The Hungarian capital of Budapest has a long and storied history – as well as the monuments and attractions to back it up – but the city has only recently begun to attract the attention of Britons seeking short breaks in the continent.
According to Karin Jones of the Hungarian National Tourist Office, holidays in Hungary, and especially the capital city, offer tourists a wealth of activities during their travels, and also present a cost-conscious alternative to city breaks in other Western European cities.
“Hungary always offers fantastic value for money for UK visitors as it is outside of the eurozone, making the exchange rate very favourable,” Jones said.
The cost of living in Budapest is also significantly lower than that of other popular holiday destinations in Europe, she said, and visitors can expect to find great deals on food, accommodations and other holiday necessities.
“In Budapest you can find a top class luxury or boutique hotel for a fraction of the cost of something similar in cities like Berlin or Paris,” she said.
A large draw for the small enclave in Eastern Europe is the country’s booming festival culture, where holidaymakers can make special trips to enjoy a cultural break. Whether looking for something with more of a traditional feel or seeing the latest international musical acts, travellers have been flooding Budapest for its diverse festival schedule.
This continues on the general short-holiday trend, with Eastern European destinations such as Prague and Krakow also gaining popularity for city breaks.
