Whimsical tales of travel & lifestyle
As a sassy five year old, I remember my determination in putting red beads together, one-by-one, on a long, thin thread, for a very well thought out gift for my mother. It had been a few months since she had been away on an extended trip abroad and I missed her terribly. At the time, I was upset she hadn’t taken me with her. In reality, she was traveling to the United States for the first time, to visit her sister, which she hadn’t seen in … [Read more...]
Over time, I have met several travel bloggers and media personalities, passionate about a life of travel. Cezar is one of them, and after meeting him over drinks this summer in the Old City of Bucharest, I knew I had to share more of his amazing travels. This is the first of a new interview series I am starting, and I am honored to have Cezar premiere it! I had first heard about Cezar Dumitru, the phenomenon behind Imperator Travel, from my … [Read more...]
I cannot remember how many times I was humorously mistaken for a vampire, as the daughter of a Transylvanian-born mother; growing up, I was told of the priceless value of a mostly unspoiled rural Romania and its folkloric treasures, but as an expat living in New York for the last several years, I came to increasingly appreciate its scenic landscapes, its medieval flair and its traditional rich ethnic customs. Thus, what better time to visit … [Read more...]
A few weeks ago, I registered for the Matador U travel writing program, for travel writers, travel photographers, and filmmakers. It is part of Matador Network, the world’s most-read independent travel publication, and recipient of two Lowell Thomas awards for excellence in travel journalism. So far, I am loving it. The active forums, writing labs, proactive feedback, market blog and pro modules are all fantastic venues to help any travel … [Read more...]
The Old City Centre of Bucharest has been undergoing some mass reconstruction for the past two years or so. Houses have been refurbished, stores have been modernized, and above all, cafes and restaurants have been incessantly surfacing on the increasingly vibrant pedestrian district. Walking the streets of Lipscani - as most Romanians commonly call the neighborhood – I discovered a significant number of cafes whose décor I found terribly … [Read more...]
I'm a travel writer, blogger and social media maven that can't sit still. I'm inspired by all things creative, always accompanied by my camera.
