Thinking of visiting Bucharest, Romania or wondering how it compares to Portugal? In this episode, we break down our first impressions after visiting Romania for the first time and share what surprised us most about Bucharest in 2026. From cost of living and housing prices to cafes, transportation, safety, food, and daily life, we compare Bucharest to Porto and Lisbon so expats, digital nomads, and travelers can better understand what to expect.

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