Romania Country Guide
Romania, the largest of the Balkan states, sits at Europe’s crossroads and is an ancient land that has witnessed the rule of the Romans, the Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian empires. Its unique historical legacy is one reason why Romanian citizens often refer to themselves as ‘an island of Latinos’ in a ‘sea of Slavs’. It’s impossible not to be charmed by Romania, with a culture so different from other European destinations.Romania values its heritage, even as it makes rapid strides in modernisation – an ideal destination for the discerning traveller.
This Romania Country Guide gives some useful background information about this wonderful country. A great way to see the local highlights of Romania and experience the local culture is by taking a Romania tour.
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Romania Country Guide
Useful information on this page includes:Average Restaurant Prices:
Budget 4 - 5 euro
Mid-range 8 - 12 euro
Top End 25 - 30 eur
Average Accommodation Prices:
Budget 15 eur / pers / in hostel
Mid-range 40 - 50 eur / DBL room
Top End 150 - 200 eur / DBL room
Budget 4 - 5 euro
Mid-range 8 - 12 euro
Top End 25 - 30 eur
Average Accommodation Prices:
Budget 15 eur / pers / in hostel
Mid-range 40 - 50 eur / DBL room
Top End 150 - 200 eur / DBL room
Check out our Romania weather page for some handy information regarding the climate and weather in Romania. Our six-day Bucharest weather forecast will help in planning the upcoming weeks activities.
Telephone
Romania’s country code is +40. Public telephones are present everywhere and have international dialling facility; most of them require a calling card. In hotels, all calls are charged. Long-distance calls often attract high service charges.
Mobile Telephone
Several international mobile phone companies provide roaming facilities. Usually the coverage of the mobile phones networks is to be found countrywide. Some small isolated parts of Romania may have problems with the connection. Local mobile phones are available for hire.
Internet
Almost all 3*, 4* and 5* hotels in Romania have an internet connection on-site. Internet cafés are aplenty in Romania; some offer Wi-Fi.
Post
It takes a week for airmail to reach Western Europe.
Post office hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 hrs to 20:00 hrs, Saturday 08:00 hrs to 14:00 hrs.
Romania’s country code is +40. Public telephones are present everywhere and have international dialling facility; most of them require a calling card. In hotels, all calls are charged. Long-distance calls often attract high service charges.
Mobile Telephone
Several international mobile phone companies provide roaming facilities. Usually the coverage of the mobile phones networks is to be found countrywide. Some small isolated parts of Romania may have problems with the connection. Local mobile phones are available for hire.
Internet
Almost all 3*, 4* and 5* hotels in Romania have an internet connection on-site. Internet cafés are aplenty in Romania; some offer Wi-Fi.
Post
It takes a week for airmail to reach Western Europe.
Post office hours: Monday to Friday 07:30 hrs to 20:00 hrs, Saturday 08:00 hrs to 14:00 hrs.
In both Romania and neighbouring Moldova, the official currency has the same name – leu – though they are separate currencies with differing exchange rates. Most prices in Romania are displayed in Lei; in Moldova, you’ll see US dollar prices.
The 1990's saw the economy on a roller coaster ride because of the radical shift in policy from a Soviet-style controlled economy to a free market. Both Romanian and Moldavian currencies are now stabilizing. Romania is a member of the European Union. Even before it joined the EU, price levels in Romania had begun to rise, matching those of other East European members of the EU.
The 1990's saw the economy on a roller coaster ride because of the radical shift in policy from a Soviet-style controlled economy to a free market. Both Romanian and Moldavian currencies are now stabilizing. Romania is a member of the European Union. Even before it joined the EU, price levels in Romania had begun to rise, matching those of other East European members of the EU.
ATMs
ATMs are aplenty in Romania and you can withdraw cash (in lei) 24 x 7 on internationally accepted credit cards like Cirrus Plus, MasterCard, Visa or Eurocard. You can also take cash advances on credit cards in your home currency from certain banks like the Banca Comercială Română.
If you’re visiting neighbouring Moldova, you can find ATMs easily enough in the capital, Chisinau, but not in other towns. Keep your passport handy if you wish to change dollars, euros or pounds. Watch out for money-changers who may have goons stationed outside their shops – they’re best avoided! Don’t get taken in by advertisements offering highly attractive rates – you could get tricked into mistaking a ‘9’ for a ‘0’, or other such dodgy practices. Always count your money carefully before leaving.
Black market operations are not very apparent. Never change money on the street, though.
All travellers visiting Romania are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of six months when entering the country. Citizens of USA and the EU can stay up to 90 days without obtaining a prior visa. Visitors from the CIS countries need no visa. Moldavians, however, must possess the following to enter the country: a letter of invitation from Romanian authorities, proof of adequate funds for their visit and a return or onward ticket from Romania. Most other nationals need a visa and should apply for one by showing an official invitation letter endorsed by Romanian authorities.
US citizens that need to renew, add pages, change name, or just get a new US passport, can Apply for a New US Passport here.
US citizens that need to renew, add pages, change name, or just get a new US passport, can Apply for a New US Passport here.
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