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The Great American Tour 17th April - 1st May 2023 TO THE BLOG POST Flights Accomodation 17th April 2023 Morning flight LH1661 from Timișoara to Munich Flight LH410 from Munich to New York JFK Arrived at JFK at 3.30 pm Private transfer to the hotel Visited Top of the Rock (by night) Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown 18th April 2023 Ferry from Battery Park to Statue of Liberty (24 USD per person) Visited Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration New York Stock Exchange (Wall Street) 9/11 Memorial Central Park Times Square Grand Central Terminal Rockefeller Center Empire Fulton Ferry (Dumbo) Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown 19th April 2023 9.50 am: Train from New York Penn Station to Boston South Station (4h 20 min) Arrived in Boston at 2.10 pm Public Garden & Boston Common Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Boston Waterfront Stayed at Seaport Hotel Boston 20th April 2023 Visited Cambridge, including Harvard University Campus, Harvard Statue, Harvard Law, Business, and Medical Schools Boston Public Library Beacon Hill Massachusetts State House Boston City Hall Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Rowes Wharf Stayed at Seaport Hotel Boston 21st April 2023 Taxi to Boston Logan Airport Flight DL5619 from Boston to Philadelphia Arrived in Philadelphia at 4 pm Train transfer to the hotel Logan Square, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Franklin Institute, JFK Plaza, Philadelphia City Hall Stayed at The Windsor Suites Philadelphia 22nd April 2023 Independence Hall 4.35 pm: Train from Philadelphia to Washington DC (2h) Arrived in Washington DC at 6.35 pm Washington Monument Stayed at Hyatt House Washington DC/ The Wharf 23rd April 2023 US Capitol National Mall National Archives The White House Lincoln Memorial Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Thomas Jefferson Memorial US Capitol by night Stayed at Hyatt House Washington DC/ The Wharf 24th April 2023 Flight B623 from Washington DCA to Orlando Arrived in Orlando at 4.45 pm Taxi transfer to the hotel Visited Disneyland Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando 25th April 2023 8 am: Bus pickup for Kennedy Space Center Toured Kennedy Space Center, Atlantis and Apollo/Saturn V Exhibitions 3 pm: Returned to Orlando Visited Universal Park Orlando Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando 26th April 2023 4.30 am: Taxi to the airport Early morning flight UA782 from Orlando to Houston Flight UA1913 from Houston to Las Vegas Arrived in Las Vegas at 1 pm Taxi transfer to the hotel 7 pm: "O" by Cirque du Soleil (1h 45 min) Explored Las Vegas Strip by night Stayed at Bellagio Las Vegas 27th April 2023 4 am: Bus pickup for Horseshoe Bend Arrived at Horseshoe Bend at 9.30 am, explored for 45 min 11 am: Antelope Canyon X tour with local guides 1 pm: Departed Antelope Canyon X 3 pm: Arrived at Grand Canyon South Rim Visited view points at Grand Canyon South Rim Stopped at Route 66 Shield in Seligman, AZ Returned to Las Vegas at 8.30 pm Saw Bellagio Fountains and Fremont Street Experience Stayed at Bellagio Las Vegas 28th April 2023 Flight AS733 from Las Vegas to Seattle Arrived in Seattle at 7 pm (flight delayed 2 hours) Taxi transfer to the hotel Stayed at Crowne Plaza Seattle 29th April 2023 Visited the Original Starbucks Boeing Future of Flight tour Chihuly Garden and Glass Climbed the Space Needle Seattle Kerry Park viewpoint Stayed at Crowne Plaza Seattle 30th April 2023 4 am: Departed for Seattle airport by taxi Early morning flight UA2375 from Seattle to Chicago 5-hour layover in Chicago (stayed in the airport due to bad weather) Overnight flight UA963 from Chicago to Munich 1st May 2023 Arrived in Munich at 10 am Flight LH1656 from Munich to Timișoara Arrived home at 1.30 pm

