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.
Looking for something festive and crowd-free? Budapest’s Christmas markets gain global recognition

The study ranked Budapest's Christmas markets as the 6th least crowded globally, making them a perfect choice for those seeking a magical yet relaxed holiday experience.
Attention: Changes to Budapest’s busiest tram service during the festive season

Budapest’s iconic tram lines 4 and 6, among the city’s most frequented public transport routes, will face significant service changes between 27 December 2024, and 5 January 2025. A damaged water pipe beneath the tracks near Irinyi József Street necessitates…
A world-class attraction: Budapest’s 100-meter Christmas tree
Starting 20 December, the Megyeri Bridge will transform into Hungary’s tallest Christmas tree for the fourth consecutive year.
Russia’s decision: Hungary and Slovakia on the list of unfriendly countries
The Russian government has decided to keep Hungary and Slovakia on its list of "unfriendly" countries, citing insufficient grounds for their removal despite their willingness to maintain political dialogue with Moscow.
Two of Hungary’s favourite retail chains open new stores: here is where and when!

Two of Hungary’s favourite retail chains are set to open new stores this spring, bringing convenience and variety to shoppers in a rapidly developing area.
MÁV boosts holiday travel in Hungary: More trains, extra coaches, and planning tips
Be sure to plan ahead, book early, and enjoy the festive spirit with hassle-free journeys across Hungary!
#MÁV #travel #Christmas
Be prepared: Traffic at Budapest Airport to be brutal at Christmas
The holiday season is not only a busy time for shopping malls: be sure to leave in time if you're heading for Budapest Airport this holiday season!
#BudapestAirport #Budapest #Christmas #holiday #travel
Hungary faces point of no return under Orbán, says Polish minister – from experience
Hungary may have reached a point where it cannot reverse its defiance of EU laws and erosion of civil society as long as Viktor Orbán remains in power, Poland’s justice minister, Adam Bodnar, has warned.
#Orbán #Poland
Important: Hungarian Highway Code changed with immediate effect
Drivers should be aware of these new changes.
#HighwayCode #travel #traffic
Shocking proposal: Hungary plans ban on non-EU guest workers starting 1 January
If the proposal is accepted at today's cabinet meeting, the new rules could effectively ban non-EU guest workers from Hungary, with only minimal exceptions.
#guestworkers #ban #proposal





