You should really do an in depth video on what Housesitting entails, you've talked about it before, but like from start to finish, like Contact with the host, questions, your normal duties on a day to day basis, how you get around and how you leave at the end, etc.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Great idea! We will add something like that to our list. Thank you! Cheers!! 🍻
@Travelingnoypifam4 ай бұрын
I agree!!! Would love to know more about your housesitting experience.
@DebDeRosa4 ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning those who have mobility issues. For us older nomads that can be important.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!!! ❤️
@hollyLV7024 ай бұрын
I could tell you enjoyed Budapest by the number of videos and posts. I can’t wait to get back to Hungary and enjoy. ❤
@sf34134 ай бұрын
This sounds like a place we would want to visit a few times per year or even just move to. Walking, 4 seasons, etc... what a win!!!
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We would agree. We had everything that we needed. We would even to the thermal baths next time we go. Hopefully it won't be overcrowded and 90 degrees outside. 😁
@jackiemanderson20804 ай бұрын
When my daughter went to Europe for 3 weeks after her 1st year of college, Budapest was her favorite place too. Looks like it needs to be on my bucket list now. Great video. Thanks.❤
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching, Jackie! ❤️
@smileystevie96624 ай бұрын
Thanks, Brian & Carrie. We love Budapest.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thak you for watching! ❤️
@roberthalverson39874 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the details in this budget video.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching 😊
@staciebrooks13284 ай бұрын
A favorite place of ours. Enjoyed the video very much! Thanks for sharing.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching, Stacie! ❤️
@croberts7094 ай бұрын
We were there in May and loved it. Felt like we had to tippy toe around politics with the locals, especially about Ukraine, although I got the feeling most citizens don't agree with their gov't on that issue. Thanks for the video!
@Steve-o2w4 ай бұрын
Following you two for some time now. Love your videos and advice. We're headed to Budapest for the fifth time next week. Can't wait to see where you're headed to next.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
You will have a great time, Steve! We are heading to Mexico September 1st. Looking forward to the cuisine! 😁 Safe travels!
@morgan974754 ай бұрын
We enjoyed Budapest during early December. Yes, it was pretty frakin' cold, but that's what you need when visiting Christmas markets, which are everywhere in the city. Beautiful city. We'd happily go there again.
@RaduRadonys4 ай бұрын
Budapest is for me the second best city to live in Europe (after Vienna). I might be biased because it's just a few hours drive from my city, but I loved every stay I had in Budapest and Vienna so far :) Nice video guys 🍻🍻
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thanks, Radu! Always nice to hear from you!!
@Positivecuriosity464 ай бұрын
Agree Radu…Vienna is our favorite especially since we speak the language.
@Iusuallydontcommentbut...4 ай бұрын
I am happy you like my hometown! :) About health care, if you are a tourist and something go wrong, you will be fine. If you live here the problem is with the health care system is one: it is not free, it is built in tax in our salary and it is mandarety to pay if you are an employee (it is quite a big chunk of my salary) the second problem is the hospitals are really beat up(there is a game even: is it chernobil or a Hungarian hospital?) , and there is a shortage of doctors and nurses (they not earn enough money and the left the country or the choose other career.) Becaouse they are overwhelmed usually they are grumpie and rude, it is hard to find a nice and conscientious doctor. Lot of the time you have to go to a private doctor for good care.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you for adding this to the channel! We loved your city and everything Budapest had to offer!! ❤️
@johncarter85394 ай бұрын
You two are hilarious! Awesome video! Can't wait to visit Budapest! Thanks!
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you, John!! 😊
@karenrichey60744 ай бұрын
Like the Lacoste shirt 😊
@telluwide55534 ай бұрын
As far as health care, don’t forget, most European countries have universal health care. So the waiting times, etc usually apply to locals on the system. If you go in as a foreigner either paying cash(surprisingly affordable) or with private insurance, you can basically go to the front of the line since doctors and hospitals consider these "extra" money and gravy....
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Good point! Thank you for adding this to the channel! It is surprisingly affordable outside the US!
@ChristyandDan4 ай бұрын
Love Budapest!!
@elizaC30244 ай бұрын
Great video guys. We will have to look into adding Budapest to our future trips.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Eliza!
