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Welcome & thanks for enjoying a moment here, along with fellow friendly Xpats in the Loop!
You're in good company with thousands of expats + top locals in this cosmopolitan community.

1. First-up are 3 fresh Interviews with locals who move in expat related circles:
* Gergely Papp, Head of Events, Mathias Corvinus Collegium Budapest
* Robert Miklós Babirad, Educator & Author of 'Love in Budapest'
* Ildikó Bujáki, Business, Brand & Marketing Strategist

2. Next, as always there's an essential selection of News, Information & Inspiration:
E.g. New Heat Record / Close Ally of PM Quits / Base Rate Up / Team Clean-Up of Tisza.

3. Also there are new Movies in Budapest, fresh Specials, and What's On highlights:
E.g. 'Zam Jam Fest' / Hike to Rám Ravine / Opera Gala / Entertaining MCC Fest Lecture.

Now here's hoping you like what's in it for you.
Yours with best wishes, Team XpatLoop

2,000+ Programmes Near Lake Balaton at 'Valley Of Arts' Fest

Now happening in the picturesque Káli basin, north of Lake Balaton, the annual Valley of Arts festival is putting on over 2,000 programmes at 36 venues this summer.

On until July 31, the festival connects the nearby villages of Kapolcs, Vigántpetend and Taliándörögd through music, theatre, film, contemporary literature, circus & folk dance.

BREAKING | news & more

New Heat Record in Hungary

Specialist Warns of Covid Revival in Hungary

Watch: Close Ally of Orbán Quits Over 'Pure Nazi' Speech

Photos: Pride March Held in Budapest, Demonstrators Shout Abuse

Updated: Aug 20 Fireworks Cancelled in Multiple Hungarian Locales

Special Team Clean-Up of River Tisza in Hungary from 29 July to 7 August

Base Rate Raised Again by Central Bank in Hungary - Extraordinary Measures Explained

NAV Launches New Online Platform for Clients in Hungary, Inc. English Version

Public Water Works at Brink of Collapse in Hungary, Claims Opposition LMP

Easier Validation of Digital Tickets on 4 & 6 Tram in Budapest

Survey: 91% of Locals Say Corruption in Hungary Has Grown

3 Great Aerated Hungarian Sparkling Wines for Summer

Hungarian Opinion: New Energy Tariffs Announced

Video: 'Ozora Festival', Dádpuszta, 1 - 7 August

Google Wallet Enters Hungary

Calendar highlights


	'Zam Jam Fest' International acts like 'Kool and the Gang' and 'Shaggy' will perform at this new Balaton festival, which also features fine arts, gastro delights, children's programs and literature in several locations in Zamárdi over 3 days. 28 to 30 July - Zamárdi
	'What Is The Purpose of Life?' Lecture @ MCC Fest William Dalrymple, one of Britain's key historians, David R. Hodge PhD. Professor at Arizona State University, and award winning novelist Tibor Fischer will discuss the question puzzling humanity for centuries. 29 July - Esztergom
	Hiking to Rám Ravine Rám-szakadék in Hungarian is likely the most adventurous trail in Hungary, located in the Visegrádi mountains between Dömös and Dobogókő, which are connected by a 7-km-long trail with around 1 km in the gorge itself. 30 July - Meet at Pilisszentkereszt
	Bagossy Brothers Company Concert at 'Valley of Arts Festival' With energetic audience-oriented concerts, they are one of the most popular concert bands in Hungary, and also in Transylvania and in the entire Carpathian Basin! 31 July - Kapolcs
	Resident DJ's Night is Free On Mondays the entry is free at this popular entertainment hub for many expats. Ana NasMan plays Hip Hop / R’nB / Reggaeton on even weeks, while Mooger plays R’nB / EDM / Techno on odd weeks. 1 August - Instant-Fogas Complex Budapest
	Opera Gala with Aida Garifullina Every summer opera lovers are invited to a special open-air gala. This year the star is, "Beautiful soprano Aida Garifullina, who is known simply as 'the songbird from Kazan with the world at her feet'. 2 August - Margaret Island Open-Air Theatre
	'Hot Spot DJ's on the Danube' They play every Wednesday at the A38's Terrace, where you can hang-out and enjoy cold drinks and hot tunes brought you by 'nextlevelbudapest'. 3 August - A38 Ship Budapest

Specials

	FirstMed Doctor Spotlight: Dr. Lilla Hárdi, Psychiatrist Since opening in 1999, FirstMed has become the leading provider of private English-speaking family practice, women’s health, pediatric, and specialist medical services in Budapest. Click this headline for an insightful interview with one of the highly-qualified and dedicated doctors there.
	B+N Wins Contract to Clean Volánbusz Vehicles The assignment includes the cleaning of the properties (traveller and operational areas) and vehicles of Volánbusz, snow removal and de-icing in winter, and more. Regular facility cleaning activities include basic and deep cleaning as well as the provision of hygienic materials.
	WhiskyNet Insight: Gin Mare - Mediterranean to the Core Many agree that we are fortunate that gin & tonic is one of the most popular drinks in Hungary, shelves of bars & stores are packed with countless new gins, so which to buy? To help with this dilemma, here's one for every gin lover to try!
	Are You Missing UK TV In Hungary? Here's Your Solution! This TV service for expats in Hungary provided by fellow expat Jerry gives you all UK channels, plus stations from 38 other counties including a wide range from Europe, USA, Canada, South America, plus films and box-sets.
	Job Opportunity: Management Assistant @ XpatLoop.com We're growing and so hiring an assistant: the successful candidate will work with and support the Managing Director of XpatLoop.com - the main responsibilities and requirements of this key member of the team are summarised in this article, along with next steps.

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