1,666 result(s) for holiday
Hungary’s Employer Group Chief: High Tax Rates Hamper Proper Wage Reform
- 31 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
Employment and income tax rates need to be reduced because the current tax system is hampering a proper wage reform, the chief secretary of the National Association of Employers and Entrepreneurs (VOSZ) said. Ferenc Dávid said a gross wage of 100,000 forints (EUR 320) costs the employer approximately 128,500 forints factoring in social contributions while the employee’s net wage ends up being ...
Public Transport Info & Free Parking Over Holidays
- 27 Dec 2015 3:04 AM
- getting around
As in previous years, BKK Centre for Budapest Transport provides continuous public transport services during the holidays. On New Year’s Eve, frequent services and buses with higher capacity will ensure that everyone will be able to reach their destination in Budapest. Good news about parking, as it's free-of-charge in public car parks around Budapest until 4 January 2016 (Monday morning).
Christmas Traditions In Hungary
- 23 Dec 2015 8:05 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary the Christmas tree is decorated on Christmas Eve, 24 December. In addition to the usual decorations, also chocolate pieces in bright wrappings are used. In the Hungarian tradition the Christmas present is brought by baby Jesus in the evening. Religious people follow the (Jesus kid) tradition and they go to the midnight mass, too.
New Year In Hungary – Cheerful & Relaxed
- 22 Dec 2015 8:02 AM
- community & culture
Advent, a time of contemplation, and the Christmas holidays which are usually celebrated within the family, are followed by a night of cheerful company: New Year’s Eve. It is a night of boisterous, carefree celebration with family or friends.
Many Shops In Hungary To Close For 4 Days Over Christmas
- 22 Dec 2015 8:02 AM
- shopping
New rules concerning the opening hours of retail outlets during the Christmas holidays will result in stores closing longer this year, the National Association of Retailers said on Monday. Many shops will be open on December 24, especially for grocery shopping, but all stores must shut at noon, under new laws restricting opening times on holidays.
Classical Christmas @ Mupa Budapest, 21 December
- 21 Dec 2015 8:06 AM
- community & culture
Klasszik Rádió's holiday concert features everyone's favourite seasonal tunes ringing out in a performance by the Danubia Orchestra Óbuda under the baton of Máté Hámori. The programme scheduled for the 'golden' fourth Sunday of Advent will offer the audience a diverse experience incorporating everything from Baroque melodies to film music.
5* Party Destination: XANA Beach Club, Interview With Paul Oakenfold In Phuket
- 21 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- travel
Thailand's one of the most popular sunshine destinations to escape winter in Hungary for a while, and there's no better way to heat up your holiday than with a beach party... Phuket’s high-season kicked off with a sonic bang last week at XANA Beach Club, with a high-energy DJ Festival featuring local talent and international stars.
Wishing Xpats A Wonderful Xmas*
- 17 Dec 2015 11:00 AM
- community & culture
The team at XpatLoop.com wish you and yours a Merry Xmas*. We hope you’ve enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year, and we’re grateful to every reader and partner for all the positive support. Here's wishing you a joyful + prosperous 2016.
WAMP Design Fair Budapest, Millenáris, 20 December
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- shopping
At 20 December the favourite design fair of Budapest is kicking off last time this year. There will be again a record number of exhibitors nearly 250 designers will turn Millenáris into a vibrant market place. As at all Christmas WAMPs the upper part of the hall will also be full with designers so you can choose from a range of designer- and gastro products at two floors.
Hungary’s Employer Group Chief: High Tax Rates Hamper Proper Wage Reform
- 31 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- business
Employment and income tax rates need to be reduced because the current tax system is hampering a proper wage reform, the chief secretary of the National Association of Employers and Entrepreneurs (VOSZ) said. Ferenc Dávid said a gross wage of 100,000 forints (EUR 320) costs the employer approximately 128,500 forints factoring in social contributions while the employee’s net wage ends up being ...
Public Transport Info & Free Parking Over Holidays
- 27 Dec 2015 3:04 AM
- getting around
As in previous years, BKK Centre for Budapest Transport provides continuous public transport services during the holidays. On New Year’s Eve, frequent services and buses with higher capacity will ensure that everyone will be able to reach their destination in Budapest. Good news about parking, as it's free-of-charge in public car parks around Budapest until 4 January 2016 (Monday morning).
Christmas Traditions In Hungary
- 23 Dec 2015 8:05 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary the Christmas tree is decorated on Christmas Eve, 24 December. In addition to the usual decorations, also chocolate pieces in bright wrappings are used. In the Hungarian tradition the Christmas present is brought by baby Jesus in the evening. Religious people follow the (Jesus kid) tradition and they go to the midnight mass, too.
New Year In Hungary – Cheerful & Relaxed
- 22 Dec 2015 8:02 AM
- community & culture
Advent, a time of contemplation, and the Christmas holidays which are usually celebrated within the family, are followed by a night of cheerful company: New Year’s Eve. It is a night of boisterous, carefree celebration with family or friends.
Many Shops In Hungary To Close For 4 Days Over Christmas
- 22 Dec 2015 8:02 AM
- shopping
New rules concerning the opening hours of retail outlets during the Christmas holidays will result in stores closing longer this year, the National Association of Retailers said on Monday. Many shops will be open on December 24, especially for grocery shopping, but all stores must shut at noon, under new laws restricting opening times on holidays.
Classical Christmas @ Mupa Budapest, 21 December
- 21 Dec 2015 8:06 AM
- community & culture
Klasszik Rádió's holiday concert features everyone's favourite seasonal tunes ringing out in a performance by the Danubia Orchestra Óbuda under the baton of Máté Hámori. The programme scheduled for the 'golden' fourth Sunday of Advent will offer the audience a diverse experience incorporating everything from Baroque melodies to film music.
5* Party Destination: XANA Beach Club, Interview With Paul Oakenfold In Phuket
- 21 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- travel
Thailand's one of the most popular sunshine destinations to escape winter in Hungary for a while, and there's no better way to heat up your holiday than with a beach party... Phuket’s high-season kicked off with a sonic bang last week at XANA Beach Club, with a high-energy DJ Festival featuring local talent and international stars.
Wishing Xpats A Wonderful Xmas*
- 17 Dec 2015 11:00 AM
- community & culture
The team at XpatLoop.com wish you and yours a Merry Xmas*. We hope you’ve enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year, and we’re grateful to every reader and partner for all the positive support. Here's wishing you a joyful + prosperous 2016.
WAMP Design Fair Budapest, Millenáris, 20 December
- 17 Dec 2015 8:00 AM
- shopping
At 20 December the favourite design fair of Budapest is kicking off last time this year. There will be again a record number of exhibitors nearly 250 designers will turn Millenáris into a vibrant market place. As at all Christmas WAMPs the upper part of the hall will also be full with designers so you can choose from a range of designer- and gastro products at two floors.