@GG-qv1ny4 ай бұрын
Great info - Budapest is on my list for next year. Where do you list your accommodation recommendations?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We know longer list our accommodations. We have run into problems in the past doing so. 😔
@robertmcfarlane41514 ай бұрын
Well you make it very easy to like Budapest, and I am very impressed with the lack of dollars with transportation. Walking everywhere is so impressive. This is on my list. The Home Sitting is a really good idea, and you likely get better quality than you would with vrbo or airbnb. Still viewers experiences may vary. It doesn't mean that you should explore it. Safe travels back home. Cheers
@maryclebeau4 ай бұрын
Another wonderful video-trip🙏😎🦋💐
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@MyLifeinSpain8884 ай бұрын
Hi guys, Thanks for another nice video. I am pleased you liked Budapest when I worked in Bratislava, I often went there on my days off and always had a good time. Enjoy your time at home with your family, and I look forward to the videos from Mexico. I am thinking of buying a Peak Design 3v for my backpack to hold my Canon M50 II. My question is, do I really need it, or should I use a DJI pocket c🎉amera or GoPro? . Kind regards, Mark
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Hi, Mark. I didn't like my Peak Design to hold my camera. They work great for hiking and quick access but walking around a city I found it cumbersome. The DJI or GoPro take great video and we use our phones for pictures. Now, as you know, we are carry-on only, so we take that into account as well. Thanks, Mark!
@MyLifeinSpain8884 ай бұрын
Thanks! That helped, I will use the DJI pocket and not carry my camera when I am out and about.😊
@ShakTuala4 ай бұрын
Should you decide to make Europe your home check out the Netherlands. Your country has a great joint program with the Dutch. It's called DAFT. I am not an American but I live in the Netherlands and I love it.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tip!! ❤️
@shirleywendland94794 ай бұрын
Hey Brian and Carrie, We are heading to Bellingham in August and was hoping you could recommend a couple of really good Mexican Restaurants to try. Love watching your videos. Thanks
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Jalapeños is the most popular, but the best is Coa Mexican Eatery. You can also try El Suenito Brewing Company for some really good tamales! Thank you for watching!!
@shirleywendland94794 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Thanks so much!
@Bridgesontheroadtravel4 ай бұрын
Thanks for this useful breakdown. We'll be in Budapest in September and also keep an eye on what a 3 month stay might cost for places we'd like to go back to.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
You'll have a great time! Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
@Bridgesontheroadtravel4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie we're looking forward to it, currently in Sarajevo, making our way through the Balkans before Bulgaria, Romania and Hungary
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Sounds awesome!! We enjoyed Sarajevo and don't miss Brasov in Romania.
@RaduRadonys4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Thanks for the recommendation Carrie ( or Brian :) )
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Brian...😊
@TexasDoug3934 ай бұрын
I think I could easily work Budapest into a side trip if I pursued my circling the Adriatic retirement fantasy.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
You could and you should, Doug!! 😁
@Mr.S654 ай бұрын
I think it’s very easy to live in Portugal. Within Hungary and Portugal, which one would you choose? You’ve basically lived in both countries.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We still really like Portugal. 😊
@ianwhittaker30414 ай бұрын
Hi guys, quick question about food poisoning and problems with stomach issues when you eat the food on your travels. How often have you had stomach pains and food poisoning and is there more of a problem in some countries or types of vendor (street food for example) than others? They say don't drink the local water, but it's often not possible as vegetables & fruits are often washed in it, then there's ice used in drinks - any thoughts there too? Thanks :)
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We have never had any issues that you mention, we do use Larq water bottles to filter water. Knock on wood, we will be in Mexico this fall! 😁
@HGills4 ай бұрын
What do you mean you were 'gifted' the house sit ? Also how did you coordinate the dates of your planned trip to fit perfectly into the house sit - you mention you already had accom booked were able to house sit instead, which meant you would have already had your dates set with flights in and out of the country. How do you make house sit dates then fit into those travel dates after the fact ?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
One of our viewers heard us mention we were going to Budapest and offered us their apartment while they are home in the States. We canceled our other accommodations.
@JackMelqart4 ай бұрын
well, healthcare is a mixed bag, in Hungary healthcare is social based, so a portion of your income is deducted by default, to pay for that, now the system is underfunded and there are not enough doctors nurses and supporting staff, cos of the not so stellar wage, and worsening hours to do. thus appointment dates are usually around 2 months, until its found out what you have, then the times get normal for the stuff you have, but before you get there is not fast. on the other hand we also have private hospitals but they are not covered by the social based system, so you need to pay for that from your pocket, but the waiting times are way better.
