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Fall cliches the Budapest way

by dmcgaha on October 4, 2017
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A Saturday walk on Margaret Island led me through all of my favorite fall cliches. Crisp…

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To the Market

by dmcgaha on September 5, 2017
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The walk home from work brought one of the little victories I’ve come to appreciate in…

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Festival Season–Vingardium Wine Festival

by dmcgaha on September 2, 2017
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When I found out I’d be arriving in Budapest in late August, just shy of summer music…

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The Low Down

by dmcgaha on August 31, 2017
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In case you’re curious… What am I doing, again? I get the confusion. One minute I’m…

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A Change of Tide

by dmcgaha on August 19, 2017
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We start with the sea. This is the first day of the Rest of My International…

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One Last Sunset

by dmcgaha on August 16, 2017
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I started this blog with a question: What now? Freshly returned from a whirlwind trip around…

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One Street Town

by dmcgaha on August 14, 2017
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We small town girls are peculiar. Sometimes all we crave is the electricity and opportunity of…

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Misadventure: Day Date Gone Wrong

by dmcgaha on August 8, 2017
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Is it possible to stand yourself up for a date? When you show up Sunday afternoon…

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Creative Crush: Team Shaw Photography

by dmcgaha on July 2, 2017
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A few weeks ago I put on my favorite white minidress, stepped out into weather that…

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Lip Sync Glory–Hello

by dmcgaha on June 21, 2017
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I could start waxing poetic about turning lemons into lemonade, but instead I’ll just say 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!

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  • 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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