I think my friend and I will do an organized tour, but we want to add on some independent days at the end for personal family research. I need to figure out the safest, fastest and cost effective way to get from Bucharest to Satu Mare. I feel unsure about the trains and didn't know if driving a car would be difficult for someone who doesn't speak the language. Plus, if I were to drive, is it fairly easy to find gas stations?
Also, in the more northern areas like Satu Mare, does anyone know if it is easy to find English speaking people? I'm hearing mixed answers on this from other sources. I've had a tour operator suggest that it would be better if we had an English speaking guide with us. Need to find out if he is just drumming up extra business or is he really giving us good advice.
Thanks,
Kelly