1 Week in Europe Itinerary: Transylvania, Romania

Transylvania, Romania conjures imagines of bloody vampires – thanks, Bram Stoker! -, fortified churches, rolling hills, and a hearty cuisine.

How to Stay Healthy & Hydrated During the European Summer Heat

Most of us look forward to those long days of European summer when we can spend a lot of time outdoors and soak up the sun. But with summer also come hot days which require a bit of extra attention from our part to make sure we stay properly hydrated and remain healthy.

A Coffee Tour of Europe (from Your Own Home)

Without a doubt, I’m a coffee snob (and I’m not afraid to admit it, either). I’ve been a regular coffee drinker since my last years of high school. Back then, it was filtered coffee or instant coffee (yes, I can hide in shame for this still).

Cool Items to Beat the Heat

Summers in Europe are, unfortunately, getting hotter each year. And while we were accustomed to some days of scorching hot temps in August – I’ve been pretty “baked” on my first trip to Budapest in August 2007 – , days on end of temperatures exceeded 30-35C (86-95F) aren’t exactly the norm here.

Camping Gear List: What to Bring If You Travel by Car

Camping when you travel by car is super easy compared to when you use public transportation. I’ve done both. And although I’m still partial to being a light packer, I have to admit but when it comes to camping, I prefer the creature comforts that a car can bring (think: you can bring a lot…

8 FREE Things to Do in Cluj-Napoca, Romania

The capital of Transylvania, Cluj Napoca is a charming city, attracting a lot of visitors every day. Served by an international airport and railway station, the city is easily reached from other destinations in Romania, as well as from abroad.

Outdoor Activities for Couples

We are quite an active couple. Between long hikes for our anniversaries or just because and tango events, we love to discover new places, usually on foot. After all, we look & walk.

10 Easy Airport Hacks for a Smooth Security Check

Whether you travel only with a carry on (like us) or decide to check a bag, packing your hand luggage to ensure a smooth security check passage can be a bit tricky. At least at first.

A day at Sighisoara Citadel, Romania

Sighisoara holds a very special place in my heart: it’s the first city I visited independently, without parents or teachers. It was back in 2000 and I was there with friends to attend the Medieval Festival. We stayed with a local lady, walked in the fortress and fell in love with Sighisoara. Since then, I…

Gadgets That Help to Keep You Safe at Home & When You Travel

Technology can be a friend…and a foe. We know how to protect our devices with anti-virus and anti-malware software, we make use of VPNs to stay online, but there’s quite a bit more we can do. After all, it’s better to be safe than sorry. From personal protection devices to anti-theft backpacks, RFID wallets, and…

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