Valencia’s tourism boom is an undeniable reality. We see it on the city’s streets, in stores, and on public transportation… Valencia is all the rage, and visitor numbers have continued to grow steadily since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted—back in 2021, which now seems like a distant memory.
Valencia Airport set an all-time passenger record last year : nearly 12 million passengers in 2025. Forecasts and data from the first half of the year indicate that these figures will rise again by about 8.5% in 2026, even though the airport has a capacity of about 10.5 million passengers (according to figures from the Ministry of Transportation).
In any case, the opening of WizzAir’s new operational hub in Valencia is already scheduled for November of this year, and with it will come new domestic and international connections. Among them is a brand-new flight route to Brasov, Romania’s most beautiful city.
But that won’t be the only new route, as the airline has announced that, starting December 17, Valencia will have three direct weekly flights to Chisinau, the capital of Moldova.
Chisinau, Europe’s greenest city
Moldova, like most Eastern European countries, is still an unknown destination for most Spaniards, but no less interesting for that. Chisinau is a city that—even though many are hearing its name for the first time—is famous for being one of Europe’s greenest capitals and for its cultural and historical heritage.
The Moldovan capital may not have the artistic and architectural heritage of cities like Paris or Rome, but it’s fascinating to wander its streets and observe the contrast between the 19th-century neoclassical monuments and the austerity of the Soviet-era Brutalist buildings.
Among the must-see sights in Chisinau are the Cathedral of the Nativity, the Arch of Triumph, and the Ciuflea Monastery. You also shouldn’t miss the chance to stroll through its beautiful parks, such as Valea Morilor, which is one of the many examples that show why the city is also known as “the city of white stone.”
Although it may seem surprising coming from Spain, we recommend trying their wine, as Moldova produces several high-quality varieties, and, of course, taking the opportunity to experience the everyday culture and cuisine ( mămăligă, sarmale, and zeamă soup are their signature dishes) of one of Europe’s least-known destinations.
