60 result(s) for jewish heritage
Hungary Reclaims Illegitimately Used Compensation Funds From Claims Conference
- 28 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The US organization, Claims Conference, appointed in 2007 to disburse funds to holocaust survivors of Hungarian origin living abroad, has to date failed to render a legitimate account of the compensation funds that the Hungarian State provided for holocaust survivors, Government Commissioner András Levente Gál informed the US and Israeli Embassies today.
Wallenberg Commemoration In Budapest
- 25 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- community & culture
"U.S. Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues Douglas Davidson and U.S. Ambassador to Hungary Eleni Kounalakis attended the opening ceremony of the joint Hungarian-Swedish commemoration marking the centennial of Raoul Wallenberg’s life on January 17 at the National Museum.
Special Xpat Interview: Andrew G. Vajna: RIP
- 20 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
World famous Hungarian-born Hollywood Film Producer Andrew G. Vajna granted this exclusive interview with XpatLoop.com in Budapest. He shared insights with us about his childhood in Hungary, his love for cooking with fresh Hungarian ingredients, and his dream of experiencing life in the time of the Pharaohs.
New Israeli Cultural Institute In Budapest
- 27 Oct 2010 2:00 AM
- community & culture
"September of 2010 saw the cultural montage of Budapest enriched with another shade: the Israeli Cultural Institute is now open. Concerts, exhibitions, language courses, film screenings, theme nights, club events and get-togethers await Hungarians and Israelis alike beyond the threshold of the house at Paulay Ede Street.
Event Review: Historic Opening Of Continental Hotel Zara In Budapest
- 29 Sep 2010 9:45 AM
- travel
On the evening of Wednesday 22 September around 500 formally dressed guests attended the official opening ceremony of the Continental Hotel Zara in Budapest. This listed-building has recently received Euro 50 million worth of renovations to create a blend of art nouveau; art deco and modern design, all of which still manages to respect the tradition of the first baths built on this site in 1827.
Escape From Budapest To Tel Aviv With Malév - Part 2
- 4 Feb 2008 6:03 AM
- travel
With so much amazing history running through my imagination I set out to visit Jerusalem and Bethlehem, leaving my suitcase at the hotel at Tel Aviv in the safe keeping of the kind porters, who wouldn't accept a tip.
Hungary Reclaims Illegitimately Used Compensation Funds From Claims Conference
- 28 Aug 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The US organization, Claims Conference, appointed in 2007 to disburse funds to holocaust survivors of Hungarian origin living abroad, has to date failed to render a legitimate account of the compensation funds that the Hungarian State provided for holocaust survivors, Government Commissioner András Levente Gál informed the US and Israeli Embassies today.
Wallenberg Commemoration In Budapest
- 25 Jan 2012 8:00 AM
- community & culture
"U.S. Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues Douglas Davidson and U.S. Ambassador to Hungary Eleni Kounalakis attended the opening ceremony of the joint Hungarian-Swedish commemoration marking the centennial of Raoul Wallenberg’s life on January 17 at the National Museum.
Special Xpat Interview: Andrew G. Vajna: RIP
- 20 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
World famous Hungarian-born Hollywood Film Producer Andrew G. Vajna granted this exclusive interview with XpatLoop.com in Budapest. He shared insights with us about his childhood in Hungary, his love for cooking with fresh Hungarian ingredients, and his dream of experiencing life in the time of the Pharaohs.
New Israeli Cultural Institute In Budapest
- 27 Oct 2010 2:00 AM
- community & culture
"September of 2010 saw the cultural montage of Budapest enriched with another shade: the Israeli Cultural Institute is now open. Concerts, exhibitions, language courses, film screenings, theme nights, club events and get-togethers await Hungarians and Israelis alike beyond the threshold of the house at Paulay Ede Street.
Event Review: Historic Opening Of Continental Hotel Zara In Budapest
- 29 Sep 2010 9:45 AM
- travel
On the evening of Wednesday 22 September around 500 formally dressed guests attended the official opening ceremony of the Continental Hotel Zara in Budapest. This listed-building has recently received Euro 50 million worth of renovations to create a blend of art nouveau; art deco and modern design, all of which still manages to respect the tradition of the first baths built on this site in 1827.
Escape From Budapest To Tel Aviv With Malév - Part 2
- 4 Feb 2008 6:03 AM
- travel
With so much amazing history running through my imagination I set out to visit Jerusalem and Bethlehem, leaving my suitcase at the hotel at Tel Aviv in the safe keeping of the kind porters, who wouldn't accept a tip.