Christmas Markets in Budapest

As soon as Lent starts (on November 15), European cities dress up for the winter Holidays. And that usually means, Christmas Markets are opening. And while I’ve written before about Christmas Markets in Europe, there’s one city we’ve been in love with and which is also home to glorious festive markets: Budapest.

Top 7 Reasons to Visit Budapest During Winter

Winter in Central-Eastern Europe conjures images of snow, mulled wine, and wearing an entire wardrobe so that you won’t feel cold outside. Over the past years (thanks, global warming), winter is quite mild in this area but the cold spells can show up anytime (like the 2016-2017 really cold temperatures in late December have proven).

Gorgeous European Winter Destinations

Winter in Europe can be pretty balmy, mild, or downright bitter cold. From the Spanish Canary Islands to the Portuguese Madeira, warm Apulia in Italy, cold Budapest or icy Greenland, there are plenty places to enjoy the beauty of this season.

10 Best European Destinations to Visit in September

Note: this article includes what may be called affiliate links. If you make a qualifying purchase through them, I may get a small commission. Do you know what I love about September travel? With the kids back to school, the cities are calmer and not overrun with families on vacation. Since September is a shoulder…

Top Budapest Tours, Excursions, and Experiences [in 2024]

Budapest is not only Hungary’s largest and most populous city but also its cultural biggest hub. No matter when you plan to visit, there’ll always be a lot of outstanding things to experience.

FREE Things to Do in Budapest

Free things to do in Budapest are quite easy to find and they allow to you stretch the budget even further. As you know, Budapest is a city we love and wouldn’t mind even living there. We also travel there as often as we can – at least once a year – and we’ve made…

Budapest Off the Beaten Path: Get Away from the Crowds

Once you arrive close to Vaci utca, whether by metro or on foot, you’d soon realize how crowded Budapest is. Sure, the street is where everything and anything seems to happen at any time of the year but show up in late May to early September and you’d probably feel a bit claustrophobic.

A beautiful summer day trip to Szeged, Hungary

Summers in Europe are hot, busy, and let’s be real, quite expensive when it comes to traveling. But the travel bug is there so when we want to escape the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, day trips are excellent choices.

Best Eateries for Vegans in Budapest, Hungary

Let’s be honest here for a second: traditional Hungarian fare doesn’t exactly conjure images of vegan dishes. It’s more like sausages, and fish, and chunks of meat. Although there are traditional recipes that are completely vegan – just that they are not as popular among travelers.

Getting from Arad (Romania) to Budapest (Hungary) (and return)

Budapest is one of the biggest travel hubs in Central Europe. It’s also a common stop for those wanting to travel to Eastern Europe. Likewise, Romania is a lovely base to explore Central-Eastern Europe but…outside of the Schengen zone (for now), while being in the European Union.

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