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Awesome 2 days Budapest itinerary with all the highlights (2021 update)

Posted on July 29, 2021February 11, 2024 by Giulia Dal Pont

Are two days in Budapest enough? As an expat in the Hungarian capital for over 7 years, I think that a weekend is barely enough to see the highlights of this wonderful city. There is so much to see in Budapest, and if you follow this 2 days Budapest itinerary, you will be able to…

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A mom’s advice for a great Szentendre day trip with a baby or toddler

Posted on July 11, 2021July 11, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

You have probably already heard of Szentendre, the picturesque village that makes a perfect half-day trip from Budapest (or even a full day). Indeed, Szentendre is a wonderful place to spend a few hours outside of the bustling city. Well, in this post you will learn what to do on your Szentendre day trip with…

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A wonderful day trip from Budapest to Szentendre: a complete guide

Posted on July 4, 2021July 11, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Planning your trip to the beautiful capital of Hungary? If you have three days, consider a day trip from Budapest to Szentendre! Also known as “artists’ village”, this picturesque town located 40 minutes away from Budapest is a wonderful place to spend a few hours outside of the bustling city. I have been to Szentendre…

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Hike to Lake Pianozes, a hidden gem in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Posted on May 9, 2021July 21, 2024 by Giulia Dal Pont

The hike from Cortina city centre to Lake Pianozes has it all: wonderful views of the Italian Dolomites, a pretty little lake surrounded by lush forest, and very little elevation gain. We went on this hike with a stroller for our 4-month-old baby and managed quite easily; we also went again with our Stokke baby…

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What is the best time to visit Budapest: weather, events and cool things to do

Posted on February 19, 2021February 19, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

As you plan your trip to Hungary, you will certainly wonder when is the best time to visit Budapest. It is an important point and there’s a lot to consider! Well, in my opinion, Budapest is always gorgeous 🙂 Yes, I may be biased because, after all, I moved here and love this city. However,…

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How to use Maps.me like a pro

Posted on February 6, 2021February 7, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

When I started wondering how to use Maps.me, I wasn’t even convinced about switching from Google Maps. After all, I’m more of an urban traveller, while Maps.me is great for hiking, right? Well, luckily, my friend, experienced travel blogger, and off-the-beaten-path explorer, Megan, from Packing Up The Pieces, accepted my invitation to show to all…

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The 14 best places to travel with a baby – recommended by family travel bloggers

Posted on January 30, 2021January 31, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

I know you were thinking about it during the pregnancy: what are the best places to travel with a baby? If travel is as important to you as it is to us, I know you want to keep travelling! Don’t worry, it’s easy to travel with a baby: now that your little one is here,…

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The easiest family hike in Cortina with a stroller: the Old Railway

Posted on January 25, 2021April 13, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

The Old Railway “Passeggiata” is the easiest hike for families with children in Cortina d’Ampezzo: fresh air, stunning views of the Dolomites, and very little effort. Without a doubt, the Former Railway Track is the easiest and best hike with a stroller in the Dolomites – even a city stroller with small wheels! If you’re…

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Basic and useful Hungarian phrases for a trip to Budapest

Posted on January 17, 2021June 18, 2023 by Giulia Dal Pont

When you plan to travel to Budapest and Hungary for a few days, it is definitely important to learn a few useful Hungarian phrases and words. Don’t worry, most young Hungarians speak English, and everybody in the tourism and hospitality industry speaks English very well (in Budapest for sure); however, some basic Hungarian will come…

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Minimalist packing mindset: 5 easy tips to pack like a minimalist

Posted on January 9, 2021March 17, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Would you like to learn how to pack like a minimalist? If you’re looking for a magic wand that will make your suitcase light and your packing time short and easy, well, here is the next best thing: our expert tips for a minimalist packing mindset! Minimalist packing is a skill that needs to be…

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I’m Giulia, an Italian expat based in Budapest (Hungary) with my husband Darek and our son Alexander.

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Based in: Budapest, Hungary

2019: Rome (Italy), Oslo (Norway), Krakow and Zakopane (Poland), Rimini (Italy), Cortina (Italy), Szeged (Hungary), Japan and Australia, Rotterdam (Netherlands), Cortina (Italy)

2020: Alex is born! Cortina (Italy) in August, Tata (Hungary) in October, Cortina (Italy) in December

2021: Cortina (Italy) in April, August and December, Warsaw (Poland) in September

2022: Iceland in May, Cortina (Italy) in July

2023: Finland in February, Cortina (Italy) in April, Puglia (Italy) in May, Italy-Liechtenstein road trip (October)

2024: Zakopane (Poland) in February, Tuscany (Italy) in May…

Next dream: Istanbul, Morocco, Japan again, Greece…

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