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Coworking in Budapest: Kubik Coworking Space

by dmcgaha on April 22, 2025
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Are you working remotely in Budapest? Of course, there are plenty of working cafes, but sometimes…

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Cycling Through the City: Joining the I Bike Budapest Bike Parade

by dmcgaha on April 17, 2025
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Hello hello! I just wanted to pop in for a quick minute to tell you about…

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Where to Rent a Bike in Budapest: Cycle Around the City!

by dmcgaha on April 17, 2025
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Budapest is gorgeous from any angle, but cruising around on two wheels is one of my…

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The Top 5 Mistakes I See Tourists Make in Budapest (And How to Avoid Them)

by dmcgaha on April 7, 2025
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1. Not Spending Enough Time on the Buda Side Touring around the Castle District is normally…

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10 Best Things to Do in Budapest for First-Time Visitors

by dmcgaha on March 26, 2025
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Is it your first time in Budapest? Welcome! As someone who moved here in 2017, I’ve…

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Major Races in Budapest for Runners of All Levels

by dmcgaha on March 17, 2025
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Budapest is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world to run in. I’m actually…

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Your Ultimate Budapest Gym Guide

by dmcgaha on March 6, 2025
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Are you shopping around for the perfect Budapest gym? With pricing, location, classes, equipment…there’s a lot…

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15 + 1 of the Best Spots for Budapest Brunch

by dmcgaha on February 16, 2025
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A good brunch can be hard to find. Luckily, I feel like Budapest has a new…

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Save Money in Budapest With This Ultimate Coupon Site

by dmcgaha on January 19, 2025
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Are there any coupon-lovers out there? I love a deal as much as the next traveler,…

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Marching With Monsters: Celebrating Busójárás in Hungary

by dmcgaha on January 7, 2025
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When you think of “Carnival”, what comes to mind? Otherworldly parades in Rio? Intricate masks in…

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Diary of an ex-expat rebuilding life at home after 7+ years in Budapest. Giving you my best travel tips to help you find adventure, whether at home or abroad. The PNW will always be home, but a passport is a terrible thing to waste! Xx Denae

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  • Coworking in Budapest: Kubik Coworking Space
  • Cycling Through the City: Joining the I Bike Budapest Bike Parade
  • Where to Rent a Bike in Budapest: Cycle Around the City!
  • The Top 5 Mistakes I See Tourists Make in Budapest (And How to Avoid Them)
  • Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich
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Ex-expat (🇭🇺) writing about travel, home, and starting again
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"But this is what I always wanted..." I think thi "But this is what I always wanted..." I think this is one of the BIGGEST mental blocks when it comes to starting again. Take it from the girl who dreamt about travel/living abroad since she was 13: Just because something *was* your dream doesn’t mean it always has to fit. When my visa was denied and I had to leave Budapest, I scrambled to find a way to return abroad. But after 3 months in Washington...I'm finding so much happiness from being home. You don't have to lock yourself into an identity (or a place or a relationship or a job). I'm not saying ditch your commitments the second things get hard, I just mean... If it feels like your world is crashing down because one identity is coming to an end, just remember that life was never "one size fits all". There are so many versions of you yet to come, if you let them🤍
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Upsides of being an ex-expat... Anything else you Upsides of being an ex-expat... Anything else you've noticed since returning home?
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Whew the tricks our minds can playyyy! I think on Whew the tricks our minds can playyyy! I think one of the biggest things I'm unlearning is the idea that change is linear, or that things will be black and white. Love how life can let us be totally grateful/melancholy/bewildered all at the same time. If you're also starting again in life, I'm rooting for you! Xx Denae
Whew, because honey, if you're completely starting Whew, because honey, if you're completely starting over in life...😤 been there. You've got this! Here are some prompts you can ask our friend Charlotte! 👇 1. "Based on what you know about me, list 5 strengths I have that will help me in starting over." 2. "What are 5 micro-goals I can set this month to feel progress?" 3. "What small daily wins can I track to rebuild confidence?" 4. "Give me a checklist of things to organize when starting fresh in a new city." 5. "Create a simple financial reset plan for someone starting from scratch." ⭐Bonus ⭐ "List 5 places/groups in (your new town/city) that can help me rebuild my social circle." #lessonsinstartingagain #promptengineering #promptlist
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  • Coworking in Budapest: Kubik Coworking Space
  • Cycling Through the City: Joining the I Bike Budapest Bike Parade
  • Where to Rent a Bike in Budapest: Cycle Around the City!
  • The Top 5 Mistakes I See Tourists Make in Budapest (And How to Avoid Them)
  • Coping with Change: Mental Health Strategies from Psychologist Christina Babich

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