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Best Places to Stay in Budapest

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The best places to stay in Budapest are the V, VI and VII is district. In this post we will analyze what each one of these districts has to offer If you are looking for the best places to stay in Budapest , this guide will explain thoroughly the most convenient districts of the Hungarian capital. Regardless of the purpose of your trip, Budapest offers attractions for all tastes, with its unique history, delicious eateries and busy nightlife. Tourism in Budapest: Overview Budapest is one of the most visited cities in Europe. Divided by the Danube in Buda, to the west and Pest to the east, the Hungarian capital offers various attractions to all kinds of budgets. Hungary has a prime location, right in the middle of Europe, tourists visiting Budapest often visit Vienna and Prague, easily accessible by train. The city’s airport is also showing strong growth in recent years, mostly due to the boom of low cost airlines in Europe. If you are arriving by air check our guide on how to ...

10-Day Itinerary in Greece

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Planning a trip to Greece? Take a look at our 10-day itinerary in Greece so you can make the most of your holidays. Greece is a beautiful country and at the top of many traveler’s bucket lists. Greece has beautiful beaches, fantastic scenery, rich culture, and the food is terrific.  If you haven’t already visited Greece, you need to add it to your list! Greece has so many beautiful places to visit, so how do you choose where to go? You have mainland Greece which is home to cities rich with culture, mountains, monasteries, and archaeology sites. On top of that, there are also around 6,000 Greek islands! The Greek Islands are a significant selling factor for tourists. The water, the sunsets, and the experience are unmatchable to places you might have been before. Many people flock to Santorini and Mykonos, which are both well-known islands and unique places to visit. However, in this 10-day Greece Itinerary, we will guide you through some lesser-known (for now ) places to visit. ...

Where to Stay in Lake Como (2020 • COOLEST Areas!)

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Share or save this post Pinterest Twitter Facebook Lake Como is without a doubt one of the most beautiful regions in Italy. Popular with travellers, it offers fresh air, pristine waters, spectacular mountain views, delicious food, and one of the richest and most interesting history in Italy. But, there are a tonne of different towns in Lake Como and not all of them will appeal to all types of travellers. Budget Backpackers will look for something different than families on vacation – which is exactly why we put together this epic guide for where to stay in Lake Como. Written exclusively for The Broke Backpacker by our expert travel crew, this article looks at the...

9 Tips for Exploring London on a Budget

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Exploring London on a budget is not an easy task, after all, London is one of the most expensive cities in the world. But don’t fret, with a few easy tips and tricks you’ll realize that it’s possible to do without breaking the bank. 1. Choose the Right Neighbourhood   Where you stay plays a huge part in the prices of hotels, restaurants, and attractions around you. Forego staying in London’s expensive areas like Mayfair, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Soho, and Chelsea, and instead opt to stay in Islington, Camden, Shoreditch, or East Croydon instead. 2. Stay in a Hostel or University Housing Even cheap hotels in London are not for everyone, so if price matters more than premium accommodation, you might choose to spend a night in a hostel. There are hundreds of hostels all over London with prices in good neighbourhoods starting at just £15/night. If you are visiting in the summer, consider staying in University housing available for short-term stays for as low as £185...

Germany’s biggest Amusement Park

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The Europa Park Rust in the south-west of the country, is Germany’s biggest amusement park and after Disneyland Paris the second largest one in all of Europe. With a total of 103 rides it attracts over 5,5 million visitors yearly. What makes this park so unique is the deviation into several little areas, each area representing a different country. Attractions The attractions in each section and the places to eat will match with each country, so you can go on the Poseidon waterslide in Greece or on the Da Vinci ride in Italy, have fries in Holland or tea in England. In total there are 13 roller coaster, including a new wooden roller coaster and my personal favourites and one of the biggest roller coasters: the Silver Star and the Blue Fire. The park also offers a lot of shows and events depending on what season so make sure to check the calendar online to not miss any special occasions. A one day entry ticket to the park costs around 47 euros but is definitely worth the mone...