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By Oana F on November 6, 2025

Beyond Dracula Guides: Why They Are at the Center of Our Travel Experiences

Before continuing our In the Guide’s Backpack series, we thought we would let you know why Beyond Dracula guides are the center of everything we do. When you travel with Beyond Dracula, your experiences are not just planned, they are lived. At the heart of these experiences are the people who make them come alive: […]

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By Oana F on November 6, 2025

Transylvania Flora: Gardens, Wildflowers and Botanical Heritage

Transylvania is famous for its fortified churches, rolling hills, and centuries-old villages. Yet, one of its most enchanting treasures lies quietly underfoot: its flora. From cultivated gardens to wild meadows, Transylvania flora preserves a living heritage and inspires cultural traditions. Botanical Heritage in Viscri The village of Viscri, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers more […]

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By Oana F on August 12, 2025

🧳 In the Guide’s Backpack, episode 2

In the Guide’s Backpack (episode 2) is our new monthly series that invites you to discover Romania through the eyes of the people who know it best—our guides. Each edition of In the Guide’s Backpack dives into the memories, favorite places, and inspirations that shape their journeys. At Beyond Dracula, our guides are more than experts: […]

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In the Guide’s Backpack: Banffy Castle
By Oana F on June 17, 2025

In the Guide’s Backpack

đź§ł In the Guide’s Backpack In the Guide’s Backpack is our new monthly series that invites you to discover Romania through the eyes of the people who know it best—our guides. Each edition of In the Guide’s Backpack dives into the memories, favorite places, and inspirations that shape their journeys. At Beyond Dracula, our guides […]

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By Oana F on June 10, 2025

Where to Stay in Alma Vii: A Brunch, a Village, and a Sense of Belonging

Wondering where to stay in Alma Vii? It’s the place to be of you’re dreaming of a peaceful stay in the heart of Transylvania. Alma Vii is a village that quietly captures your imagination. A place where Virtuoso travel Romania meets authentic Saxon charm. A Brunch with No Agenda—Only Heart Earlier this spring, we brought […]

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By Oana F on May 16, 2025

Virtuoso Travel Romania: Beyond Dracula Joins the Network

A New Milestone for Luxury Travel in Romania Virtuoso travel to Romania takes a bold step forward. Beyond Dracula has joined Virtuoso, the world’s most respected network of luxury travel experts. This exclusive community includes top advisors and travel providers from across the globe. Now, Beyond Dracula is proud to be the first—and only—Romanian company […]

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