Bucharest - Post Report Question and Answers
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Sense of pride and basic moral ethics are extremely low. People think its OK to lie, steal, etc., to get ahead. This relates to low quality of services and material goods, but high relative prices. It is better to spend time in Transylvania or outside of the country altogether. Go to the Bulgarian seaside (or Bulgaria in general) for better services, food, and nice people. - Jan 2013
We have enjoyed living here. We would not like to stay long-term, but it is great for a few years. - Aug 2012
Bucharest is a traffic-clogged, ugly and unfriendly city. We have lived on five continents, in both first-world and developing-world countries. This has been our least-favorite place. - Jul 2010
We've had a great time here and look forward to staying longer. My kids love their school, my wife and I enjoy our Romanian colleagues, and we've had a lot of fun here. It's hard to figure out why so many Americans are so down on this place. A lot of people find they really miss Bucharest once they leave. - Dec 2008
When I first arrived, there was a large number of street dogs. There are fewer now but still way too many. - Jan 2008
Romanians love their country and can be pretty arrogant. They have no clue what-so-ever of customer service and could care less if you spend your money on their business or not. Common sense is about 50 years behind in regards to seat belts, child safety seats, and basic safety, etc. That being said, my Romanian co-workers are some of the most professional and efficient people i have ever worked with. - Jan 2008
