I’ve not become remotely uncomfortable with our national inheritance! This country has done more good for the world than any other. It just needs sorting out now.
Was in Budapest, and other parts of Hungary, in July. Lovely place, felt beautiful and serene; we were there during a celebration of folk dancing with loads of kids from all over the country celebrating the various native groups in Hungary and their traditions. Pride was obvious.
Beautiful buildings and friendly people. Only sad point was that most of the Budapest natives we spoke to were anti-Orban with a common reason being the corruption. Such a pity that, if true, such a nationalist leader should also allow corruption.
As for us I can only hope that Rupert Lowe or Ben Habib get in and turn this country around. It will be very painful as so much damage to undo but the alternative is much worse!
Budapest was my second favourite city on my interrail trip around Europe in the summer of 2010 after Berlin, the architecture is spectacular and the beer was cheap!
Just loved your piece on Budapest. I was blessed to have looked after Goodyear Chemicals Europe interests there in the 80s. This was before the “curtain “ fell in 89 but even in those days it was a beautiful city, even if communism had taken its toll. I have promised myself to return.
I love Budapest. I love Hungary everywhere. Hardly any immigrants.So safe to wander around. I have been there twice. It is my favourite city in the whole world. People are helpful. Did you have tea at the New York Café? It’s next to the Anantara hotel In the city, past the Jewish quarter. A marvellous Art Nouveau huge cafe.
London is a dump compared to Budapest. Dirty, dangerous and depressing.
I have cruised out in and out of Budapest and into the country side of Hungary and it is marvellous. Croatia, Bulgaria and Romania have a way to go but they are refreshingly nationalistic.
It sounds delightful Laura. Who will be our Orban I wonder ?
Poland too is wonderful with many poles leaving the UK to go back home because it's so much safer, clean and relatively immigrant-free.
Fabulous Laura, I was planning to go there soon, now might go sooner!
You've sold Budapest to me. Must go!
I grew up in London in the 60s & 70s (beside Kew Green) when it was still recognisable as the national capital.
Wild horses wouldn't drag me back, now.
From what I can discern, it is what Pres Trump calls a "bleep-hole".
I don't think there is any way back.
I think it can only get worse. Much worse.
Sorry for this depressing monologue.
But, your description of Budapest and Hungary was a little ray of sunshine. Thanks.
I’ve not become remotely uncomfortable with our national inheritance! This country has done more good for the world than any other. It just needs sorting out now.
Was in Budapest, and other parts of Hungary, in July. Lovely place, felt beautiful and serene; we were there during a celebration of folk dancing with loads of kids from all over the country celebrating the various native groups in Hungary and their traditions. Pride was obvious.
Beautiful buildings and friendly people. Only sad point was that most of the Budapest natives we spoke to were anti-Orban with a common reason being the corruption. Such a pity that, if true, such a nationalist leader should also allow corruption.
As for us I can only hope that Rupert Lowe or Ben Habib get in and turn this country around. It will be very painful as so much damage to undo but the alternative is much worse!
Budapest was my second favourite city on my interrail trip around Europe in the summer of 2010 after Berlin, the architecture is spectacular and the beer was cheap!
Berlin is horrible. Bad tempered Arab drivers, unsafe streets, ugly buildings and not so friendly inhabitants.
Dear Laura
Just loved your piece on Budapest. I was blessed to have looked after Goodyear Chemicals Europe interests there in the 80s. This was before the “curtain “ fell in 89 but even in those days it was a beautiful city, even if communism had taken its toll. I have promised myself to return.
Best wishes as always Simon Tilley
Long been on my list of places to visit.
I love Budapest. I love Hungary everywhere. Hardly any immigrants.So safe to wander around. I have been there twice. It is my favourite city in the whole world. People are helpful. Did you have tea at the New York Café? It’s next to the Anantara hotel In the city, past the Jewish quarter. A marvellous Art Nouveau huge cafe.
London is a dump compared to Budapest. Dirty, dangerous and depressing.
I have cruised out in and out of Budapest and into the country side of Hungary and it is marvellous. Croatia, Bulgaria and Romania have a way to go but they are refreshingly nationalistic.