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Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful. More >>
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MOL Bubi Bike-Sharing Back in Operation
Bike-sharing service MOL Bubi is back in operation as of Thursday. New bikes were given a face lift, made lighter and more modern. Furthermore, the entirely revamped system is cheaper and easier too.
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Changes to Covid Rules Revealed for After 5 Million Inoculated
The number inoculated against Covid-19 in Hungary is expected to exceed 5 million this weekend, and at that point the night curfew and mandatory mask wearing in public spaces rules will be lifted, along with other changes announced by PM Orbán this morning.
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Hospital Visiting Ban to be Partially Lifted from Monday, 23 May
Hungary will partially lift a ban on hospital visits from Monday, the chief medical officer has said.
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Hungary to Invalidate Immunity Cards of People Who Skip Second Covid Shot
Most services in Hungary reopened on the first of May, but only people with an immunity card can use them. As these cards are automatically given after getting the first dose of the Covid vaccine, many people are deciding to skip their second shot.
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Travel To Austria Now Easier From Hungary
Austria has listed Hungary among the countries with a low incidence of coronavirus infections, the operative body responsible for handling the epidemic in Hungary said.
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Insurers Say Covid Jab Not A Disqualifying Factor In Life Insurance Policies
The Covid-19 vaccine does not disqualify applicants from getting life insurance, the Association of Hungarian Insurers (Mabisz) said.
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Gala Concert & Dinner: 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 30 December
The 29th music @ wine celebration has already become a tradition, where every year on December 30, the world’s one and only 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra gives a grand gala concert. 100 musicians play at the same time on the grand concert, performing popular melodious tunes while the audience is tasting selected outstanding wines of Hungarian wineries.
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Holidays Poured into a Cocktail at The Duchess Bar in Budapest
The festive season is traditionally the time for exceptional flavors and remarkable drinks. This is when noble wines, rich sweetness and celebratory aromas take center stage. Few wine regions embody these qualities as perfectly as Tokaj.
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VIBE Budapest Celebrates Its 1st Anniversary on December 20th
VIBE Budapest, the city’s modern dining-meets-entertainment hotspot, is celebrating its 1st anniversary on December 20, marking a full year of transformation, expansion and remarkable growth. In just twelve months, the venue has become one of Budapest’s most distinctive and internationally minded places, a favourite among locals, visitors and the expat community alike.
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