The best souvenirs are those that are specific to the place you visited and, ideally, made by local people. You’ll not only be buying something special but you’ll also be supporting the local economy. If you’re traveling to Hungary and are hoping to bring back a memorable gift, here is a list of ideas for [...]
Exactly seven weeks before Easter, the streets of Mohács come alive with the annual Busójárás Carnival. The pre-Lent festival features locals wearing sheepskin costumes while parading and dancing in the streets. Busójárás lasts six days, starting on Thursday and ending the day before Ash Wednesday. The carnival ends with a symbolic ritual called ‘The Burial [...]
From imperial palaces, trotting white horses, lush gardens to chandelier-lit coffeehouses and fine wines, Vienna doesn’t disappoint when it comes to romance. So, if you’re looking to do something special to spark a little love in your life, here are just a few of the best things on offer in this historical city. Admire “The [...]
‘Tis the season once again in Budapest, where the city is transformed into twinkling, aromatic open-air markets. Filled with traditional arts and crafts, mulled wine, and tasty eats, these holiday bazaars offer a great way to experience some of the local culture while shopping for special gifts. The largest and most colorful market is located at Vörösmarty Square which includes [...]
Spending Christmas in Budapest can be a really wonderful experience. From stunning Christmas lights on many of the busiest streets, festive concerts, markets offering handmade arts and crafts, and delicious seasonal food, there’s something to delight everyone from young and old alike. So, if you’re wondering what to do during the month of December, here’s [...]
Transylvania is so strongly associated with popular culture and modern horror folklore that for some people it can be hard to believe that it’s actually a real place. Yet Transylvania lives up to its famed legend, even though nineteenth-century novelist Bram Stoker never even set foot here. Nestled at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, [...]
Budapest has eight bridges that extend across the Danube. Each of these bridges have played an important role in the development and infrastructure of the city. Some have even become icons because of their influence and engineering wonder while others are known for their remarkable beauty. Here’s a brief highlight of each bridge that includes some [...]
Prague may come as no surprise as a spooky city due to its turbulent history and the many myths and urban legends that surround its top attractions. Whenever you believe in the supernatural or not, visiting these so-called “haunted places” make for a fun way of discovering the city. You can find many tour groups [...]
Split’s fish market, known locally as “Ribarnica“, is located along Marmontova street, and is one of the main points of interest within the city. Fresh fish are brought in by local fishermen and the daily offer depends heavily on weather conditions. It opens early in the morning and closes around lunch time, giving locals enough [...]
If you’ve got a craving for lángos, you may want to visit the Fény utca market in Budapest which sells the deep-fried snack. There are two lángos stands in the market, one of the upper floor and the other on the bottom floor. Both offer a wide variety of sweet and savory toppings including the [...]
