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Russian cultural life in Budapest

The Russian community in Hungary There is a large Russian expat community living in Hungary. According to a 2011 census, there are roughly 13 000 Russians in the country. 6 000 of these are living in Budapest. There are also several Russian clubs and organisations throughout Hungary, the list of which can be found here. Cultural […]

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Budapest, the city of baths

Budapest is literally teeming with baths and spas. This is thanks to the the innumerable hot springs scattered all around the country. The water bubbling up from these springs is coming from deep underground. It is heated by geothermal activity, that is, the natural heat of the Earth’s core.

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Christian holidays in Hungary

The majority of Hungarians is not a practising Christian nowadays. However, holidays with Christian roots are observed out of tradition. Christian holidays are also state bank holidays, when offices and even most shops close, only restaurants and entertainment facilities are open – for utility providers and traffic operators, these days are like Sundays.

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Bank holidays in Hungary

All Sundays are holidays in Hungary, when most people have a day off. In addition, there are a number of other bank holidays when shops and offices are closed, and most people are not required to work.

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Corporate social responsibility

Give back to your community Corporate social responsibility is recognising that businesses should engage with the environment and communities in which they operate, and strive to function in an economical, social and environmentally sustainable manner. There are several benefits of this attitude to companies. It improves your business reputation and create positive publicity. It also enhances […]

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Helpers Picks

You have probably read a lot about Hungary’s favourable business environment and great infrastructure, but no business stay should be complete without enjoying all that this beautiful and diverse city has to offer. But finding true gems in a new city takes time, effort, and, inevitably, a few run-ins with rip-offs and generic tourist traps. […]

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To trick or not to trick? Halloween in Hungary

Do they celebrate Halloween in Hungary? The question is as tricky as this holiday itself. The short answer is no, they don’t celebrate Halloween in Hungary. Then what do they do instead?

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Team building for productivity – We are going on a company retreat!

In order to create an even better team out of the people working next to each other in our office, team building is essential – that’s why Helpers is going on a company retreat this weekend.

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The best room escape games for foreigners – Things to do in Budapest

When you visit Budapest or live in the Hungarian capital, it is not difficult to find beautiful sights and opportunities for some wellness or great entertainment. But what if you are looking for something more challenging?

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Public transport timetables change soon

1 September marks the start of the school year in Hungary, which means the timetable of many people is going to change. Public transport timetables are also affected. Watch out for any changes on your daily routes.

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