21 result(s) for expat explainer
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 21 Dec 2023 4:33 AM
- community & culture
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 9- 15 March
- 10 Mar 2023 6:35 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 14 - 20 April
- 14 Apr 2022 4:38 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Expat Explainer: Hungarian Christmas Feast - Including Authentic Recipes
- 23 Dec 2021 10:38 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary, Christmas Eve is spent with the immediate family – parents, children, grandparents, and possibly a few very close friends.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Eve In Hungary
- 20 Dec 2021 10:03 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary the family Christmas tree is usually decorated on Christmas Eve, 24 December, and in addition to the usual decorations also chocolate pieces in bright wrappings (szaloncukor) are added. It's on this day that seasonal gifts are exchanged by the tree.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 16 Dec 2020 8:35 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 21 Dec 2023 4:33 AM
- community & culture
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Expat Explainer: Why Do Hungarians Call Themselves Magyars?
- 23 May 2023 5:55 AM
- community & culture
In the center of the Carpathian Basin, there's a people whose language and culture is different to other nations. The Magyar. Where did they come from? Who are they exactly? The quick video below well covers those questions, but what about the term Magyars? Peterjon Cresswell digs into the topic to provide fascinating insights and several answers.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 9- 15 March
- 10 Mar 2023 6:35 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 14 - 20 April
- 14 Apr 2022 4:38 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Expat Explainer: Hungarian Christmas Feast - Including Authentic Recipes
- 23 Dec 2021 10:38 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary, Christmas Eve is spent with the immediate family – parents, children, grandparents, and possibly a few very close friends.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Eve In Hungary
- 20 Dec 2021 10:03 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary the family Christmas tree is usually decorated on Christmas Eve, 24 December, and in addition to the usual decorations also chocolate pieces in bright wrappings (szaloncukor) are added. It's on this day that seasonal gifts are exchanged by the tree.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 16 Dec 2020 8:35 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.

















