The Top Reasons You Should Visit Romania
1) Romania is affordable.
Of course, this is a weighted statement. Romania’s affordability is relative. But if you’re from a western country, you will most definitely agree. The average price of a beer is around $1.50 to $3.00 at a nice bar, a meal at a decent sit-down restaurant will run you about $8-$10 with tip, and accommodation can be had at a fraction of the prices you’d shell out for in places like Paris, London and New York. The currency used in Romania is the leu (lei for plural, also written as RON) and the exchange rate is usually about 3.4 lei to the USD (1 Euro ~ 4.4 lei).
Of course, this is a weighted statement. Romania’s affordability is relative. But if you’re from a western country, you will most definitely agree. The average price of a beer is around $1.50 to $3.00 at a nice bar, a meal at a decent sit-down restaurant will run you about $8-$10 with tip, and accommodation can be had at a fraction of the prices you’d shell out for in places like Paris, London and New York. The currency used in Romania is the leu (lei for plural, also written as RON) and the exchange rate is usually about 3.4 lei to the USD (1 Euro ~ 4.4 lei).
2) Romania is part of the EU.
Romania joined the EU in 2007, and since then, has been moving at light speed to accommodate the regulations and standards that the EU has established. It is estimated that Romania will even be using the euro as soon as 2015. The differences between Western and Eastern Europe are shrinking greatly these days, and this is definitely evident in Romania.
Romania joined the EU in 2007, and since then, has been moving at light speed to accommodate the regulations and standards that the EU has established. It is estimated that Romania will even be using the euro as soon as 2015. The differences between Western and Eastern Europe are shrinking greatly these days, and this is definitely evident in Romania.
3) Travel within Romania is easy.
Romanian is actually a romance language (along with French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, etc.) and that means if you speak one of the languages mentioned above, even a little bit, you’ll most likely: 1)be able to read the street signs, menus, etc. to a local and have them understand you, and 2) see some similarities in words that will help get you around. A high percentage of people speak English as well, especially in the cities. Beyond the ease of communication, transportation is very easy to navigate as well. From the extensive and affordable metro in Bucharest (a 10-trip card only costs 15 RON or € 3.34!), to the quality trains and regional airports, you can get around the country for practically nothing.
4) Romania has it all.Romania has it all, from the
bustling and cosmopolitan city of Bucharest, to towering mountains in
the ancient Carpathians, to beautiful beaches on the Black Sea. The
Transylvania region in the western part of the country (sorry, no
vampires) is a beautiful mountainous region with outdoor activities like
hiking, skiing and mountain biking, that can be enjoyed all year long. A
couple of fine places to base your Transylvania travels would be the
historic and medium-sized city of Cluj-Napoca, or the medieval city of
Brasov that’s cradled in between two almost-vertical green mountains.Romanian is actually a romance language (along with French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, etc.) and that means if you speak one of the languages mentioned above, even a little bit, you’ll most likely: 1)be able to read the street signs, menus, etc. to a local and have them understand you, and 2) see some similarities in words that will help get you around. A high percentage of people speak English as well, especially in the cities. Beyond the ease of communication, transportation is very easy to navigate as well. From the extensive and affordable metro in Bucharest (a 10-trip card only costs 15 RON or € 3.34!), to the quality trains and regional airports, you can get around the country for practically nothing.
Bucharest is located in the southern central part of the country. It is a safe, large and affordable capital city with great dining and sights to enjoy for a few days, and of course, a pretty epic nightlife which is centered in the old town and the northern part of the city.
Just 2.5 hours east of Bucharest is the famed Romanian seaside. There is a beach for virtually everybody. If you want a fun, bohemian vibe with bonfires and camping right on the sand, head to Vama Veche, next to the Bulgarian border. If you seek a bit more of a party scene, head to Mamaia, just north of Constanta which is the largest city on the coast. Mamaia offers countless clubs, drink service on the beach and an abundance of nice accommodations.
5) The people.
No matter how beautiful, affordable or quaint a place is, ultimately it’s the people that really make a trip. The Romanian people are known for their hospitality, friendliness and general interest in foreigners. As mentioned above, many people speak English, and almost every person under the age of 30 will speak at least a little English. You can stop anybody in the street and they will be happy to point you in the right direction, offer you advice, or maybe even invite you out to hang out with their friends or family!
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