Hungary Man. Spring Break in Budapest with the return in British Airways First Class
Apr 20, 2014, 11:39 am
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Thank you.
May 4, 2014, 5:02 pm
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This is a nice trip report, particularly on the part about Budapest. It makes me want to go and visit. Thanks for posting it!
In GF (the BA F Lounge), the clotted cream is in the cooler next to the cold meats, on the other side of the drink (milk?) dispenser from the scones. If there is none left, ask for more
The scones are good and you can pair them with as many finger sandwiches as you like.
In GF (the BA F Lounge), the clotted cream is in the cooler next to the cold meats, on the other side of the drink (milk?) dispenser from the scones. If there is none left, ask for more
The scones are good and you can pair them with as many finger sandwiches as you like.
May 5, 2014, 12:57 am
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A great TR. I haven't been to Budapest since 2000 and reading and seeing this TR makes me want to go back there - I'd forgotten what an attractive and interesting city it is. My favourite museum in Budapest is one I don't think you covered: the Museum of Hungarian Trade and Tourism. This is a unique look at Hungarian gastronomy and trade. When I visited, the docent was an elderly lady who spoke only Hungarian and German. While my Hungarian isn't all that crash hot (16 diacriticals and digraphs is far too many for one language), my German was up to scratch to discuss the history of catering in Hungary. A true gem of a museum visit.
May 5, 2014, 12:11 pm
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This is a nice trip report, particularly on the part about Budapest. It makes me want to go and visit. Thanks for posting it!
In GF (the BA F Lounge), the clotted cream is in the cooler next to the cold meats, on the other side of the drink (milk?) dispenser from the scones. If there is none left, ask for more The scones are good and you can pair them with as many finger sandwiches as you like.
In GF (the BA F Lounge), the clotted cream is in the cooler next to the cold meats, on the other side of the drink (milk?) dispenser from the scones. If there is none left, ask for more
The scones are good and you can pair them with as many finger sandwiches as you like.A great TR. I haven't been to Budapest since 2000 and reading and seeing this TR makes me want to go back there - I'd forgotten what an attractive and interesting city it is. My favourite museum in Budapest is one I don't think you covered: the Museum of Hungarian Trade and Tourism. This is a unique look at Hungarian gastronomy and trade. When I visited, the docent was an elderly lady who spoke only Hungarian and German. While my Hungarian isn't all that crash hot (16 diacriticals and digraphs is far too many for one language), my German was up to scratch to discuss the history of catering in Hungary. A true gem of a museum visit.
May 8, 2014, 2:22 pm
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Jul 24, 2014, 9:31 am
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A bit late to the party, but I just wanted to say "thank you" for a fantastic trip report. I appreciate your humour, the quip about making the cabin crew in BA First repeat "tom-MAH-to" made me laugh out very loudly. I tend to do the same stateside. Childish it may be, but always makes me smile.
Based on your report Budapest is going right near the top of my future destination list, it looks like a great city and, regretfully, one I have tended to pass by when planning European trips. One for next summer I think.
BA First looked like a good gig, though you have not sold AA to me!
Hope the exams went well.
Based on your report Budapest is going right near the top of my future destination list, it looks like a great city and, regretfully, one I have tended to pass by when planning European trips. One for next summer I think.
BA First looked like a good gig, though you have not sold AA to me!
Hope the exams went well.
Jul 24, 2014, 12:29 pm
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A bit late to the party, but I just wanted to say "thank you" for a fantastic trip report. I appreciate your humour, the quip about making the cabin crew in BA First repeat "tom-MAH-to" made me laugh out very loudly. I tend to do the same stateside. Childish it may be, but always makes me smile.
Based on your report Budapest is going right near the top of my future destination list, it looks like a great city and, regretfully, one I have tended to pass by when planning European trips. One for next summer I think.
BA First looked like a good gig, though you have not sold AA to me!
Hope the exams went well.
Based on your report Budapest is going right near the top of my future destination list, it looks like a great city and, regretfully, one I have tended to pass by when planning European trips. One for next summer I think.
BA First looked like a good gig, though you have not sold AA to me!
Hope the exams went well.
Exams actually went well, I was quite happy with my class rank, thank you for asking.
Jul 25, 2014, 9:45 am
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Cool report and nice pix! Especially of the synagogue.
I've never stepped foot in one, but it's certainly on my to do list.
I've never stepped foot in one, but it's certainly on my to do list.
Jul 26, 2014, 8:25 pm
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Great TR! My husband and I were in Budapest a few years ago while he was on a break from his Peace Corps service in Georgia. Amazing city, and you've captured it perfectly.
Jul 27, 2014, 7:02 am
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Thank you very much, glad you liked the city as much as I did.
Jul 29, 2014, 10:08 pm
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Really enjoyed reading your TR, good sir! Awesome job with the pics, I must say; especially those from BUD. I have yet to visit Budapest, and hope it happens soon **insert a decent J fare** Lol.... P.S. Wanted to quote a couple of pictures, but was having a hard time deciding which I liked best! 
They were all really good!
They were all really good!
Jul 31, 2014, 5:39 pm
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Really enjoyed reading your TR, good sir! Awesome job with the pics, I must say; especially those from BUD. I have yet to visit Budapest, and hope it happens soon **insert a decent J fare** Lol.... P.S. Wanted to quote a couple of pictures, but was having a hard time deciding which I liked best! They were all really good!
They were all really good!- Outbound Flights: 25,000 United Miles ~$5 taxes and fees
- Inbound Flights: 62,500 American Miles ~$400 taxes and fees (Fuel Surcharge)
- BUD Hotel: 88,000 Hilton Points
- IAD Hotel: $80 (reduced to $35 due to customer service issues)
- Food/Transport/Activities: Approximately $300 including airport meals on Monday and Friday. I also came in under budget based on this.
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