I didn’t waste any time and sent in my application as soon as I found out that applications were being opened for a press trip to Romania that was going to be called Experience Bucharest. The trip was going to be named after the capital city of Bucharest.
Before beginning to write, I had the opportunity to go to Romania. I was certain that I cherished the country, and I was especially positive that I desired to spend further time in Bucharest. I was certain that I cherished the nation.
During my most recent trip, I got the chance to hang out with a friend who lives in Bucharest, and he told me that “today Bucharest is right on the verge. It’s possible that almost anything might take happen. As long as you are prepared to put in a lot of work and you have an idea, you can make anything happen that you want to as long as you have that concept.
When I got back, I couldn’t wait to see for myself whether or not this was indeed the situation. The individuals who were in charge of putting up this gathering have brought it to my knowledge that he did, in fact, provide factual information.
Contents
- 0.1 The Team
- 0.2 The Hotel
- 0.3 The Conference
- 0.4 The Tours
- 0.5 The Parties
- 0.6 The Networking
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- 1 What about you– what part of Experience Bucharest looked the best? Would you consider Romania as a tourist destination? Let me know in the comments section below.
The Team
The fact that this was not a program that was backed by the government was one of the features of the event that peaked my attention the most. I was really interested in learning more about it.
This event was hosted because of the enthusiasm that one local couple has for their village, and their want to see it grow as a tourist destination. This event was held because of their desire to see their community flourish as a tourist attraction.
Our hosts, Tudor and Anda, who are also responsible for organizing this event in its entirety. Always Summer is the name of the blog that they keep updated regularly.
The event was self-financed, and a devoted team of volunteers worked almost nonstop to ensure that it was a success and put it all together. I began receiving emails and messages related to the event that had been given to me earlier about 3:30 in the morning. These communications had been sent to me earlier. We made light of the fact that the team didn’t get any sleep by saying that the only thing keeping them going was beer and coffee.
As a direct consequence of the effort put out, Bucharest was able to play home to the independently organized tourism event that drew the largest crowd.
I arrived there ahead of schedule and worked with the other members of the team on our own tasks for several days while they finished the last of the details. They inspired all around them with their unwavering commitment and boundless excitement.
In addition, since I was the first person to come, the staff was nice enough to invite me in a low-key party to celebrate my arrival on the exact same day that I did. They did this because they knew I would be the first person to arrive.
Don’t be fooled by this picture’s description; there was more than one bottle consumed that evening.
The Hotel
I would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to The Pullman Hotel for hosting me throughout my stay in Bucharest and providing me with lodgings. Even though the hotel is not located in the historic district of the city but rather in the commercial heart of the city, travelling to the most prominent tourist spots is quick and easy owing to services like as taxis and Uber, which are not only affordable but also very easy to get to.
The Conference
The conference itself was structured in a manner that was similar to that of a panel discussion, and there was time allotted at the end for attendees to submit their questions and comments to the speakers.
I enjoyed how there was a diverse group of individuals on the panel; everyone was an expert in their own field, and the sessions often ran on for a longer period of time since the panelists were glad to stay on to answer questions from everyone in attendance.
Some of the names, such as Dave and Deb from The Planet D and Kate from Adventurous Kate, were ones that I was already familiar with since I follow their respective blogs. Other names, such as Kate from Adventurous Kate, were ones that I was not familiar with.
I was not familiar with some of the others, such as Kristen and Siya, who are the team behind Hopscotch the Globe, or Alyssa, who is from My Life’s a Movie; but, because they are all doing extremely fantastic work, I have since been following them and getting to know them more.
I gained a lot of knowledge from the panels, and I’m anxious to start implementing their suggestions into my blog and my approach to writing in general as soon as I can.
The Tours
The trips were a huge success, both in terms of their preparation and their actual carrying out. They did not take everyone on the same tour of Bucharest; rather, over the course of two days, they provided more than forty unique Bucharest excursions from which we were free to choose the four that sparked our attention the most. They did not lead everyone on the same tour of Bucharest.
Naturally, I did not have any reservations about signing up for both of the excursions that were being provided since they were related to food.
The very first tour that they did was called the Bohemian Tour. As soon as we made our first stop, which was at eleven in the morning for beer, I had the realization that this was going to be the type of vacation that I would like.
