26 result(s) for hungarian opinion in Getting around
Budapest’s Bike-Sharing Network Bubi Gets 20% Extension This Summer
- 18 Jun 2015 2:45 AM
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BuBi, the Hungarian capital’s bike-sharing network, is to be extended further this summer, with 22 new collection stations, 616 docking units and 50 new bikes being added on to the already existing system. The roughly HUF 180 million in delay penalties collected by the Centre for Budapest Transport (BKK) is to be spent on the development of the BuBi system and enlarging its area of operation, ...
Xpat Opinion: Uber Frustrated Taxi Drivers In Budapest
- 26 Mar 2015 1:35 AM
- getting around
Uber is a ridesharing service that recently showed up in Hungary. Taxi companies are understandably frustrated and Uber further provokes them with tiny things like free weekends. Not so long ago, Hungary’s taxi fares have been unified regardless of which company you choose.
Court Upholds Police Decision Banning Road Blockages In Budapest
- 16 Feb 2015 8:00 AM
- getting around
On Thursday the Budapest Regional Court upheld a police decision prohibiting the obstruction of roads within Budapest and elsewhere in the country planned by Zoltán Büki for March 1. The civil activist plans to turn to the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. In the meantime, Büki and fellow organizers are modifying some of the locations and shortening the duration of the planned action ...
Hungary’s Dispute With EC On Road Tenders Continues
- 25 Nov 2014 8:00 AM
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Hungary hopes to persuade the European Commission not to impose a large fine in connection with road tenders, deputy state secretary Nandor Csepreghy said on Monday, after the commission notified the Hungarian government of its final opinion that it intends to fine Hungary retroactively to 2007.
Kossuth Square Reopens Renewed On Saturday
- 13 Mar 2014 11:02 AM
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Hungary will celebrate one of its most important national holidays this Saturday, March 15. It’s the anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, a freedom fight that became a war of independence against the Austrian Empire. The March 15 holiday is always special, but this year will be especially so because the festivities will include the reopening of the completely renovated Kossuth Square ...
Top 10 Things To Do In Budapest
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
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Budapest is one of the most vibrant and culturally esteemed regions in the world, surrounded by a truly idyllic landscape. This makes it a sought after tourist destination for many. If you are planning a trip to Budapest, here are ten of its most popular attractions.
Xpat Opinion: Top 7 Tips For Renting A Car In Budapest
- 5 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest, Hungary is an idyllic destination, with plenty to offer for all, from the avid traveller to the ardent businessman. Renting a car whilst in Budapest enables you to experience this city at your own liberty and travel around at your own leisure. Before renting a car, read these seven tips which will ensure your trip is full of adventure yet stress-free.
Xpat Opinion: The Failure Of Széll Kálmán Square Budapest Plan Reflected In The Budget 2014
- 18 Oct 2013 9:00 AM
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In spring, 2011, to demonstrate to the European Union that the country is capable of obviating the excessive deficit procedure, the Hungarian Government announced the Széll Kálmán-Plan, then a year after the Széll Kálmán-Plan 2.0. By scale these represented restrictions amounting to HUF 1,500 billion. In its analysis, the Policy Agenda checked, to what extent the Budget 2014 reflects the ...
Introducing Kemenes Volcanopark Visitor Center – Celldömölk, Hungary
- 29 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- getting around
The Kemenes Volcanopark Visitor Center opened on the 22nd of April in 2013. The building was built next to the Sag hill, and with its architectural style and theme is unique in Hungary and the nearest countries. In the museum you can learn more about the giant power and size of volcanoes and how fast a volcano can erupt, through modern touch screens. The screens and tablets show the visitor how ...
Budapest’s Bike-Sharing Network Bubi Gets 20% Extension This Summer
- 18 Jun 2015 2:45 AM
- getting around
BuBi, the Hungarian capital’s bike-sharing network, is to be extended further this summer, with 22 new collection stations, 616 docking units and 50 new bikes being added on to the already existing system. The roughly HUF 180 million in delay penalties collected by the Centre for Budapest Transport (BKK) is to be spent on the development of the BuBi system and enlarging its area of operation, ...
Xpat Opinion: Uber Frustrated Taxi Drivers In Budapest
- 26 Mar 2015 1:35 AM
- getting around
Uber is a ridesharing service that recently showed up in Hungary. Taxi companies are understandably frustrated and Uber further provokes them with tiny things like free weekends. Not so long ago, Hungary’s taxi fares have been unified regardless of which company you choose.
Court Upholds Police Decision Banning Road Blockages In Budapest
- 16 Feb 2015 8:00 AM
- getting around
On Thursday the Budapest Regional Court upheld a police decision prohibiting the obstruction of roads within Budapest and elsewhere in the country planned by Zoltán Büki for March 1. The civil activist plans to turn to the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. In the meantime, Büki and fellow organizers are modifying some of the locations and shortening the duration of the planned action ...
Hungary’s Dispute With EC On Road Tenders Continues
- 25 Nov 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Hungary hopes to persuade the European Commission not to impose a large fine in connection with road tenders, deputy state secretary Nandor Csepreghy said on Monday, after the commission notified the Hungarian government of its final opinion that it intends to fine Hungary retroactively to 2007.
Kossuth Square Reopens Renewed On Saturday
- 13 Mar 2014 11:02 AM
- getting around
Hungary will celebrate one of its most important national holidays this Saturday, March 15. It’s the anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, a freedom fight that became a war of independence against the Austrian Empire. The March 15 holiday is always special, but this year will be especially so because the festivities will include the reopening of the completely renovated Kossuth Square ...
Top 10 Things To Do In Budapest
- 21 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest is one of the most vibrant and culturally esteemed regions in the world, surrounded by a truly idyllic landscape. This makes it a sought after tourist destination for many. If you are planning a trip to Budapest, here are ten of its most popular attractions.
Xpat Opinion: Top 7 Tips For Renting A Car In Budapest
- 5 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest, Hungary is an idyllic destination, with plenty to offer for all, from the avid traveller to the ardent businessman. Renting a car whilst in Budapest enables you to experience this city at your own liberty and travel around at your own leisure. Before renting a car, read these seven tips which will ensure your trip is full of adventure yet stress-free.
Xpat Opinion: The Failure Of Széll Kálmán Square Budapest Plan Reflected In The Budget 2014
- 18 Oct 2013 9:00 AM
- getting around
In spring, 2011, to demonstrate to the European Union that the country is capable of obviating the excessive deficit procedure, the Hungarian Government announced the Széll Kálmán-Plan, then a year after the Széll Kálmán-Plan 2.0. By scale these represented restrictions amounting to HUF 1,500 billion. In its analysis, the Policy Agenda checked, to what extent the Budget 2014 reflects the ...
Introducing Kemenes Volcanopark Visitor Center – Celldömölk, Hungary
- 29 Aug 2013 9:00 AM
- getting around
The Kemenes Volcanopark Visitor Center opened on the 22nd of April in 2013. The building was built next to the Sag hill, and with its architectural style and theme is unique in Hungary and the nearest countries. In the museum you can learn more about the giant power and size of volcanoes and how fast a volcano can erupt, through modern touch screens. The screens and tablets show the visitor how ...