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Where to Find the Best Thrift Stores in Budapest

by dmcgaha on October 8, 2023
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Sziasztok, darlings! Budapest is full of treasures–and that’s especially true when it comes to hidden fashion…

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Magical Harry Potter Themed Activities in Budapest

by dmcgaha on October 1, 2023
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Calling all Harry Potter fans in Budapest! Discover the magical world of Harry Potter with these exciting activities and experiences in Budapest. Don’t miss out!

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Prettiest Fall Walks in Budapest

by dmcgaha on October 1, 2023
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Autumn transforms a city in some of the best ways, and that’s no different during fall…

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Blind Wine Tasting: Wine Mafia

by dmcgaha on August 23, 2022
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By this point, you all should know how much I love wine–especially Hungarian wine. So it…

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New Years Eve Parties in Budapest (2021-2022)

by dmcgaha on December 31, 2021
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Are you ready to have an unforgettable night celebrating New Years Eve in Budapest? I’m the…

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The Best Parks in Budapest

by dmcgaha on May 16, 2021
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Now that the weather is getting warmer, everyone is looking for some fresh air–and these parks…

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5k Runs in Budapest

by dmcgaha on November 11, 2020
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Looking for the best places to run in Budapest? I have a love/hate relationship with running…but…

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Celebrating a Post-Lockdown Birthday in Budapest

by dmcgaha on July 12, 2020
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I recently celebrated my birthday in Budapest, and this birthday took more planning than most–there’s a…

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Budapest Secret Garden Jazz Concert

by dmcgaha on July 5, 2020
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Listening to music from the Budapest Jazzhouse always makes for a good evening, and doing it…

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VLOG: Budapest Christmas Markets

by dmcgaha on January 4, 2020
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Budapest Christmas markets are one of my favorite things about winter in the Hungarian capital. Christmas…

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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!

Recent Posts

  • Cycling Through the City: Joining the I Bike Budapest Bike Parade
  • Where to Rent a Bike in Budapest: Cycle Around the City!
  • The Top 5 Mistakes I See Tourists Make in Budapest (And How to Avoid Them)
  • Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich
  • Goodbye, Budapest
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🌻
Insane that I get to call this state home, but oka Insane that I get to call this state home, but okay! Chowder + melting soft serve + sunsets over the Sound
Fun fun fun Sun sun sun Fun fun fun Sun sun sun
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 🇫🇮
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  • Cycling Through the City: Joining the I Bike Budapest Bike Parade
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  • The Top 5 Mistakes I See Tourists Make in Budapest (And How to Avoid Them)
  • Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich
  • Goodbye, Budapest

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