Whit Monday Hungary: Closures, Customs & Calm
I'm writing this from our little winehouse in the countryside, where the only sound is birdsong and the occasional flap of Sümi’s oversized ears as she chases butterflies. Yesterday’s drive down was another story entirely - Whit Monday in Hungary has clearly evolved...
Budapest Airport Rail Link: Is it Finally Happening?
The Budapest airport rail link is officially underway and if you live in Hungary, it’s worth paying attention. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or simply tired of the 100E bus circus, this new connection between Liszt Ferenc Airport and Nyugati Station could...
Életmentő App: The Must-Have Emergency App in Hungary
I don’t usually make sweeping declarations. But this one’s easy: everyone in Hungary should download the Életmentő app. Not just foreigners. Not just pensioners. Not just people who like wandering off into the woods with questionable mobile signal. Everyone. And yes,...
Budapest Metro Price Increase: June 2025
It’s 29 degrees before lunch, I’m juggling prep for an AI event I’m hosting this Wednesday, and I’ve just boarded the tram to a morning meeting - only to realise my go-to single ticket now costs more. As of 1 June 2025, the Budapest Metro price increase is officially...
Ragweed Fines in Hungary: Surprise! You’re Responsible
When we bought our countryside cottage, I expected the usual homeowner chores: clean the gutters, trim the trees, keep the spiders out of the wine glasses. I knew ragweed from Canada, but I didn’t expect that in Hungary, you could actually be fined just for having it...
Hungary Countryside Home Deals: Get a Flat for (Almost) Free?
It’s Monday, and I’m still running on the quiet rhythm of a perfect Sunday. Andrew and I spent the weekend in the countryside, specifically Badacsony, which delivered its usual mix of volcanic hills, lake views, and just the right amount of wine. Back at my desk now,...
EUPR Rejections in Hungary: Time to Act
I’m not an immigration lawyer, but I’ve spent years immersed in Hungary’s immigration system. I write about it, share updates with expat communities, and work closely with legal experts to make sure the advice I pass on is solid. Much of what’s in my ebook comes from...
Emergency Phone Alerts Hungary: Pings and Panic?
Today I’m working from our co-working space at Kálvin tér in Budapest, enjoying the napi menü (yes, túrós csusza again, some habits are worth repeating). But while my lunch was traditional, the news definitely wasn’t. Parliament just passed a new law on emergency...
Hungary’s New Property Law Is Here: Final Draft
After months of speculation, leaked proposals, and heated debates, Hungary’s controversial Local Identity Protection Act - also known as the Településvédelem Törvény - is no longer just a political talking point. On 13 May 2025, the final draft of Hungary’s New...
TikTok Live: Hungary Property Law and Expat Q&A
Hungary property law is changing—again. If you’re planning to buy a home, already own property, or just want clarity on what’s happening in 2025, join me for a live Q&A on TikTok this Saturday at 2pm CET. I’ll be unpacking what’s going on with Hungary’s proposed...
21 Dog-Friendly Beaches in Hungary: Take the Plunge
There’s something about being a dog owner in Hungary that makes you more... seasonally strategic. I’ve got Sümi, my 2.5kg diva who thinks puddles are an existential threat - so no, you won’t catch her at any of the dog-friendly beaches in Hungary. But my sister’s dog,...
Hungary Train Changes: What’s New for Passengers in 2025
A spring ride to Tapolca Although I’ve spent plenty of time around Lake Balaton, I usually travel there by car—usually along the familiar curve of the M7, with a podcast playing and a boot full of supplies for the weekend. But this week, I’m doing something different....
I’m Anikó Woods, a Canadian-Hungarian who’s been knee-deep in life here since 2017 - bureaucracy, culture, and everything in between.
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