PurpleVague: Where luxury meets nature in the heart of Romanian wilderness
I felt so drained after an entire week full of work and meetings that I didn’t even realize how the 2 hours of driving had passed since I left Bucharest. That Saturday morning, my brain was still in “work mode” and overthinking all the tasks I’d left unfinished the day…
10 of the most beautiful National Parks in Europe for your 2021 adventures
As we are just entering 2021, I’ve put together this list of the most beautiful National Parks in Europe so that you can choose which one you would like to visit this year. If you enjoy hiking, trekking, natural photography, and adventure, then this post is for you. When it…
Hiking vs. trekking – differences explained
I hear this question a lot: What’s the difference between hiking and trekking? Is it any difference after all? It turns out that each person has his own understanding of the two terms, and often they are used in conversations as if they have the same meaning. So, curious by…
Representing Romania in EU’s mission for Somalia – Part 2
“I was not ready for what expected me when I arrived in Africa. At all!” I disembarked the flight to Kenya (the transit hub to Somalia) after an eight-hour delay in Frankfurt. All I could think of was to light a cigarette after I got my luggage- I was still…
Representing Romania in EU’s mission for Somalia – Part 1
I met Anca last year while attending a training in Bucharest. We chatted during the few short breaks of the course. Her stories about Africa were fascinating. Therefore, at the end of the training, when she had her presentation about one of her projects in Africa, I knew I wanted…
Travlocals.com – how to find the best tourist experiences in Romania
I’ve been reading articles from the Wildventure blog for some time now. When I saw the Travlocals platform was launched, I knew it would have a special place in my browser’s bookmarks list for a long time. :) Romania is a great destination if we think of adventure and sustainable…
Guide to Visiting Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park
So, are you looking for nature in the Spanish Pyrenees? Look no further! Cascading waterfalls, mountainous scenery, and glacial lakes are what you’ll find when visiting Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido. This national park is nestled in the Pyrenees, located between Lourdes, France, and Zaragoza, Spain, in the…
Glamping Resorts in Romania
While the lockdown restrictions are relaxing day by day, I am thinking where I could go and spend some time enjoying nature. I wanted to share with you what are the most interesting glamping resorts in Romania. Glamping means “glamorous camping”; it is a concept that brings all the comfort…
Authentic tours with Green Adventure – interview
I should have had my first rafting trip to Montenegro this May with Green Adventure, a Romanian outdoor tour operator. Unfortunately, the Universe had other plans for me.? The epidemic started. Then I had to find a new apartment and move out. Then I had to go through an urgent…
Adventure travel tours in Romania – Oxigen Tour interview
When it comes to authentic outdoor and adventure tours, Romania has a lot to offer. From secular forests to incredible wildlife, or remote empty beaches, it is a land of legends and extraordinary natural landscapes. Oxigen Tour is one of the tour operators specialized in outdoor and adventure travel tours…
