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    A surge in demand for flights to and from the western Balaton region has brought a marked revival in activity at Sármellék, with the airport already handling twice as many travellers this year as it did throughout the whole of 2025. More >>

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  • Update: Budapest-Belgrade Rail Line Infrastructure 'Fully Complete' - MAV CEO

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    • 5 Oct 2026 5:57 AM

    Infrastructure on the Hungarian stretch of the upgraded Budapest-Belgrade rail line is "fully complete", Zsolt Hegyi, the CEO of state-owned MAV group, said in a message on social media.

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    Excessive Night Flights at Budapest Airport Breach Registrations

    • 2 Oct 2026 11:36 AM

    The Transport and Investment Ministry has set up a working group because of complaints over noise levels at night resulting from excessive air traffic at Liszt Ferenc International airport, 24.hu reported.

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  • Tourism Slips in Hungary as Foreign Visitor Numbers Plunge

    Tourism Slips in Hungary as Foreign Visitor Numbers Plunge

    • 1 Oct 2026 6:01 AM

    The number of guest nights at commercial and private tourism accommodations in Hungary fell 5.8pc year-on-year to 6,916,000 in August, data released by the Central Statistics Office (KSH) on Wednesday, 30 September show.

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    From Wine Tours to Treasure Hunts: Hungary Celebrates World Tourism Day

    • 24 Sep 2026 7:05 AM

    Hungary is rolling out the red carpet for World Tourism Day, with nearly 100 special events across 57 Tourinform offices from Alsóőrs to Zsámbék between Sept 21 and 30. Whether you are a foodie, a history buff or an adventure seeker, there is something for everyone in this year's Visit Hungary line-up.

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  • 12 Hotels in Hungary Awarded Coveted Michelin Keys

    12 Hotels in Hungary Awarded Coveted Michelin Keys

    • 21 Sep 2026 7:09 AM

    A dozen properties across the country have earned recognition in the 2026 Michelin Key selection, with two Budapest hotels receiving Two Keys and ten others awarded One Key. The two hotels awarded Two Keys are Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest and Matild Palace.

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