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Wizz Air goes cashless

Wizz Air goes cashless

Starting April 1, 2025, Wizz Air will eliminate the option for cash payments on its flights. Passengers will be required to pay for onboard purchases using bank cards or digital payment methods such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Android Pay, and Google Pay.

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The Most Scenic Tram Route in Budapest: Tram #2

The Most Scenic Tram Route in Budapest: Tram #2

One of the best ways to soak in Budapest’s beauty is by taking a scenic journey through its tram network. Out of the many tram routes traversing the city, there's one route that stands high above the rest in terms of its picturesque views - Tram #2.

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Is Wizz Air Priority worth it?

Is Wizz Air Priority worth it?

When traveling with low-cost airlines, every additional service comes with an extra fee. One such service provided by Wizz Air is the Priority service.

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M1 motorway to expand between Budapest and Győr

M1 motorway to expand between Budapest and Győr

The Hungarian government has approved a significant investment of 800 billion HUF for expanding the M1 motorway section between Budapest and Győr.

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Hungary in talks for Swiss train purchases

Hungary in talks for Swiss train purchases

János Lázár, Hungary’s Minister of Construction and Transport, has announced that discussions are ongoing with Switzerland about the potential purchase of a substantial fleet of trains.

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MÁV issues record 128,000 HUF fine for no train ticket

MÁV issues record 128,000 HUF fine for no train ticket

In 2024, the Hungarian State Railways (MÁV) reported issuing fines for ticket evasion, with a total of 24,100 incidents recorded last year. In a noteworthy case, one passenger was fined a staggering 128,000 HUF, setting a record for the highest penalty.

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Dogs and bikes travel free on MÁV trains plus Budapest VOLÁN busses and HÉV

Dogs and bikes travel free on MÁV trains plus Budapest VOLÁN busses and HÉV

From January 1, 2025, dog and bicycle transport will be free on the MÁV Group's trains, the HÉV lines (H5, H6, H7, H8, H9), and select VOLÁN bus routes within Budapest.

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BKK removes some passes, MOL Bubi increases prices in 2025

BKK removes some passes, MOL Bubi increases prices in 2025

Starting January 7, 2025, several types of transport passes will be discontinued, as announced by the Budapest Transport Center (BKK) on Monday.

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