As the restrictions are carefully being lifted in the country, along with cafés, restaurants, and hotels, many well-known thermal baths and swimming pools decide to reopen and welcome guests again, especially in the summer season when many escape from the warm weather into the cooling water.
Daily News Hungary reported before that some of the baths and swimming pools will open from May 30, welcoming everyone who would like to swim with the maximum level of safety precautions. It has been reported before by scientists that swimming has the lowest risk of getting the infection.
The chlorine in the water was proved to damage the cells of the coronavirus molecule, destroying it completely.
Termálfürdő reported that only the outside, perfectly sanitised chlorinated swimming pools are allowed for usage. Unfortunately, these pools do not involve thermal waters just yet.
In the following days, more swimming pools and baths are planning to reopen, including the Aquaworld of Budapest, Miskolctapolca Bath (the outdoor part), Pécs, Zalaegerszeg, Gyula, Göd, Budaörs, Kisvárda, Agárd, Pápa, and Kiskőrös.
According to the Governmental order and the decisions of some of the mayors of Budapest, some thermal baths and swimming pools are ready to reopen in Budapest on May 30.
Blikk reported that Palatinus, Paskál, Pesterzsébeti, Csillaghegyi and Római baths are ready to be opened again, and Pünkösdfürdői Bath on June 15th. All of the baths reported that they are prepared to welcome their guests again, preparing for the reopening with the maximum level of precaution and safety measurements to prevent the spreading of the coronavirus. It was also mentioned that guests can relax and enjoy themselves with maximum protection while bathing in the water.
Scientific researchers stated that the coronavirus molecule is surrounded by a special shell which protects it from damages, writes ittlakunk.hu. If this shell is damaged, the virus loses its ability to infect people. A large amount of chlorine in the water damages and eradicates the virus.
In pools, which are operated by the written standard rules and measurements, there is no chance of getting infected as the quantity of chlorine used in the waters of the baths is enough to destroy the disease.
The bought passes and seasonal tickets purchased before the restrictions will be valid again. Those who purchased all year passes will get a refund for the lost three months.
The thermal bath of Hévíz, a popular tourist destination, re-opened on the weekend, attracting hundreds of guests, local government officials said on Monday.
Most hotels in the spa town will re-open between mid-May and the second week of June, strictly keeping to coronavirus-related rules and regulations, a chief advisor to the mayor told a press conference.
Ninety percent of tourists with plans to visit Hévíz stand ready to travel right away,
Orsolya H. Horváth said, citing an online survey conducted with a sample of 4,500 people.
“This justifies that health tourism could become a shock-resistant sector,” she said.
Mayor Gábor Papp said the city was getting an increasing number of inquiries for visiting Hévíz from abroad, mostly from Czech, Slovak, Slovenian and German guests, but also from Russia.
Baths can now reopen after the restrictions have been eased up in regions outside of Budapest. According to Prime Minister Orbán’s announcement, they can open their doors to guests again starting May 4.
The announcement does not make it clear, whether it only applies to beaches that are out in the open, or bath houses too. Termalfurdo.hu tried to find out which baths were planning on opening soon, but there is much uncertainty as of yet.
Even under usual circumstances, baths and beaches can only open after they have been approved by the National Public Health and Medical Officer Service, and the examination and testing of pools can take weeks. The quality of the water in the pools is tested in a laboratory, and only 100 per cent aseptic pools get approved.
Testing usually starts in April, so baths and beaches can open at their usual time in May, but because of the pandemic, getting appointments for testing the water can start on May 4.
There is no news about any new safety protocols yet. They already have very serious hygiene protocols to follow, but because of the coronavirus, these rules are expected to become more strict.
The general secretary of the Hungarian Bath Association, Zoltán Balogh, did not want to reveal any specifics of their suggestions about tightening protocols. Still, he says they follow the general restrictions about safe distance and protecting the elderly.
People over 65 will most likely not be able to visit beaches this season. To be able to keep a safe distance, fewer people will be allowed on bath premises at one time, and the number of people in one pool will be limited as well. As to how the safety measures will be applied to changing rooms and communal showers is still a question.
One bath has already opened, the Demjén Thermal Bath announced on their Facebook page, that three outdoor thermal pool would be open for guests between 9 AM and 2 AM.
