Far away from Bucharest, almost at the Serbian border and just shy of the Danube there is an almost Mediterranean-like microclimate unique to Nera Gorge National Park. Add in the easy trails and beautiful surroundings and it becomes a sure bet for at least a weekend trip. Visit Nera Gorge:…
One of the smaller massifs in Romania, the Apuseni Mountains are a heaven for geologists and cave enthusiasts. It boasts over 400 caves with incredible features and endless galleries carved by nature over thousands of years. It is also home to communities that have lived here for centuries with signs of…
The E-bike is the decade’s great connector and unifier of families. Suddenly parents, children and grandparents can bike a trail together while they all enjoy it and no one breaks the rhythm. Mind you, the E-bike is not a scooter, it does not work if you do not pedal. The…
Discover Transylvania There is no better time to go ski touring in Romania than those wonderful half-winter half-spring days of late March and April. You get a workout and a tan and do it all with the freedom of just 2 layers of clothes instead of 4 or 5 as…
Start planning your holiday in Transylvania! There is magic in this historical land nested safe within the Carpathian curvature. All around, the modern cities and villages seem to be stuck in a time loop since medieval times. And there is no better way to experience them than by walking, hiking…
Like all good things in life, love for fresh mountain air starts young. Especially in the video-game filled world of today, getting out there at a young age is more and more important. Smart phones and tablets are part of our everyday life and we’re far from vilifying them –…
Stretching over the counties of Brașov and Prahova, the Ciucaș Mountain Range is famous for its distinctive rock formations and remarkable biodiversity. Easy access from the national road and proximity to both Brașov and Bucharest make it a great idea for a weekend escape.There are several approaches, depending on your…
Winter break at the Carpathian GateThe area nested between the massive Bucegi Natural Park and the beautiful Piatra Craiului Reserve can keep one busy for weeks with its trails, views and culture. For years an all-season favorite for hikers and nature lovers, it is never quite as magical as during…
Retezat National Park – Hiker’s ParadiseWidely regarded as one of the most spectacular massifs in the already spectacular Carpathians, the Retezat Range is an endless row of breathtaking views just waiting around every corner. It was the first Romanian National Park ever established all the way back in 1935 and it…