Romania Private Tours • 4th December 2020

Why Romania Is A Safe Travel Destination In The Time Of COVID-19

Welcome to 2020, where Zoom meetings have replaced weekend getaways, and the only upside is that pants are not mandatory!

Indie Campers • 27th May 2020

Corsica Road Trip | Indie Campers

On this extended Corsica road trip, find out why Corsica makes hearts beat faster and pulses relax.

Indie Campers • 27th May 2020

South West Germany Road Trip | Indie Campers

This South West Germany road trip itinerary unveils the facades of a country considered more serious than anything else.

Romania Private Tours • 31st March 2020

Romania's story with you as the hero

Once upon a time, when wolves hugged lambs and kissed them, when bears measured their strength by the length of their tails and when fleas wore 99 iron shoes at just one leg, there was a land of stories, myths and legends beyond imagination.

Romania Private Tours • 2nd March 2020

Slow living in Romania | Travel deeper not wider

One of the most beloved Romanian poets said that “Eternity was born in the countryside“. That here, thoughts rise slower, and not because they don’t run deep, but on the contrary.

Romania Private Tours • 27th February 2020

Romanians speak food | Here's a bite of our story

Abandon all diets you who come to Romania! Forget about intermittent fasting, say “So-long!” to your low-carb regimen and be prepared for Keto with a twist.

Romania Private Tours • 23rd January 2020

St Andrew | The Romanian Halloween

Americans made Halloween famous around the globe, but Romanians have been fighting their own evil spirits for centuries.

Romania Private Tours • 20th January 2020

Best Things To Do, See and Eat in Cluj

Cluj-Napoca, or Cluj in short, is Romania’s hidden Easter Egg and – lucky for all of us – it’s ready to hatch!

Romania Private Tours • 6th January 2020

Dracula's Castle | Discovering the Story Behind the Myth

Ask anybody and, even if they won’t have a clue as to where Romania is, they will instinctively let you know that Transylvania is the birthplace (and lurid playground) of Count Dracula.

Romania Private Tours • 2nd January 2020

The Story of Saint Nicholas in Romania

Promising a bundle of gifts to kids who didn’t say ‘nay’ to their parents and a nasty wooden whip to those who’ve said it one too many times, Saint Nicholas transforms the night of December the 5th into a suspenseful wait.

Mackinac Island App • 26th November 2019

Fort Mackinac: A Visit into the Past

As Europeans in the 1700s made their way across the Atlantic and arrived in Michigan, they started looking for strategic outposts to defend their new territories.

Mackinac Island App • 13th November 2019

Mackinac Island Restaurants: A Selection That Will Flavor Your Vacation

America’s favorite summer island is not just a treat when it comes to views and activities, but also when it comes to finger-licking food.

Mackinac Island App • 8th November 2019

The Sweetest Shops to Sample the Famous Mackinac Island Fudge

Even those who know nothing about Mackinac Island probably know one thing: this island is fudge-famous!

Mackinac Island App • 21st October 2019

Straits of Mackinac: An Unmissable Itinerary

The Straits of Mackinac qualifies as an excellent bucket list destination, but it also successfully ticks multiple “must-see in your lifetime” boxes. What more could you wish for? Well, a ticket to get here, of course!

Mackinac Island App • 13th September 2019

Mackinaw City: Five Delicious Places to Eat

From the moment you set foot in Mackinaw City, you realize that it’s more than a quick stop on your way to Mackinac Island. In fact, this charming village has quite a few activities that will keep you occupied for hours.

Mackinac Island App • 2nd September 2019

Mackinac Island Bike Rental Shops: Where to Get Your Wheels

As a destination that has imposed a definite ban on cars, Mackinac Island has perfected the art of bike rentals. Here, the local bike shops go above and beyond to put you on the best wheels available.

Mackinac Island App • 31st July 2019

Mackinac Island, Michigan: 4 Must-Know Things Before You Visit

How much do you know about Mackinac Island, Michigan? You must certainly know the basics: no cars allowed, but tons of great architecture, history, stunning natural sceneries and fudge—lots and lots of fudge.

Mackinac Island App • 26th June 2019

Mackinac Island: What Makes It Unique?

Nestled in the Straits of Mackinac, unmoved by the hectic rhythm of modern deadlines and far removed from the frenzy of traffic, there’s an island that appears to be frozen in time.

[e-spres-oh] • 5th January 2021

What Is Tech Debt and Why Should You Care About It?