As for other baths and beaches, some are planning to reopen on the Pentecost long weekend, while others are aiming for the start of July, but nothing is set in stone yet. Many of them will open even if the restrictions will mean a financial loss.
They are paying careful attention to how the virus spreads, as well as to procedures to prevent it, and they follow the government’s instructions and orders. They are also observing the measures international bathhouses and beaches are taking, and they make their own plans accordingly.
According to their current plans, once the restrictions are lifted – which is expected after May 3 –, employees will start the preparation and maintenance of the pools, and they will be careful about preventing or spreading the virus. They still need to get familiar with any new regulations put forth by authorities regarding the operation of bath units.
There will still be children’s, students’ and eldelry discounts available at Palatinus, Paskál, Csillaghegy, Római, Pünkösdfürdő, and Pesterzsébet beaches and baths if and when they open.
Movie theatres were forced to close, and the opening hours of restaurants and shops have been strictly regulated. Thermal baths, on the other hand, were not obligated to close due to the chlorine used in the water, which kills all viruses, including coronavirus. Nevertheless, all of Budapest’s famous baths are now closed, and many more in the countryside join them as time passes.
Hvg reports that even though baths are not obligated to shut down, they do. The main reason why spas consecutively need to shut down is very simple: the number of guests decreased drastically over the last couple of weeks.
It is not surprising considering that the vast majority of bath-goers are usually the elderly or foreign tourists. Unfortunately, the options of both demographics are quite limited at the moment. Hundreds of people have been cancelling their reservations, and the establishments simply cannot afford to maintain the huge pools for 20-50 people.
It is simply too expensive to maintain huge bath complexes for only a few guests.
News came last week that all of Budapest’s thermal baths close temporarily.
Budapest has been often ignored and pushed to one side when it comes to counting European travel destinations. However, it is now being recognised as one of the most exciting cities in Europe and a great holiday spot. In fact, Budapest has been a hotspot for millennials, attracting young backpackers, long-weekenders, and hipster festival-goers alike. Kafka Desk calls Budapest a mismatch of contradictions: dramatic baroque architecture and contemporary concrete, calming thermal baths and vibrant nightlife, peaceful green parks and bustling food halls… It is not difficult to see why visitors fall in love with this treasure of a city.
Here are four reasons why millennials love Budapest:
It is ridiculously cheap to eat and drink
Millennials are nefariously famous for being interested in the wrong things. We have a bad reputation for having wrong priorities; we would rather buy avocados than a house. All joking aside, our generation is extremely conscious and confused about our financial situation – simultaneously split between saving up and wanting to explore the world. The affordability of Budapest means that cash-strapped millennials can do both, making it the perfect holiday destination for this generation.
In particular, the Hungarian capital is known for having the cheapest drinks in Europe, with the price of an average beer coming in at £0.88, and a glass of wine costing £0.91.
There is a huge array of extravagant sights & fun activities
One of this year’s biggest travel trends is the “all-amusive” holiday, which is when a holiday destination offers all of a tourist’s favourite activities and sights close together, and Budapest checks all the boxes. If it is awe-inspiring sights you are after, the city contains all sorts of amazing attractions and architecture, from the glorious gothic Parliament building to the historic Heroes’ Square, as well as the ornate St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Danube Promenade.
There are countless things to do as well: walking city tours, river cruises, museum trips, escape rooms, opera viewings, and much, much more…
Budapest has a buzzing nightlife scene, and there is so much to do and see. There is something for everyone from romantic cosy dinner spots and intimate bars to casinos and ruin bars. All of these cater to whatever kind of vacation you are on.
The Turkish Baths give you a chance to pamper and heal
We all need a bit of R&R… and the Turkish Baths of Budapest are perfect for just that. Budapest boasts of dozens of amazing Turkish baths that are powered by the thermal springs that surround the city. Thought to have healing powers, the baths have been used by locals for centuries to relax and de-stress.
The top three Turkish Baths in Budapest to try as a tourist are Gellert, Szechenyi, and Rudas – so grab a towel and your flip-flops and head off for an afternoon of relaxation and fun.
