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Xpat Community Newsletter, 5 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 three Fresh Interviews with interesting Xpats you may know, or want to know:
* Darin Nijpasin, Owner, Massage Therapist & Healer, Miracle Thai Massage Salon Budapest,
* Gergely Blaske, Deputy General Manager, Mövenpick BalaLand Resort Lake Balaton,
* Barbara Eötvös, Regulatory & Public Affairs Director, DHL Express Europe.

2. As always below there's fresh News, Information & Inspiration, plus Movies & Specials:
E.g. Why Chain Bridge Turned Red, Buda Castle Ice Skating, New Hungary Airline Takes Off.

3. Plus you can see a great variety of Events for Xpats - a few examples from our Calendar:
E.g. Faithless Gig, Argentine Tango Theatre, Award‐Winning Organ Music, Nutcracker Ballet.

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

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Calendar highlights

Organ Concert: Award‐Winning Miklós Teleki

Budapest's Basilica is one of the most impressive buildings in town, and here's an opportunity to visit and discover the spectacular sound of the church's organ in a performance featuring award‐winning organist Miklos Teleki.

Thursday 5 December - St. Stephen's Basilica Budapest

Electronic Music Pioneers: Faithless Concert

This British band’s cultural significance is unparalleled - leading the charge of dance acts cutting through on a global level. Now get ready as they're returning to Hungary after a 14 year break.

Friday 6 December - Barba Negra Red Stage Budapest

Classical Ballet: Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker

This is Christmas staple worldwide, and likewise at the local opera house. In 2015, a refreshed production debuted, honoring its legacy while blending classical ballet with modern dance & design for today’s audiences.

Saturday 7 December - Hungarian State Opera in Budapest

Christmas & Anniversary Concert

The English community at Basilica is 8 years old, they have come a long way from the first Mass, and now, to show their gratitude, they have an annual Christmas and anniversary concert to celebrate with you.

Sunday 8 December - St Stephen Basilica Budapest

Classical Concert by Budapest Festival Orchestra

On the programme are two works by Sibelius: the first he wrote for a play, and then his Seventh Symphony.

Monday 9 December - National Concert Hall in Budapest

Argentine Tango Dance Theatre: Body-Soul-Tango

"It takes all sorts to make a world. Both Physically and Spiritually. How well can you spot and accept diversity in you? On the night audience is going to look at these questions through the steps of tango."

Tuesday 10 December - National Dance Theatre Budapest,

English Gig: October Drift

They recently unleash the imposing new tracks of Blame The Young on the world. Now with many summer festivals under their belts, the band comes armed with these songs plus experience ready to take Budapest by storm.

Wednesday 11 December - Dürer Kert Budapest

Specials

The British Store: Happy Holiday Shopping UK Style in Budapest

If you ever miss a taste of home, particularly over the festive season, this charming store in Budapest’s 13th District is your one-stop shop for all things British. Whether you’re craving everyday essentials or holiday treats, it has everything you need to recreate a UK-style feast here in Hungary.

Vibe Budapest: Enjoy Exotic Fusion Cuisine & Lively Entertainment

Founder of Sziget Festival and owner of Costes Group, Károly Gerendai spoke to XpatLoop.com about his latest venture, Vibe Budapest - a colourful and luxurious venue set to bring a fresh concept to the city, blending culinary excellence with lively eye-candy.

Iconic New York Café to Launch Night-Time Opening Hours

This special local café, celebrated as the world’s most beautiful café and now 130 years old, has reached another milestone. Starting 13 December and running until 6 January, the iconic establishment on Erzsébet Boulevard will introduce night-time opening hours – from midnight to 4 AM – on a trial basis.

Seasonal Gift Ideas from Kimpton BEM Budapest

Kimpton BEM Budapest invites you to gift extraordinary experiences this holiday season with its curated voucher collection. From luxurious riverside escapes to exquisite culinary adventures, there’s something for everyone. 

Celebrate the Season with a Grand Prize & Festive Fun at ETELE Plaza

Etele Plaza is brightening the festive season in Budapest with a multi-week prize draw for a HUF 5 Million prize, plus musical performances on the four Sundays of Advent, and a drawing competition too.

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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