If you’re a non-tech person who’s involved in building a software product, you’ll soon reach this verdict. As you try to push a successful product to market, you’ll discover that aligning stakeholders’ expectations, customer needs, financial constraints, deadlines, and tech requirements will often require trade-offs. Most of the time, these “bargains” will mean cutting corners in the development process.

Medium • 1st October 2020

The Hard Thing About Hard Things: The Difficult Conversation Every Software Project Should Start…

In 2016, Ben Horrowitz dedicated a disruptive book to the lack of easy answers in tech entrepreneurship. While other business and management books lured audiences with the illusion of ‘the promised formulas,’ Horowitz dispelled the haze by putting it bluntly: being a tech entrepreneur is hard. Tremendously rewarding, but incredibly difficult. It has no formulas for success, it has no guarantees, and it’s not a straight paved road.

Medium • 29th July 2020

Decoding the language of great software products: A tech dictionary for businesses

Development teams use programming languages to code, but they also have a language of their own for day-to-day communication. Tech jargon saves developers a lot of time, but can often feel overwhelming for clients who want to build software products. When embarking on a new tech project, it’s the duty of the software team to onboard clients not only on the work process but also on their jargon rollercoaster.

Medium • 29th July 2020

Surpassing cognitive biases in business: How to recognize the most common pitfalls and build…

When embarking on the development of a software product for your business, on-point decision-making is critical. Setting the right course for your product, pinpointing the needs it answers on the market, thinking about the target it will serve, and setting clear objectives are all crucial to its success.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 25th June 2020

What to Expect from the Discovery Phase: Setting the Course for a Successful Product

Many businesses believe they can gracefully leap from an initial idea to a grand software product, often to find themselves falling into an endless maze of changing scopes. Skipping steps — even if might be the faster alternative — ends up being a time consuming, costly affair that can leave stakeholders, development teams, and everyone involved on the verge of frustration.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 21st May 2020

Product Engineering: Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Products

What’s the recipe for a successful software development project? This is the million-dollar riddle every entrepreneur, CEO, manager or anybody who has an interest in software tries to solve — especially when an endeavour in this direction starts to crumble.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 22nd April 2020

Creative Tips for WFH (Working From Home) — With Extra Gimmicks for Great Energy

Working from home can be a treat, but it can also be bittersweet, especially now, when everything has to happen from home. With outdoors out of the question, indoor space needs to accommodate the answer to all our needs: business and pleasure alike. No pressure, though, right?

Medium • 26th February 2020

Tech Trends That Will Shift your Business to Version 2.0.2.0

PWAs have been called the “the future of the mobile web” and are, in fact, mobile websites that offer a similar experience to that provided by native apps (those apps you can download from app stores).

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 21st January 2020

Looking back, coding forward: A decade minus two years of digital lessons learned

With the end of the decade, we felt the need to look back and reflect on our journey thus far. It’s been quite a ride! Hope you’ve had your morning brew, because we’re about to share eight lessons from our eight years of coding, designing and drinking coffee.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 16th December 2019

Product or Project Approach: Which One, When and Why

The showdown between the “project” and “product” mindset has been sweeping the software industry, even the most reserved developers are getting heated and opinionated. While some voice a definite winner, as far as we’re concerned, it all depends on what each of our clients aims to achieve.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 21st November 2019

Connecting to the New Silicon Valley: From Tel Aviv, with Tech

This November, [e-spres-oh] made its way to Tel Aviv, Israel’s bustling tech capital, to meet some of the country’s most promising entrepreneurs and cutting-edge companies. From cybersecurity to fintech, we joined the unique business scene that puts Israel at the forefront of startups per capita in the world.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 23rd October 2019

Fueling revo.js: How we boosted the JavaScript energy in Eastern Europe’s hub of developers

On October 3rd and 4th, revo.js conjured the changing power of JavaScript in Timisoara, Romania — one of Eastern Europe’s hubs of developers. As the first-ever JavaScript conference in Timisoara, revo.js was much needed and awaited, fulfilling the need of the local community for an environment in which JS enthusiasts could assimilate international know-how and bounce ideas.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oj] • 20th August 2019

How We Start Successful Software Engagements With Great Energy

It was mid-July and we had guests over. Coming from Europe and the US, they visited our Engineering Offices in Timisoara to kick-start a challenging, buzz-worthy and complex project. No matter how eager both we and the client were to plunge into untangling UX dilemmas and technical conundrums, we knew that if we wanted to build a successful collaboration, there were some steps we couldn’t skip.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 11th June 2019

3…2…1…New Website Launch!

