472 result(s) for foreigners
A Helping Hand In Budapest: Solutions Everyday
- 28 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- business
We've all heard about companies and guides that provide services to expats in different cities around the world. To the great delight of a growing group of foreigners in Budapest, a group of young Hungarian professionals decided to create a unique service called Solutions Everyday to help out with everyday expat issues, without an upfront fee!
Xpat Opinion: The New Ethics Textbook For Hungarian Fifth Graders
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
What can one say about the newly introduced ethics textbook for Hungarian fifth graders? For starters, it is not, strictly speaking, an ethics text. Ethics is not a branch of religion, and being ethical is not the same as following the law or adhering to societal norms. So a textbook that lauds religious virtues and advocates unquestioning civil obedience doesn’t belong in an ethics class.
Cinq Filles, Budapest - The Gift You Always Wanted
- 14 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
Looking for a sophisticated, thoughtful present for a special someone in your life? Cinq Filles offers a range of unique gifts/souvenirs that are locally produced and exquisitely packaged, making them an elegant choice for Hungarians and foreigners alike. These authentically Hungarian items include, among others, delicately scented soaps, luxurious candles, and fine chocolates and candies.
Xpat Opinion: Romanian President Calls Hungary A Hotbed Of Instability
- 14 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators find Romanian accusations against Hungary out of proportion with the controversial statements made by Hungarian politicians in Transylvania. A left-liberal columnist thinks even far right Jobbik leader Vona should not be denied the right to travel to and speak in Romania. A pro-government columnist, on the other hand, finds Romanian President Traian Băsescu’s attack on Fidesz, a ...
Photo Article: Best Ruin Pubs In Budapest
- 18 Jul 2013 2:00 AM
- entertainment
The phenomena of 'ruin pubs' took hold of the Budapest nightlife scene a few years back. Today, many of the best placed to hang-out in the Hungarian capital feature psychedelic interiors, worn-out furniture, and groups of hipsters. The best of this bunch manage to create a special kind of charm, very unique to Budapest. As not all are as well known as Szimpla Kert and Instant, here's virtual look ...
Xpat Opinion: More Signs Of A Recovering Economy In Hungary
- 20 Jun 2013 12:50 PM
- business
By Ferenc Kumin: Late last month, the European Commission announced that it would recommend that Hungary, after nine long years, exit the Excessive Deficit Procedure. The good news , as I wrote at the time, came on the heels of other encouraging reports of promising FDI and consumer skepticism data. Now, yet more hopeful signs that back Prime Minister Orbán’s cautious optimism about a slowly, but ...
'Britain Has Indeed Got Talent', By Jonathan Knott, British Ambassador To Hungary
- 18 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
I really enjoy celebrating the Queen’s Birthday. It’s our national day and we get to invite all our best contacts and friends to come to the residence to celebrate the day with us.
Owner Ready To Sell Ballet Institute In Budapest
- 31 May 2013 9:00 AM
- property
Banco Commercial Portugues is looking to sell the former Ballet Institute building on Andrássy út, according to reports. The bank’s Hungarian representatives, the law firm of Dessewfy és Dávid, held talks on Monday with Sixth District officials, who are helping in the search for a financially sound buyer who would renovate the building across from the Opera House as soon as possible.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Tug-Of-War With Brussels
- 21 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators unanimously find the protracted tug-of-war between the government and the European Union on constitutional and financial issues harmful, but opinions diverge widely on the causes and the possible solutions.
A Helping Hand In Budapest: Solutions Everyday
- 28 Sep 2013 9:00 AM
- business
We've all heard about companies and guides that provide services to expats in different cities around the world. To the great delight of a growing group of foreigners in Budapest, a group of young Hungarian professionals decided to create a unique service called Solutions Everyday to help out with everyday expat issues, without an upfront fee!
Xpat Opinion: The New Ethics Textbook For Hungarian Fifth Graders
- 13 Sep 2013 1:00 AM
- community & culture
What can one say about the newly introduced ethics textbook for Hungarian fifth graders? For starters, it is not, strictly speaking, an ethics text. Ethics is not a branch of religion, and being ethical is not the same as following the law or adhering to societal norms. So a textbook that lauds religious virtues and advocates unquestioning civil obedience doesn’t belong in an ethics class.
Cinq Filles, Budapest - The Gift You Always Wanted
- 14 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- specials
Looking for a sophisticated, thoughtful present for a special someone in your life? Cinq Filles offers a range of unique gifts/souvenirs that are locally produced and exquisitely packaged, making them an elegant choice for Hungarians and foreigners alike. These authentically Hungarian items include, among others, delicately scented soaps, luxurious candles, and fine chocolates and candies.
Xpat Opinion: Romanian President Calls Hungary A Hotbed Of Instability
- 14 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators find Romanian accusations against Hungary out of proportion with the controversial statements made by Hungarian politicians in Transylvania. A left-liberal columnist thinks even far right Jobbik leader Vona should not be denied the right to travel to and speak in Romania. A pro-government columnist, on the other hand, finds Romanian President Traian Băsescu’s attack on Fidesz, a ...
Photo Article: Best Ruin Pubs In Budapest
- 18 Jul 2013 2:00 AM
- entertainment
The phenomena of 'ruin pubs' took hold of the Budapest nightlife scene a few years back. Today, many of the best placed to hang-out in the Hungarian capital feature psychedelic interiors, worn-out furniture, and groups of hipsters. The best of this bunch manage to create a special kind of charm, very unique to Budapest. As not all are as well known as Szimpla Kert and Instant, here's virtual look ...
Xpat Opinion: More Signs Of A Recovering Economy In Hungary
- 20 Jun 2013 12:50 PM
- business
By Ferenc Kumin: Late last month, the European Commission announced that it would recommend that Hungary, after nine long years, exit the Excessive Deficit Procedure. The good news , as I wrote at the time, came on the heels of other encouraging reports of promising FDI and consumer skepticism data. Now, yet more hopeful signs that back Prime Minister Orbán’s cautious optimism about a slowly, but ...
'Britain Has Indeed Got Talent', By Jonathan Knott, British Ambassador To Hungary
- 18 Jun 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
I really enjoy celebrating the Queen’s Birthday. It’s our national day and we get to invite all our best contacts and friends to come to the residence to celebrate the day with us.
Owner Ready To Sell Ballet Institute In Budapest
- 31 May 2013 9:00 AM
- property
Banco Commercial Portugues is looking to sell the former Ballet Institute building on Andrássy út, according to reports. The bank’s Hungarian representatives, the law firm of Dessewfy és Dávid, held talks on Monday with Sixth District officials, who are helping in the search for a financially sound buyer who would renovate the building across from the Opera House as soon as possible.
Xpat Opinion: Hungary's Tug-Of-War With Brussels
- 21 May 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Commentators unanimously find the protracted tug-of-war between the government and the European Union on constitutional and financial issues harmful, but opinions diverge widely on the causes and the possible solutions.