Tourism

Hungary Sees Significant Rise in Tourism in January 2025

The tourism sector continued its upward trend in January, with 1 million guests spending nearly 2.3 million nights at commercial,...

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Tourists Spend Over 240,000 Guest Nights at Accommodations at Valentine’s Weekend

Around 243,000 guest nights were spent at tourism accommodations in Hungary over the Valentine's Day weekend, approximately 20% more than...

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60% of Working Hungarians Took Holiday Trips in Past 2 years

About 60% of economically active Hungarians took at least one holiday trip abroad or in-country in the past two years,...

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Hungarian Tourism Achieves Record Growth in 2024, Nagy Says

Hungary's tourism sector saw unprecedented growth in 2024, with visitor numbers rising 11% to reach 18 million, while guest nights...

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Tourist Arrivals and Overnight Stays Increase in December, Marking Strong End to 2024

Hungary’s tourism sector ended 2024 on a strong note, with both tourist arrivals and overnight stays rising significantly in December,...

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More Trips Abroad Sign of Strengthening Consumer Confidence – Ministry

Increased household spending on travel abroad signals strengthening consumer confidence, the National Economy Ministry said in a press release on...

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Tourism Agency: 2024 Record Year for Hungarian Tourism

Last year was another record year for Hungary's tourism sector, with both foreign and domestic guest numbers as well as...

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Tourism in Hungary at its Highest in Years. Will it Remain in the New Year?

Tourism rates in Hungary are the highest they have been in the past 4 years, and the country is hoping...

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Tourism Nights in Hungary Rise Significantly in October

Hungary saw a robust increase in tourism activity in October, with the number of tourism nights rising 8.5% and tourist...

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Tourism Agency Welcomes Gov’t Proposals on Service Fees, Tips

The Hungarian Tourism Agency said government proposals on service fees and tips would strengthen the competitiveness of the catering sector...

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Emirates Celebrating 10th Anniversary of Flights From Budapest

Emirates first launched flights to the Hungarian capital in October 2014 and it has since carried more than 1.5 million...

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Tourism Accommodation Hosts 500,000 Guests in Fall Break

Tourism accommodations in Hungary hosted half a million guests over the fall school break, 16% more than during last year's...

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Family Association Welcomes Tighter Regs on Short-term Rentals

Young family association Ficsak has welcomed the Ministry of National Economy's plans to tighten regulations on short-term, Airbnb-type rentals in...

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Foreign Tourist Numbers Climb 14% in Summer

The number of foreign tourists who visited Hungary during the summer was over 3 million, rising 14% from the same...

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Ministry, Tourism Agency Present Deregulation Package

National Economy Minister Márton Nagy presented a 16-point deregulation package drafted together with the Hungarian Tourism Agency at a press...

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Twelve Hungarian Hotels Feature in 2026 Michelin Key Selection

Twelve Hungarian hotels have been included in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 Michelin Key selection, with Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace...

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Hungary Tourism Nights Edge Up in July as Arrivals Slip

Nearly 2.5 million guests spent 6.7 million tourism nights at accommodation establishments in Hungary in July, with arrivals down 0.4%...

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Budapest Castle District to Hold Referendum on Airbnb Rentals

Budapest’s District I will hold a referendum on rules governing Airbnb rentals, allowing residents to decide on the future regulation...

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When the Wine Region Comes Alive: Unique Late-summer and Fall Experiences Await in Tállya

Tállya is not a place where time stands still; rather, it is a sanctuary where history, art, and gastronomy blend...

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Hungary’s Tourist Arrivals, Guest Nights Decline in June

Nearly 1.9 million guests spent 4.3 million tourism nights at accommodation establishments in Hungary in June, with arrivals falling 2.2%...

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Somló: U.S. ‘Evangelist’ Gives Global Shout-out to Sheep’s Tail Tourism

In 2014, Kathryn Aronsohn walked into a “hipster” wine shop in Los Angeles and asked to taste “an interesting riesling.”...

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Hotel Karos Spa Looks Beyond Wellness to Year-round Appeal

The town of Zalakaros in south-western Hungary has strengthened its position among Hungary’s leading spa destinations. The Budapest Business Journal...

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Foreign Visitors Drive Hungary’s Tourism Growth in 2025, Says KSH

Hungary’s tourism sector continued to expand in 2025, with foreign visitors providing the main growth engine according to fresh data...

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We Must Offer High Culture Instead of Luxury

Budapest’s USP card may be its ability to attract affluent, culturally receptive upper-middle class travelers who return regularly because of...

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Hungary Tourist Arrivals Rise 2.6% in May, Nights Edge Down

Tourist arrivals at accommodation establishments in Hungary rose 2.6% year-on-year to nearly 1.8 million in May, while tourism nights fell...

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More Travelers Choose Adults-only Hotels for Summer Holidays

Interest in adults-only hotels is growing year by year across Europe, and the trend is also becoming stronger in Hungary,...

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Close to Half of Hungarians Plan Summer Holiday This Year, Cofidis Survey Shows

Approximately 46% of Hungarians plan to go on a summer holiday this year, according to a recently published representative survey...

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Champions League Final Fans in Budapest Warned to Avoid Costly Payment Mistakes

Fans traveling to Budapest for the Champions League final should plan beyond ticket and accommodation costs, as last-minute decisions could...

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Hungary Tourist Arrivals Fall in April as International Nights Decline

The number of tourist arrivals at accommodation establishments in Hungary fell 1% year-on-year to in April 2026, while tourism nights...