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10 Best Things to Do in Budapest for First-Time Visitors

by dmcgaha on March 26, 2025
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Is it your first time in Budapest? Welcome! As someone who moved here in 2017, I’ve…

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Major Races in Budapest for Runners of All Levels

by dmcgaha on March 17, 2025
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Budapest is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world to run in. I’m actually…

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Hungary Is For Lovers–5 Romantic Spots in Budapest and Beyond

by dmcgaha on February 8, 2025
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For all of the cynicism and baggage of Valentine’s Day, the quiet romance of Hungary is…

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Marching With Monsters: Celebrating Busójárás in Hungary

by dmcgaha on January 7, 2025
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When you think of “Carnival”, what comes to mind? Otherworldly parades in Rio? Intricate masks in…

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A Night at the Budapest Opera: Seeing the Nutcracker Ballet

by dmcgaha on December 14, 2024
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Christmas time in Budapest is a glittering affair, and seeing the Nutcracker at the Hungarian State…

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Budapest Break Up Guide

by dmcgaha on December 5, 2024
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Heartbreak sucks. It’s a universal fact no matter where you are. But if you find yourself…

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The Budapest Thermal Baths Ultimate Guide | How to Visit and Where to Go

by dmcgaha on November 24, 2024
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Even after all these years in Budapest, one of my greatest pleasures is spending an afternoon…

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The Ultimate Guide to Budapest Christmas Markets 2024

by dmcgaha on November 10, 2024
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Use this guide to explore all of the major Budapest Christmas markets in 2024.

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Where to Go Ice Skating in Budapest

by dmcgaha on November 2, 2024
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Hands down, one of my favorite winter activities is ice skating. After growing up in a…

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Things to Do for Halloween in Budapest (2024 Update)

by dmcgaha on October 20, 2024
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Although a foreign holiday, Halloween is becoming more and more popular in Budapest. If you’re looking…

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Hey! I'm Denae, a Budapest-based American expat discovering all the opportunities remote work has to offer! Follow along for tips on how to explore and enjoy Budapest--whether you're visiting or making it your new home!

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  • Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich
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  • Major Races in Budapest for Runners of All Levels
Denae | Adventure is Everywhere

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Travel + lifestyle writer ✈️🌎
Living globally, working remotely💻
As seen on @fodorstravel @cnbcmakeit
Doing it for the joy🌻
Anytime I have an identity crisis, this. book. jus Anytime I have an identity crisis, this. book. just. hits. Themes that made me cry this time around? ⭐ Baby, you've got to forgive yourself for past regrets ⭐ The "perfect life" doesn't exist. The things that you think will guarantee happiness, well, you might be surprised. ⭐Even when it feels it's over... it's never over. You always have pieces left on the board🤍 Have you read the Midnight Library? Please I have no one to talk to about this book, hehe
But at first it's just a sensory overload, lol But at first it's just a sensory overload, lol
🇫🇮Let me introduce you to the drink of the s 🇫🇮Let me introduce you to the drink of the summer: Lonkero🇫🇮 Had a recent stopover in Helsinki and my lovely friends introduced me to the Finnish Long Drink. Basically it's a mildly fizzy mix of gin, lemon juice, and grapefruit soda and...could anything sound more refreshing? (Of course, fröccs will always have a place in my heart🍷🇭🇺) If you have any go-to summer drinks, please let a girl knowwww👇
Best Budapest birthday tradition? Sunrise at Fishe Best Budapest birthday tradition? Sunrise at Fisherman's Bastion Worst Budapest birthday present? Getting denied residency 😅 Clear skies that day, but no idea of the storms ahead. What felt like such a confusing heartbreak at the time...well I still don't know why it had to happen this way, but we're not going to quit! There's a phrase my mom always says that has really stuck with me: 🌱 Grow where you're planted🌱...I can't wait to see what flowers are going to come
We're so back 🇺🇸 We're so back 🇺🇸
Blueberry juice and cardamom buns and friendships Blueberry juice and cardamom buns and friendships where it feels like no time has passed at all 🇫🇮
Casual reminder that if you're frustrated and wish Casual reminder that if you're frustrated and wish you could just let it all out...well there's a place for that😉 Thanks for having us, @ragecage_bp #ad
Is there a word for this feeling? When you know th Is there a word for this feeling? When you know the end is coming, so everything becomes a little bit more beautiful. You're able to appreciate it more because you know you're about to lose it. You become so grateful for what it's given you up to this point <3
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