– While in Catania you must visit Palazzo Biscari, the guide tells me as she gives the number of the prince so I can ask for an appointment.
I remain flabbergasted.
What, is there a prince in Catania? Like, a real prince? With an impressive palace… And apparently he gives tours of his property…
Needless to say, I instantly mobilized. The Prince responded, so I went. And the tour was more than worth it.
Not only was this my first 100% solo trip, but it also came with some drawbacks: bad weather forecast, the month of February – which meant getting dark early, and the threat of a dangerous area.
I am not a motivational speaker, but if I were, I would suggest anyone to take a solo trip in order to understand themselves better, love them more and discover that you only need to follow a few commonsense safety tips to understand that you have the power (in most cases).
I know the feeling.
You have a new fixed idea. This year you have to visit Romania. But what about the weather? Is summer too hot, how mild are winters, does it rain a lot? These are all legit questions to plan a good travel… but don’t worry, I am here to help you find out everything about the best time to visit Romania.
Being Romanian, I have a good handle on the question and can give you important insights about the best season to travel to Romania, shoulder season or the least inviting months for a visit.
Sibiu, is undoubtedly one of the prettiest and most charming towns in Romania. Nestled in the heart of Transylvania, this culturally active city shares a troubled past. Constantly reinventing itself, Sibiu is one of the best places to visit in Romania. Compact enough to visit in one day, the town placed in the heart of the country unveils history, traditions and many spectacular surroundings.
History buffs and not only, here we come with some highlights of Romanian history (made easy) from beginnings to present, embellished with some interesting facts. This time we focus on communist Romania and showcase some amazing Romanian movies that help you understand those difficult times.
Nobody gets surprised anymore.
Serious blunders made history from Michael Jackson to UEFA or famous newspapers. Bucharest (capital of Romania) was innocently confused with Budapest (capital of Hungary) so many times people already lost count. Matches were missed by supporters travelling not only to the wrong stadium, but country. Famous bands yelled from the stage the wrong city name with enthusiasm, embittering the audience.
Why do people confuse Bucharest and Budapest so easily?
If the question: How to get the most of Budapest without breaking the bank tortures you, I am here to deliver.
From useful tips to the best 3 or 4-day itinerary in the spellbinding city of Budapest along with eating and sleeping suggestions as well as many insider tips, this post is the ultimate article on getting the best of Budapest on a budget.
History buffs and not only, here we come with some highlights of Romanian history (made easy) from beginnings to present, embellished with some legends and interesting facts. This time we
History buffs and not only, here we come with some highlights of Romanian history (made easy) from beginnings to present, embellished with some legends and interesting facts. This is part
This post opens the gates to Transylvania, land of bucolic landscapes, idyllic villages, charming cities, and medieval fortresses. Transylvania’s past embraces Roman conquest, Austrian-Hungarian invasion, or Saxon influences, all of which shaped this piece of land into what it is.
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