One of the must-have experiences when visiting Hungary’s capital, Budapest, is enjoying a soak in one of its famous thermal baths, some of which date back to the 16th century. The city, which sits on a fault line, sports an impressive number of such establishments, which are fed by no less than 120 hot springs. Here is our roundup of some of Budapest’s best thermal baths, all guaranteed to make you come alive.
Gellért Thermal Bath
A part of a hotel complex, the Gellért Thermal Bath houses one of the most photographed thermal baths in the capital. Its facilities, which initially functioned as a hospital, feature stained-glass windows, colorful mosaics, Roman-style columns, and imposing statues. The Art-Nouveau style building is home to thermal baths with water from Gellért hill’s mineral hot springs, saunas, plunge pools, as well as an outdoor swimming pool with artificial waves (these only come every 30 minutes so a bit of patience may be required). Some of the available services at the complex include lava stone massage, mud treatments, red wine rituals, and underwater massage.
Lukács Thermal Bath
The word on the street is said that people from all over the world visit the Lukács Thermal Bath complex, and for a good reason. First opened to the public in 1880s, the baths source water from thermal springs said to date back to the 12th century.
Lukács thermal bath, lukacsfurdo.hu
The spa’s water composition includes hydrogen-carbonate, sulphate, chloride, calcium, magnesium, sodium, and fluoride ions – all believed to alleviate a huge number of conditions including degenerative joint diseases, chronic arthritis, and neuralgia.
Some of the facilities on offer here include an infrared sauna, a stem cabin, and a Himalayan salt wall said to do wonders for respiratory issues. The complex also offers a variety of massage treatments, including medical massage and underwater massage. In fact, their services are so extensive that you even have the possibility of taking a rheumatology examination before or after your soak.
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
The Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the largest medicinal thermal bath complex in Europe. Located in a neo-Baroque palace that dates back to 1913, the baths feature 15 indoor pools and 3 outdoor pools large enough for laps, so don’t forget your swim cap. The spa’s water comes from two different hot springs, and is rich in calcium sulfate, magnesium and hydrogen carbonate (all great if you suffer from arthritis or low blood circulation). Aside from its baths, the complex also features steam rooms, saunas, and whirlpools for your aquatic pleasure. The baths’ temperature varies depending on where you choose to submerge yourself.
Why not try one of Széchenyi’s sparties, or spa parties, complete with DJs and laser shows.
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Rudas Baths
Built on the banks of the Danube River at the end of the 16th century, Rudas Baths features a main octagonal pool, which sits under a stunning dome. There is also a rooftop pool with a five-star view of the Danube.
Rudas Baths also offers physiotherapy treatments, as well as drinking water from the Attila, Juventus, and Hungaria springs.
The facility is open until 4 am each Friday and Saturday for those who like to take their soaks late into the night.
It was once a popular destination for fishermen, but it turned out that beneath the surface there is precious thermal water. In the last few years, the healing effect of the water has been confirmed, and the place also received the successful permissions to become a thermal region. This is how Penészlek (Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg County) became a brand-new tourist destination.
Termál Online reported that the newest Hungarian thermal bath is located in the small area of Penészlek and runs under the name of Ligetalja Thermal Bath and Thermal Hotel. The closest city to this region is Nyírbátor and Nyíregyháza is approximately 60 km away from the bath.
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The region is a strictly protected area with many rare plants and animals and a unique and precious atmosphere.
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The place already had smaller swimming pools and was a favourite place for fishermen. Once the region was undertaken to geological works, the experts found thermal water 750 meters below the ground, which was truly unexpected. News spread across the country and more and more people started to visit the region.
After completing an application, the region officially got permission to build a wellness department, three-starred hotel, and ten family apartments. After examining the thermal water carefully and undertaking 70 visitors for “test” bathing for 15 times, scientists agreed on registering the place among the official thermal baths of Hungary in 2019.
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The hotel aims to attract more visitors and to build a sophisticated health centre for those who need treatments with thermal water. The water is excellent for those who suffer from muscle pains and have joint problems. The hotel would also like to renovate its restaurant and to serve as a wedding location shortly.
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Keeping up with the current trends and architectural techniques the hotel would like to provide an excellent experience for visitors and to become one of the most popular locations in the region.
Hungary is widely known for its Thermal Spas. There are over a 1,000 thermal baths in the country from the glitzy and popular Gellért Bath to the rural Héviz (a massive thermal lake) or the sulphurous, salty or carbonic waters.