"P4PRO - Perfect for Pictures Romania" is where our shared adventures unfold. As Philip, Ariana, and Briana, we bring to life stories of how travel profoundly deepens friendships and enriches our souls. The website captures a tapestry of experiences, showcasing the emotional and spiritual bonds developed through our journeys. It's a testament to the indelible impact of travel on our lives, illustrating how each destination we explore further cements our friendship! Wandering Souls HON - Project ✈️ Follow our story to Lufthansa HON Circle Status! OUR STORIES 40 Countries Visited Together 6 Continents Visited 89 Total Countries Visited 183 Days traveled together since 2022 Recent Posts One Dream. Many miles to go: Lufthansa HON Circle Status Philip Ioan Zaharie May 5, 2025 3 min read Hanseatic Heritage Philip Ioan Zaharie Apr 4, 2024 8 min read Between the Thundering Falls and Serene Shores Philip Ioan Zaharie Mar 6, 2024 19 min read Whispers of the North Philip Ioan Zaharie Dec 14, 2023 7 min read Under the Tuscan Sky Philip Ioan Zaharie Nov 12, 2023 8 min read The Rockies, the Andes and the Caribbean Dreams Philip Ioan Zaharie Sep 17, 2023 15 min read

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About Us Wandering Souls Here is where our shared adventures unfold. As Philip, Ariana, and Briana, we bring to life stories of how travel profoundly deepens friendships and enriches our souls. Our website captures a tapestry of experiences, showcasing the emotional and spiritual bonds developed through our journeys. It's a testament to the indelible impact of travel on our lives, illustrating how each destination we explore further cements our friendship and leaves lasting impressions on our souls. The Story In the midst of the teenager's turmoil, three friends led by fate started to provide purpose to life. They embarked on a journey to discover the glories of life's transitory existence, learn more about the world's mesmerising civilizations, and let the planet's pristine air soothe their spirits. Discovering what friendship means they started leaving shreds of their souls everywhere they went whether it was in Iceland, the land of the midnight sun and northern lights, Cappadocia, the place where hot air balloon paint the sky in burning colours or the Atacama desert, where astronomers gather to peer at the sky. In their travels, they found that the world was a tapestry of wonders waiting to be explored. In Iceland, the land of the midnight sun and northern lights, they marveled at the ethereal beauty of the Arctic skies, where stars danced in the polar night. In Cappadocia, they soared high above the otherworldly landscape in hot air balloons, painting the dawn sky with vibrant hues, feeling like they were part of a dream. And in the Atacama Desert, they gazed upon the heavens with awe, as astronomers gathered to peer into the depths of the universe. The pristine air of this barren expanse seemed to carry the secrets of the cosmos, and they felt a profound connection to the mysteries of the night sky. But it wasn't just the places they visited that left an indelible mark on their souls; it was the friendship they cultivated along the way. Through laughter and challenges, they discovered the true meaning of companionship, leaving pieces of their souls in each other's hearts. As they continued their journey, they realized that life's glories were not just in the destinations they reached but also in the bonds they forged and the memories they created. And so, they carried their shared experiences, like shreds of their souls, as treasures that illuminated their path through the transient beauty of existence. Meet The Team Philip Zaharie Born March 25, 2005 in Timișoara Flight Map Visited Countries (86) Ariana Mîndru Born November 3, 2005 in Timișoara Flight map Visited Countries Briana Paraschiv Born February 19, 2005 in Timișoara Flight map Visited countries

Cappadoica Up Close 9th - 13th April 2023 TO THE BLOG POST Flights Accomodation 9th April 2023 Flight RO608 from Timișoara to Bucharest Arrived in Bucharest at 8 pm Stayed at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel 10th April 2023 Morning flight TK1044 from Bucharest to Istanbul Flight TK2012 from Istanbul to Kayseri Private van transfer from Kayseri airport to Nevșehir (1h) Arrived in Nevșehir at 3.30 pm 4 pm: Sunset Horse Trek (Cavusin, Rose Valley, Red Valley) Stayed at Ramada by Wyndham Nevșehir 11th April 2023 4 am: Hot air balloon flight at sunrise (1 hour) Visited Pigeonniers troglodytes and Pancarlık Church Ortahisar Panorama and Sword Valley Love Valley (Aşk Vadisi) ATV tour through Sword Valley (1 hour, caught in rain) Dinner in Göreme Stayed at Ramada by Wyndham Nevșehir 12th April 2023 Kaymakli Underground City Evil Eye Tree Uçhisar and Göreme Panorama Göreme Open Air Museum Devrent Valley Dinner in Uçhisar Stayed at Ramada by Wyndham Nevșehir 13th April 2023 6 am: Transfer to Kayseri airport Morning flight TK2011 from Kayseri to Istanbul Layover in Istanbul with visits to Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, and Sarayburnu Parkı Flight TK2045 from Istanbul to Bucharest Flight RO609 from Bucharest to Timișoara Activities Links: Cappadocia: Goreme Hot Air Balloon Flight Tour at Sunrise Cappadocia: Sunset Horse Trek Through the Valleys