We’re happy to announce the launch of our new website, freshly brewed to fit our bigger cup after our acquisition by (US) Alpine Consolidated. This 4.0 website version (or shall we call it ‘4 point smooth’) aims to offer an easier user flow and share more details about the software products and mobile apps we’ve built or, in other words, what we do best and how we do it.

Tea Break by [e-spres-oh] • 17th May 2019

Healthy Work Habits for Great Energy

It’s not hard to notice that puns are our cup of tea. Why tea and not coffee? Well, because although we love [e-spres-oh], we try our best to keep our caffeine intake at a level that won’t get us jumping up and down at 2 a.m. This might come as a surprise for those who thought of us as glued to our coffee cups, frantically pressing keyboards, but it’s a result of our rather active mindset and set of healthy work and life habits (hey, we try).

Junior Astronaut • 21st December 2020

3, 2, 1 Start Space Race! Or How the First Artificial Satellite Changed the World

Ready to learn about the world’s first artificial satellite? Good. Because this is the cosmic story of how Sputnik I, the first human-made satellite, made it to space.

Junior Astronaut • 17th December 2020

What Are Satellites and How to Launch Your Very Own. For Real.

You’ve certainly heard of satellites. But do you know what they are? Satellites are yet another wonder of space. Satellites help you talk to your grandma, play online games, watch movies, and can even show you the way to school. Pretty neat, right?

Junior Astronaut • 14th December 2020

How to Become an Astronaut? Follow Your Dreams and Land on Mars

Want to walk on the Moon or explore Mars? We knew it! You want to become an astronaut. The only question is: are you ready to work hard? The view from is really worth it.

Junior Astronaut • 10th December 2020

What is Space? Your Cool Exploration Begins Here!

Space is everything! No, really, it is! Space, or outer space, is everything you can and cannot see. Planets, stars, comets, asteroids, satellites, black holes, and countless other cosmic objects make up space. But wait. Let's not get ahead of ourselves. Let's start from the beginning.

Preppr Blog • 16th December 2020

Why and how to launch your business on Instagram: 5 tips for 2021

Say goodbye — and good riddance — to 2020 and get your business back on track with Instagram.

Preppr Blog • 9th December 2020

Change Happens Now: 6 Instagram Trends for 2021 That are Already Gaining Traction

If you’re serious about growing your business online, keeping an eye on Instagram trends for 2021 is a must. Curious to learn which ones are about to take off? Read on and find out.

Preppr Blog • 2nd December 2020

Festive Instagram Story Templates for the Holidays. Y'all ready?

Looking for some cheerful and designish Instagram Story templates for the holidays? Well cheer up, we’ve got you!

Preppr Blog • 25th November 2020

5 Holiday Shopping Trends and Instagram Tactics to Prep your 2020 eCommerce Campaign

If you think it’s a bit too early to talk about holiday shopping, think again. Remember that 2020 is not your “business as usual” year.

Preppr Blog • 9th November 2020

How to Negotiate with Brands: A Complete Guide for Influencers

Whether it’s for a one-time post or for longer engagements, knowing how to negotiate with brands should be among the top skills you build as an influencer.

Preppr Blog • 4th November 2020

Ground control! Start working on your Instagram Holiday Campaign

Jingle bells aside, planning your Instagram holiday campaign in advance will give you the space and time you need to come up with an excellent concept.

Preppr Blog • 28th October 2020

Ka-ching, Creators! How to Earn Money with Instagram Live Badges

If we had to name one good thing that happened to Creators in 2020, then it’d have to be Instagram Live Badges.

Preppr Blog • 21st October 2020

13 Things To Focus On When Starting As A Small Business On Instagram

Oh, hello, new small business on Instagram! Nice to see you here, among 1 billion users worldwide. You might have just dropped in at the best time ever.

Preppr Blog • 16th October 2020

Influencer Marketing In The Time Of A Pandemic: 8 Shifts You Can Make To See It Through

It’s been a tectonic year for influencer marketing, and the ground is still shaking due to the current pandemic. If you’re a digital creator, you’ve felt the impact straight on, as brands have shrunk budgets, cancelled partnerships and postponed events – indefinitely.

