Last winter, a woman on a travel forum asked for help with a 36 hour trip to Bratislava. She had purchased a discounted airline ticket from her home in England and planned a quick getaway. “What would you do?” Someone… Read More ›
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Gödöllő Palace, Habsburg Opulence in Rural Hungary
A day trip to Godollo, Hungary to view the opulent Hapsburg palace and hunting lodge.
The Hungarian Parliament Building
The diminutive country of Hungary, weighing in at just under 10 million people, is home to the third largest parliament building in the world. Consequently, some Hungarians have coined the phrase, “little country, big parliament” (to which a few add… Read More ›
Why DO I Write This Blog?
A few months ago, I created a “Start Here” for The World in Between. After 155 posts, I needed something to describe who I am and what my blog is about. The “Start Here” section helps readers catch up quickly… Read More ›
Reminders of Jewish Life in Mád, Hungary
If you arrive in Mád by train, expect a tepid welcome. As we stood on the platform, the town sign loomed threateningly over the tiny rail station. Alongside the road to the village, an abandoned factory, one of thousands strewn… Read More ›