Life, Love and Leisure revolve around these Thermal Spas and as Europe’s Hot Spring Champion, according to The Guardian, Hungary promises to deliver. And staying true to that promise is a gem of a place called Bükfürdő.
This small resort town is located near to one of oldest cities of Hungary called Szombathely, it is close to the Austrian Border and lies by the streams Perint and Gyöngyös (literally “pearly”), where the Alpokalja (Lower Alps) mountains meet the Little Hungarian Plain.
It was discovered in 1957 when oil prospectors unleashed a 70-metre geyser of potassium- and calcium-rich waters instead. The resort is large and family-friendly with varied kinds of saunas and spa facilities, along with an abundance of medical treatments at your disposal.
There are 30 pools, plus lots of saunas (Finnish rock, herbal cabin) and slides, plus mobile homes and a campsite.
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Despite all of that, the place is still reasonably affordable, with student, children and group discounts, with overnight tents and houses inside the spa.
Other places that make for a great and affordable spa vacation include Cieplice in Poland, Sanitorium Ozerny in Belarus, Truskavetsin Ukraine, Istarske Toplice inCroatia, and a few more in Slovakia and Serbia.
Budapest is unarguably a beautiful city, with a lot of history. However, as the saying goes: “a picture is worth a thousand words”, so instead of giving a history lesson, we will let Budapest’s beauty convince you to visit with the help of pictures.
For nature lovers and those with kids
Japanese Garden
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Margaret Island, Photo: YouTube John Feher – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBaoct6LizAk_8lhsx6It1Q
Margaret Island is not only stunning, but it also offers child-friendly activities, as well as a musical fountain.
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The Children’s Railway is operated by children for children. The railway offers rides and programs all-year-round for train lovers.
budapest zoo
Pannon Park
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Of course, the Budapest Zoo is a must for curious little animal lovers.
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Normafa is beautiful throughout all seasons. It also has a playground and a lookout tower to admire the panorama from.
Another favourite is Mazel Tov. It is a mix of “urban gardens, creative openness, and popular Mediterranean cuisine,” according to their Facebook page. It is a culture club with food, drinks, and different programs.
The number of visitors to Budapest’s spas rose almost 13 percent year-on-year to more than 5 million in 2019, Hungarian news agency MTI reported on Friday.
“Budapest Spa operator BGYH will see its revenue exceeding 18.3 billion forints (60.8 million U.S.dollars) in 2019, up 20 percent from a year earlier,” MTI informed.
MTI attributed the results mainly to the continuous development of the baths and the ever increasing tourist traffic to Budapest. Compared to 2010, guest traffic increased by 72 percent, it said.
Széchenyi thermal bath saw the biggest rise of its turnover in 2019. The spa welcomed nearly 1.8 million guests last year, accounting for more than 35 percent of BGYH’s total turnover.
In December alone, Széchenyi Bath’s daily ticket sales increased by nearly 14 percent compared to December of the previous year.
Budapest is well known for its thermal baths. Its unique facilities were fully recognized by Roman legionaries over 2,000 years ago.
According to available records, there were then 14 baths in the city at that time, some of whose remaining foundations and walls can be seen in Obuda (northern part of Budapest) to this day, BGY said on its website.(1 U.S. dollar = 300.84 HUF)
Budapest is undoubtedly a treasure among European capitals. Have you ever wondered how much it would cost to spend a weekend there? Well, you don’t need to wonder anymore!
Emma Cooke and her boyfriend have spent and budgeted a weekend in Budapest to answer your questions. Prices may vary depending on where you are coming from and which places you end up visiting, but her guidance gives an overall picture of how a weekend in Budapest would turn out for two people.
First of all, the UK-based content editor chose to fly from Gatwick after experiencing some trouble with the cheapest option, Ryanair on previous flights. She also had some mishaps with the gates in Victoria station, and with that in mind the bus, the Gatwick Express and the flight to Budapest totalled at £171.55.
For lodgings, they chose the Párisi Udvar Hotel in the heart of Budapest. It is on the pricey side, but she argues that it is well worth the money because of its outstanding interior, beautiful rooms and overall luxurious atmosphere. They stayed for two nights at a price of £174.
