Our modern history tour continues with a stop in Bucharest. We'll be experience the history of the capital on a guided city walking tour and discover what life was like during the communist regime. This includes a visit to Ceausescu Villa, the grand former residence of Romania's last dictator.

Of course, a trip to Romania wouldn't be complete without a side trip to Transylvania to see Bran Castle, better known as Dracula's castle. The twins are particularly excited to learn more about the infamous Vlad the Impaler.

Iași is a city in the country's east, near the border with Moldova. Home to the oldest university in Romania, it's been a cultural and political hub since the 15th century. It's also where my family resided. Our trip here will be all about digging into that history a little deeper and trying to uncover family secrets hidden for decades.