Budapest baths to get more expensive in 2026: here’s what to know about the new prices

From Széchenyi to Rudas, Budapest’s thermal baths are getting pricier in 2026. Find out how much more you’ll pay!
The United States wants to make Donbas a “free economic zone” as part of a new peace deal

The United States has proposed a new compromise aimed at reviving stalled peace efforts between Ukraine and Russia — a plan that would see Ukrainian troops pull back from parts of the Donbas, while Moscow’s forces would be barred from…
Planning on moving? Hungary’s rental prices fall for a third month as demand weakens

Budapest rents keep dropping as demand weakens and supply grows. Find out what this means for tenants for the last month of 2025!
Director of the Szőlő Street juvenile detention centre under arrest

Hungarian prosecutors have ordered the arrest of the former acting director of the Szőlő Street juvenile correctional institute in Budapest.
Most Hungarians fear foreign intervention in next year’s parliamentary elections

More than half consider Russia the most likely actor to interfere with Hungary's parliamential elections in 2026.
The US wants to tear the European Union apart, with Hungary involved

The United States government released a 33-page strategy, which claims Europe is having a “civilisational decline”, and they need Hungary as one of the few chosen partners.
Great! High-speed railway to Budapest Airport gets greenlight by Hungary’s government

Hungary’s government has confirmed plans to advance the long-awaited dedicated airport rail link to Budapest Airport.
Hungarian railway company MÁV launches new 15% ‘smart discount’ – but scraps earlier, more generous fare cut

MÁV has launched a new 15% digital “smart discount” after it quietly scrapped a previous advance-purchase discount of up to 40%.
Attention: Extended opening hours at Hungarian border crossing for the holiday rush

Heading abroad for the holidays? Check out our article below🎄
Santa Trolley hits the streets of Budapest again!

🎅 The Santa Trolley is back in Budapest! Hop on the festive ride, meet Santa, and donate a shoebox gift to brighten a child’s Christmas. 🎁





