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The Ultimate Notting Hill Carnival Guide 2019

20th August 2019

London is a massive melting pot with people from all corners of the globe calling the big smoke their home. This magnificent mashup of cultures is what makes London so special and no event better signifies and celebrates this fact than the iconic Notting Hill Carnival. Every year since 1966 the streets of West London […]

Ultimate Guide to the 20th of August in Budapest

18th August 2019

The 20th of August, just another day for most people, but for Hungarians it holds great significance. It was on this day in 1083 that the beloved King István (Stephen in English) died, five days after offering the state to the Virgin Mary on his deathbed. Also known as St. Stephen’s Day, this national holiday […]

A Crusade Through Catalonia

15th August 2019

Barcelona is a tremendous city, but it is not Catalonia. Is that a bold claim for an outsider to make? Perhaps. Yet, the region has so, so much to offer outside of its biggest city. On my 6 day drive around the Cata-lands I spotted Roman relics along the coast of Tarragona, sipped effervescent Cava in […]

Discover Budapest’s 11th District

12th August 2019

I may be a little bit biased because I think the 11th district is the best place in the city and not because I just happen to live there. I moved to the 11th district over a year ago now and I wouldn’t even dream of living elsewhere. I love the vibe of the people […]

The Best Outdoor Swimming Spots in London

9th August 2019

London never did strike me as a place for outdoor swimming, so I was pleasantly surprised to find out that the capital actually boasts several fantastic al fresco swimming spots. The trend first came about in the 1930s, which prompted councils to set up hundreds of outdoor pools (or as we call them lidos) across […]

What’s Happening in Budapest: August

7th August 2019

Summer is in full swing in Budapest, and there are so many amazing events taking place in the city for you to enjoy. From wine, music and culture, there’s something for all. Check out our top picks for the best events happening this August in Budapest. Sziget Festival Every August thousands of partygoers descend to […]

Lumas Gallery: The Liberation of Art

5th August 2019

Budapest isn’t known for its arts, which is quite sad as the city is buzzing with creative energy, visible in the form of street art and the many galleries scattered around the city. However, when it comes to contemporary and photographic art, Lumas Budapest is the go-to gallery that’s leading the way. Art in the […]

The Ultimate Sziget Festival Survival Guide 2019

1st August 2019

Sziget. Sea-get. Kinda. That’s the one. A festival of fun beneath the sun. First thing’s first let’s discuss where the festival takes place and how you can plan on getting there. Getting There “Sziget” means Island in the Hungarian language and the festival predictably takes place on a chunk of land surrounded by water. Right […]

What’s Happening in Barcelona: August

31st July 2019

August is quite a quiet month here in the city, locals head off on their vacation, and believe it or not A LOT of businesses close for the month…But fret not, we have gathered some of the coolest things to do in Barcelona in August. El Pez 20th Anniversary El Pez is one of the […]

3 Ways to See Budapest off the Beaten Trail

29th July 2019

If you want to spend most of your time downtown by the Danube, I get it. But just in case you happen to be a cultured, adventurous and interesting person here are some great ideas to get you wandering further afield. 1. Aquincum and the Római Beach Budapest was Roman territory once upon a time. How […]

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