Monthly Archives: February 2025

Is the roach problem under control?

Two years ago, Cluj heard many stories of eateries being closed because of insect manifestations. Cluj 24 reported that many fast food shops have been closed after cockroaches and unsanitary conditions were found at fast food places at Iulius Mall. … Continue reading

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Summer schools in Romania

Some English speakers might think of summer school as where you go when you failed the year in high school. In Europe, however, summer schools are attended by adults who wish to continue their education. (Those for teenagers are often … Continue reading

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Recommended Romanian courses

It can be difficult for expats to find Romanian courses. There are plenty of good teachers out there, but few structured courses that go beyond the A1 level. I tried three that I can recommend. Online evening course (a1, a2) … Continue reading

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Cluj and Tallinn

Romania recently claimed the world’s fastest Internet speeds.  Estonia also likes to see itself on the forefront of tech. Cluj is the tech hub for Romania, making house prices unreachable.  There was a joke, after Elon Musk bought Twitter, that … Continue reading

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