By far the most popular ski resort in Romania, Poiana Braşov is also one of the most charming destinations in the country. It is the starting point to see other ski resorts in the neighborhood, including Predeal, Buşteni, Azuga and Sinaia.
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Romantic Winter Getaways in Eastern Europe
If romance is what you want for your winter holiday, you’re in luck: Eastern Europe isn’t short of romantic getaways, as long as you know where to look.
The Return of Romania’s King
In the news this morning, King Michael I of Romania, the monarch who abdicated his throne back in 1947, is to address Parliament in Bucharest today. In honor of the former king’s 90th birthday, Romania’s Liberal Party invited Michael to speak and celebrate the auspicious occasion there.
Best Winter Trips in Eastern Europe 2012
Chilling temperatures, and fields of white, when winter arrives, with all its magic, the world of travel puts on its mittens, and gets ready to live life to the fullest… Argophilia Travel News editors have picked five of the best winter destinations in Eastern Europe for you.
Pilgrim in Bucovina Program Promotes Steam Train Rides Around Suceava
A vintage train hauled by the oldest steam locomotive still in use in the country, and having four coaches built around 1900 was inaugurated last week in Bucovina, Romania.
River Rafting on the Bistrița in Vatra Dornei
Beyond landmarks and typical attractions, Vatra Dornei is a place for active holidays, where adrenalin seekers can enjoy everything from ATV rides, to river rafting and more.
Bucharest City Tour Route Launched
The route is an initiative of the Ministry of Regional Development and Tourism to increase the appeal of the capital as a tourist destination.
Destination Romania: Nedeia Munţilor Keeps Traditions Alive at Fundata
The 43rd edition of the traditional shepherd festival Nedeia Munţilor will open tomorrow, July 15, and last till Sunday, July 17, 2011.
Peninsula Festival in Târgu Mureş Rocks Transylvania
The Peninsula Music Festival 2011, comes to the Transylvania city of Târgu Mureş (below) August 25th through 28th, promising yet another music experience of a lifetime. Known in Romania as Sziget (peninsula) Festival, and in Hungarian as Félsziget Festival, the music event has grown to become one of the most anticipated in all Europe. No matter who calls the event what, Transylvania is about to rock.
Bucharest Classic Car Show 2011
For the second year in a row, Bucharest will host the Bucharest Classic Car Show, an event organized by World Trade Center Bucharest, and the Retromobil Club of Romania.
Carpathian Nations Agree Sustainable Tourism Deal
The seven Eastern European countries that share the Carpathian Mountains have made an important deal to jointly manage the development of sustainable tourism in the region, it has been announced. Sustainable tourism is of course, fundamentally important to the region, hence the countries willingness to adopt the UN Environment Program and UNWTO-drafted Protocol on Sustainable […]
Fronius Residence Offers Free Guided Tours of Sighisoara
Aside five-star luxury accommodation in Romania’s walled old town, the Fronius Residence offers free guided tours of the Citadel.