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Gastronomy Festival, Buda Castle, 4 - 6 July
"Culinary adventures from the Settlement to our days - the Festival of the first Hungarian white-table order.
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'The Desire For Beauty', Hungarian National Museum, Until 3 August
"The culture of clothing in Hungary between 1700 and 1815 - European fashion had been shaped by French kings, queens and their lovers since the reign of Louis XIV. Paris remained the center of this leadership for centuries, and has kept its position ever since.
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Forecast for Morning
Becoming fair with winds from the northwest at 20 mph and gusts up to 33 mph.
Categories: Budapest Weather
Forecast for Afternoon
Fair with winds from the northwest at 20 mph and gusts up to 33 mph.
Categories: Budapest Weather
Forecast for Evening
Fair with winds from the northwest at 30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph.
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Forecast for Overnight
Fair with winds from the northwest at 20 mph and gusts up to 31 mph.
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'Renaissance Waxworks', Budapest, Váci Utca 31/c
"Have you ever tried to imagine how life could have been more than 500 years ago in the court of the legendary King Matthias Corvinus during Hungary’s most glorious age?
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Boat from <b>Budapest</b> to Vienna
I read about a 5-1/2 hour boat trip on the Danube from Budapest to Vienna. Has anyone ever taken this trip. Or, does anyone have any other suggestions on how to get from Budapest to Vienna. Linda.
Categories: Budapest Blogs
Superstars At Zamárdi Balaton Sound Festival, 10 - 13 July
"After last year’s successful debut Balaton Sound, the new festival of Sziget Cultural management gave a new meaning for the „Balaton Summer experience”.
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Refine me, Jennifer Knapp
I'm enjoying this process of getting calloused fingers from guitar playing. My first song (and it may be the only song) I can do without looking at the guitar is by Jennifer Knapp called "Refine Me". It's an oldie and used to be one of ...
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Sofitel <b>Budapest</b> (*****) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €283.60
Set in the heart of Budapest, on the bank of the Danube, the Sofitel Budapest offers breathtaking views of the Chain Bridge and the Royal Castle. The hotel is 22 km from Ferihegy Airport and 3 km from the main railway stations. ...
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Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal (*****) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €327.67
Behind its distinguished façade, located in the heart of Budapest, the old Grand Hotel Royal has been transformed into the superb, modern Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal. This new hotel has become the finest in Budapest and has set a new ...
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InterContinental <b>Budapest</b> (*****) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €333.33
After exploring the city, enjoy the wealth of facilities at the InterContinental Budapest. Take a dip in the indoor pool or unwind with a massage. Feeling rejuvenated, head to the restaurant, where you can enjoy exquisite cuisine while ...
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Kempinski Hotel Corvinus <b>Budapest</b> (*****) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for <b>...</b>
With its striking modern architecture a symbol of modern Budapest, this hotel is situated in the centre of the financial and shopping district, only a few steps from the Danube. In the past few years, people have been rediscovering the ...
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Le Meridien <b>Budapest</b> (*****) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €363.33
Le Meridien Budapest is one of the newest five star hotels of the capital. It is a real jewel ideally located in the historic downtown, in the cultural, shopping and business center. Only 30 minutes drive from Budapest`s international ...
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Best Western Hotel Art (***) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €162
Formula 1 Special Offer - Double Room. Including breakfast. Our completely restored hotel sits in the heart of Budapest and was once a meeting point for famous Hungarian artists.
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The call at 2 am
It's currently 3:45 am in the morning and I'm about to heat up some water and make a cup of coffee. I guess I'm going to start my day. I was in the middle of a dream--saying "good-bye"-- when my friend from the West Coast called to say ...
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In <b>Budapest</b>, Pride and Terror as Two Gay Businesses Burn
Last week in Budapest a gay bar was torched, leading gay media and local activists to voice concern that more gay businesses might be targeted. This week, that’s exactly what happened. Action bar was firebombed June 27, ...
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Juditapartment Hotel (***) on Thu Jul 31, 2008 for €89
Double / Twin Room. Excluding breakfast. Judit Apartments is located downtown, in quiet and safe surroundings, just two minutes walk from River Danube. It is easily accessible both by car and public transportation. ...
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