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Hetzmann Mercédesz
I'm Merci Hetzmann, editor and reviser at Daily News Hungary since 2021. I started my career here with 3 months of internship, after which I became a full-time editor. I live in the Hungarian countryside with my partner and our Botanical Lego sets and plushies. When I am not working, I am either gaming or working on making our small flat lovelier. Working to deliver relevant news to you, our readers, day after day. Find my LinkedIn and DNH articles below.
What to pack for winter in Hungary? A practical 2026 guide for travellers
Visiting Hungary in winter? ❄️ Cold mornings, thermal baths and unpredictable weather mean smart packing is essential. Here’s what you really need to bring for a winter trip to Hungary.
Váci Street Budapest: A shopper’s paradise in the heart of the city – a 2026 guide
🛍️ Exploring Váci Street Budapest? From international brands to Hungarian souvenirs, this iconic pedestrian street connects Vörösmarty Square with the heart of downtown shopping. A must-see stop for anyone discovering Budapest!
Chain Bridge Budapest: An iconic gateway to the heart of the city – a 2026 guide
Discover the iconic Chain Bridge Budapest, where history meets stunning views of the Danube. Walk across, snap unforgettable photos, and explore the best destinations on both sides of Buda and Pest! 🌉✨
Discover Hungarian food: A delicious guide to Hungary’s best dishes!
From hearty goulash soup to paprika-rich comfort dishes, Hungarian food tells the story of Hungary’s culture, traditions, and love for bold flavours 🇭🇺🍲
Exploring Fisherman’s Bastion: Budapest’s fairytale castle overlooking the Danube
✨ Step into a fairytale in Buda! Explore the stunning Fisherman’s Bastion with its castle-like turrets, panoramic Budapest views, and nearby Matthias Church.
Hungary’s cheapest thermal bath reopens: Borostyán welcomes visitors again!
💛 Hungary’s cheapest thermal bath is back!
Orbán unveils Fidesz’s 2026 election line-up, vows campaign on “war, migration and gender threats”
Fidesz kicks off its 2026 campaign! 106 candidates, one leader, and a message loud and clear: war, migration, and ‘gender threats’ top the agenda.
Hungary’s ruling Fidesz rolls out new slogan, opposition Tisza says “Thanks” and takes the domain
Fidesz has a new campaign slogan: and the opposition Tisza already has the website. 👀
As Hungary battles a massive budget deficit, Orbán’s billionaire ally jets from island to island
As Hungary struggles with a massive budget deficit, PM Viktor Orbán’s billionaire ally is travelling from island to island aboard a luxury private jet. ✈️🌴
Sziget Festival saved: Shorter, bolder, but star acts are hard to lock in
Crisis averted: after a foreign owner pulled out, Sziget founder Károly Gerendai is back at the helm, promising a shorter but bolder festival in 2026.