Visiting Salina-Turda Salt Mines is one of the most popular day trips out of Cluj-Napoca. But getting there without a rental car came with a few challenges. After arriving we could see why this was one of the most suggested places we should visit. Thanks for watching! Be sure to check out our other Romania videos here: ruclips.net/video/S0JVb4_pMaI/видео.html
Sorry to hear you had to go thru a lot of challenges to get to the Salt Mines. Thank you both for all the hard work and troubles you endure to make it easy for us viewers to make these trips easier. The mine looks awesome and surprised to find there were Rec areas for table tennis, pool table etc. Sure from what you covered a must see place. Cheers!
Brian and Carrie. I love that you show how a day planned can go the wrong way and can be frustrating. It shows the reality of travel. The reality of challenges to live the life that you (we) have chosen. We can't wait to start our adventure next year. Larry and Minnie. Spokane WA...
Larry and Minnie. We are planning on doing a video soon on the ugly side of long-term travel. We are not sure what we are going to call it but will discuss what we don't like about what we do. Obviously, we will have a positive spin on it! 😀
Hello you beautiful couple!! Hello from California. Sorry to hear all the chanllenges and troubles to make these trips and videos for us. WE ALL APPRECIATE YOUR CONTENT! ♥ Stay Safe
You were both very good-natured about your travel troubles. You experienced a memorable adventure (even if difficult) and that is never bad in my book. 😊👍
You are right, Steve! We are lucky to be doing what we love full-time. A bad experience makes for a good story! 😄 Thank you for watching our channel!! Cheers!!🍻
I love the positive attitude you guys have on camera when you can't find your destination. But I can just imagine all the swearing that goes on off camera 🤣🤣🤣
OMG!!! It is literally 20 miles away from CLUJ...in other words, it is a short 25-30 min car ride. I used to drive there weekly and I was surprised that it took you guys 4 HOURS altogether!!!!!!!! It is sooo sad that the system is still poorly managed and the info doesn't reach the tourists! I can just imagine how many people couldn't make it to the SALINA just because of the lack of information!!! However, KUDOS to you both for not giving up so easily!! Love your videos! KEEP IT UP!!! Chris/NY
We actually do know a couple that didn't go for that very reason!! Romania, we believe is an absolute gem that needs to be explored by tourists. The tourism industry will come once more people discover this region of Europe. We did survive and were ultimately happy we decided to go. The beer tasted really good when we made it back so that helped!!😀 Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻
Any time you need help in Romania, just ask a young person. Most of us speak English pretty well and, like all Romanians, we love having tourists and will be uncomfortable levels of eager to help.
I am so sorry you had troubles with the transportation. And the bus station was just around the corner from the statue in front of the cinema. Of course, that bus would have still live you in the city center of Turda, but there are city buses an taxis to the salt mine. There is a tourist information center in the main square of Cluj, just by the bell monument in case you need further help.
I don’t know why, but I somehow feel some part of guilt about the whole trouble you had to go through to visit the Turda salt mine. There was a consolation though, to see that it was a best part to all this … and that was the beer at the end. I am curious to know if Brian felt something good happening about the asthma related problem while you were down there in the mine. It is said that this is the best treatment for asthma problems and many types of allergies, also some heart affections and blood pressure. I won’t ask what your favorite place was during your visit in Romania, because I have the feeling I somehow know already … and it makes me proud. That was a great video, just as all your videos are - thank you very much. I am also glad that if it will ever be the case, you can testify yourselves that you indeed forgot where you put the masks while you were on Romanian territory - I am sure you remember that was among the first things I told (wrote) you when you were on your way to Brasov. Explain that to people when you get back to the U.S. - it is a strong point to make. I’ll watch your video from Cluj now … I saw you already had it posted. Thanks again. Cheers …
In that Salina is the purest air in the world! If you have problems with your breathing or astma..that' s a place to stay ang get better! So for your health is really good! And for kids especially 🥰🥰🥰 Send you much love from Bucharest🥰 We all go there with our kids for they re health 🥰🥰 they will be better and with a hight imunity sistem 🥰
so what happened was you took a different bus, from a different location. The Fany bus is indeed 7 lei(at least it was last time i checked), and actually you were close to its station in the video but missed it. Also the salt mine has two entrances, if you take the first entrance it's just 700 meters walk from bus station in Turda. Sorry you had to go through such hustle, but sometimes information makes the whole difference.
Unfortunately, there wasn't much information to be had. 😆 We knew at the time that there must be an easier way!! We found it and survived so all is good! Thank you for watching our channel. Cheers!!!🍻
You guys have great, informative videos. We're planning to retire soon. In your planning did you find an advantage of Shengen Country hopping over getting a Portuguese(for example) resident visa? I wanted to know your thoughts on both. Our budget will be about 3-4 thousand per month. Thanks.
