The 2024 Autumn Edition of Romania's Tourism Fair (TTR) kicks off on Thursday at Romexpo, where, over four days, travel enthusiasts can discover the perfect destinations at prices for every budget."From November 21 to 24, Romexpo will be the destination for travel lovers, offering the chance to explore memorable places and experiences, along with unmissable discounts. The fair presents everything from exotic getaways to luxury vacations and mountain expeditions within Romania. Visitors will have access to a wide range of promotional packages, exclusive discounts, and vacation ideas for all tastes and budgets" the organisers say.Over 100 companies participating in TTR 2024 offer destinations worldwide, including relaxing beach vacations, nature adventures, cultural escapes, and unforgettable stays with Romanian traditions. Discounts on vacation packages during the fair can reach up to 50%. Participants include tourism operators from Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey, Greece, Israel, Austria, Hungary, Egypt, Vietnam, and Italy.The fair's visiting hours are Thursday to Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Entrance tickets cost 20 lei.
The Babeș-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca (UBB) has established an endowment fund, which the institution described as a "strategic" financial mechanism aimed at supporting academic excellence and ensuring the long-term sustainability of university projects. The initiative is a first of its kind in the local academia, UBB said. The endowment fund involves attracting donations/financial resources and […]
Romanian authorities are reportedly considering imposing an access fee for the Transfăgărășan mountain road. The funds would be used for setting up decent parking areas, selecting merchants, and similar initiatives. The beautiful, winding road is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country. Local authorities say the funds from an eventual toll would […]
Colombian reggaeton superstar J Balvin will perform in Dubai for the first time this November, headlining Untold, the globally recognized festival born in Romania. The event will take place from November 6 to 9 at Dubai Parks and Resorts, featuring more than 100 international acts across five stages. The festival is staged in partnership with […]
More than 17% of Romania’s population faced severe material and social deprivation last year, which was one of the highest shares in the EU, according to the statistical bureau of the European Union - Eurostat. In 2024, 6.4% of people in the European Union faced severe material and social deprivation, a slight decrease compared to […]
The Freedom and Respect for Every Earthling association will hold the March for Animal Rights in Bucharest on October 4, to mark International Animal Day. The march will start at 11 AM at the National Theater Park, and will go on to Piața Victoriei. Organizers say they aim to bring to the forefront the suffering […]
Several Israeli citizens got into a fight on a plane flying from Israel to Bucharest on Monday, September 15. Upon landing, Romanian police issued several fines. The scandal reportedly broke out for religious reasons. The argument involved roughly 30 passengers of the flight from Tel Aviv to Bucharest. At one point, seven passengers started to […]