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HON - Project Hi, we’re Briana & Philip – welcome to P4PRO! We’re two students from Romania, currently based in Tucson, Arizona, and passionate about discovering the world through meaningful experiences. On p4pro.org, we share honest travel stories, cultural insights, and personal reflections from our adventures. Right now, we’re chasing a bold goal: earning Lufthansa HON Circle status while documenting every mile along the way. If you’d like to support our journey, help cover a flight, or simply cheer us on — you’re in the right place. Thank you for being part of this with us. – Briana & Philip WHAT WOULD YOU WISH FOR IF YOU DARED TO DREAM? Friendship, an anchor for souls tuned to the adventure of life! Ask yourself: what’s that one thing you’ve always wanted but never said out loud? The kind of dream that lights something inside you, even when life gets busy. For us, it’s this: To keep discovering the world—together—and to do it with purpose. And right now, we’re chasing a goal that reflects everything we love about aviation, loyalty, and travel: Lufthansa HON Circle status. Briana "I’ve always dreamed of bringing smiles to those in pain. Becoming a doctor has been my calling—a path where gentle hands bring healing and hope. But deep inside, there’s another pulse that’s kept me awake at night: the unshakable desire to see the world. Travel has always been the breath that gives me life. And so, I decided to follow both dreams—to heal others, while healing myself. Today, I’m studying medicine in Arizona, U.S., and this is just the beginning of my journey toward fulfillment." Philip "I’ve explored 85 countries—and that’s just the beginning. Travel isn’t just my passion; it’s part of my identity. My love for aviation led me to become a certified pilot, and now, I’m continuing my journey as a business student in the U.S. The thrill of exploring new cultures, the hum of a jet engine, the joy of a new destination—these are the things that make my heart beat. Travel will always be at the core of who I am." What is Lufthansa HON Circle Status? HON Circle is Lufthansa’s highest status level within the Miles & More program. To qualify, you need to earn 6,000 HON Circle Points—only possible by flying Business Class or First Class on Lufthansa Group airlines (like SWISS, Austrian, or Lufthansa itself). This status unlocks not just lounges and upgrades, but also priority treatment, better flight protection during delays, and entry into Lufthansa’s exclusive HON world. It’s something usually earned by frequent business travelers. We’re just two full-time students chasing the same dream—with determination, a love for flying, and a plan. Why we’re chasing Lufthansa HON Circle Status as students? For us, travel isn’t just movement—it’s meaning, it’s momentum, it’s who we are. It’s the way we’ve built our friendship, discovered the world, and shaped who we’re becoming. While we continue studying full-time in Arizona, we want to spend this summer flying across the globe to document our travels and earn HON Circle status by the end of 2025. But more than that—we want to show what’s possible when you turn passion into action, even without a corporate budget behind you. And this is where you can be part of the story. Supporter Rewards – Join the Journey We’re inviting our community to support our goal—and be part of our journey. Whether you’re passionate about aviation, inspired by stories like ours, or simply want to follow two determined students around the world, here’s how you can help: • $1 – A “Thank You!” note from us • $5 – A thank-you note + a travel photo from the journey • $10 – Your name listed on our Supporter Wall on p4pro.org • $30 – A custom-designed digital postcard • $50 – A real postcard mailed from the road • $100 – A 20-minute Zoom with us: ask us anything about flying, studying abroad, or traveling smart • $200 – A custom trip plan made by us—pick a place, we’ll help you plan it And if you’d like to support us with more, we’ll make sure to thank you in a personal and meaningful way. Support us on Ko-Fi!