@Mr.DJones4 ай бұрын
Thank you. :)
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thank you, David!!
@kpoulter35864 ай бұрын
Love your videos. In Budapest, is there a particular district(s) that you would recommend to stay in?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We would stay close to the historic areas by the river on the Pest side. We have two other videos on Budapest that may help you make a decision that works for you. Thank you for watching!! 😁
@dannybaker87524 ай бұрын
Any inner district is fine. 1,2, 5,6,7, inner 8, and 13 are all very nice. Even 11 and 3 are fine - you just hop on the metro for a couple miles and you'll be right in the center.
@jamiechampion40164 ай бұрын
How much work was the house sit? My daughter did a lot of pet sitting to pay for trips during high school. I would be open to making this an option for future travel. Thanks!
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
This one wasn't really a house sit where we were doing much of anything. Typically you will have a pet to watch, but we've found this adds to our experience instead of taking away. You can check out the sits available for free here:trustedhousesitters.pxf.io/c/3563316/1555723/18144
@TravelingToday-yu9gv4 ай бұрын
Just to confirm, please. This was a housesit you found on TrustedHouseSitters? How far in advance did you book it? Thanks!
@carolynknisely23834 ай бұрын
If you stop your safety wing what health ins. Do you have at home?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Here is our recent video on health insurance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2XCmqd6edqXedk
@auroramarie24634 ай бұрын
Do you use a mic when creating videos? Can you recommend one?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We do, we use the DJI mics. There just under our shirts.
@auroramarie24634 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Thank you!
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Here is a link to our website. You can find the link to the DJI mics under resources-camera gear. www.brianandcarrietravels.com/
@brooksmagruder66624 ай бұрын
you have a list of "could we live here" places?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We have monthly cost of living videos and a few on our top travel choices. Here is one to get you started. 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3jbfqpqh5qrpqs
@patriciad85404 ай бұрын
I liked Budapest for the same reasons you stated. However, I found the people rude so that makes me hesitate to give it a full recommendation.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We found the people to be very welcoming. 🤔
@extremeAdvil4 ай бұрын
What about the food, besides groceries?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
It is good! Much like what you would find in the Balkens with German mixed in. There also a lot of Thia restaurants, if you would like to mix it up a bit. 😊
@extremeAdvil4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Good to know and thanks for an interesting video!
@faramarzmokri91364 ай бұрын
At some point you should be able to tell us your top 3 cities you consider living long time . Look forward to that video.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Great idea!! Thank you!! 😁
@BoninBrighton4 ай бұрын
Have you had any push back as ‘tourists’? In many places Europe at the moment there are a number or anti tourist protests happening by locals who believe the lack of and high cost of accommodation is being caused by tourists/Airbnb etc .
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We have not had any problems with that at all.
@telluwide55534 ай бұрын
@BoninBrighton as usual the media overblows every story. Sure, there are places like Venice, Barcelona Ibiza etc. Popular tourists destinations that are overrun with tourists thanks to package holidays, cruise ships and lazy travelers lack of imagination and planning that are getting blowback. But. Europe is huge, get off the beaten path, even staying in a nice sized town or suburban area outside the major tourist cities or sites and you'd be surprised at the welcome you get.
@BoninBrighton4 ай бұрын
@@telluwide5553 it’s being reported to me by friends with properties in Spain/Portugal/France….just this week in Lanzarote problems of protests. Lots of this stuff isn’t being reported at all. It’s a valid concern for our retirement generation all fired up to travel (I’m an experienced traveller btw) and it’s a newish phenomenon I’ve not seen/heard before this year. Quite a few places are also now refusing the huge Cruise Ships.
@telluwide55534 ай бұрын
@@BoninBrighton Good! It was only a matter of time. These protests are long overdue IMHO. Don't get me started on those floating polluting cesspools called cruise ships that do nothing for local small businesses except for a few trinket sellers. BTW I've lived, traveled and worked in Europe for 26 years. I was just in Greece, I hadn't noticed any, so they aren't everywhere. Besides, I usually stay away from these overrated, over touristed areas, perhaps you should start thinking about doing the same as well...