On the first day, they spent nothing since they arrived late and went to sleep. However, on the second day, they spent 184.8 pounds. They had breakfast and spent the morning at the Gellert Baths. Then they had lunch at Felix Kitchen & Bar. After that, they popped into the shop of Printa, an eco-conscious Hungarian brand and bought a top. After cocktails in High Note Skybar in the evening, they dined at Fisherman’s bastion.
On the third day, their total came to 128.38 pounds after hopping into Mono Art & Design for a T-shirt, having lunch in New York Café and visiting Széchenyi bath in the evening.
They travelled from and to the airport by taxi, through the Budapest Bolt cab-hailing app.
The overall cost of their trip to Budapest was 658.73 pounds, which is both a lot of money and rather accurate considering which options they went for.
But looking at the weekend they had, the conclusion is that such a weekend in Budapest is good value since you would have to pay much more in Paris or Austria for the same experiences.
Hungary is famous for its spas, baths, and the mineral water one can enjoy there. If you want to hide from the winter cold, there is an online map on which you can choose from the best Hungarian spas for free.
Spas in Hungary have a long history dating back more than two millennia, and today, it is one of the richest countries of the world when it comes to mineral water. Currently, there are more than 1,500 mineral water wells and 270 different types of internationally recognised mineral water, so there is a lot to choose from, Blikk reported.
But how can we find the most suitable Hungarian spa? The Hungarian Tourism Agency helps with an online map
starting from November 14th, on which all Hungarian spas can be found.
On the csodasmagyarorszag.hu website, there is a spa map on which if you choose a bath, you can read further details about it, including the services it provides and all the things we should know before we start our journey there. We can decide whether we would like to relax somewhere, have fun with the kids in a wellness centre, or use medicinal water to get better.
Spending time with our family and friends is probably
the best way to relax, and Hungary provides the perfect opportunities to do so.
Unfortunately, however, the website can be reached only in Hungarian.
But do not lose courage! We collected the best spas of 2019 in Hungary HERE with a lot of photos. HERE you can find an article about how the Széchenyi Bath is featured in the most-watched American TV show.
HERE you can read about the most beautiful historical baths in Hungary. HERE we collected the reasons why Budapest is the thermal capital of the world. Finally, you can find a guide to Hungary’s different kinds of spas and baths HERE.
This year’s Bath of the Year award was given to the most special Hungarian baths in 2019, including the most extensive European spa, the biggest cave bath in Central Europe, the most versatile thermal water bath, and several adventure-, thermal- and aquaparks.
10. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath
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The 10th place has been occupied by Miskolctapolca Cave Bath which is considered to be a specialty, a uniqueness in Europe, as no other karst water has such high temperature in the continent. Besides two thermal pools, the cave has different halls where guests can get rid of their daily stress, or they have the opportunity to warm themselves up in 6 beach pools and eight saunas.
9. Saliris Resort Spa and Wellness Center
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In Egerszalók, Saliris Resort Spa and Wellness Center provides an indescribable natural ambience where thermal bath can be enjoyed at the foot of the salt hill. The spa centre gives place to 24 outdoor and indoor pools, including medicinal water pools, jacuzzis, adventure pools, children’s pools and water slides located next to the exclusive sauna complex.
8. Zsóry Thermal Bath and Spa
Northern Hungary’s most popular spa includes 23 pools and six saunas, while the bravest ones can gain summer experiences in the freshly renovated water park.
In the heart of Tiszazug, Cserkeszőlő Spa and Health Center offers excellent alternatives for all the generations – relaxing atmosphere can be enjoyed by the elder ones, while several swimming pools and water slides attract younger generations. Besides foot massage and jacuzzis, heat lovers can visit the Sauna Island, including infra-, Finnish saunas and aroma cabin.
5. Gyula Castle Spa
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In the vicinity of the historic castle, Gyula Castle Spa offers 5000 m2 water surface for the visiting guests. The area comprises 13 indoor pools, including adventure, spa, swimming and thermal pools, and six outdoor pools with a water park. Recreation is provided by 12 saunas – cryo, Finnish, infra, steam and aroma cabin. In the so-called Aqua Palace, an authentic wellness experience can be enjoyed thanks to several exciting massage systems.
