digital Nomad in Europe
Posted: 1/29/24 | January 29th, 2024 For many people, being able to work and travel is the dream. Logging on to your laptop from a new destination, spending your days off admiring the Wonders of the World, feasting on delicious cuisines. It should come as no surprise that there’s been a rise in remote work […]
How to (Legally) Stay in Europe for More Than 90 Days
Every year, thousands of travelers wonder how they can stay in Europe for more than 90 days – the limit in the Schengen Zone. The good news is that there are a few different ways to stay, but it can get complicated. In this post, I share what you can do to stay legally beyond the typical tourist limits.
My Favorite Travel Books of 2016
I love to read and this year I read a ton! Now that the end of the year is near, I thought I’d share my list of the best travel books of 2016. These books will inspire you as well as help you plan your next adventure.