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Budapest Metro Price Increase: June 2025

by Anikó Woods | Jun 2, 2025 | Getting Around Hungary, Living in Budapest, Quick Guides & Resources

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...

Hungary’s Economic Growth: Real Talk

by Anikó Woods | Apr 14, 2025 | Beyond Budapest, Living in Budapest, Money & Banking

Living in Hungary has always felt like a bit of a rollercoaster—equal parts scenic views, unexpected dips, and a slightly alarming number of bureaucratic loops. But lately? The ride feels smoother. Faster, even. There’s a buzz in the air, from the heart of Budapest to...

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