We really didn't consider getting a residency visa. We are wanting to see as many places as we can on a budget. We will when we want to take a little break for more than 3 months, then at that time will go through the process. Your budget is going to be just perfect for what you want to do! Thank you for watching and safe travels! Cheers 🍻
heeey ....pitty u had to go through all that ....it is usually very easy and straight forward even by bus. maybe u asked the wrong person for directions???if i knew u were around cluj area i would've made it a lot easier for you :) did u make a video of cluj as well?? :D
We are pretty sure that the complications were us just being unformiliar with the process! 😄 Our Cluj video will be out today! Thank you for watching! Cheers 🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Great... I would've stayed at a nice outside bar and my wife would have enjoyed the salt mines without my comments on the local transportation infrastructure every 5 minutes throughout the hot day!!
Romania is not really made for seeing it with public transport really. We were forced to do it once and it went ok but wayyyy to slow. By car is the best 😁
Do you two ever try to be careful to not let the locals know you’re Americans? Just curious, because I have read that a lot of Americans are careful like that when traveling abroad.
Great question. We have found people are much more friendly than their politics. Here in the Balkans, it is really a mixed bag on who supports the West, Nato, the war, and so on. We are not out waving American flags and chanting "USA" so that probably helps. We treat others with respect and we get respect in return. Again, great question!! Cheers!!🍻
In fact, geografically speaking, Romania is not part of Balkan, only 5% of Romania"s territory are part of Balcans peninsula: Dobrogea mountains and two islands of Brăila. Love your videos!
@@BrianandCarrie I am sure you know about Transylvania and its touristic places. However, I will recommend you to find the beautiful secret places of my region, called Moldova (not the Republic of Moldova!!). Try to include in your Iași (Iasi) - the second largest city of our country, and on your road to Iasi stop in Sighișoara, then go to Lacu Roșu (see the Bicaz Gorges there) and make a stop in Miclăușeni at Sturdza Castle.
We did a video on Sighisoara a couple weeks ago and absolutely loved the town. Our number one suggested places to visit is Iasi and the Moldova region. Unfortunately without a car we didn't have the time. However, We will be back! Loved our time here in Romania! Thank you for watching our channel and the suggestions! Cheers 🍻
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Visiting Salina-Turda Salt Mines is one of the most popular day trips out of Cluj-Napoca. But getting there without a rental car came with a few challenges. After arriving we could see why this was one of the most suggested places we should visit. Thanks for watching! Be sure to check out our other Romania videos here: ruclips.net/video/S0JVb4_pMaI/видео.html
Beautifuuuuuuuuuul! I love Romania.
Sorry to hear you had to go thru a lot of challenges to get to the Salt Mines. Thank you both for all the hard work and troubles you endure to make it easy for us viewers to make these trips easier. The mine looks awesome and surprised to find there were Rec areas for table tennis, pool table etc. Sure from what you covered a must see place. Cheers!
Thank you CM!
you 2 are so hail & hardy... I love it!!!
Brian and Carrie. I love that you show how a day planned can go the wrong way and can be frustrating. It shows the reality of travel. The reality of challenges to live the life that you (we) have chosen. We can't wait to start our adventure next year. Larry and Minnie. Spokane WA...
Larry and Minnie. We are planning on doing a video soon on the ugly side of long-term travel. We are not sure what we are going to call it but will discuss what we don't like about what we do. Obviously, we will have a positive spin on it! 😀
Hello!
What an adventure!
Thank you for sharing ❤️
Greetings from a Portuguese ❤️
România has many salt mines that can be visited and is like a trip to another planet . Turda is the most SF of them . It felt like a journey to Mars
Hello you beautiful couple!! Hello from California. Sorry to hear all the chanllenges and troubles to make these trips and videos for us. WE ALL APPRECIATE YOUR CONTENT! ♥ Stay Safe
Thank you!! It was quite the day but we survived!! Thank you for the support Starz!!
Cheers!!!🍻
My beautiful country ♥️
I was there 👍🏻👏🏻
Ok I know I already commented. "That's why we do it". Love it. 🤠 Well done sir.
HA!! Thank you for watching, Larry!😀
Cheers!!!🍻
You were both very good-natured about your travel troubles. You experienced a memorable adventure (even if difficult) and that is never bad in my book. 😊👍
You are right, Steve! We are lucky to be doing what we love full-time. A bad experience makes for a good story! 😄 Thank you for watching our channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
I love the positive attitude you guys have on camera when you can't find your destination. But I can just imagine all the swearing that goes on off camera 🤣🤣🤣
Yes, a few choice words along the way!!! 😁😁😁
I'm not sure if the mine park is more creepy or cool...but definitely want to visit it! You guys just keep slaying it! Love it!!
