The internationally acclaimed Whiskey & Fine Spirit Show will be holding its 10th anniversary event at the Corinthia Hotel in Budapest on November 6 and 7, 2021. As usual, there will be prominent international representation at this two-day celebration of premium spirits. Numerous exhibitors, from Ireland to Japan, Scotland to Taiwan, Germany through France to the USA and more will be featured. The Whiskey & Fine Spirit Show is an excellent opportunity to taste and learn about a variety of drinks and spirits, which makes it one of the most popular annual gatherings in Budapest. It is ..read more

Budapest is one of the most popular travel destinations with an increasing number of tourists visiting the city each year. Luckily, hotels are keeping up with the growing demand with opening new properties as well as updating older ones. In the last few months, we visited dozens of hotels in Budapest and we prepared a curated list with our favorite places where you should stay at in 2020. Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest As most people will tell you, you don’t get any more central than the Kempinski Hotel, which is smack-dab in the middle of the 5th district ..read more

It’s valentine season and proposals are lining up, which means wedding planning begins immediately. And if you’re marrying a Hungarian or decide to have your wedding in Hungary, there are some Hungarian traditions you may want to include as part of your special day. 1. The Bridal Dance Also known as the “money dance”, the bridal dance involves all guests and the bride. Traditionally, the father, best man or a master of ceremony would announce that the “bride is for sale” while Hungarian wedding music plays in the background. He would hold a bucket or a hat to ..read more

The plethora of restaurants—from the humble street foods and homemade soup shops to the Michelin-starred giants—clearly shows Hungary’s passion for good food. But what about good drinks? Don’t worry; Hungarians also know the importance of a fine beverage, whether it’s a handcrafted cocktail or artisanal coffee. As F. Scott Fitzgerald so poetically put it, “Here’s to alcohol, the rose-colored glasses of life.” So, here’s to the not-to-be-missed, rose-colored glasses of Hungary. Unicum This drink with an almost giggle-producing name is an herbal bitters that is ..read more

Vibrant leaves, refreshingly crisp air and cozy comfort foods are just some of the reasons why we love fall and particularly why we love fall in Budapest. If you’re planning a fall getaway to Hungary’s vibrant capital city, you won’t be disappointed. Here are some of our favorite fall-centric activities that will make you fall in love with Budapest, too. 1. Savor the Harvest Season with Hungarian Wine Tastings Hungarian gastronomy owes a lot to the country’s rich wine culture. Wine cultivation spans across 93,000 acres in Hungary and provides everything from v ..read more

Hollókő is one of the most beautiful day trip destinations in Hungary. From picturesque mountains and over a century-old charming buildings to castle ruins and unique gastronomy, this tiny village has a lot to offer to curious travelers. About Hollókő Hollókő is located in the northeast part of Hungary, about a 90-minute drive from Budapest. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, the village and its surroundings offer a unique insight into what life used to be like in rural Hungary before the 20th century. Today, Hollókő has two distinct parts: the Old Village w ..read more

Last year was so much fun, let’s do it again. After a successful inaugural BPBW festival in 2018, BPBW Beer Week in Budapest is back for 2019 and it is jam-packed with more beer, more bands and more excitement. This time around, festival participants will have the opportunity to try beers from 60 breweries from around the world during the two day tasting sessions on May 24 and 25. And what a beer line-up they have. From Colorado’s Left Hand Brewing Company, to TotenHopfen from Luxembourg and 8 Wired Brewing coming all the way from New Zealand, this is truly an ext ..read more