Author: Anda Galffy

Anda Galffy is a Romanian-born travel writer and passionate photographer living in Southern California. She is the editor, writer and photographer of Travel Notes & Beyond, a collection of stories and travel impressions from her wanderings around the world. Her articles focus on beautiful destinations, culture, history and food. She strives to provide her readers with new travel ideas, or just give them a new perspective on the places they have already seen. Anda is the recipient of a Silver Prize in the 2016 NATJA Awards Competition.

Maramureș, Romania: The Beauty of a Simple Life

The region of Maramureș is a vast, untamed territory, filled with local traditions and a very rich history. This small enclave is one of the most isolated regions in Europe.

Bran Castle: Caught Between Legend and History

From its foundation on the naked rock near the riverbed, the fortress of Bran rises majestically above the valley. An imposing, yet graceful structure that seems to be gazing down upon the hordes of visitors that flock to its entry.