Transylvania Trek 1: Moeciu to Cheile Gradistei

Sat in my tent, I was thinking about the reason why I was with a group of 25 strangers, in another country, about to set of on some of the most physically demanding walks that I've ever had to do. I reminded myself of the reasons. I wanted to prove to myself that I’m strong … Continue reading Transylvania Trek 1: Moeciu to Cheile Gradistei

Transylvania Trek Day 4: Postavarul Massif, Tampa Mountains and Braşov

After day 3 of the trek, I was done in. I woke up the next morning feeling better than I'd felt finishing the day, but I was still tired, sore and more than a little bit ashamed about crying down the mountain the day before. Within 10 minutes of grabbing my breakfast, my fellow trekkers … Continue reading Transylvania Trek Day 4: Postavarul Massif, Tampa Mountains and Braşov

Transylvania Trek, Day 2: Bucegi Massif

After the 'warm up' walk of day one, day two upped the ante somewhat to a 20km walk with a height of 2180mtr. The sun was shining brightly and the walk through the woodland path to the stunning mountain range was beautiful. We were again joined by a four-legged friend who made the walk look … Continue reading Transylvania Trek, Day 2: Bucegi Massif