Known for its Belle Époque architecture and wide tree-lined boulevards, the Bucharest of the 1900′s was given the nickname of “Little Paris.” Today, it’s the 10th largest city in the European Union and this bustling metropolis bears only a passing resemblance to the famed “City of Lights.” Bucharest’s old historical center, known as the Lipscani district, has been mostly a construction zone in recent years, but elements of that Parisian charm can still be found in the U-shape pedestrian passageways of Macca-Vilacrosse. Elegantly-protected by an arched glass and wrought iron roof, these quaint walkways are lined with shops, restaurants and cafes and are the place to be on a summer Saturday night. This part of Europe is far more budget-friendly than western Europe and one of the few options for cheap holiday deals on the continent this summer.
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I'm Jenny McIver, career girl, globetrotter. On New Year's Day, 2005, a newspaper article about a man who took a trip around the world sparked a wanderlust in me that has yet to abate. I spent the following year planning my own trip-of-a-lifetime and have since made it into an annual, month-long adventure visiting and writing about more than 130 countries on all 7 continents along the way - all while maintaining a full-time career. Today, my goal is to be that spark of inspiration for others by proving that you can fulfill your wildest travel dreams without quitting your day job.