Canada's Natural Treasures 21st August - 1st September 2022 TO THE BLOG POST Flights Accomodation 21st August 2022 10 am - Transfer (car) from Timișoara to Budapest (3 hours) Flight LX2255 from Budapest to Zurich Flight WK24 from Zurich to Calgary Arrival in Calgary at 8 pm Car rental Accommodation: Marriott Downtown Calgary 22nd August 2022 10 am: Calgary Free Walking Tour (3h) Downtown Calgary Central Library Calgary Tower (climb) Discover Heritage Park Stay at Marriott Downtown Calgary 23rd August 2022 9 am: Departure from Calgary by car 1 hour drive to Jura Creek (88 km) 4h 30 drive to Maligne Lake (375 km) 1h 30 cruise on Maligne Lake 40 min drive to Maligne Canyon (38 km) Stay at Miette Mountain Cabins Jasper 24th August 2022 6:30 am: Departure to Edith Cavell Trail Edith Cavell Meadows Trail: 6-7km hike (3h 30) 1 hour drive to Sunwapta Falls 24km drive to Athabasca Falls 1 hour drive to Athabasca Glacier (74 km) 3:30 pm: Athabasca Glacier tour + skywalk Stay at Baker Creek Mountain Resort (near Banff) 25th August 2022 Visited Emerald Lake Explored Takkakaw Falls Enjoyed Sunset at Lake Louise Saw Vermilion Lakes Stayed at Baker Creek Mountain Resort (near Banff) 26th August 2022 Lake Moraine Lake Louise Banff Gondola Tour of Banff Stayed at Baker Creek Mountain Resort (near Banff) 27th August 2022 Visited Golden Sky Bridge Explored Mount Revelstoke National Park Traveled to Kelowna Stayed at The Royal Kelowna - Bellstar 28th August 2022 4h 30 drive to Vancouver (390 km) Stayed at The Sutton Place Vancouver 29th August 2022 Participated in a free walking tour Visited Gastown Saw Gastown Steam Clock Explored the Waterfront Visited Vancouver Public Library, Central Library Experienced FlyOver Canada (immersive journey showcasing global sights) Went to Canada Place Stayed at The Sutton Place Vancouver 30th August 2022 9 am: Took Victoria ferry from Tsawwassen (1h 35m ride) 2 hour drive to Botanical Beach (114 km) Explored Botanical Beach Visited Sombrio Beach Spent time in Victoria 9 pm: Victoria ferry back to Vancouver Stayed at The Sutton Place Vancouver 31st August 2022 40-minute seaplane ride in Vancouver Overnight flight LH477 from Vancouver to Munich 1st September 2022 Arrived in Munich at 1:15 pm Visited Marienplatz in Munich Went for lunch to Hofbräuhaus Evening flight LH1660 from Munich to Timișoara Restaurants to try The KEG Steakhouse

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Exploring History's Trail: 3 Days in Madrid and Toledo 8th - 11th September 2022 TO THE BLOG POST Flights Accomodation 21st August 2022 Transfer (car) from Timișoara to Vienna city centre: 550km, approx. 5h Visit Hofburg , Vienna Train from Vienna city centre to Airport: CAT City Airport Train, 14.5 EUR/pax Flight OS155 from Vienna to Düsseldorf Flight EW9280 from Düsseldorf to Keflavik Transfer (bus) from Keflavik Airport to Downtown Reykjavik: Airport Direct, approx. 28 EUR/pax Accommodation: Center Hotels Klopp, Reykjavik 22nd August 2022 Stroll through Downtown Reykjavik. Tour of Hallgrímskirkja. Viewing of the Leifr Eiricsson Statue. Whale Watching excursion at 1pm (Duration: 3 hours, Cost: Approximately 100 EUR per person Visit to Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre. Exploration of the Sun Voyager sculpture. Visit to Alþingishúsið, the Icelandic Parliament. Leisurely visit to Tjörnin to observe the ducks. Overnight accommodation at Center Hotels Klopp, Reykjavik. 23rd August 2022 7:30 am: Bus pick-up for the tour. First stop at Skógafoss Waterfall. Visit to Vik, Víkurfjara black sand beach (15 minutes). Exploration of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon (1 hour). Visit to Eystri-Fellsfjara / Diamond Beach (15 minutes). Stop at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. Return to Reykjavik around 10pm. Overnight accommodation at Center Hotels Klopp, Reykjavik. 