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The Hungarian capital abounds with excellent fine dining spots. Taking influence from the surrounding eastern European countries, as well as the city’s multicultural history (Jews previously made up 23% of Budapest’s population, meaning the city has some of the best Jewish food outside of Israel), visitors can expect to find some of Europe’s most opulent… View Article
Sziget is one of the biggest cultural events of Europe and 400,000 people each year come to the island of the Danube for this multicultural event. Sziget is actually many festivals rolled into one – each venue presents a series of programs and these ‘individual festivals’ cater for lovers of all kinds of music, including… View Article
OCTOBER 11, 2015 The Budapest Marathon was first organized in 1984 and since then more than 40,000 runners have taken part. This race sees over 3,000 taking part in the marathon – the course of which is flat, fast and set in some of the most beautiful parts of Budapest. There are also… View Article
According to a report from Boston Consulting Group, experiential luxury has taken the place of hard goods as the most desired type of purchases. While elite travelers are not necessarily in the position of having to make a choice – you can have it all – Malta-based Corinthia Hotels recently released a series of “Story… View Article
Algarve, Portugal-Reported by Elite Traveler, the private jet lifestyle magazine Acknowledged as the “Oscars of the Travel Industry” by the global media, World Travel Awards is recognized as the ultimate travel accolade, highlighting those travel brands that have made the greatest contribution to the industry over the past year. Corinthia Hotels announced that Corinthia Palace… View Article
Budapest, Hungary – Reported by Elite Traveler, the private jet lifestyle magazine Family-owned Spanish hospitality company IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts announces the grand opening of a new luxury boutique property in Budapest this August. IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Budapest will open as a part of IBEROSTAR’s award-winning Grand Collection, featuring luxury five-star properties located in unique… View Article
InterContinental Budapest, facing an incredible landscape directly on the River Danube and across from Castle Hill and the Royal Palace, announces the completion of a massive renovation project. The refreshing new interior boasts 402 refurbished guest rooms and suites, a new Spa InterContinental, a spaciously updated Club Lounge overlooking the River Danube, and renovations to… View Article
Austrian based business jet operator Avcon Jet is further enlarging its unique sales structure. The ever growing team of Sales Managers in Austria will be increased by local sales representatives in Europe’s capitals to guarantee a more personal customer care. Therefore Avcon Jet is proud to announce the opening of a new branch office under… View Article
WHEN BEST TO GO The warmer summer months of May to September are the most pleasant times to visit Budapest, when temperatures average around 60°F to 80°F during the day. Hungary can become a darker, wetter country on the whole during its winter months, with snow common in December and January. LOCAL CUSTOMS Etiquette… View Article
RENT HELICOPTERS Rent Helicopters offers helicopter charters and tours – so whether you are an executive in a hurry or a celebrity traveling to an event, this company can arrange the fastest and most stylish corporate chartering services by helicopter. Travelers can choose from a diversified fleet, from luxurious to eco-friendly, to get from A… View Article
We asked Budapest’s top concierges to share their personal recommendations for the perfect day JANOS VALCZ CHIEF CONCIERGE, INTERCONTINENTAL BUDAPEST HOTEL +36 1 327 6315 janos.valcz@ihg.com MORNING Start the day with an exquisite culinary experience at the Lukács Cukrászda coffee house where only top quality ingredients are used and breakfast is available every day. Follow… View Article
Elite Traveler has selected the most exclusive VIP experiences GALA DINNER DINING EXPERIENCE Ideally located on the fourth floor of the Rácz Hotel, the terrace of the Royal Suite offers exceptional views of the Royal Palace, Buda Park and the surrounding Pest area. Measuring 5,000 square feet, this private dining space allows for romance and… View Article
Don’t miss out on Budapest’s wealth of attractions, adventures and experiences HEROES’ SQUARE Heroes’ Square, also known as Hosök tere is an important political area in the city and often highlighted as one of Budapest’s must-see cultural landmarks. It can be found bookmarked by the Palace of Art and the Museum of Fine Arts. In… View Article
COTTON CLUB In the heart of Budapest, at the corner of Jókai utca and Weiner Leo utca behind a smoked glass door, there sits a parallel universe called the Cotton Club where the rooms are located underground to evoke the unique atmosphere of the 20s and 30s. The Orpheum Hall is the perfect place for… View Article
There is a wealth of things to do during your visit to the capital city of Budapest. We have picked some of our favorites, so whether it be a cultural visit to one of the many galleries or museums, a dramatic slice of history at the House of Terror or a helicopter ride, there is… View Article
As you would expect from a major destination, Budapest does not disappoint when shopping is the choice of entertainment. With traditional stores alongside modern designer boutiques, we feel the elite shopper will be able to find whatever they are searching for. Here is also Arena Plaza, one of the city’s major shopping districts. ARENA PLAZA… View Article
Discover a world of relaxation, rejuvenation and beauty at these fabulous spas EXPERIENCE SENSORY SPACE Treatments and facilities: With breathtaking design by Simone Micheli, this spa has a black stone swimming pool-Jacuzzi and stunning waterfall and makes for an unforgettable experience. The Experience Sensory Space has a welcoming and relaxing pool, along with music and… View Article
Whether a sumptuous bed, a spectacular view or service beyond compare, choose from our stunning selection. BOSCOLO NEW YORK PALACE Boscolo New York Palace is located in the city center on the Pest side, within a ten-minute drive of the Danube River and only a few meters from the famous Blaha Lujza underground station. Major… View Article