Summer special: Seaside resorts in Romania

Romania is a country that has it all: mountains, forests, hills and plain lands, lakes and the sea. Although the country still has some work to do when it comes to promoting its natural beauties, all these places usually speak for themselves. The Romanian Black Sea coast has a lot to offer, from noisy, modern beaches, to ancient monuments and quiet beaches. The Black Sea resorts stretch from the Danube Delta in the north, down to the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast in the south. Everyone can find the perfect place on the Romanian coast: there are expensive modern beaches, but also places for families, students, or those who just seek peace and quiet. If you want to spend your summer holiday in Romania, here’s a list of local seaside resorts: Constanta is the city capital of Romania’s Constanta county, and the most important city in Dobrogea region. Besides the country’s main port, the city also hosts an international airport and a large train station. Its historical monuments, ancient ruins, the grand Casino, touristic port, museums and shops make Constanta the main point of the Black Sea coast tourism. Tourists are also attracted by the city’s beaches and clubs. Constanta City Tour buses take tourists from the city’s train station to the barrels area in Mamaia. Mamaia is one of the most important and most expensive seaside resorts in Romania, which usually attracts rich young people who want to spend the summer holiday partying. The resort’s nightlife has options for everyone: there are restaurants and cafes, terraces, pubs, and luxurious clubs that stay open all night long. You can also do several water sports here, such as sailing, water skiing, windsurfing, scuba diving, and swimming. There is also a large number of shops and boutiques in Mamaia, which sell clothes, shoes, souvenirs, and traditional products. In terms of accommodation, prices are usually high in Mamaia, especially in the high season. The resort hosts a large number of hotels, from 2 to 5 stars, usually located near the beach. The season starts on May 1 and lasts until end-September. Eforie is a Romanian seaside resort located in Constanta county, near Techirghiol Lake. It is divided into two parts: North Eforie and South Eforie. The small towns usually attract families with children, as they are a little bit more isolated and quiet than Mamaia. People also go here for spa treatments. The mud from the lake is used, together with the salty water, in the treatment of many health conditions such as rheumatism, or dermatological and metabolic disorders. The accommodation prices are also lower in Eforie, compared to Mamaia for example. Mangalia is a city and a port located at some 45 km south of Constanta. Besides its beaches, the resort is also known for hosting one of the largest music festivals in Romania - Callatis Festival. Some other tourist attractions of the city are the Scythian tomb discovered in 1959 where archaeologists found unearthed fragments of a papyrus in Greek, the ruins of the Callatis citadel, and the Archaeology Museum. People also come here to treat several disorders, such as rheumatic disorders and skin problems. Popular among young people,