@feldhdleh4 ай бұрын
@@BoninBrighton My wife and I were just talking about this phenomenon yesterday. When we (retirement age people) were young, there were, what, maybe 500,000,000 people on the planet who "might" be able to have travelled to these places. Certainly fewer than 1 billion Now? It is a completely different ballgame. It's billions of people. Many Chinese, Indians, Brazilians, Russians, Indos, former Eastern-Bloc, Middle-Easterner's and so many others who had NO ability to consider international travel at scale, are now filling these places all year, and especially in the summer. Cruising is a gigantic business, who knows - could be 50X what it was 50 years ago. So, it's a numbers game, simple math.
@SoloRetirementwithLydia4 ай бұрын
So Brian, what don't you like about that one grocery store? I'm curious.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Narrow aisles and crowded. It was a budget grocery store, so I didn't get everything I was looking for. 😔
@dannybaker87524 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Sounds like Lidl to me. I like Spar much more - unless it's the opposite.
@jeanninemcglade4 ай бұрын
Hi! Can you tell us what Brian's global insurance is too please? Thanks!! :)
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
I use Cigna Global!
@jeanninemcglade4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Thank you!!! :)
@JackMelqart4 ай бұрын
well, how i see it, if you want to live in Bp, you need to avoid tourist places, if you move to a less tourism focused part, the prices are more affordable, in terms of buying, renting, eating out, ect.
@bettyli66354 ай бұрын
Good video, but the sound effect on the pop-up titles was very annoying.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Thanks, Betty.
@theclerk64444 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrieI had earbuds in and it was very bass heavy. I was also extremely annoyed by it. Just FYI for video improvement.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We have added the sound so people will notice the pop ups. We get questions about a certain topic that we covered in the video even when we discuss it and have on-screen visuals. KZbin is hard! 😁
@theclerk64444 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie indeed it is.
@bss-rp5pl4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie I am surprised you added the sound with the popups and indexed (?)😱...you know you'll still get those questions. 🤦♂🤭 As for the sound effect, I didn't even notice it the first time through so I went back to listen again. Mine comes through as the soft "swish" I believe you intended. I figured it is likely device dependent so I tried it nine different ways...literally (different devices with & w/o headphones and different settings).The sound is harsher when driven harder, i.e. settings like bass, "Movie" (or similar) or even volume. So basically, is there anything you can do, other than not add it? 🤷♂
@sunnyla28354 ай бұрын
Just checked airbnb for a room in Budapest for the month of May 2025, cheapest (least expensive😊) was $632/month😢
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
That's not bad considering the cost of living expenses are inexpensive.
@sunnyla28354 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrieyes, all in, I could probably still come in under $1200-1400/month, so very reasonable, all things considered😊👍
@warrentrout4 ай бұрын
That's very cheap!
@catkin-z8g4 ай бұрын
You used to be able to get an apartment for that downtown. For just a room then the next is just a hostel bed for 900$. I think if your going to pay money you are better off in Vienna. There is better air quality and stuff. You might pay a bit more but your getting better quality that is worth a lot more. If your staying in a building with rocks falling down onto the street it should atleast be cheap and $600 is not. The chepest one what with like a 2* rating? Don't even think about it. Go on couch surfing or something.
@Wittygoose93414 ай бұрын
Perhaps I just had a intuition this wouldn’t be somewhere you guys would want to stay long term so not sure this video was intended for me but that said I still listened to many points out of interest as I’ll soon be visiting.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Actually, we would love to go back and for a three month stay. We loved our time in Budapest!
@Wittygoose93414 ай бұрын
I got confused by the living term. I enjoy your videos, excited to see Budapest with the help of your videos.
@somebody2hire4 ай бұрын
Have you tried the cherry beer?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Yes!! It is fantastic!!
@somebody2hire4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie it really is. If you're still there, most grocery stores have a chocolate called Turo Rudi. Curd and chocolate. I've never seen it anywhere else. So so yum.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We have arrived back in the US and preparing for our Mexico adventure in a few weeks.
@loudanniger97454 ай бұрын
How difficult is it to get a D Visa in Hungary?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We didn't need a D Visa so haven't done any research.
@DugrayHoldbarth4 ай бұрын
, I think you misunderstood the question. You brought up long term stays. I would also be interested in the possibility of a long term stay. Do you have any idea how difficult it is to get a D Visa.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
There is no misunderstanding. We haven't done any research on the D Visa in Hungary. In the past, we have provided visa information just to have requirements change and the information we provide becomes outdated. It is best to do research at the time you need a visa for the country of your choice.
