Highly recommend for the food, there is so much more than just sushi. If you are lucky, you might even get a chance to enjoy a concert from the terrace.
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Sign up for a brown bear watching tour in the afternoon:
A ski paradise during winter, and a great spot for hikers & nature lovers during off-season. The staff in their information office is beyond helpful, you can get maps, guides and tips on which route to take depending on your specific circumstances.
The biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world. You can support their work by a regular visit, or stay for their volunteering program. Visiting hours are strict, it’s nearly impossible to visit by public transport but definitely worth it. Since they have rescued over 100 bears it’s very likely you will see at least a handful of them, however it is not a zoo - you will not be guaranteed to see bears, much less to interact with them.
Better known as Dracula’s castle, enjoy the gardens, the market around the castle and the tiny corridors within. The castle itself is fairly small and rather crowded.
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Once you get back to the city you should have some time to relax & head to Tampa Mountain:
Make your way up and/or down Tampa Mountain. The hike is actually very peaceful and beautiful, depending on your stamina it might be worth to take a one-way ticket only and walk up or down.
Enjoy lunch before heading to Peles & Pelisor Castles. As a bonus, on this street you can stumble upon residences built in that captivating Transylvanian style.
The ultimate Transylvanian experience, this castle served as the summer residence of Romania’s royal family. From the mind-blowing backdrop, the astonishing details inside and the beautiful gardens will leave you speechless.
Visit the famous Transfăgărășan and the nearby glacier lake.
This area is known of bear sightings, you might find them lingering along the road. Just remember to keep your distance, respect nature and don’t feed the bears.
A glacier lake situated at over 2000m altitude. This is a great spot for a lunch break on the road, for a day hike or as the start of your trek to other routes such as Romania’s highest mountain, Moldoveanu.
Hey, I’m Kinga!
Originally from Hungary, I studied & lived in London for a few years, followed by New York & Budapest. This year I moved to Taiwan - definitely happiest on the road! 💁🏽♀️
This is an outlet where I combine my passion for photography & travel, constantly hitting that pause button on life to immerse myself in cultures through slow travel & authentic experiences.
On this page, you will find tips & tricks from a solo female traveler, who prioritises cultural experiences and mindful travel.
📝 The repertoire:
🇹🇼 Taiwan
Currently I call this island in the heart of Asia home. Often overlooked, Taiwan is a paradise for foodies, nature lovers and more.
🇯🇵 Japan
Enjoy curated guides & travel tips from the land of the rising sun
I have a sweet spot for Japan and have returned every year since its borders reopened
🇭🇺 Budapest
Explore this beautiful city like a local with my travel tips & guides
🇺🇸 New York & 🇬🇧 London
Discover hidden gems & experiences I collected while living in these cities
🌎 Other destinations
Some other locations might pop up on my page in case I stumble upon something fascinating whilst travelling and feel like there is valuable information I could share.
📸 Analog photo lab recs, photo spots etc.
🚫 I could not help with: Hostel & night life recommendations