Thanks guys!! When you visit, make sure you have a car!!😆
@@BrianandCarrie Uggh....🤣🤣 Head over this way...hop a train and then a ferry and then...PARADISE 🤙🤙 And we'll buy you a coffee
We will be there in January and staying in that region for 6 months!!
I would have given up after the first 30 min. and gone for a beer instead! HA! But glad you finally made it ... AND, ended with a beer!
You always have to end with a beer!!!!🍻🍻
OMG!!! It is literally 20 miles away from CLUJ...in other words, it is a short 25-30 min car ride. I used to drive there weekly and I was surprised that it took you guys 4 HOURS altogether!!!!!!!! It is sooo sad that the system is still poorly managed and the info doesn't reach the tourists! I can just imagine how many people couldn't make it to the SALINA just because of the lack of information!!! However, KUDOS to you both for not giving up so easily!! Love your videos! KEEP IT UP!!! Chris/NY
We actually do know a couple that didn't go for that very reason!! Romania, we believe is an absolute gem that needs to be explored by tourists. The tourism industry will come once more people discover this region of Europe. We did survive and were ultimately happy we decided to go. The beer tasted really good when we made it back so that helped!!😀 Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Really enjoying your videos. Brian's deadpan delivery makes us laugh! "How did that Uber go?" Hilarious. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
Thank you!!! Some people don't understand my sense of humor!!😆 Thank you again for the comment!!!
Cheers!!🍻
What troopers you are! Budget-minded traveling can be so challenging, but as long as two-thirsty eventually comes along, who cares?
Correct, just keep your eye on the prize and everything will be fine. 🍻🍻
Any time you need help in Romania, just ask a young person. Most of us speak English pretty well and, like all Romanians, we love having tourists and will be uncomfortable levels of eager to help.
We have had such a wonderful time in Romania and look forward to coming back someday. Thank you so much for the hospitality and kind words!
Cheers!!!🍻
I am so sorry you had troubles with the transportation. And the bus station was just around the corner from the statue in front of the cinema. Of course, that bus would have still live you in the city center of Turda, but there are city buses an taxis to the salt mine. There is a tourist information center in the main square of Cluj, just by the bell monument in case you need further help.
We figured there was an easier way!! 🙂 It was an adventure and we really enjoyed Cluj and the rest of Romania. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Definitely need a car to get to some of the cool places in the country. Driving in Romania is a real art. You have to have eyes all around your head.
I don’t know why, but I somehow feel some part of guilt about the whole trouble you had to go through to visit the Turda salt mine. There was a consolation though, to see that it was a best part to all this … and that was the beer at the end. I am curious to know if Brian felt something good happening about the asthma related problem while you were down there in the mine. It is said that this is the best treatment for asthma problems and many types of allergies, also some heart affections and blood pressure.
I won’t ask what your favorite place was during your visit in Romania, because I have the feeling I somehow know already … and it makes me proud. That was a great video, just as all your videos are - thank you very much. I am also glad that if it will ever be the case, you can testify yourselves that you indeed forgot where you put the masks while you were on Romanian territory - I am sure you remember that was among the first things I told (wrote) you when you were on your way to Brasov. Explain that to people when you get back to the U.S. - it is a strong point to make. I’ll watch your video from Cluj now … I saw you already had it posted. Thanks again.
Cheers …
We really appreciate all your support Kay! Thank you so much!
You can vizit Cheile Turzii.
You deserve 2 beers each for all those steps you took that day. 7 miles...WOW...I have walked 200 steps today...total. lol
I believe we did have 2 beers there at the end James, it was a long day but we survived!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Impressive
Very nice 👍🍺
Thank you, Juan!!
Cheers!!!🍻
In that Salina is the purest air in the world! If you have problems with your breathing or astma..that' s a place to stay ang get better! So for your health is really good! And for kids especially 🥰🥰🥰 Send you much love from Bucharest🥰 We all go there with our kids for they re health 🥰🥰 they will be better and with a hight imunity sistem 🥰
so what happened was you took a different bus, from a different location. The Fany bus is indeed 7 lei(at least it was last time i checked), and actually you were close to its station in the video but missed it. Also the salt mine has two entrances, if you take the first entrance it's just 700 meters walk from bus station in Turda. Sorry you had to go through such hustle, but sometimes information makes the whole difference.
Unfortunately, there wasn't much information to be had. 😆 We knew at the time that there must be an easier way!! We found it and survived so all is good! Thank you for watching our channel.
