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Visiting the Snake’s Head Carpets of the Transylvanian Grassland

We’ve been wanting to see the snake’s head in full bloom for quite a while now. We first attempted to...

Steppe Peony Reserve, Bujor, Zau de Câmpie

The Flaming Flower Fields of Transylvania’s Steppe Peony Reservation

The commune of Zau de Câmpie lies in the heart of the Transylvanian Plateau, approximately 60 kilometers east of Cluj-Napoca....

7 Ladders Canyon | Canionul 7 Scari Romania

Facing My Fears in the 7 Ladders Canyon of Romania

I’m just going to put it out there right from the start. I am afraid of heights. That’s right. You’ll...

Padis, Apuseni Mountains, Western Carpathians

Blooms, Caves, Waterfalls: The Fascinating World of the Western Carpathians

The Western Carpathians of Romania are fascinating all year round. The mountain range protecting the Transylvanian Basin on the western...

Viscri, Transylvania, Romania

UNESCO: 7 Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania

The last article on CityoftheWeek explored some of the highlights of the Southern Carpathians. Since we’re already in the area,...

Bran Castle, Southern Carpathians, Romania

Snowy Adventures in the Southern Carpathians of Romania

As we slowly approach the end of January, I’m surprised to say that we still have some snow on the...

Geoagiu-Bai, Hunedoara County, Romania

One-Day Winter Escapade to Hunedoara County

Welcome back my lovely readers! It’s already the second week of 2019, but we’re still going strong with our New...

6 Must-see Places in Southeastern Slovenia

6 Must-sees in the Dolenjska Region of Southeastern Slovenia

  The Dolenjska and Bela Krajina region in southeastern Slovenia is a stunning hilly area, dotted by picturesque castles, gorgeous...

Visit Kranjska Gora, Slovenia

5 reasons to visit Kranjska Gora and surroundings

When planning your visit to gorgeous Slovenia, you might overlook the beauty and general awesomeness of the north-western tip of...

Skofja Loka, Slovenia

Afternoon Walk in the Photogenic Town of Skofja Loka, Slovenia

Located near the heart of the country, Skofja Loka is still quite an overlooked destination. Nevertheless, it has garnered a...

Discovering Lake Bled and its Underrated Surroundings

If you’ve already done a bit of research on Slovenia, chances are that Lake Bled was at the very top...

Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia

Vintgar Gorge: The Turquoise Jewel of Slovenia

By now you guys probably know that I absolutely love hiking. What you might not know yet is that my...

Slovenian Karst - Postojna Cave

Slovenian Karst: Exploring Predjama Castle, Postojna and Skocjan Caves

When I look back at our trip to Slovenia last year, the first things that always pops into my mind...

Lake Bohinj Must-sees, Slovenia

Lake Bohinj Must-Sees: Waterfalls, Mountains and More!

Whenever we visit a new place, I always aim to check out not only the most popular attractions, but also...

Guide to Visiting Ljubljana, Slovenia

First-timer’s Guide to Visiting Ljubljana, Slovenia

The colorful city of Ljubljana is one of the most underrated gems in Central Europe and definitely a must-see if...