Preppr Blog • 14th October 2020

10 Things Your Instagram Followers Wished You Knew

Some say that the secret to reaching record numbers of Instagram followers is mastering the social platform’s hidden tools and latest features. Uhm well, not entirely. The truth is much simpler yet harder to grasp. The truth is that there are no secrets. Only the secrets that stem from your audience.

Preppr Blog • 7th October 2020

3 Unconventional Social Media Marketing Courses For Ambitious Instagrammers (+3 Bonus Resources)

Suppose you’re looking for social media marketing courses that cover the basic principles, techniques and tools. In that case, this list is not for you. If, however, you’re feeling courageous, and you’re considering taking a walk on the wild side of marketing, welcome! These creative resources are just what your Instagram doctor would recommend – if such a medical profession existed in the digital world.

Preppr Blog • 30th September 2020

Stand Up For Your Cause: How to Hold an Instagram Fundraiser

It’s not a lost cause. Not at all. Actually, the causes you care about might have more supporters than you ever imagined. Plus, there are countless other ways to reach them other than through crowdfunding platforms. In fact, today, it is easier than ever before to globally connect with people willing to fund your cause. To gain traction for your cause, check out the novel ways you can hold an Instagram fundraiser. The fundraiser features are meant for both nonprofit organizations and small bus

Preppr Blog • 22nd September 2020

New! Instagram’s Suggested Posts Feature: Where The Feed Ends, The Novelty Begins

Instagram’s suggested posts feature turns the end of a user’s feed into a new beginning by showing suggested posts from relevant accounts. Just when you thought you were all done for the day “Look, there it is!”, another to-your-liking post that might just make you linger a tad more on Instagram. Up until now, users were prompted with the “You’re all caught up” message after scrolling through two-days worth of posts. Now the show goes on! The suggested content incorporate posts from outside the

Preppr Blog • 25th August 2020

Instagram Introduces New Authenticity Measures: What It Means For Businesses

Bots and ill-intentioned users are the main targets of the new authenticity measures introduced by Instagram. Announced on August 13th (a prophetic date, some might say), these authenticity measures aim to keep feeds relevant to users. Instagram has reinforced its mission to deliver reliable, authentic content and build on meaningful engagement to nurture communities. But what do these new authenticity measures involve, and can these affect your business account? Glad you asked because we were

Preppr Blog • 21st August 2020

Instagram Reels: The Inside Scoop on TikTok’s Younger, Distant Sibling 

If you have a deja-vu with Instagram Reels, we don’t blame you. If it feels like TikTok, records like TikTok and distributes like TikTok, then it must be…a new feature from Instagram. Joke aside, even if the new feature does resemble the famous Chinese platform a tad too much, it had huge potential. Instagram has already established itself as a social media platform good for business. With its growing reputation and an impressive number of users, every new feature added is instantly converted i

Preppr Blog • 2nd July 2020

Social Media Marketing Budgets: Unveiling the Great Unknowns in Mid-2020

As the first half of 2020 comes to an end, the economy is wandering on uncertain terrain. Now, more than ever, social media marketing budgets need to be calibrated to perfection. Every dime counts and we’re here to help you count just how much to invest in your social media marketing budget to get back what you put in and more.

Preppr Blog • 24th June 2020

How to Launch the First Instagram Live for Your Business

“How to get closer when you need to stay at bay?” Well, that’s the question businesses have been obsessively asking their marketing departments for the past few months. With a huge portion of offline marketing tactics frozen due to social distancing, online strategies rose to fame even in those companies that usually preferred a more traditional approach.

Preppr Blog • 15th June 2020

Shopping on Instagram: A New Feature to Get Your Business Back on Track

In 2020, the world slowed down to a halt. People stopped going out, cut their expenses and limited all nonessential activities. As the COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed the world’s behaviour, the economy was shaken to its core and businesses were forced to push the brake pedal.

Preppr Blog • 2nd April 2020

Work From Home, Stay Safe and Be Happy: A Preppr Guide

In these unusual times we’re living, the work from home scenario has become a mandatory reality. At least for the lucky ones who can get emancipated from their offices. With the COVID-19 pandemic escalating worldwide, precautionary measures have fast-forwarded remote work as a norm. For how long? Nobody can say.

Preppr Blog • 18th February 2020

Building an Instagram Social Media Report: From A to Zawesome

A well-crafted Instagram social media report can be the answer to all your prayers. It can prove that a strategy is working (kudos!) or it can signal certain cracks that should be fixed (oops, glad you caught that now!).