If you haven’t visited Budapest, Hungary, prepare for a history lesson. It’s impossible to explore this unique European city without exposure to its past.
Due to the lack of nonstop flights from the U.S. to Budapest, your best option is to connect via any major European city to which you can secure a flight with points or miles.
Using hotel loyalty points to book lodging for your trip to Budapest can help you save substantially. We love using points for accommodations that would otherwise cost hundreds, even thousands, of dollars.
Budapest suffered greatly during the wars of the 20th century. Your visit to the city should certainly include learning about its devastating losses and historical struggles.
Since the Danube is more than 1,700 miles long, you can take lengthy river cruises on its waters and pass through several countries. While in Budapest, a short cruise can give you a taste of the river’s intrigue.