4. Spa- and Wellness Centre Sárvár
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A Mediterranean atmosphere can be enjoyed thanks to the family aqua park, exclusive sauna world, several water slides, head jumping bay, wave- and adventure pool with a pirate ship and a water castle. The main attraction of the bath is undoubtedly the two types of mineral water. A total of 18 pools and six saunas provide refreshment in the area’s best spa, which also offers numerous hiking opportunities.
3. Zalakaros Bath
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Zalakaros Bath can be visited throughout the whole year. In the indoor pools, different water attractions can be tried, white-water stream as well. On the beach, spa-, thermal-, family-, wave-, children-, sports pools and slides enrich the experience. Out of the total 20 pools, seven are for medicinal purposes, while the relaxing guests can enjoy six saunas.
Europe’s largest spa Hungarospa reached second place in this year’s ranking.
As termalfurdo.hu reports, the bath comprises a total of 45 pools, 15 slides and eight saunas. Besides 11 medicinal pools, nine adventure pools and 11 children’s pool can be enjoyed by the younger generations. Among its specialities, we can find tropical bath, ice cave, cinema bath, the Ganges, the Roman, the sea and the cave bath. In the Aqua Park, slide lovers can choose among fifteen different tracks. The spa offers 40 medicinal treatments which can be tried under medical supervision.
1. Harkány Thermal Spa
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Harkány Thermal Spa has been chosen as the best Bath of the Year in 2019;
offering refreshment in 18 pools, seven water slides and three saunas. The family slide parkincludes such exciting parts as the kamikaze and anaconda slides. In children’s world, waterfalls, pirate ship and treasure caves can be found; besides refreshing and healing treatments, holistic therapies are also available. Here, we can discover the country’s most versatile spa water whose effect is beneficial not only for the skin but in the case of musculoskeletal disorders and gynaecological diseases as well.
Thetravel.com have written an article giving 10 reasons why tourists should visit Hungary.
In actual fact, their article is tilted “Budapest and 9 other reasons to visit Hungary”, suggesting that the Hungarian capital is must-see destination when travelling to the country. They praise the city’s architecture and museums and compare it to the likes of Paris and Rome. The article also highlights that Hungary has a fascinating history. More interestingly, the piece notes the ways in which the Hungarian language and Hungarian culture have shaped each other.
Describing it as a wine-lover’s paradise, the article raises awareness of Hungary’s rich wine-making history, and offers it as an alternative to visiting destinations such as Tuscany and the Napa Valley. On the topic of drinking, visitors should also visit Budapest’s ruin pubs, which are located in old and derelict buildings across the capital.
The Travel note that Hungarians are generally very friendly, and the country as a whole is safer than other tourism hotspots such as France, the United Kingdom and Italy. This is based off of Global Finance’s 2019 “World’s Safest Countries” ranking.
The article praises the country’s thermal baths, which provide medicinal benefits for illnesses such as arthritis.
Hungary is also a very affordable place to visit if on a budget, and there are various festivals taking place across the country throughout the whole year.
Last week we wrote a travel itinerary for Debrecen. We also reported that a record number of tourists visited Budapest this year.
One of the most famous American television shows Good Morning America! – with an average, 5 million viewers – made a long shot with actor Will Smith and Ang Lee (director of Gemini Man) in the most beautiful thermal bath of Budapest.
According to turizmus.com, the shooting became a reality with many weeks of planning and organising. The producers of GMA did not choose Széchenyi Thermal Bath by accident. Besides the features of the bath which make it an excellent location for shooting it is the
most famous and visited spot in the Hungarian capital for tourists.
In the report GMA made, Smith and Lee tasted the healing thermal water of the bath and cheered on Budapest and Széchenyi Bath. The American reporter asked Smith whether he feels himself younger when he tasted the water, referring to his newest movie Gemini Man, where he plays with his younger self. After tasting the thermal water, both of them received a back-massage while the reporter was asked about his experience and thoughts about Gemini Man, which was shot in Budapest as well.
Will Smith travelled back to Budapest to the premiere of his newest production and celebrated his birthday with a fantastic concert in front of the St. Stephen’s Basilica. The American actor also shared that he had the best time in the Hungarian capital at a press conference, danced to Hungarian folk music and told reporters about