We arrived at the city’s primary public market on our second stop of the day’s excursion. It was fascinating to see the people at the busy market test out the various things, haggle over the costs, and make purchases.
On the lower level, there was an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, while on the higher level, there was a selection of delicious meats, cheeses, and wines; to sum it up, it was my vision of heaven. The shop owners were gracious enough to provide a sample platter for us that had several examples of each of the numerous sorts of goods that they sell. As we wandered around the market, we were randomly approached by other sellers who offered us free samples of their products and screamed out to us.
This walking food tour provided me with some very fascinating background information and knowledge, and I would suggest it to anybody who is interested in learning a little bit of history while tasting some excellent meals. You may make your own reservation by clicking on this link, which will take you to the appropriate page.
My next journey was perhaps the one that had the most influence on me, despite the fact that it had nothing to do with eating in any way shape or form. It was called the Outcast Tour, and it was conducted by a local person who, at one point in his life, had experienced homelessness. His account of his life grabbed my curiosity, and he opened my eyes to a world that many of us would not have been acquainted with if he hadn’t shared it with us. If he hadn’t done so, I would have missed out.
He detailed how he evaded the authorities who ran the abusive orphanages and made his way to the sewers, which he saw as a preferable option than living in an institution run by the government.
His story included a thorough explanation of his difficulties with drug abuse and addiction, time spent in prison, deadly overdoses, and society’s opinion of the homeless as “almost invisible persons.” As a result of his hard work and determination, he has been able to overcome all of this adversity and is now the proud owner of his own apartment as well as two jobs. In addition to this, he aids those who find themselves in similar situations in conquering the problems that they are facing.
I won’t go into all the particulars of this trip since I want you to go on it for yourself and form your own opinions about it; thus, click on this link to get started with the tour.
In addition to that, I was really lucky and managed to get the very last open spot on the Tasting Bucharest excursion. This trip featured three visits, during which we sampled local food from a traditional restaurant, upmarket replicas of a popular local dish from one of the finest hotels in town, and, as a last stop, we enjoyed the best coffee shop in the city.
The explanations on the history of the dishes that were given during this trip were equally as intriguing to me as the explanations that were given during the previous food-related tour that I went on. Around our most recent vacation, we not only learned about the history of coffee, but also about the meals that are traditionally served during that time of year. If you are interested in learning about the history of gastronomy in addition to other areas of culture, you may make travel arrangements for the trip by clicking on the link provided below.
When I found out that there was a Garlic Culinary tour, I made it a priority to sign up for it as soon as I could after learning about it. We were given every piece of information there was to know about the Romanians’ belief that garlic was a magical plant, as well as how the lore surrounding Dracula got entwined with the garlic herb. Caution: you are not awake; all of this is just a vivid dream.
Despite this, we ended up obtaining some intriguing facts about garlic and the part it played in the history of Romania. In particular, we learned how garlic was used. In Romania, garlic has a long history of being used for both the prevention of sickness and the treatment of illness. At one time in history, 7 kilos of garlic was considered valuable enough to buy a slave.
The rich history of each meal, which added to the dish’s scrumptious taste, made for a dining experience that will live long in the memory. You are able to make reservations for this journey right now if you are interested in eating a delectable meal that has a large degree of cultural heritage behind it.
The Rroma Heritage Tour was in such great demand that it sold out almost as soon as it was made available, which forced the organizers to set up additional trip dates in order to accommodate the growing number of people who wanted to go on the tour. The term “rroma” has largely replaced the older term “gypsy” to refer to the individuals and organizations that were once known as “gypsies.”
Many of us were curious in the history of these folks because we were going to be in Romania, and we wanted to learn as much as we could about their ancestry. Our tour guide started out by offering an overview of the history of the Roma people, which included where they originally came from, how they arrived in Romania, and the ongoing hardships they endure as a result of prejudice and persecution.
The first place that we went on our excursion was a handicraft store, and while we were there, we were given some background information about the items that are created by hand by Roma people. Many customers made purchases before they left the store because the stuff was so interesting and of such high quality that they couldn’t resist buying something to take with them.
As we continued our tour, we went to a village that was close, and it was disheartening to see how broken down the place was. The region is in a highly precarious state, in spite of the fact that a number of corrective actions are now being carried out. Take, for example, the following children’s playground that is located outside:
It was really amazing to me that the employees at Experience Bucharest didn’t attempt to show us just the best parts of the city, but rather they showed us parts of the city that are actually there, despite the fact that such parts may be a little rough.
