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  • Lifestyle

    Daily life in Bucharest: how to find the best services and facilities

    Bucharest is a metropolis-city, offering a wide range of services and facilities essential for everyday life. But that's precisely why, because there's so much variety, finding the best options can be overwhelming for newcomers or even for locals looking to improve their lifestyle. Here's how to find the best services and amenities so you can make...

  • Lifestyle

    Living in Bucharest: Less pleasant aspects

    Bucharest, the capital of contrasts, is often portrayed in a positive light due to its rich history, active cultural life and professional development opportunities. However, like any big city, Bucharest also has less pleasant aspects that can influence the experience of living here. Here are some of them:TrafficOne of the most common causes of dis...

  • Have Fun

    Expats' guide: how to make new friends in Bucharest

    Have you moved to Bucharest and feel like an alien landed on Earth? Don't worry! Bucharest is full of friendly people and you're sure to find opportunities to socialize, if that's what you're looking for. Here's how to make the transition from 'abroad' to 'home' and find new friends in Romania's capital.Attend events and meet expatsBucharest is ful...

  • Education

    Top 10 high schools in Bucharest, based on the 2024 BAC average and admission average

    In an era where education is the foundation of professional and personal success, choosing the right high school becomes an essential step in the educational journey of students. In Bucharest, Romania's capital, state high schools are recognized for their excellence in education, with each institution having its own strengths and specializations th...

  • Education

    Private High Schools in Bucharest. Tuition fees and other contributions

    More and more parents in Bucharest, particularly those with greater financial means and a strong focus on their children's education, are opting for private high schools. Fortunately, Romania’s capital offers several private high schools that follow the national curriculum while also providing a modern educational environment and additional resourc...

  • Education

    Public schools vs private schools in Bucharest: stress and performance

    Choosing between public and private school can profoundly influence a child's educational experience, including how they manage stress and perform academically. While both school systems have similar goals - to educate and prepare students for the future - each brings unique challenges and opportunities.In public schools, where resources are often...

  • Education

    The public education system in Romania: 3 reasons to choose it

    The state education system in Romania, although free, is often criticized for its rigidity and lack of adaptation to contemporary requirements, but it is based on several structural and traditional elements that give it value and sustainability. Despite the challenges and necessary changes, there are significant strengths that contribute to the for...

  • Education

    A reflection on the education system in Romania: challenges and critiques

    While education is fundamental to individual and societal development, certain aspects of the current system raise questions and concerns. Despite modernization efforts, the Romanian education system faces several challenges and criticisms. From the structure of the curriculum to the school infrastructure to the reforms made out of the pen, for the...