Renting an apartment is one of the most common housing decisions in large cities, but also one of the most exposed to risk when handled superficially. In Bucharest, market pressure, limited availability, and time constraints often push tenants to make fast decisions based more on availability than on a careful assessment of real living conditions.B...
Bucharest is a city with a complex urban structure, built layer by layer through different historical periods, expansions, and administrative reorganizations. One clear clue to this evolution lies in the very names of its streets. Terms such as bulevard (boulevard), cale, șosea (road), stradă (street), alee (lane), or intrare (access road) are not...
Bucharest has long been more than just a cinematic backdrop. Over the decades, it has become a character in its own right — a space that shapes stories, rhythms, and the lives of those who inhabit it. From historical films depicting the capital before major political transformations to modern productions exploring contemporary urban life, Romanian...
Bucharest is often portrayed as a city “full of opportunities” for expats. In reality, the labor market is strongly concentrated in a few sectors, and access is far from equal across industries. In 2026, expats who secure stable jobs in the Romanian capital overwhelmingly work in three main areas. Other options do exist, but they are exceptions rat...
Bucharest’s airports closed 2025 with results that confirm a clear trend of growth in air mobility. According to official data, the capital’s two airports – Henri Coandă and Băneasa – handled nearly 18 million passengers, the highest volume ever recorded. The increase of more than 10% compared to the previous year shows not only a full recovery aft...
Traffic in western Bucharest has become one of the biggest challenges for residents in recent years. Iuliu Maniu Boulevard and Chitila Road are overcrowded on a daily basis, especially during rush hours, making access to nearby areas in Ilfov and Giurgiu counties increasingly difficult. In this context, the “Orbital Bucharest” project, through the...
The year 2025 brought better news for people looking to rent a home in Bucharest. After several years of steady increases, the rental market entered a mild correction phase, with visible decreases in most areas of the capital. Data analyzed by Storia.ro at the request of Wall-Street.ro shows that, by the end of 2025, landlords were asking for lower...
When an apartment is cold but official apps indicate “normal operation,” residents are faced with one of the most frustrating situations in Bucharest: the absence of a clear explanation. Although the instinct is to immediately look for answers in apps or on institutional websites, the correct verification process does not start online, but inside t...
When temperatures drop and the city becomes increasingly crowded, tea houses remain some of the few places where you can still find peace, warmth, and time for yourself. Unlike cafés, they offer a slower pace, more intimate spaces, and an atmosphere that invites you to stay rather than leave quickly.For those who work remotely, read, or need a few...
Bucharest is a city that does not reveal itself easily. It quickly shows its bustle, contrasts, and fast pace, but hides its true stories behind façades, street names, and buildings that have passed through several historical eras. To truly understand it, it is not enough to walk or drive through the city. You have to read it.Books about Bucharest...