Cheers!!!🍻
You guys have great, informative videos. We're planning to retire soon. In your planning did you find an advantage of Shengen Country hopping over getting a Portuguese(for example) resident visa? I wanted to know your thoughts on both. Our budget will be about 3-4 thousand per month.
Thanks.
We really didn't consider getting a residency visa. We are wanting to see as many places as we can on a budget. We will when we want to take a little break for more than 3 months, then at that time will go through the process. Your budget is going to be just perfect for what you want to do! Thank you for watching and safe travels!
Cheers 🍻
Where the bus let you in Turda it was a 5 min walk to the old entrance for the salt mine 😁
If only we knew!! We figured that there has got to be an easier way! Just unfamiliar territory 😀Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
Haha!Brian and Carrie!
That "adventure " was the "salt & pepper " of your trip!
Congratulations.. You've made it and it was well worth it!
Cheers 🍻
heeey ....pitty u had to go through all that ....it is usually very easy and straight forward even by bus. maybe u asked the wrong person for directions???if i knew u were around cluj area i would've made it a lot easier for you :) did u make a video of cluj as well?? :D
We are pretty sure that the complications were us just being unformiliar with the process! 😄
Our Cluj video will be out today! Thank you for watching!
Cheers 🍻
Any video of Cluj-Napoca coming?
YES!! Tomorrow same time same place!! Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Great... I would've stayed at a nice outside bar and my wife would have enjoyed the salt mines without my comments on the local transportation infrastructure every 5 minutes throughout the hot day!!
It was very much under consideration!!
🍻🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Hahahaha!!
I thought this was a family channel!!! 1:34. Lol. Cluster? Rewind… yep , that’s what he said.
You need to watch it again!! I said muster!!😀
@@BrianandCarrie the CC text showed cluster! Tell it to the judge.
@@BrianandCarrie nice try, Brian...
Go to in danube delt,go bukovina,is amanzig.
Thank you! We won't have time to get over there this time. We will definitely be coming back to Romania soon. Thank you for watching.
Cheers 🍻
Romanian buses network is way better than in USA...So..no complain..🙂
Romania is not really made for seeing it with public transport really. We were forced to do it once and it went ok but wayyyy to slow. By car is the best 😁
Absolutely agree! We will probably start renting a car and doing weekend trips in the future.
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie thanks a lot by the way for the answer to my email 😊 It is really helpful
☝️👏❤️🙌
France open to all
Greece open to all
Enjoy the free sunshine....
Turkey seems cheap
Beware of vampires... I while I will have a drink looking at the Ria de Formosa very worried ... hahaha
HAHA!! We have been in vampire country now for over a month and haven't seen one yet!! 😆
Cheers!!!🍻
Do you two ever try to be careful to not let the locals know you’re Americans? Just curious, because I have read that a lot of Americans are careful like that when traveling abroad.
Great question. We have found people are much more friendly than their politics. Here in the Balkans, it is really a mixed bag on who supports the West, Nato, the war, and so on. We are not out waving American flags and chanting "USA" so that probably helps. We treat others with respect and we get respect in return. Again, great question!!
Cheers!!🍻
In fact, geografically speaking, Romania is not part of Balkan, only 5% of Romania"s territory are part of Balcans peninsula: Dobrogea mountains and two islands of Brăila. Love your videos!
If you want to visit Romania use a car. Rent a car, do not use trains or buses.
We would agree with this. It can be done but renting a car would be the way to go. There's just too much to see in Romania!
Cheers 🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I am sure you know about Transylvania and its touristic places. However, I will recommend you to find the beautiful secret places of my region, called Moldova (not the Republic of Moldova!!). Try to include in your Iași (Iasi) - the second largest city of our country, and on your road to Iasi stop in Sighișoara, then go to Lacu Roșu (see the Bicaz Gorges there) and make a stop in Miclăușeni at Sturdza Castle.
We did a video on Sighisoara a couple weeks ago and absolutely loved the town. Our number one suggested places to visit is Iasi and the Moldova region. Unfortunately without a car we didn't have the time. However, We will be back! Loved our time here in Romania! Thank you for watching our channel and the suggestions!
Cheers 🍻
Jabbed or not that Is the question
Are we or do you need to be to get in?
@@BrianandCarrie travelling for business means access is without question it appears....even in blocked down business people travel unrestricted
Okay 👌
@@BrianandCarrie ruclips.net/video/cpQQOrFGx14/видео.html
Interesting chap
I think I would have moaned more than Brian did off camera!!!
Yes! 😆 The day was a struggle, but we survived! 🍻
@@BrianandCarrie I showed my wife the video... she said..."this is our life"!!!
Thats funny!! Renting a car would have been a great option!
@@BrianandCarrie..taking a cab and enjoying the beers!🍺🍺🍺