@DugrayHoldbarth4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie, it is just confusing because you folks keep saying long term stay while meaning only 3 months. In most countries to stay 1 year requires a D Visa. In Portugal it is called D7.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Correct and those requirements change frequently. If we give you all the requirements for a D visa today and you watch this video a year from now the information may be outdated. We actually did a video on Portugal 2 years ago. The Golden Visa has changed since then.
@gregalonzo7474 ай бұрын
I like Budapest very much. In fact, it is one of my favorite cities in Europe. There are spas everywhere. I have also traveled throughout the country both by train and renting a car. I would recommend Heviz. The thermal lake and spas are fantastic. I have one complaint. As Americans we can stay 3 months without a visa. Videos such as this should be careful on the use of the term long stay. For me, that means acquiring a visa. How difficult is that? These types of videos also need to discuss the politics of a country. While you may not be political, President Orban is. I would just caution anyone who may be considering retiring to this lovely yet troubled country.
@GabrielDernst4 ай бұрын
So true about Hungary. It's a beautiful but troubled country.
@andraskleistenes85864 ай бұрын
As a Hungarian, I can only tell you, Orban, and his politics will not influence your life in Hungary. The country is not "troubled", rather stable. ( I Am not a big fan of his government)
@gregalonzo7474 ай бұрын
@@andraskleistenes8586 I sure hope you can vote him out of office. I like everything else about your country. We settled in Vienna however, we often visit Hungary. As I mentioned earlier, beautiful country.
@ShakTuala4 ай бұрын
I think most travelers are aware that ETIAS has once again been postponed. This time until March of 2025. However, are you aware of the new law called EES? It is goes into effect in October of 2024.
@sarak56384 ай бұрын
Just be aware . While Budapest is a lovely city the train stations Kelenfold is overrun with beggars and thieves. My friend got his backpack stolen ( money , passport etc ) while boarding train to Vienna . The police does nothing . Also some areas near parliament quiet late evenings . Not sure how safe .
@dannybaker87524 ай бұрын
I've never had any problems at Kelenfold; and I live part time in Budapest. Perhaps it was a bad time, but I was there about five times this past spring and had no issues.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Always best to be aware wherever you travel.
@bellachu1974 ай бұрын
I visited Budapest in May this year. I like the city a lot. traveling around is easy and there are many attractions to explore. Unfortunately for me there are so many smokers around I would not be able to live in that city due to my asthma. But I really enjoyed the beautiful city.
@jamesswan76954 ай бұрын
Prague vs Budapest? You prefer Budapest?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Yes, we loved Budapest, especially for a longer term option.
@ShazWag4 ай бұрын
Budapest is nice, but do visit Leipzig in Germany for a month.
@catkin-z8g4 ай бұрын
Someone told me back in the communist era that East Germany was way cheaper than Hungary. Hungary was the expensive country.
@Aiolosz4 ай бұрын
hungarian healthcare is in a very very bad state, Budapest is the heart of the country and even there are HUGE problems and many prestige hospitals just shut down departments and this summer many operation rooms AC failed pushing the waiting list even further into the future. Outside of Budapest it is a survivors game, outside of like 3 cities where there are healthcare universities.
@DugrayHoldbarth4 ай бұрын
The government is insane. Nevertheless the women are great and the bar scene was the best. Budapest is a lovely city with tremendous thermal spas.
@jenniferpincus20114 ай бұрын
What about the language? Do they mostly speak just Hungarian? Can you get by with English?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Most speak English so you won't have any problems.
@druiz0124 ай бұрын
When you say $1147 do you mean each or for both of you? Because if it's $1147 for the month for both of you that is insanely cheap!!!
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Like we mentioned in the video we did a house sit so rent was free. This price includes us as a couple. 😁
@dougb.26274 ай бұрын
Do you have any concerns about the political situation in Hungary?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We do not. People have been very kind and welcoming.
@PaulBredt4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie The people may be nice, but the government is moving away from Europe and to autocracy.
@KalistaMilovi4 ай бұрын
I am also a content creator. I was just curious what is the tax rate charged on your KZbin channel? I am not an American and I know different countries charge different rates.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
It is all based on how much you make. It is difficult to say.
