Posts Tagged ‘Romania’
History of Martisor: A Cherished Tradition in Eastern Europe
History of Martisor: A Cherished Tradition in Eastern Europe-Key Highlights Introduction As spring starts in March, a wonderful tradition comes alive in Eastern Europe: Martisor. This isn’t just a small charm; the Martisor tradition stands for hope, joy, and the promise of warmer days. In this blog post, we will explore the history of this…
Read MoreWhere to Eat in Iasi, Romania
Since this was my first time visiting Romania, it was a priority for me to eat at a traditional Romanian restaurant. Luckily, I had the benefit to eat home-cooked traditional Romanian food and Palinka while also eating at my host’s recommendation for Romanian food. Below are both my recommendations and my host’s for where to…
Read MoreTravel Guide to Bran Castle’s Halloween Party: Unveiling the Spooktacular
Spooky, scary… vampires? My 2022 Halloweekend was spent exploring Transylvania and at Bran Castle’s Halloween party with a few of my colleagues. We had never been to Bran Castle, but thought it would be fun to celebrate Halloween at the famous Dracula castle with people from around the world. What a unique experience that I…
Read MoreAuthentic Romanian Souvenirs: Top 10 to Buy in Romania
Romania is famous for its pop-up markets and weekly central markets where locals purchase fruits, vegetables, and household products. However, did you know that these markets are also where local artisans come to sell their handmade products to tourists and locals? Avoid the temptation to do all your souvenir shopping at typical tourist stores that…
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