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Romania

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Although Romania is not on the normal tourist trail, it has many things to offer and a holiday here provides a unique and very rewarding experience. This country is known for its wine, fortresses, Mircea Eliade and Dracula and boasts some stunning natural scenery. All of these features make it an attractive destination or American travelers, who can easily travel via direct flights from several US air hubs.

Travelers’ favorites

Bucharest is the vibrant capital city and sees a great mix of old and new. It’s the main entry point for most visitors and has many attractions making it worth a short stay: Parliament Palace, Old Town and a number of museums and churches as well as exciting nightlife. From here, it is easy to get a car rental to the Black Sea costal city of Constanta, which is equally impressive and features the added bonus of a great beach.

Transylvania is Romania’s most famous area and the city of Brasov is most popular due to its medieval history and proximity to the Carpathian Mountains and the famous Bran Castle. Both are easy to visit on a day trip by car hire. Another Transylvanian favorite and worthwhile site is the historic city of Sibiu.

Best time to visit

Romania is enjoyable year round although its winters can get quite cold. Summer is generally hot, though visitors can expect the mountains to be cooler than the lowlands. Summer is most popular for the coastal Black Sea area as well as the capital city, while spring is great for the countryside. The winter months boast great skiing opportunities.

Driving in Romania

The majority of tourists choose to use a car rental to tour around and although the roads are not in top-notch condition they are constantly undergoing improvements. A car is not necessary in Bucharest but is an excellent way to explore the rest of the country. They can be expensive, although there are plenty of options available so be sure to compare car hire companies before agreeing to anything. Americans need to have a passport and US driver’s license to drive here.