March 15th National Holiday In Hungary

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"March 15th is our national holiday when we commemorate Revolution and the following War of Independence against the Austrian-Habsburg rule in 1848-49. more »
Budapest Expat Actor Preparing To Perform & Run, For Charity

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Mike Kelly is one half of the Madhouse Theatre Company, which has been entertaining audiences here in Hungary for the past ten years. On 21 April 2010 the Merlin Theatre Budapest will stage a unique charity event by presenting the popular play 'One S... more »
Vodafone Makes Massive €18,000 Donation To Charity Appeal

it & telco news »

Telco Vodafone Hungary has become the biggest single sponsor of the Marathon Effort For SOTE II (a fund-raising exercise which will see two local expats run almost six marathons in six days across the Sahara desert), with a massive donation of €18,00... more »
Hungary Becomes Majority Owner Of Malév Again, Increases Capital

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"Hungary has carried out the capital increase at Malév on Thursday and so it has become the 95% owner of the airline. The remaining 5% stake remained at Airbridge Zrt., Finance Ministry spokesman Ferenc Pichler told local newswire MTI. more »
'Museum+ Event', Museum Of Fine Arts, 18 March

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"We invite visitors to the Museum on Thursday evenings, with longer opening hours, a Jazz Salon, guided tours and special programmes. more »
Far-Right Jobbik Almost Catches Up With Hungary's Socialists In Popularity

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"Support for Hungary’s main opposition party Fidesz and the ruling Socialist Party (MSZP) has dropped moderately in March relative to the first two months of 2010, while far-right Jobbik increased its voter base, the latest poll of Szonda Ipsos showe... more »
'Cinetrip Switch And Glitch Party', Millenáris, 20 March

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"Following the Tele-Vision party at the former headquarters of the Hungarian TV, where a several-storey high LED installation re-presented Cinetrip’s idea of live broadcasting in the 21st century, at the exhibition celebrating the digital switchover,... more »
Real Estate Sale And Purchase Contracts In Hungary: What to include?

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One of the biggest decisions and undertaking in life is purchasing a new property. The reason can be either moving to a new home or buying a property with the aim of investment. However only a few of us are aware of the necessary terms and conditions... more »
'One Set To Love', Merlin Theater, 21 April

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"Two close friends, one woman, a tyrannical father and a melancholic butler. A passionate love triangle, jealousy, betrayal, lust, murder, intrigue and... Frolics. The box office receipts from this performance will go to charity, more »
'From Degas to Picasso', Museum Of Fine Arts, Until 25 April

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"The nearly sixty works of art to be exhibited in the Museum of Fine Arts from the beginning of 2010 are Impressionist and Abstract masterpieces borrowed from the collection of the Pushkin Museum, Moscow. more »

Daily Articles

Now Showing In Budapest: 'Whip It!'

"Bliss is dragged to beauty pageant by her obsessed mother. This is not what she wants and when she discovers the world of roller derby, she jumps in and starts to skate. She has to keep this from her parents but when her secret gets out, she has to ... more »
Fresh Film In Budapest: 'The Lovely Bones'

"Centers on a young girl who has been murdered and watches over her family - and her killer - from heaven. She must weigh her desire for vengeance against her desire for her family to heal." more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Agora'

"A historical drama set in Roman Egypt, concerning a slave who turns to the rising tide of Christianity in the hopes of pursuing freedom while also falling in love with his master, the famous female philosophy professor and atheist Hypatia of Alexand... more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Book of Eli'

"Eli is a warrior not by choice by necessity. He seeks only peace but if he is challenged, he will cut his attackers down. His hope is for the future and he does what he must to survive and continue. Carnegie is the self-appointed despot of thieves a... more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Everybody´s Fine'

"A widower embarks on an impromptu road trip to reconnect with each of his grown children only to discover that their lives are far from picture perfect." more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Alice in Wonderland'

"19-year-old Alice returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat and, of course, the Mad Hatter... more »
Fresh Film In Budapest: 'Pandorum'

"Two crew members are stranded on a spacecraft and quickly - and horrifically - realize they are not alone. Two astronauts awaken in a hyper-sleep chamber aboard a seemingly abandoned spacecraft. It's pitch black, they are disoriented, and the only s... more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'The Young Victoria'

"Victoria is in line for the throne but she is being controlled everyone around. She makes changes and marries Albert. There are problems in the lives but when Albert protects her from an assassin's bullet, Victoria realizes how much he loves her. Af... more »
Now Showing In Budapest: 'Shutter Island'

"Two U.S. marshals are summoned to a remote and barren island off the cost of Massachusetts to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a murderess from the island's fortress-like hospital for the criminally insane." more »
Fresh Film In Budapest: 'Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans'

"Terence McDonagh is a drug- and gambling-addled detective in post-Katrina New Orleans investigating the killing of five Senegalese immigrants." more »

Current Movies

'One Set To Love', Merlin Theater, 21 April

"Two close friends, one woman, a tyrannical father and a melancholic butler. A passionate love triangle, jealousy, betrayal, lust, murder, intrigue and... Frolics. The box office receipts from this performance will go to charity, more »
'The Subways', A38 Budapest, 30 March

