It all began with an argument about how long it really takes to drive to Sibiu, Romania. Expats (most definitely Americans) aside from Romanians, have mastered the art driving everywhere. By “everywhere”, we mean EVERYWHERE. We the Americans, likely pioneered the concept of “Drive-through” restaurants; we certainly made a big deal about...

As you finally clear the grinding congestion that passes for traffic in Bucharest and venture onto the highway to Pitesti, your spirits are already rising and it almost feels like you can fly. Hitting the start of the highway is the real start to the journey to drive across the Transfagarasan pass. So why bother?? Put very simply, the Transfagarasan road (DN 7C)...

Called by some driving enthusiasts “The best road in the world“, or the “Romanian Dragon” the Transfagarasan Highway is a sight to be seen. At its highest elevation of 2034 meters, the sights are breathtaking as you get a view of the Romanian countryside that you simply can’t get anywhere else. While this highway is well maintained, it is not for the...