

Peter Houlihan
@petewsh61
American looking for information about Hungary
Forum posts
19
Contacts
8
About me
American
Lives in Sunderland
Speaks English, Hungarian, German
Registration: 08 May 2011
Activity

Buying airfare for Hungarian friend to US - Cheapest Options?
I would like to buy an airline ticket for a friend to come to the US later this summer. Someone told me it may be cheaper to buy the ticket in forints from a Hungarian agency than to book in dollars from Expedia or Kayak. Any advice? Thanks, Pete. Read More

Birders and Bird clubs in Budapest?
I am looking for birders or bird clubs in Budapest. I already know about MME. I am looking for amateur organizations. Please let me know if you have any info! Thanks, Pete. Read More


british food by dhall905
Can anyone tell me where to buy british foods in Budapest ?

The Caledonia Pub serves "British" food. It is usually packed with Brits and Scotts. Someone there should be able to help you. http://www.kaledonia.hu/index.php?lang=en Read More

Dental Work - Need a crown
I'll need some dental work that I can do either before or after my six weeks in Budapest. 1) Should I do it Hungary? 2) Does anybody know a reputable dentist who can fit me with a crown? Prefer someone who speaks some English, but I speak ... Read More


So what brings you to Hungary? by GuestPoster116
I'm curious how everyone ended up in Hungary. (sorry if this is old news, I'm new to the forum) Some people think I'm crazy for leaving the "wonderful amazing perfect and glittering" United States for "stupid old Hungary", and I can't seem to ...

I only come for six weeks at a time each summer and wish I could live in Budapest half time. Why do I come? 1) My dad has Irish roots, but my mom was born in Hungary (Baja). I love to hear and speak Hungarian. I was raised by Hungarians so part ... Read More


Rice milk or almond milk? by petewsh61
I can't drink milk and water and musli don't mix. Anywhere close to the Budapest city center I can buy some rice or almond milk? Thanks!

Thanks for all the replies! Read More

Rice milk or almond milk?
I can't drink milk and water and musli don't mix. Anywhere close to the Budapest city center I can buy some rice or almond milk? Thanks! Read More


Eye Glasses, Shoe Repair, Cellphone near Oktogon? by petewsh61
Looking for a reliable place to buy eyeglasses and to repair a leather boot near the Oktogon. Anywhere in the Belvaros would also do. Also, I lost my cellphone on the flight over here and I need a cheap cellphone. In the US you can buy cheap ones ...

Thanks for all the great advice! Read More

Eye Glasses, Shoe Repair, Cellphone near Oktogon?
Looking for a reliable place to buy eyeglasses and to repair a leather boot near the Oktogon. Anywhere in the Belvaros would also do. Also, I lost my cellphone on the flight over here and I need a cheap cellphone. In the US you can buy cheap ones ... Read More


Wildlife Conservation in Hungary? by petewsh61
I am looking for persons interested in wildlife conservation in Hungary. I am looking for expats and Hungarians who know something about Hungarian biodiversity, the administration of Hungarian natural areas, and the types of challenges Hungarian ...

Sophy, that would be a fair trade! Read More


Wildlife Conservation in Hungary? by petewsh61
I am looking for persons interested in wildlife conservation in Hungary. I am looking for expats and Hungarians who know something about Hungarian biodiversity, the administration of Hungarian natural areas, and the types of challenges Hungarian ...

Szocske, thanks for the comment! I will reply to your generous email soon. Read More

Wildlife Conservation in Hungary?
I am looking for persons interested in wildlife conservation in Hungary. I am looking for expats and Hungarians who know something about Hungarian biodiversity, the administration of Hungarian natural areas, and the types of challenges Hungarian ... Read More