I am so happy to read your recent experiences on the Ullur and the Passage to Eastern Europe! We will be doing the cruise in November 7 startng with a hotel stay Bucharest.(JW Marriot). We plan to say a few days "on our own" and wonder if we should stay near the Parliament or in the Old town area. We have been reaearching restaurants, cafes, hotels and of course sights to see and experience. Any suggestions for Bucharest? We have been to Budapest a few times and can not wait to experience the area again!