"Ever since the Welwyn Garden City based trio launched themselves onto the music scene in 2005, with their debut album ʻYoung For Eternityʼ, they seemed destined for greater things. Their second album in 2008, ʻAll Or Nothingʼ, ensured the band were here to stay. more »
'The World Of Video And Media', Labor Gallery, Until 18 March

"Last week a retrospective historical review of two tv-series of Hungarian State Television: Videovilág and Mediamix opened in Képíró str., Budapest, in "Labor" Gallery. The exhibition is on view till 18 March, 2010, between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on workdays. more »
'Yamato Drummers', Budapest Congress Center, 22 - 26 April

"Yamato is coming! The drummers of Japan bring their brand new show, Matsuri Fiesta to Budapest. more »
'Cinetrip Sparty', Rudas Baths Budapest, 6 March

"In the third month of 2010 – be it cold, rainy or sunny –total relaxation and spring fever-chasing is ensured by Cinetrip in a twisted Milne atmosphere. Hot hip shaking and cool-pool-fooling in 4 rooms – 2 with pools and 2 on dry land, where DJs and VJs entertain bathe... more »
Missing Some Stand-Up In Budapest?

"Stephen Grant, the famous British comedian and radio presenter best-known for hosting the Krater Comedy Club at Komedia in Brighton, England, which won the Chortle Award for Best Comedy Club in the South from 2002 to 2009, is coming to Budapest again. more »
Ben Hur Live Date In Budapest Changed Again

"Multimedia, the local promoter of Ben Hur Live show in Budapest announce with regret that due to financial failure of the producers, the German Art-Concerts GmbH, the spectacles of 27/28 February as well as the other European shows will be postponed. A new company took... more »
'ŽAGAR ', Trafó, 27 February

"With this title Incomplete Synopsys they want to represent undefinable music career. After some pop success and the mainstream adventures they are trying to bridge the gap between their older experimental tracks and their new conception. more »
'Harlem Globetrotters', Budapest Sports Arena, 23 March

The world-famous basketball show of the Harlem Globetrotters will be staying in Hungary for two days.The team, which plays more than 300 matches each year and wins 98% of them, will surely not disappoint us. more »
Rod Stewart Free Concert In Budapest, 26 June 2010

This British legend, a fixture on the pop music scene since the 60s, will perform in Budapest next summer at the annual 'Connection Concert'. more »

Video News

First St. David's Day Festival In Budapest, 1 March 2010

Around 200 Xpats joined guests of honour HM Ambassador Dorey and President of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Professor Pálinkás, at the first celebration in Budapest of the Welsh National Day.After entertaining opening speeches, Matt Foster, of s... more »
St. David's Day Celebration by XpatLoop.com

More photos of this event shot by XpatLoop.com using a Sony SLR digital camera.Click here to see the videos of the event more »
St. David's Day Celebration, Guest Photo Gallery

Photos of event guests by guest Sanjiv KumarClick here to see the videos of the event more »
'Budadogs - Run By Xpats', Budapest 2010

How did the idea come to your mind to found this organization?After living in Budapest for a year we it became increasingly clear that there is a big problem with the homeless dog population here. We decided that, although only as a drop in the ocean... more »
'Lorry Drivers & Bitches', West Balkán, Budapest, 26 February

Source: programmagazin.hu more »
'Taste Hungary Meet The Winemaker Dinner', Kashmir Indian Restaurant, 25 February

"Winemaker Katalin Hudácskó from Tokaj poured a range of nine of her Tokaj wines (including an aszú eszencia as the finale) at this dinner which paired her wines with a five course Indian meal at Kashmir. While Tokaji wines are usually... more »
Hunguest Hotel Pelion, Tapolca 2010

"HUNGUEST Hotel Pelion is situated in the city centre, in a 4-ha-large park, directly above the cave ideal for curing respiratory diseases. Unique in Europe is the direct connection between our hotel and the grotto."More from the source: Hunguest Hot... more »
'JAM Saturday', Jam Pub, 20 February

Venue: Jam PubAddress: Budapest, Lövőház u. 13. Mamut 2., -1. levelSource of photos: programmagazin.hu more »
'People from Ibiza', Symbol, 5 February

Source of photos: programmagazin.hu more »
'Big Burns Supper In Budapest', Corinthia Grand, 30 January

Organisers of the 13th annual Budapest Burns Supper, a charity fund raiser held at the Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal on Saturday 30 January, say it raised “more than Ft10 million” on the night.The evening, held in honour of Scotland’s national bard, Ro... more »

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Education, Translation - by Janos Szegedi, 12 March

Language teacher with 30 years experience gives Hungarian, German and Spanish lessons to English speakers. Lessons at your home or office. Translations of all kind, help in any official arrangement in Hungary. T: 06702961600 more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

A beautiful 2 and a half roomed unfurnished apartment with american style kitchen is for rent in the 13th district. There is great transportation facilities in the area! Rental fee: 110 000 HUF more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Susan Simonffy, 12 March