When we went to a Rroma flower market in the neighborhood, the trip came to a gratifying conclusion. The Rroma flower market was in the neighborhood. Everyone working the booths was really kind, and as a token of their appreciation, they presented the ladies in our party with a bouquet of complimentary flowers.
If you are interested in gaining a more in-depth comprehension of the complex history of a fascinating group of individuals as well as going to the site in which they now live, you have the opportunity to make arrangements for a tour at this location, which is available to you if you are.
And last, but certainly not least, there will be one more tour. Because a significant number of us food bloggers had shown interest in taking part in a Wine Tour, the staff at Authentic Romania was nice enough to arrange one for us. We had a great time!
The participants began their excursion at a wine museum, and then moved on to two different vineyards, where they were schooled on the process of producing wine as well as the history of winemaking in the region. The second vineyard also provided us with a regionally authentic meal for lunch, which we were able to enjoy there.
In addition to that, there will undoubtedly be some samples. Numerous possibilities to get a taste! We tasted an almost uncountable number of great wine varieties from throughout the world.
Another thing about this trip that stuck with me was the fact that it took us out of the city and into more rural places than we had previously visited. Outside of the nation’s capital, we had the opportunity to see how people in various sections of the country go about their everyday lives.
To secure your position on this full-day adventure, just click here to make your reservation.
The Parties
The trips were a huge success, both in terms of their preparation and their actual carrying out. They did not take everyone on the same tour of Bucharest; rather, over the course of two days, they provided more than forty unique Bucharest excursions from which we were free to choose the four that sparked our attention the most. They did not lead everyone on the same tour of Bucharest.
Naturally, I did not have any reservations about signing up for both of the excursions that were being provided since they were related to food.
The very first tour that they did was called the Bohemian Tour. As soon as we made our first stop, which was at eleven in the morning for beer, I had the realization that this was going to be the type of vacation that I would like.
We arrived at the city’s primary public market on our second stop of the day’s excursion. It was fascinating to see the people at the busy market test out the various things, haggle over the costs, and make purchases.
On the lower level, there was an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, while on the higher level, there was a selection of delicious meats, cheeses, and wines; to sum it up, it was my vision of heaven. The shop owners were gracious enough to provide a sample platter for us that had several examples of each of the numerous sorts of goods that they sell. As we wandered around the market, we were randomly approached by other sellers who offered us free samples of their products and screamed out to us.
This walking food tour provided me with some very fascinating background information and knowledge, and I would suggest it to anybody who is interested in learning a little bit of history while tasting some excellent meals. You may make your own reservation by clicking on this link, which will take you to the appropriate page.
My next journey was perhaps the one that had the most influence on me, despite the fact that it had nothing to do with eating in any way shape or form. It was called the Outcast Tour, and it was conducted by a local person who, at one point in his life, had experienced homelessness. His account of his life grabbed my curiosity, and he opened my eyes to a world that many of us would not have been acquainted with if he hadn’t shared it with us. If he hadn’t done so, I would have missed out.
He detailed how he evaded the authorities who ran the abusive orphanages and made his way to the sewers, which he saw as a preferable option than living in an institution run by the government.
His story included a thorough explanation of his difficulties with drug abuse and addiction, time spent in prison, deadly overdoses, and society’s opinion of the homeless as “almost invisible persons.” As a result of his hard work and determination, he has been able to overcome all of this adversity and is now the proud owner of his own apartment as well as two jobs. In addition to this, he aids those who find themselves in similar situations in conquering the problems that they are facing.
I won’t go into all the particulars of this trip since I want you to go on it for yourself and form your own opinions about it; thus, click on this link to get started with the tour.
In addition to that, I was really lucky and managed to get the very last open spot on the Tasting Bucharest excursion. This trip featured three visits, during which we sampled local food from a traditional restaurant, upmarket replicas of a popular local dish from one of the finest hotels in town, and, as a last stop, we enjoyed the best coffee shop in the city.
The explanations on the history of the dishes that were given during this trip were equally as intriguing to me as the explanations that were given during the previous food-related tour that I went on. Around our most recent vacation, we not only learned about the history of coffee, but also about the meals that are traditionally served during that time of year. If you are interested in learning about the history of gastronomy in addition to other areas of culture, you may make travel arrangements for the trip by clicking on the link provided below.
When I found out that there was a Garlic Culinary tour, I made it a priority to sign up for it as soon as I could after learning about it. We were given every piece of information there was to know about the Romanians’ belief that garlic was a magical plant, as well as how the lore surrounding Dracula got entwined with the garlic herb. Caution: you are not awake; all of this is just a vivid dream.
Despite this, we ended up obtaining some intriguing facts about garlic and the part it played in the history of Romania. In particular, we learned how garlic was used. In Romania, garlic has a long history of being used for both the prevention of sickness and the treatment of illness. At one time in history, 7 kilos of garlic was considered valuable enough to buy a slave.
The rich history of each meal, which added to the dish’s scrumptious taste, made for a dining experience that will live long in the memory. You are able to make reservations for this journey right now if you are interested in eating a delectable meal that has a large degree of cultural heritage behind it.
The Rroma Heritage Tour was in such great demand that it sold out almost as soon as it was made available, which forced the organizers to set up additional trip dates in order to accommodate the growing number of people who wanted to go on the tour. The term “rroma” has largely replaced the older term “gypsy” to refer to the individuals and organizations that were once known as “gypsies.”
Many of us were curious in the history of these folks because we were going to be in Romania, and we wanted to learn as much as we could about their ancestry. Our tour guide started out by offering an overview of the history of the Roma people, which included where they originally came from, how they arrived in Romania, and the ongoing hardships they endure as a result of prejudice and persecution.
The first place that we went on our excursion was a handicraft store, and while we were there, we were given some background information about the items that are created by hand by Roma people. Many customers made purchases before they left the store because the stuff was so interesting and of such high quality that they couldn’t resist buying something to take with them.
As we continued our tour, we went to a village that was close, and it was disheartening to see how broken down the place was. The region is in a highly precarious state, in spite of the fact that a number of corrective actions are now being carried out. Take, for example, the following children’s playground that is located outside:
It was really amazing to me that the employees at Experience Bucharest didn’t attempt to show us just the best parts of the city, but rather they showed us parts of the city that are actually there, despite the fact that such parts may be a little rough.
When we went to a Rroma flower market in the neighborhood, the trip came to a gratifying conclusion. The Rroma flower market was in the neighborhood. Everyone working the booths was really kind, and as a token of their appreciation, they presented the ladies in our party with a bouquet of complimentary flowers.
If you are interested in gaining a more in-depth comprehension of the complex history of a fascinating group of individuals as well as going to the site in which they now live, you have the opportunity to make arrangements for a tour at this location, which is available to you if you are.
And last, but certainly not least, there will be one more tour. Because a significant number of us food bloggers had shown interest in taking part in a Wine Tour, the staff at Authentic Romania was nice enough to arrange one for us. We had a great time!
The participants began their excursion at a wine museum, and then moved on to two different vineyards, where they were schooled on the process of producing wine as well as the history of winemaking in the region. The second vineyard also provided us with a regionally authentic meal for lunch, which we were able to enjoy there.
In addition to that, there will undoubtedly be some samples. Numerous possibilities to get a taste! We tasted an almost uncountable number of great wine varieties from throughout the world.
Another thing about this trip that stuck with me was the fact that it took us out of the city and into more rural places than we had previously visited. Outside of the nation’s capital, we had the opportunity to see how people in various sections of the country go about their everyday lives.
To secure your position on this full-day adventure, just click here to make your reservation.
The
The Networking
As usual, these gatherings provide incredible chances for making new connections. It was nice to catch up with friends from prior events, as well as to finally put faces to names of folks I had only only known via online interactions.
I was able to make some wonderful new friends who I already have plans to see again in the near future. In addition, I was able to make some connections that might lead to future business possibilities or partnerships.
However, the most effective kind of motivation for me is to surround oneself with a number of other individuals who are engaged in the same activity. It is wonderful that everyone at the table is aware that they are not permitted to take even a single bite of food until all of the dishes have been shot from a variety of different perspectives.
Should I make the trip? We were being interviewed for a documentary that was being produced on the Experience Bucharest initiative as we were participating in the final night’s celebration. A question was posed to me along the lines of, “What do you think of a project that’s named Experience Romania?” “How can I become a member?” I immediately responded without pausing for a moment to consider what I should say next.