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From the playground to the app: how physical activity moved from public space to digital space, in Bucharest

If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, you probably remember summer days when the playground or courtyard was the kingdom of kids. We ran around, invented games, got bruised, got up again, and no one had to tell us: “Now it’s time for exercise.”Today, the story sounds very different. Kids move in controlled spaces, wear smartwatches, follow training p...

Investing in Romanian contemporary art: Bucharest galleries selling valuable works

Contemporary Romanian art is increasingly attracting attention as an alternative investment class. For collectors and investors alike, artworks by Romanian artists offer both aesthetic and financial value, especially in a market that remains accessible compared to the West. In Bucharest, a number of contemporary art galleries serve as critical plat...

Short-term rental investments in Bucharest – is it worth it in 2025?

Advantages, risks, and Airbnb-related legislation and taxationShort-term rental (STR) — meaning short-term leases through platforms like Airbnb or Booking — remains a popular option for real estate investors in Bucharest, especially in central neighborhoods and areas with tourist or business potential. In 2025, the market is shaped by significant l...

Growing up in Bucharest: emotional aspects of urban childhood

Life in Bucharest presents children with a set of challenges that go beyond the city’s hustle and bustle, deeply affecting their mental health. The urban environment is not just a physical space but a complex ecosystem where children grow, and the psychosocial factors specific to city life can create both opportunities and risks for their emotional...

Why are young people moving from the city center to the outskirts?

Lower prices, the need for space, and the rise of new communities are pushing Bucharest’s younger residents away from the downtown core.In a city shaped by decades of chaotic development—where central boulevards still echo the aesthetics of the 1980s—a quiet shift is underway: more and more young people are leaving Bucharest’s center for its outer...

Bucharest, in feminine form: what it means to be a woman in the capital today

Bucharest is a city in permanent transition. Its frantic rhythm, uneven infrastructure, chaotic urban development, and the forced coexistence of multiple architectural eras create a fragmented backdrop for everyday life. But within this ever-shifting urban stage, there is a unique experience—being a woman in a space that was neither designed, built...

Alternative coffee shops in Bucharest: creative experiences in your cup — and beyond

Bucharest is no longer just about "grabbing a coffee." The city is buzzing with new energy, and its coffee scene perfectly mirrors how we’re redefining our daily routines. In a capital where working from anywhere has become a norm and brunch has replaced traditional lunch, alternative coffee shops — those offering more than just espresso and Wi-Fi...

Bucharest with a baby in your arms Where to go for coffee, fresh air and a break

It’s 10:45 AM. You’ve made it out of the house — barely. Baby strapped to your chest, bag packed like for a weekend trip, and a quiet hope that maybe, just maybe, this time you’ll drink your coffee hot.You’re not looking for luxury. You’re looking for a place where having a small child isn’t an inconvenience, but a normal part of life.Bucharest isn...

Why does Bucharest drain us? A capital city running on burnout

It’s Monday, 8:17 AM. You're in the car. The engine hums softly, but your hands are clenched on the steering wheel. One eye is on the clock, the other on the chaos of Obor. You don't honk—you’re too tired even for that. You tell yourself you'll take the metro tomorrow. But you know that at Unirii, someone’s backpack will end up in your ribs anyway....

The cost of living in Bucharest, explained by expats – What’s cheap, what’s expensive, and what’s priceless

Bucharest isn’t London or Paris. For many expats, that’s exactly the appeal: a vibrant city with a reasonable cost of living, but one that also demands some adjustment. What does “cheap” or “expensive” really mean for those moving here? We talked to expats settled in the capital to get their take on the economic reality of the city.Housing – afford...