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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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IHG to Open Kimpton Hotel on Bem Tér in Budapest
IHG Hotels & Resorts will open its first Kimpton hotel in Hungary on the site of the former Radeczky garrison on Bem tér in Buda, the chain announced yesterday after signing a contract with hotel developer Market Asset Management, a subsidiary of construction company Market Építő.
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Budapest Small in the World, Too Big For Hungary, Says Governor of Central Bank
György Matolcsy, the governor of Hungary’s central bank, has argued in an op-ed for magyarnemzet.hu that changes are needed to the way the country narrows the gap with more developed countries.
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Budapest City Hall Car Park to be Turned Into Green Space
The gravel car park at the rear of Budapest city hall is to be converted into a green space open to the public, mayor Gergely Karácsony told a press conference on Monday afternoon.
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Gross Savings Rate in Hungary Below EU Average
The gross savings rate, the proportion of savings in relation to gross earnings, was 15.1% in Hungary in 2020, well below the EU average of 18.3%, leaving the country 18th among the EU27, Portfolio writes.
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Hungary Safe From Power Failures, Say Fidesz MEP
Hungary is safe from the power cuts threatening Southern and Western Europe as a consequence of the energy crisis gripping the continent, a Fidesz MEP told public radio.
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PM Orbán: Vaccine Only Defence Against Covid
No protective measure can shield people from contracting the coronavirus, only the vaccine can, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in a regular interview with public broadcaster Kossuth Rádió.
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Agnes Szikra, Artist & Art Instructor in Budapest
Agnes is a Budapest-born and based artist whose painting practice is complemented by several years of dedicated work as an art instructor.
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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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Festive Feasts at Corinthia Budapest
The season takes centre stage at Corinthia Budapest, where every dining experience is a celebration of flavour and artistry.
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