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Xpat Community Newsletter, 7 August

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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. It's on again! Here's a quick look at 6 insights about the 'Island of Freedom' in Budapest:
➤ Sziget FAQ's: Where Do Most Foreign Guests Come From? Low Ticket Sales Again?
➤ Festival Facelift: Innovations & 'Cultural Districts' to Feature at Sziget This Year,
➤ Surprise Performance by The Kooks at Sziget - Michael Kiwanuka Can't Come,
➤ French, German, Dutch Police on Duty at Budapest's Sziget Festival,
➤ Late Discount: New Cheap Night Ticket Offered by Sziget,
➤ Will Sziget Comply with Noise Level Regulations?

2. As always you get essential Info, trending Headlines, and new Movies & Specials to discover:
➤ Best Balaton Ice Cream, New National Cake, Orbán Assassination Plot, Winery of Year Revealed.

3. Also below you can see a great variety of Daily Events - for more just visit our handy Calendar:
➤ Sziget Top Tips, Chinese Night Dining, Muay Thai Gala, Romantic Verdi Opera, Swifty Boat Party.

Best summer wishes,
Team XpatLoop.com

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Calendar highlights

Alternative Rock: Ivan & The Parazol

This popular local band will present their most original album yet: Belle Époque. With massive stadium rock- esque choruses, razor sharp grooves, and powerful riffs of guitar music - they've truly found themselves and their unique sound.

Thursday 6 August - Sziget Festival Budapest - The Buzz Stage

Soul, Funk & Pop: Scarlet Pleasure

This Danish R&B, soul, funk and pop musical trio is made up of Emil Goll as lead vocals, Alexander Malone on bass and Joachim Dencker on drums. The formative years of the all-Danish trio was in New York City.

Friday 8 August - Sziget Festival Budapest - Revolut Stage

Boat Party: 100% Taylor Swift

Fancy some Taylor Swift at sunset? Then head to the A38 rooftop for a magical open-air afternoon and evening filled with nothing but Taylor - the terrace will be glowing with glitter & friendship bracelets we're told!

Saturday 9 August - A38 Ship Budapest

US Rap Gig: Post Malone

Post Malone, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. His music blends various genres including hip-hop, pop, R&B, trap, and country.

Sunday 10 August - Sziget Festival Budapest - Main Stage

Sziget Top Tip: The Last Dinner Party

They quickly gained attention with their unique blend of glamour, tragedy, and euphoria. Formed one night in Brixton, their music merges influences from Kate Bush, David Bowie, glam rock, new wave, and classical elements.

Monday 11 August - Sziget Festival Budapest - Main Stage

Chinatown Dining: Asian Street Food Night Market

Open every night of the week between 5-11pm until 1 September, this summer food haven brings together great tastes of Asia under one very big tent - covering 110 tables and 10+ food stands.

Tuesday 12 August - Monori Center Budapest

Romantic Opera: Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera

This piece is presented as part of the Opera's repertoire – in accordance with the composer's original intention – as the story of the Swedish king Gustavo III in a production created by the young Italian director and competition-winner.

Wednesday 13 August - Opera House Budapest

Specials

Muay Thai Gala & Thai Gastro Week @ Anantara New York Palace

Anantara New York Palace Hotel in Budapest is set to come alive with the vibrant energy of Thailand on 29 August, as it proudly hosts the Opening Ceremony of Thai Gastro Week presented by the Royal Thai Embassy. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable evening of authentic Thai cuisine, cultural performance, and the thrilling spirit of Muay Thai.

What You Need to Know Before Renting A Property Here

If you intend to rent a property in Hungary, you have to pay attention to more things than many would think. Click this headline to know the most important details thanks to legal expert Dr Judit Szegő.

Meet Knut Hansen: The Spirit of Adventure in a Bottle

Ever met a gin that looks like a bearded sailor and tastes like summer freedom? You have now. Born in Hamburg and inspired by a guy who supposedly sailed the world with nothing but a big moustache and bigger dreams, Knut Hansen is all about bold choices, local roots, and seriously good flavour.

Cinema City Budapest: Comedy Night: Dave Fulton

After a first sold-out show, 'StandOut's Comedy Night' returns to Cinema City in Budapest to bring you guaranteed laughs on 13 August.

Job Opportunity: Content Manager @ XpatLoop.com

The successful candidate will work closely with the Managing Director and the media partners, writers, photographers of XpatLoop. The main responsibilities and requirements of this key member of the team are summarised in this article.

New movies in Budapest