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The Staycation—Long Weekend in Hungary

by dmcgaha on June 19, 2018
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When I first moved to Budapest to teach English, I thought I would head to the…

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A Walk in the Park

by dmcgaha on May 28, 2018
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What’s the best part about working in a school? Field trips. And after getting past the…

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Hungarian Lessons: Hagyomány

by dmcgaha on April 5, 2018
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Hagyomány Hadh♦oh♦ma♦neey Tradition Also titled: “Why I came home from preschool smelling like cheap perfume” The…

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Hungarian Lessons: Ünnepel

by dmcgaha on March 15, 2018
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Ünnepel (oo♦neh♦pehl) Celebrate I tried to be a part of the festivities of Hungary’s Revolution Day…

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Saturday Afternoon

by dmcgaha on March 10, 2018
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Hungarian Lessons: Virag

by dmcgaha on March 8, 2018
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Virag: (Vee ♦ Rahg) “Flower” My reminder came in the form of a five year old’s…

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Hungarian Lessons: Szabadság

by dmcgaha on February 20, 2018
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Szabadság : (Sah ♦ bahd ♦ shag) “Freedom”; “Liberty” I was on the edge of indecision,…

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When Christmas Comes Early

by dmcgaha on December 6, 2017
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Here’s a cultural twist for you: in Hungary, baby Jesus brings presents on Christmas Eve, so…

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Weekend Update

by dmcgaha on December 4, 2017
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Seeing as I’ll be out of town next weekend, I tried to enjoy some old and…

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First Snow

by dmcgaha on November 29, 2017
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If you could have gotten my preschoolers to tear their faces away from the window this…

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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

  • Save Money in Budapest With This Ultimate Coupon Site
  • Marching With Monsters: Celebrating Busójárás in Hungary
  • A Night at the Budapest Opera: Seeing the Nutcracker Ballet
  • Budapest Break Up Guide
  • Hungarian Vs. American Christmas: 5 Differences
Denae | Life Abroad in Budapest and Beyond

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Travel + lifestyle writer ✈️🌎
Living globally, working remotely💻
Traveling (sometimes), romaticizing life (always)
Hungarian 🇭🇺 skills are rusty, but still eno Hungarian 🇭🇺 skills are rusty, but still enough to spill the tea! We're saying everything and nothing at the same time!
Sometimes a rainy day calls for a wine tasting! @v Sometimes a rainy day calls for a wine tasting! @vailwineshop is a community staple with the coziest living room feel, serving up Washington wines! Pop in for a tasting after exploring the rest of downtown Coupeville!
I had a lot of these 'pinch-me' moments while on m I had a lot of these 'pinch-me' moments while on my group ski trip with @hofnarexperience (if you saw me crying tears of joy on a mountaintop in the French Alps, no you didn't!). ⭐Not only because I finally managed to get off a ski lift without face planting (hallelujah), but also because simply being there was a dream come true. Even though I grew up in Washington, the distance and finances of skiing made it basically inaccessible. I've said it before--this isn't a classic 'budget travel' account, but I do believe in budgeting for the travel experiences that'll bring you joy! So when a friend told me about Hofnar, a group ski trip where you can show up solo, book a spot in a luxury chalet, make instant friends, and still enjoy the Alps, I was IN. ⛷️Have you ever wanted to do a ski holiday?
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🇩🇰Visiting Copenhagen at Christmas?🇩🇰 🇩🇰Visiting Copenhagen at Christmas?🇩🇰 I'll always suggest a city break to Copenhagen (and not just because I spent a magical semester here during college with DIS). But around Christmas, it's extra special. Here's a 5-step itinerary! ❄️1. Visit the Christmas markets These are some of my favorite Christmas markets in Europe. Such a warm and rosy glow! Some of the major ones are: -Tivoli Gardens Christmas Market -Nyhavn Christmas Market -Højbro Plads Christmas Market -Kongens Nytorv Christmas Market -Hans Christian Andersen Christmas Market ❄️2. Get a sweet treat You must have a Danish in Denmark Skt Peter's bakery is supreme! Tucked on a back street, you can try all the Danish classics here at the bakery that's been around since 1652! ❄️3. Visit the Glyptotek Museum Bonus trivia--this is my favorite museum in the world😍 There's an amazing collection of paintings and sculptures--not to mention the gorgeous Winter garden. This is the perfect place to keep warm for an afternoon. ❄️4. Go gift shopping The Danes know how to decorate for Christmas! Stop by @notredamecph for a souvenir to take home. ❄️5. Try a traditional Danish Christmas dinner This meal is so warm and comforting, with Flæskesteg (crackling pork) front and center. Nothing measures up to my host mom's,but the cute and cozy bistro @dinabarkafe made a beautiful meal as well! Bonus: The Danes have a special beer that only comes out around Christmas. Give it a try! #christmasmarkets #copenhagen #visitcopenhagen #copenhagenchristmas #europechristmasmarkets #travelblogger #christmastravel
Would you move to Arizona if it meant you could ha Would you move to Arizona if it meant you could have sunny Saturday farmer's markets basically year round?🥹 If you believe some of life's simplest joys are an iced coffee, local pastry (or two), and a walk in the sun, I'm glad you're here😘 📍Scottsdale Old Town Farmer's Market | Saturdays October 5th - April 26th: 8am-1pm May: 8-12pm June: 7-10am
I went on this group ski trip with strangers to we I went on this group ski trip with strangers to well...ski. (And live out an alpine fantasy!🗻🚡). The week of meeting new people, taking proper ski lessons, and exploring Morzine was a dreeeeeam...Would go back just for the fondue, tbh!
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