Latest stories, spotlights and itineraries across four regions.https://housemoldovan.com/en-gbhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/singapore-malaysia-thailand-2-weeks/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/singapore-malaysia-thailand-2-weeks/Streetfood culture, both Singapore and KL are great for this. · Rooftop pool views over KL during the day and the night. · Penang's streetart and colonial buildings are a must-see. · Island hopping around the Phi-Phi archipelago is out of this world. · Singapore is one of the most expensive places we've visited, but it is 100% worth it. · Malaysia is somewhat underdeveloped for tourism, so the experience can be a bit more authentic. · Travel via low-cost direct flights between the different citiSat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/dolomites-beginners-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/dolomites-beginners-guide/First time visiting the Italian Dolomites? Here's everything you need to know to plan your trip.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/jerusalem-holy-city/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/jerusalem-holy-city/The center of three religions, an impressive walled city and the endless olive hills surrounding it.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/colorful-valparaiso/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/colorful-valparaiso/Once the pearl of the Pacific, Valparaíso is now a vibrant city reborn in urban art and graffiti.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/uruguay-oldest-city/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/uruguay-oldest-city/Cobblestone lanes, colonial façades and vintage cars in Colonia del Sacramento — Uruguay's oldest city.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/andalusia-cities/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/andalusia-cities/Moorish palaces, cathedral-mosques and sun-washed streets across Seville, Córdoba and Granada.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/hong-kong-3-days/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/hong-kong-3-days/Hong Kong is a fascinating urban jungle with a unique history and culture.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/penang-street-art/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/penang-street-art/Interactive murals and painted lanes across George Town's UNESCO old quarter.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/polish-city-squares/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/polish-city-squares/Market squares, brick towers and colorful townhouses across Kraków, Wrocław, Gdańsk, Toruń and Warsaw.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/dubai-skyline-photos/https://housemoldovan.com/spotlights/dubai-skyline-photos/Glass towers, twisting silhouettes and man-made islands across Dubai's desert skyline.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTspotlighthttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/iguazu-falls-argentina-vs-brazil/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/iguazu-falls-argentina-vs-brazil/Split between Argentina and Brazil, Iguazu is one of the world’s great waterfall systems—worth seeing from both the Argentine and Brazilian national parks.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/vietnam-cambodia-2-weeks/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/vietnam-cambodia-2-weeks/Wandering through the busy streets of Vietnam's cities · Vietnamese food is probably our favorite in the world · Angkor Wat is without a doubt the most impressive temple complex we've seen · Relaxing on the beaches of Phu Quoc · Weather in Vietnam varies from North to South, plan your trip accordingly. · While both countries are rather poor, tourism is super well developed. · We spent around €2200 per person back in 2018, flights included.Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/petra-wadi-rum/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/petra-wadi-rum/Petra belongs on any bucket list; add a night in Wadi Rum and you get the desert to go with the rock city.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/ghent-travel-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/ghent-travel-guide/Ghent has Bruges' canals and medieval charm, but with a university-town energy that keeps it alive after dark.Sun, 14 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/sapa-vietnam-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/sapa-vietnam-guide/Sapa is famous for its rice terraces—but the people in the surrounding villages, with their languages and traditions, are even more memorable than the landscape.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/japan-cherry-blossom-2-weeks/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/japan-cherry-blossom-2-weeks/Exploring the vibrant city of Tokyo · The Shinkansen is an experience in itself · Kyoto's temples and shrines are really worth it · Rural Japan: gasshō houses, onsen, and a ropeway in the alps of Honshu · Even in 2017, Japan was not cheap and it was packed with people during sakura. · Contrary to popular belief, English is not widely spoken in Japan, so prepare to gesture a lot or learn a few basic words in Japanese. · We spent around €2500 per person back in 2017, without the flights.Fri, 15 May 2020 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/uzbekistan-silk-road/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/uzbekistan-silk-road/The bazaar life in the old Silk Road cities is a fascinating experience · Islamic art and architecture is really impressive · As east-europeans, we felt like travelling back in time a few decades. · Uzbekistan was closed for foreigners until 2018, so expect a less developed tourism infrastructure. · We travelled internally by train and car, with one domestic flight; we booked a private tour with a local operator from home. · We spent around €2000 per person back in 2019, flights included.Sun, 10 May 2020 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/israel-jordan-10-days/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/israel-jordan-10-days/Mediterranean coast of Israel has a lot to offer · Jerusalem - the holy city - is a must-visit · Spending the night in the desert of Wadi Rum was a surreal experience · We aimed for two shoulder seasons, spring and autumn, with milder highland weather. · We spent around €1500 per person back in 2020, excluding the flights to and from Israel. · Border paperwork at airports can be slow; the rest of the experience made up for it.Sun, 03 May 2020 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/south-america-3-weeks/https://housemoldovan.com/itineraries/south-america-3-weeks/Hiking in Patagonia is out of this world · Iguazu Falls is probably the most spectacular waterfall we've seen · Embedding in the latin-american culture is a great experience · Off the beaten path Uruguay was a great surprise · Travelling between countries in South America can be expensive, book your flights early. · Southern countries are generally safe, avoid wandering around at night. · We spent around €3500 per person back in 2019, flights included.Sun, 03 May 2020 00:00:00 GMTitineraryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/wroclaw-travel-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/wroclaw-travel-guide/Wrocław has a stunning market square, riverside islands, and hundreds of hidden dwarf statues — without Kraków's crowds.Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/angkor-wat-temples-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/angkor-wat-temples-guide/A single day at Angkor is enough to get hooked—here is how to plan routes, transport, and the temples you should not miss.Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/el-chalten-patagonia-hikes/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/el-chalten-patagonia-hikes/A compact base in Argentine Patagonia for day hikes to Laguna de los Tres, Loma del Pliegue Tumbado, and more—when the weather allows.Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMTstoryhttps://housemoldovan.com/stories/strasbourg-travel-guide/https://housemoldovan.com/stories/strasbourg-travel-guide/Strasbourg blends French charm with German architecture at the crossroads of Europe — far quieter than Paris.Tue, 14 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMTstory