Happy Christmas!

Boldog Karácsonyt!

How to celebrate Christmas like a hungarian

Christmas in Hungary is a joyous and deeply cultural holiday, full of ancient folk traditions, delicious foods, and meaningful celebrations with family and friends. Many Hungarian Christmas customs reveal the strong Christian background as well as remnants of old pagan winter solstice rituals.

The Christmas season traditionally begins on December 5th with Mikulás Eve, when children polish their shoes and place them on the window sill hoping St. Nicholas will come and fill them with candy, small toys, and fruit. Some naughty children may find a golden…

December 16, 2023 Budapest, Budapest food, Cooking, Hungarian, Hungary, Traditional food, What to do in Budapest

Gresham Palace – Four Seasons Budapest

Pearl of the Art Nouveau in Budapest

A History and Architectural Tour of Budapest’s Gresham Palace

Just across the Chain Bridge and River Danube on Pest side sits the stunning Gresham Palace – now Four Seasons Hotel. The palace is a true masterpiece of Art Nouveau architecture that reflects its changing roles over the past century and a witness of the city’s rich history.

The site where the Gresham Palace now stands was originally home to the Nákó House, built in 1827. In 1880, the London-based Gresham Life Assurance Company decided…

November 6, 2023 Budapest, Dine out, Dining, eat out, Hungarian, Hungary, Lifestyle, What to do in Budapest

What to do in Budapest in November

Experience the Magic of Budapest in November

Here are some of the best things to do in Budapest this November 2023

Budapest is a charming city that shines in the fall. With fall foliage providing a colorful backdrop, cooler temperatures that are perfect for long walks and sightseeing, and fewer tourists than the peak summer months, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in all that this dynamic capital has to offer.

Soak in thermal Baths

Budapest is known for its famous thermal baths, and they are an absolute…

November 1, 2023 Budapest, Budapest food, Dine out, Dining, eat out, Food, Food festival, Hungarian, Hungary, Wellness, What to do in Budapest

The New York Cafe Budapest

The New York Cafe

The Grand History and Vibrant Heritage of Budapest’s famous cafe

The New York Cafe stands as one of the most iconic and historically significant cafes in Budapest. Located on the grand Erzsébet Boulevard, this cafe exudes an elegant sophistication mixed with the bustling energy of a literary coffeehouse. It has an illustrious history spanning over a century, making it a cultural institution of both Hungary and the cafe society of Europe.

The New York Cafe first opened its doors in 1894 during Budapest’s golden fin-de-siècle era. Designed…

October 24, 2023 Budapest, Budapest food, Dining, eat out, Food, Hungarian, Hungary, Lifestyle, Traditional food, Travel, What to do in Budapest

Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library

Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library

History and Elegance

Nestled within the grand Wenckheim Palace in Budapest lies the Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, one of the most significant libraries in Hungary. Beyond simply housing books, this lavish library space has a rich history intertwined with Budapest’s vibrant literary and intellectual culture. Stepping inside the ornate rooms offers a window into both Hungary’s heritage and the evolving role of libraries in society.

The backdrop to the library is the imposing Wenckheim Palace itself located on Üllői Road. Built between 1874-1880 for the aristocratic Wenckheim…

October 16, 2023 Budapest, Hungarian, Hungary, Lifestyle, What to do in Budapest

Unicum the most unique liquor

UNICUM

Hungary’s Secret Cure-All Elixir

Unicum was originally created by Dr. Zwack as a medical tonic and digestif. Being one Hungary’s…

October 2, 2023 Budapest, Hungarian, Hungary, Lifestyle, Night
Budapest Private Sightseeing Tours and Food Tours by nellicioustravels.com

Why visit Budapest?

Why visit Budapest?

My slightly biased opinion on the subject

You ask why you trust my opinion, since as a Hungarian I am certainly biased about the capital of my country. I have to say that I have been to many places in the world, I have seen amazing places.
I see Budapest’s special appeal in the many cultural influences that have affected the city throughout its long history.

On a short walk through the city, you can come across ancient Roman ruins and street art, Art Nouveau buildings, Europe’s largest synagogue…

September 10, 2023 Budapest, Budapest food, Food festival, Foodie, Hungarian, Hungary, Lifestyle, Traditional food

End-of-summer in Central Market Hall

A taste of the end-of-summer offer of the Central Market Hall in Budapest

Come shopping with me!

The Central Market Hall in Budapest is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, and it’s not hard to see why! During the late summer months, the market is full of fresh, delicious produce that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Peaches, blackberries, mushrooms, pumpkin varieties.. And of course a late summer product that you can’t miss is the delicious Hungarian paprika. In hungarian we have the same word…

September 2, 2023 Budapest, Food, Foodie, Hungarian, Hungary, Traditional food

Párisi Udvar, Budapest

Come with me to a time travel

Let’s visit the charming Párisi Udvar

Today I invite you to a beautiful building that occupies a special place in the hearts of the people of Budapest. Párisi Udvar is a stunning shopping arcade turned into a hotel and is located in Ferenciek tere, in the heart of Budapest.

Built in the early 1900s, the arcade features beautiful Art Nouveau, Neo-Gothic architecture with Oriental elements, and houses a five star hotel, a spa, a cafe, and a restaurant. One of Europe’s most spectacular heritage…

August 12, 2023 Budapest, Budapest food, Dine out, Hungarian, Lifestyle
Enjoy our private tour to the Széchenyi Bath, Budapest!

Meet me at Széchenyi Bath, Budapest

Tired of sighseeing in Budapest?

Spend a perfect day with me at Széchenyi Bath, the largest medicinal bath in Europe.

Széchenyi Bath is one of the most popular thermal baths in Budapest, Hungary. It is located in the City Park, near Heroes’ Square, and was opened in 1913 and features a Neo-Baroque style, with grand columns and ornate decorations..

The bath is named after Count István Széchenyi, one of the most prominent figures in Hungarian history, who was a major advocate for the development of Hungary’s infrastructure, including its thermal…

July 18, 2023 Budapest, Hungarian, Hungary, Water, Wellness