24th August 2022 9 am: Bus pick-up for the tour. Visit Þingvellir National Park (Tectonic-plate boundary). Exploration of Strokkur Geyser. Visit Gullfoss Waterfall. Tour of Kerið Crater. Relaxation time at Blue Lagoon. Return to Reykjavik around 8 pm. Viewing of the Sun Voyager sculpture at sunset (11 pm). Overnight accommodation at Center Hotels Klopp, Reykjavik. 25th August 2022 7:30 am: Bus transfer from the hotel to Keflavik airport. Morning flight FI334 from Keflavik to Bergen. Transfer to the hotel in Bergen by tram: 40 NOK per person (approximately 3.5 EUR). Visit Ulriken via cable car: 365 NOK per person for a round trip (alternative: climb th e steps - 1333). Explore Mount Fløyen: Option to use the Fløibahn for a 6-minute ride (120 NOK per person round trip) or walk (altitude difference: 320m). Stroll through Bryggen, the historic wharf area. Visit Mariakirken, a historic church in Bergen. See Torgallmenningen and the Sailor's Monument (Sjøfartsmonumentet). Walk through Byparken and view the Edvard Grieg Statue. Leisurely visit to Lille Lungegårdsvannet. Overnight accommodation at Scandic Ørnen, Bergen. 26th August 2022 8 am: Bus pick-up for the guided tour and fjord cruise to Nærøyfjorden, Flåm, and Stegastein viewpoint (full-day tour by bus and boat, 183 EUR per person). Visit to Voss, near Seimsvatnet. Stop at Tvindefossen Waterfall. Myrkdalen Viewpoint, with a unique summer snow experience. Visit to Stalheim. Exploration of Flåm. 2-hour cruise in an electric boat from Flåm through Sognefjord, including Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord. Return to Bergen at 7 pm. Overnight accommodation at Scandic Ørnen, Bergen. 27th August 2022 Visit Bergen Domkirke (Bergen Cathedral). Explore Johanneskirke (St. John's Church). Tour the University of Bergen. Transfer to the airport by tram. Evening flight WN1704 from Bergen to Nice. Tram transfer to the hotel in Nice. Overnight accommodation at Best Western Plus Nice Cosy Hotel. 28th August 2022 9 am: Bus picked us up for the full-day Highlights Côte d’Azur tour (75 EUR per person). Visited Panorama du Mont-Boron for breathtaking views. Stopped at Villefranche-sur-Mer for a scenic viewpoint. Toured Eze, including a visit to a perfume factory. Explored the Prince's Palace of Monaco (Le Palais Princier de Monaco). Enjoyed the Harbour Viewpoint in Monaco. Visited Casino de Monte-Carlo. Toured Saint Nicholas Cathedral (Cathédrale de Monaco). Strolled around Port Hercule in Monaco. Visited Antibes, known for its Old Town and marina. Explored Cannes, famous for its film festival. Saw the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes (Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes). Visited Place Massena in Nice. Walked along the Promenade des Anglais. Stayed overnight at Best Western Plus Nice Cosy Hotel. 29th August 2022 9:30 am: Took a train to Monaco, deciding to revisit as the previous day's tour didn't allow for enough time there. Explored Casino de Monte-Carlo. Experienced the thrill of the Formula 1 - Monaco Grand Prix circuit. 1 pm: Returned from Monaco to Nice. 3 pm: Took a train from Nice Ville to Marseille St. Charles (journey time: 2 hours 40 minutes). Visited Vieux Port in Marseille. Stayed overnight at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port. 30th August 2022 Visited Notre Dame de la Garde, a famous basilica and iconic symbol of Marseille. Enjoyed La Corniche Kennedy at sunset, experiencing the beautiful coastal views. Stayed overnight at Novotel Marseille Vieux Port. 31st August 2022 11:30 am: TGV from Marseille St. Charles to Paris Gare de Lyon (approximately 4 hours). Took a taxi to Esplanade du Trocadéro for a brief photo stop with a view of the Eiffel Tower, then continued to Orly Airport. Boarded overnight flight BF700 from Paris Orly to St. Denis, Reunion. 1st September 2022 Arrived in St. Denis Roland Garros Airport at 9 am. Private transfer to the hotel (1 hour journey). Spent time relaxing after the journey. Stayed overnight at LUX Saint Gilles. Excursions Links: Keflavik Airport & Reykjavik Hotels: Economy Bus Transfer Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour