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21
Nov
International schools in Bucharest and Brasov

Expat School options for expat children in Bucharest and Brasov

Bucharest – Schooling Options for Expats International School of Bucharest (ISB) * British-style curriculum + IB Diploma Programme. (isb.ro) * Ages: 2.5
1 min read
21
Nov
Romania’s Proposed Property‑Tax Reforms

Romania’s Proposed Property‑Tax Reforms

The government is tripling the “special” property tax for expensive homes...
2 min read
21
Nov
17/ The Whispering Pines of Poiana Brasov

17/ The Whispering Pines of Poiana Brasov

Fiction / Magical Realism, Winter 2004
7 min read
11
Nov
16/ The Windmill of Galati, Our Daily Bread

16/ The Windmill of Galati, Our Daily Bread

A tale of the communist era.
4 min read
21
Oct
Expat searching for a home in Romania: comparing real estate agencies like WhiteMountain.ro versus renting or buying directly from property owners

How to Find a Home in Romania: Agencies vs. Direct Owners

Finding a comfortable, well-maintained home in Romania can feel daunting, especially if you’re new to the country or returning
3 min read
20
Oct
Why Romania? A Practical Guide for Westerners Seeking a European Adventure (Without the High Costs)

Why Romania? A Practical Guide for Westerners Seeking a European Adventure (Without the High Costs)

So, you're dreaming of a life in Europe, but the thought of sky-high prices in Paris, London, or
5 min read
20
Oct
Expat returning to Romania, embracing life back home and exploring the benefits of repatriation, lifestyle, and living in Romania

Coming Home: Why Repatriating to Romania Might Be Your Best Decision..

Have you ever found yourself thinking about a life that moves at a different pace? A life where community is
3 min read
27
Sep
15/ Fiction: The Eternal Coin

15/ Fiction: The Eternal Coin

A story about karma, mystery, adventure, universal laws, the rewards of human kindness,
12 min read
27
Sep
Retiring in Romania: A Friendly Guide for UK Pensioners

Retiring in Romania: A Friendly Guide for UK Pensioners

Are you dreaming of retiring abroad where your pension stretches further, the landscapes are stunning, and the pace of life
2 min read
24
Sep
14/ Fiction: Aylin - Diary of a Tatar girl

14/ Fiction: Aylin - Diary of a Tatar girl

Baseline theme to the story * Protagonist: A 14-year-old Tatar girl named Aylin (meaning moonlight). * Setting: Dobrogea, Romania, a multicultural region
11 min read