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Tourism

Lake Balaton free beach

Over 40 free beaches at Lake Balaton: here’s the list to save tons of money

fakanál restaurant

Taste traditional Hungary at Fakanál in the Central Market Hall

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Breaking: New Budapest route cancelled before take-off due to Iran war

Budapest’s storied Dunapark Café to reopen

Photos, video: Budapest’s historic Dunapark Café to reopen with live music, refined cuisine, Art Deco interior

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Balaton burger prices revealed: Here’s what you’ll pay for a hamburger at Hungary’s lake beaches this summer

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Wizz Holidays travel planner: holiday planning could reach a whole new level

Slovakia Bratislava Kosice domestic flight Wizz Air

Summer 2026 by rail: The best international train journeys from Hungary – routes, ticket prices and travel times

Budapest opens its newest free riverside Danube beach

Photos: Budapest opens its newest free riverside Danube beach – far larger than last year

Direct flight from Budapest Airport to Riyadh

Another Middle Eastern capital is now directly linked to Budapest Airport

Biodome Budapest

Photos: Biodome urban oasis opens in Budapest

Lake Velence

Weeks remain before Lake Velence tips into catastrophe — and the Orbán government could have prevented it

midge invasion Lake Balaton locals wading

Will swarms of midges once again fly into our mouths along Lake Balaton? Researchers’ prognosis

lake balaton summer heatwave weather

Forint rally: Is the Adriatic really cheaper than Lake Balaton? New study and experts weigh in

Corruption scandal in Budapest

How did Hungary do on the list of the most hated and loved countries?

Budapest 2026 ranking cities

Budapest criticised for cleanliness as tourists rank it the dirtiest city

Cave bath Miskolctapolca

Mayor announces reopening date for Hungary’s world-famous cave bath, provides update on Szinva Stream pollution – photos

Miskolc landmark turns orange as Szinva stream discoloured

Miskolc, Lillafüred landmark Szinva stream turns orange; human error suspected – photos

Kürti Gábor Dezső Lake Velence in danger

A new spectacle emerges in Hungary: Lake Velence could dry out completely – shocking 1-minute timelapse video

Bükfürdő Thermal & Spa

Skip the tourist crowds: 7 secret thermal baths in Hungary most foreign visitors never discover

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Can river bathing in the Danube return to Budapest in the height of summer? — Photos

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After 7 years of delays, popular Hungarian spa finally opens with huge discount for locals! – photos

Europe travel tourism safe countries

Europe retains its reputation as the safest place to visit as travellers become more cautious

Palatinus strand beach pool spa

How much does a day in a Hungarian spa or pool really cost in 2026?

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Record summer for Wizz Air: 1,200 daily flights and new rules for travellers!

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Wizz Air launches brand new service in Budapest, warns about higher prices

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Avoid costly mistakes: Budapest Airport taxi scams every tourist should know about

Hungarian tourist Thai prison for nothing

A Hungarian tourist could face jail in Thailand for nothing – is this how the authorities make extra money?

adria intercity budapest croatia máv

Budapest to Split: Hungary’s popular Adriatic night train returns for summer 2026!

Budapest Airport parking travel

Budapest Airport CEO talks about the summer season and new routes, new parking facility opens!

Time Out Europe's best value city breaks

Time Out: Europe’s best-value city breaks lie just a few hours from Budapest and include a Hungarian town

lupa beach budakalász summer

Hungary’s beach season begins: Lake Balaton entry fees, places worth visiting

Popular Hungarian spa town bans e-scooters

Popular Hungarian spa town bans certain micromobility devices after mounting concerns among residents

Lake Velence may disappear

Is Lake Velence in imminent danger? Experts are coming up with unusual plans to save it

Air Canada Budapest Hungary Toronto direct flights

Direct flights between Canada and Budapest resume from today!

Miskolctapolca cave bath

Hungary’s most popular cave bath could reopen, as works near completion – photos

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Caught out in Budapest? What foreigners need to know about the city’s strict alcohol rules

Summer warmth Hungary Budapest Parliament weather heat

Las 7 mejores excursiones para hacer en verano por Hungría

Lake Velence may disappear

Hungary’s popular Lake Velence may all but disappear: soon it may be neither swimmable nor navigable

slovenia motorway travel

Slovenia drops major Adriatic travel cost for Hungarians heading to Croatia and Italy in 2026

Palatinus strand beach pool spa

Hungary’s beach season kicks off: Nearly 50 spas and open-air baths reopen for Pentecost weekend!

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