@claudelebell29714 ай бұрын
Just curious about taxes. You are mobile so you don't pay taxes to any foreign country. What are you taxed by the US on your KZbin channel?
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We pay our US taxes just as we normally would.
@stacie0074 ай бұрын
I do want to visit, but I guess if you're just visiting you don't notice the authoritarianism?? 🤷
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Politics does not come into play. You will love Hungary!
@stacie0074 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie Since I'm based in Krakow now, it's one of the long weekend places on my list, along with Vienna. So let me know when you want to come to Krakow for an apartment/cat sit ;) and YES I am in a fab location.
@stacie0074 ай бұрын
And it's modern 😅
@feldhdleh4 ай бұрын
Compared to what Stacie? You mean, the great things happening every minute of every day where most of us live now in our Western legacy brand countries? Perhaps you hadn't noticed the Hamas rallies choking major cities, censorship and cancelling, attacks by school and other institutions on kid's health and wellbeing, woke irrationality of every kind by the media, corporate elites and the government? I'm no apologist for authoritarians but I'm also no simp for people who ignore what happening right in front of them.
@GabrielDernst4 ай бұрын
, the political situation of a country does come into play should you decide to settle there.
@bcr8tve4 ай бұрын
Where are the pets? No guest appearances
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We didn't have any pets! Just a house sit! 😁
@FollowingTheStones4 ай бұрын
It sounds like a wonderful city. I would be hesitant to stay there long term due to the politics of their leader. Currently they are in the middle of the Ukraine/Russia conflict, and their major oil pipeline has been closed in response. Too much tension for me. Short term? Once their neighbors stop fighting I would.
@andraskleistenes85864 ай бұрын
As an expat, you will feel nothing of the influence of the war in Hungary.
@Walk-retirement-travel4 ай бұрын
What is the real story on all of the illegals/asylum seekers. Is it really noticeable or not as advertised
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We didn't notice anything.
@kaktusz774 ай бұрын
Living here. I don't really notice. Its all propaganda. 😬
@BD-rl8qy4 ай бұрын
They aren’t opening their borders which is good and I support. But the EU is fining them sadly over this border issue.
@GabrielDernst4 ай бұрын
, one of the primary points of the EU is the correct pronunciation open borders. Also without the Schengen Zone, we would have to apply for individual visas.
@dannybaker87524 ай бұрын
Hungary has many refugees from Ukraine, but not from the middle east or Africa. Since Ukraine is similar culturally, it has not been a huge problem other than driving up prices a bit. Hungary is very big on maintaining national identity and gives out subsidies for having multiple children. Like many countries in Europe, they are experiencing a decline in population.
@joeshmooo53274 ай бұрын
If Mr. (I want to be a dictator) Orban was not in the scene Hungry would be amazing.
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
We didn't notice any politics. Just welcoming, friendly people.
@juz3r14 ай бұрын
Why a dictator? There are democratic elections and because he always decides what the people want, that's why they elect him again and again!
@joeshmooo53274 ай бұрын
@@juz3r1 If people actually voted that would be great, only 2 million out of 8 mil voted. Due to there super majority system many people no longer feel much hope in being able to change things.
@BD-rl8qy4 ай бұрын
He thankfully is not allowing illegal migration! People don’t talk and get into politic there so best you don’t go, your attitude would not be welcomed.
@shawn472404 ай бұрын
@juz3r1 Lol the elections are as “democratic” as Putin’s are
@livingworkingoutsidebox4 ай бұрын
What a difference house sitting can make in the budget. 😮💰🪙 Are you finding one country has better tasting beer over others? 🤔 Adventurous beer mixes you might want to try.... Diesel = Coke & Beer Bananenweizen = Banana Juice & Wheat Beer Radler = Beer & Lemonade or Lemonade/Lime Soda.. 😊 🍺 cheers 🍻
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
Germany has arguably the best beer in the world. Radlers are very common, Banaenweizen I've never heard of but makes sense, the Diesel sounds disgusting and makes no sense! 🤣
@RaduRadonys4 ай бұрын
@@BrianandCarrie You have just offended 18 million Dutch people, but that's totally fine, I prefer German beer too 🤣😆
@BrianandCarrie4 ай бұрын
I said "arguably" ! 🤣😁
@DebDeRosa4 ай бұрын
I've heard the bananenweizen is great in Cologne. We're going to try it this year.