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 […]
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 […]
Summer is in full swing in London, with so many activities and events for you to enjoy. To be honest, there’s so much going on that you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice. So to help you cut through the noise in the big smoke, here are our must-attend events in London this August. Vegan Vibes […]
When summer finally comes around and the sun decides to grace us Londoners with its presence, you can count on us to take full advantage of the opportunity, and what better way is there than a good ol’ picnic in the park! Whether it’s a quick lunchtime bite, or a long day out over the […]
Getting a good memento to take from your travels is a must, but finding something unique beyond postcards and fridge magnets is quite the challenge. Our local insider Jordan loves small design concept stores and has found some awesome spots on the Buda side, where you can get something special. I am a sucker for […]
Budapest is renowned for its culture, history, thermal springs, goulash and cheap alcohol. However, beyond the bathhouses and palinka, Budapest is home to a strong coffee culture that has been slowly brewing behind the scenes. Stroll through the city and you’re bound to stumble upon a speciality coffee house where you can grab a cuppa […]
It was my first weekend back and Sam was in town. Being the considerate friend that I am I devoted absolutely no time at all to thinking about what to do once he got here. Luckily my girlfriend Alexa has lived in Budapest for 29 years. I sometimes joke that she is the ‘Local’ and […]
The cocktail culture in Europe is thriving, with a plethora of city’s packed with amazing bars where you can sip something special. The undisputed champion of them all is Barcelona, with the capital of Catalunya being home to a cocktail scene that would rival any other city in the world. There is an extensive number […]
Barcelona is most definitely a dog-friendly city, which means that your four-legged friend can tag along to alot of the places you go to, perfect for me and my partner in crime Pepe. Here are our top picks for dog-friendly places in Barcelona where you can, chill, pig-out and unwind, accompanied with your pooch. Espai […]
Good street art is like good poetry in that it challenges your perspective. There is plenty of mediocre street art nowadays; urban beautification doubling as commercialist sludge. But the cream of the crop remains brilliant. Nowhere does this ring truer than in Budapest. The Danube flows with graffiti paint and perhaps this explains why it is […]