Large, newly renovated, tastefully furnished, cosy, bright apartment (50sqm) is available in the heart of Buda, just at the foot of the Castle Hill. One of the best location in the city. It`s a 5min walk from the flat and you are in the Buda Castle. Plenty of green parks around. The apartment has wooden floors, high ceiling, fully fitted large ki... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

In the 6th district?s newly built development KIR&#193;LY UDVAR, a 60 sqm, fully furnished 7th floor apartment with a large balcony looking at the inner garden is for rent. The building has 24 hr reception and security service and the common cost includes monthly average of the heating cost. The price includes an underground parking space ... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Tamara Balazs, 12 March

Luxury Apartment to let Brand new 68m2 apartment available for rent immediately in Duna Pest Residences. The apartment consists of 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and separate laundry room . The apartment has been fully furnished to a high standard and the common cost includes use of the gym and pool and squash courts. The co... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

In the RIVERLOFT complex, , located on the bank of the Danube, a 6th floor, unfurnished, 47 sqm apartment with a 10 sqm balcony looking at amazing view of the river and the hills of Buda is for rent. The comlex has a gym, swimming pool and 24hr reception and security service. Rental fee: 100 000 HUF + 20 000 HUF parking space more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by Ronnie Horváth, 12 March

Excellent location, right at the bottom of Margareth bridge, 1 bed apartment for rent. Fully furnished, nice, clean apartment on the first floor, street view. Rent: 400 / month. more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

Close to the pulsing heart of the historical Budapest at Andr&#225;ssy &#250;t, we offer fully furnished apartments for rent. The apartments are from 56 to 161 sqm, with 1 to 5 bedrooms. The building radiates an atmosphere of exclusivity and luxury, and with its magnificent flower gardens, is a green island in the centre of the down... more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

In the Riverside apartment building, int he 13th district a 7th floor, 40sqm studio apartment with panoramic view is for rent. It is fully furnished and has air conditioning as well. Rental fee: 85 000 HUF + 20 000 HUF for parking space and storage space. more »
Real Estate Rentals & Sales - by ILDIKO VARGA, 12 March

in the 13th district, a 66 sqm, 3 roomed, 3rd floor newly built apartment is for rent. There are 2 bathrooms and an American style kitchen. The building has 24 hour reception and security services and a gym. Included in the price is an underground parking space as well. Rental fee: 135 000 HUF more »

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Xpat Interview: Doug Rudnicki

I am language arts teacher at The American International School of Budapest, Nagykovácsi. I am the organizer of The Fourth Annual Short Story Contest. It is a nation-wide English writing contest, in which students ages 12-19 create original works o... more »
Xpat Interview: Dr. Ryan James

Ryan has a Masters degree in Social Work and still holds a California license as a Clinical Social Worker. He earned his doctorate at the University of San Francisco in International and Multicultural Education with specializations in teacher educati... more »
Xpat Interview: Éva Polgár

Born in 1983, Éva Polgár started her piano studies in 1990. In 2001, she was admitted to the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, where her teacher was Hamsa Al-Wadi Juis. Éva finished her studies in Helsinki in 2008, and at her diploma concert was honoured... more »
Xpat Interview: Paul Garrison

Paul Garrison is the former Managing Director of Coca-Cola Hungary and prior to that was the Marketing Director for the Coca-Cola East-Central Europe Division headquartered in Vienna. He established twelve separate regional marketing teams across twe... more »
Xpat Interview: Declan Hannigan

Co-founder of Jam Film, your friendly local production company. Declan initially studied Physics; which he recovered from by studying film; he has spent the last 12 years writing and directing for the corporate and commercial worlds and has managed ... more »
Xpat Interview: Christopher Mattheisen

Born in 1961. Degrees in economics from Indiana University, Bloomington and Columbia University, New York. First came to Hungary in 1990 to start consulting company for business analysis and strategic planning. From 1993 to 1996 was the fou... more »
Xpat Interview: Esther Holbrook

Esther Holbrook is a Budapest-based writer and a human-rights activist. Born in Carmel, California, her family became Californian immigrants to Oregon when she was five years old, and Holbrook considers Ashland, Oregon, USA her hometown. She gradua... more »
Xpat Interview: Stan Ward

Stan Ward is a lecturer in the American Studies Department at ELTE University, Budapest. Stan received a B.A. in English Studies from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and his M.A. in Applied Linguistics from The University of Sout... more »
Xpat Interview: Bronwen Rees

Bronwen Rees is the founder of the East West Sanctuary at Nagykovacsi near Budapest. This is a centre for contemplative inquiry into the conditions of our changing world, and brings together experts, thinkers from all quarters of the world, and from ... more »
Xpat Interview: Alex Stemp

My name is Alex Stemp. I am from England. I was born in 1969 in Newcastle. I have lived in York and in Cambridge. I have been living here in Budapest since 2003. I am a self employed landscape gardener. I am married to Eszter who is a lawyer and we h... more »

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