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Xpat Community Newsletter, 12 December

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Welcome & thanks for enjoying a moment of inspiration here with fellow Xpats in the Loop!
You're in good company with 1000's of expats + top locals in this cosmopolitan community.

1. First up are five practical articles about Advent Customs & Traditions here:
* Museums Celebrate Advent with 24 Day Program Series around Hungary
* Xpat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
* Which Shops Will Open on Christmas Eve?
* Christmas Day Customs in Hungary

2. As always below there's fresh News, Information & Inspiration, plus Movies & Specials:
E.g. Top Hip Restaurants, Free Travel for Dogs & Bikes on MÁV, Brangelina in Charity Drive Here.

3. Plus you can see a great variety of Events for Xpats - a few examples from our Calendar:
E.g. Fairy Tale Ballet: The Nutcracker, Festive Designer Shopping, Classical Gala Concert: Sisi's Xmas.

We hope you like what's in it for you this week!
Yours with best wishes, Team XpatLoop

Photo Guide: Top Countryside Cities to Celebrate Christmas Here

It’s not just Budapest that's all dressed-up in festive colours & lights right now. During Advent, many folks make the holidays even more magical by traveling in Hungary.

As Christmas approaches, a great number of events await curious expat adventurers. Also, hotels around the country are making the season even more merry with festive offers & activities.

BREAKING | news & more

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First Wave of Acts for Next Sziget Festival Revealed

Top 7 Hip Restaurants in Budapest You Might Not Know Yet

Mega Real-Estate Deal Planned at Budapest's Largest Train Stations

New Photo Exhibition Promotes Adoption of Stray Dogs in Hungary

Brangelina & Chuck Norris Join in Charity Drive for Kids Care Home in Hungary

Concerning Revelation: Every Fifth Hungarian Woman Suffers Physical Violence

"Blackmailers" Failed to Thwart Hungarian Defence Purchase Agency - DefMin

Hungary's Csardas Dance Added to UNESCO's 'Intangible World Heritage' List

Free Travel for Dogs & Bicycles on MAV Trains in Budapest from January

Budapest International Foto Awards Announces the Winners of 2024

Updated: Budapest's Real Problem Is 'No Money', Declares Mayor

Now On: World Swimming Championships in Budapest

New Private Jet Available to Ruling Elite in Hungary

Calendar highlights


	Contemporary Circus: Recirquel Dance Theatre's 'Crystal' Aimed at adults and children alike is the magical world of 'Kristály', where amazing fairy-tale images that are frozen in glistening ice come to life before the eyes of the audience, and with their involvement. Thursday 12 December - Millenáris Budapest
	Fairy Tale Ballet: The Nutcracker The idea for The Nutcracker came from the one-time director of the Tsarist theatre, who wanted to stage a fairy tale ballet that would surpass all that had gone before, both in sound and in spectacle. Friday 13 December - National Dance Theatre Budapest
	Classical Gala Concert: 'Sisi's Christmas' Experience the festive atmosphere of the Viennese Advent Market through this intimate gala concert. Three artists will perform heart-warming songs from iconic roles, along with Christmas melodies perfectly suited to the season. Saturday 14 December - Erkel Theatre Budapest
	Festive Designer Shopping: WAMP Design Fair WAMP is a community space where creators, buyers, young people, families, creative professionals, and curious individuals can meet. It aims to make design accessible, and in a way that can be integrated into everyday life. Sunday 15 December - Eiffel Műhelyház Budapest
	'The Faithless Wife' by Hungarian National Dance Ensemble This full-evening "crime story" of a dance drama takes as its starting point Barcsai's Lover, one of the most estimable of Hungary's balladic treasures. Monday 16 December - Festival Theatre Budapest
	Jazz Concert: Tether Trio This great trio weave together explorative improvisation and melody-driven songs, allowing their music the time needed to breathe, unfold, and claim its required space, we're told. Tuesday 17 December - Opus Jazz Club Budapest
	Sound System Concert: Shantel & Bucovina With their organic mix of South-European & Balkan music with club-friendly electronics, the bands' nights revolutionized the music scene. They integrate Balkan, rock, hip hop & reggae elements... Wednesday 18 December - A38 Ship Budapest

Specials

	Why Choose The British International School Budapest By Mr Ben Turner, Principal, BISB: As a premium British International School you can expect an education that equally values academic, social and personal learning. Academic results for our students consistently exceed global averages - click this headline for more insights.
	Enjoy Festive Offers at Kimpton BEM Budapest Embrace the festive spirit this season with these extraordinary holiday offerings by Kimpton BEM Budapest and AGOS, which all promise to elevate your seasonal celebrations.
	SÉYLI Boutique Unveils Holiday Collection in Special Setting Located in the heart of Pozsonyi Street, Séyli Boutique is not just a store but a lifestyle! Often referred to as a jewelry box, the boutique showcased its special Christmas collection recently during an exclusive fashion show at the cozy, Parisian-style Ida Bistro in Budapest - click this headline to read all about it.
	Festive Season Take-Away & Family Feast at Spago Budapest Indulge in an unparalleled festive experience, crafted by the masterful culinary team at Spago Budapest. Presenting the exquisite Turkey to Go Menu — a true gastronomic celebration that brings the enchantment of fine dining directly to your table.
	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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