Halloween in Hungary 2025: From Barely There to Big Deal
When Pumpkins Arrived in Budapest When Andrew and I first moved to Hungary eight years ago, Halloween barely registered on the cultural calendar. You might find a small display of plastic bats in a supermarket or a lonely pumpkin or two at the market, but that was...
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...
In Hungary? Here’s What to Expect on March 15th
A Day of History and Celebration March 15th in Hungary is one of the most important national holidays. It marks the anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, when the country rose up against Habsburg rule. It’s a day of remembrance, pride, and a fair bit of...
Welcome to The H2H Insider
Welcome to The H2H Insider Hungary is many things—stunningly beautiful, endlessly fascinating, occasionally infuriating. But above all, it’s a place that keeps you on your toes. Whether you’re planning to move, already here, or just curious, The H2H Insider is where...
I’m Anikó Woods, a Canadian-Hungarian who’s been knee-deep in life here since 2017 - bureaucracy, culture, and everything in between.