December 26 2025 We arrived on December 26 after a smooth 5-hour flight from Istanbul to Sharjah. It was 6 AM local time (4 AM in Bucharest), but we didn’t feel the time difference anymore. After clearing passport control, we headed to public transport, only to find out that Google didn’t show any available routes. …
A Crazy Adventure or More Madness than Adventure? This year, we decided to push our limits even further. Without a car, with all our luggage in backpacks, we aimed to rely as much as possible on the available modes of transportation. But let me tell you a story. I think it was in August 2024 …
We managed to arrive at a reasonable hour, and our Booking accommodation exceeded expectations. They even awaited us to assist with parking, providing a spot in the apartment building’s garage. They recommended the Westy Hajó Étterem & Pub for dining. I must admit, I chose this city for a rest stop, being halfway between Paris …
Today, on December 26, 2023, it’s 6:00 AM, and we hit the road for a very long journey of 1250 km—the longest distance I’ve personally driven. Despite the rainy weather, we safely arrived, finding a Domino’s Pizza open for home delivery. We also stocked up on essentials from the local store near our Booking accommodation. …
Today, on December 23, after our morning coffee at 6 AM, we were already on the road to Vienna, Austria. After an hour of waiting at the Nadlac border crossing to enter Hungary, we purchased the necessary vignettes for both Hungary and Austria. During our journey to Vienna, we made a brief stop in the …
Our winter holiday adventure began on December 22, 2023. We hopped into the car and departed from Bucharest at 6 in the morning, covering a smooth 568 km to our accommodation—a charming 3-bedroom apartment booked on Booking.com. Nestled in the heart of Arad, the apartment had all the necessary amenities, exuding a cozy atmosphere. After …
On the 15th day of our adventure on 12 September 2023, we safely arrived in Skopje, North Macedonia. Surprisingly, well ahead of the scheduled time, we were able to check in and, after a short rest, ventured out for a stroll. Leaving Durres, Albania, turned out to be exceptionally beneficial as it allowed us to …
On the 15th day of our adventure on 12 September 2023, we departed from Durres, Albania, very early in the morning, even earlier than originally planned. Unfortunately, the room at our accommodation in Durres didn’t provide a pleasant stay. However, this unexpected early start turned out to be a blessing in disguise because it allowed …
On the 14th day of our adventure on 11 September 2023, we left Tirana, Albania, with our destination set for Durres, Albania. Durres, our final tourist destination, is renowned for its beaches and family-friendly activities. The journey covered 40 kilometers and took approximately 50 minutes, with a portion of it on the highway. We arrived …
On the 13th day of our adventure on 10 September 2023: Our destination was Tirana, Albania, a journey Google Maps estimated to be approximately 4 hours on an apparently straightforward 170 km road. Upon reaching our accommodation, we were warmly welcomed by our host after the booking. The apartment left us pleasantly surprised, beautifully decorated …