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Utilities Bills to be Frozen in Hungary this Month
The government will freeze household utilities bills in January amid the extreme cold, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in a message on Facebook.
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New Support Plan for Restaurants in Hungary Unveiled - Worth HUF 100 Billion
A HUF 100bn action plan for restaurants is coming, the government announced in a post on social media. According to information, representative functions related to restaurant services will be tax-free, the tourism development contribution will be reduced, and favourable taxation of the service charge will be expanded.
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Top 3 + 1 Hot Chocolate Spots Worth Trying in Budapest
Our friends at WeLoveBudapest.com have rounded up 3+1 favourite places for hot chocolate lovers, where they say warming up is part of the experience.
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Central European Fashion Week in Budapest, 9 - 15 February
Budapest will once again take centre stage in Central European fashion when Budapest Central European Fashion Week (BCEFW) returns from 9–15 February 2026. Now in its 17th edition, the event brings together leading designers from Hungary and across the region to present their Autumn/Winter 2026–2027 collections.
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New Half Price Toll Pass for M1 in Hungary
A new type of motorway vignette is set to make commuting on the M1 significantly cheaper — but many drivers are still paying more than they need to. Experts are warning motorists not to buy toll passes out of habit, as major changes to Hungary’s toll system come into effect in 2026.
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Special Events for Valentine's Day in Budapest at Palace of Arts
Entertaining Valentine's Day programs await visitors on February 14th as part of the new Valentine+ initiative offered by Müpa.
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Interviews
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Ágnes Németh, Founder, Editor in Chief, Hungarianwines.eu
Ágnes is a journalist, wine writer, “creator” and tour guide. She has run Hungarianwines.eu, the only constantly updated English language online magazine about Hungarian wines for 10 years.
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WhiskyNet Insight: Kilchoman European Tour 2026 - Europe’s Biggest Whisky Journey Arrives with a World-First Release
For lovers of peated whisky, the name Kilchoman needs little introduction. Rooted in tradition yet driven by innovation, this Islay distillery has become one of the most respected names in modern Scotch whisky. In 2026, Kilchoman is once again making history with its biggest European Tour to date, while also unveiling a truly groundbreaking release: the first ever fully Mezcal Cask Matured Kilchoman whisky.
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Early Years Stay & Play Morning at The British International School Budapest, 27 February
Join in to experience BISB's play based teaching and learning provision in their purpose built Early Years centre, meet their academic leadership team, and the exceptional and caring Early Years teaching staff. You will have an opportunity for a Q & A session with the Head of Primary and the Admissions team about how a BISB education will benefit your children and prepare them for successful futures.
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Smart Travel: New Corporate Program for Companies with EVA Air
Ready to start smart travel? BIZFAM: the new corporate program of EVA Air dedicated to companies.
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