Budapest Convention Bureau

🎄 Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at the Budapest Convention Bureau! Thank you for being part of our journey this year. We look forward to welcoming you in 2025 for more unforgettable experiences in Budapest, the heart of Europe. 🎆

🔍 Planning your next event in Budapest? 🌟 Discover the latest highlights that make the last month of the year in our capital shine:   ☕ New York Café Nighttime Opening – From December 13 to January 6, the world’s most beautiful café will welcome guests from midnight to 4 AM for an exclusive experience. 🎄 Christmas Markets in Full Swing – Budapest turns into a sparkling winter wonderland with festive lights, mulled wine, and world-renowned markets. Dive into the holiday cheer! 🎶 Organ Concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica – On December 28th, enjoy a special program featuring the Grand Organ, its history, and a beautiful Christmas concert. 🎤 Robbie Williams Returns in 2025 – Mark your calendars! The pop icon’s “Live 2025” tour will stop in Budapest, featuring his greatest hits and tracks from Better Man. 📰 Budapest Featured in Skift – Discover how Budapest’s blend of history and innovation is redefining meetings and events.   Make your event unforgettable in Budapest! 🌟   #VisitHungary #BudapestEvents #EventPlanning #NewYorkCafe #ChristmasInBudapest #OrganConcert #RobbieWilliams #SkiftFeature #DiscoverBudapest #BudapestConventionBureau #HolidaySeason

💡 Discover the secrets behind Budapest’s appeal & how historic destinations spur innovation in our latest article in Skift Meetings! 📰    Budapest’s timeless charm and modern amenities are transforming meetings and events into hubs of creativity. Learn how this vibrant city inspires planners to think outside the box, blending history with forward-thinking solutions.   👉 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eFRkqCbn #Budapest #VisitHungary #BudapestConventionBureau #MICE #Innovation #EventPlanning #MeetInHungary #BUDCB #EventProfs #MeetingPlanners #IncentiveTravel #BusinessEvents

🌟 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-IBTM Events 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀! What happens when 12 USA buyers, 2 DMCs, and two of Budapest’s most iconic hotels come together? An unforgettable journey through the heart of Hungary, blending world-class venues with unique experiences! ✨ What We Did: • Exclusive Tour in the Hungarian Parliament: Picture hosting an event in Europe’s most stunning legislative building. Yes, you can do that here! • Surprise Galore: From a Fricska folk dance show at the historic Lovarda to a pop-up cocktail workshop with sweeping views of the Christmas Market atop the Aria Hotel, surprises were everywhere. • Culinary Adventures: Flaming Gundel Crepes served in style, a private Hungarian crepe-making session, and exceptional dining experiences capped by a dazzling Rubik’s Cube master demonstration over dinner. • Cultural Immersion: A private organ concert in the Matthias Church—an architectural gem—and the joy of a Trabant ride experience, adding a playful twist to the tour. • Venue Visits: Inspiring spaces showcasing Budapest's versatility as a destination. 💬 But above all, it was about genuine connections, meaningful conversations, and the start of new friendships. A huge thank you to our amazing partners— W Budapest, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, Budapest, ONE Event, and Senator Meetings & Incentives—for making this experience extraordinary. 👉 Looking forward to creating even more magical memories with you in Budapest. #BudapestConventionBureau #VisitHungary #BUDCB #DiscoverBudapest #EventProfs #IBTMWorld

📣 BUDCB #CatchUpChronicles From Abu Dhabi to Oman: Highlights from our latest journeys! 🌍 Conference season is in full swing, and we’ve been busy representing Budapest on multiple platforms. Here’s what Ildikó Lippai & Noemi Molnar-Gyori been up to lately: 🌟 ICCA 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 From October 20–23, 2024, we attended the 63rd ICCA Congress in Abu Dhabi at the renowned Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). 💡 𝘒𝘦𝘺 𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘐𝘊𝘊𝘈: • Not just a B2B event, ICCA focuses on industry trends, education, and knowledge exchange. • It attracts around 100 association representatives, providing an excellent platform for dialogue and networking with global leaders in the MICE industry. • Key topics included sustainability, innovation & technology, business growth, and cultural awareness. • The ICCA Congress always delivers thought-provoking sessions, offering valuable insights to drive innovation and elevate Budapest as a forward-thinking destination. 🌟 The Meetings Show 𝗢𝗺𝗮𝗻: 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗠𝗦 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 From October 24–27, 2024, we participated in The Meeting Space (TMS) for the first time as a CVB, and it exceeded our expectations! 💼 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘔𝘚 𝘖𝘮𝘢𝘯: • 25 guaranteed B2B meetings, each lasting 15 minutes, over two half-day sessions. • A smooth and reliable app for matchmaking and scheduling. • Afternoon networking activities and evening events designed to foster connections in a relaxed setting. This meticulously organized workshop proved invaluable for connecting with high-quality buyers. We were delighted to be joined by two Hungarian suppliers in Oman and strongly encourage our other partners to consider this event in the future! #BudapestConventionBureau #ICCA2024 #TMSOman #MICE #BusinessEvents #MeetInBudapest #EventProfs

🔍 Planning an event in or around Budapest? Enhance your itinerary with some of Hungary's most engaging cultural offerings. As autumn gives way to winter, Budapest’s charm sets the stage for unforgettable experiences. Explore cultural highlights, exciting travel updates, and luxurious destinations. Details below! 🌏 Expo 2025 in Osaka 🏨 Luxury Hotel Awards ✈️ New Flights to Hungary with Wizz Air & Ryanair 💆 Hévíz Ensana Thermal Aqua Hotel 💡 Dome of Light in Budapest Zoo 🌟 From cultural gems to better travel options, Budapest offers something special this winter. Contact Ildikó Lippai & Noemi Molnar-Gyori to plan your event in Hungary! #VisitHungary #BUDCB #BudapestConventionBureau #BudapestEvents #WinterInBudapest #BUDCB

📣 BUDCB #CatchUpChronicles   🗓️ Conference season keeps us on the move! With so many events and activities happening, it's sometimes impossible to share everything in real time. But don’t worry—this is just the beginning! We maxed out IMEX America 2024! 🚀 From October 15–17, we proudly represented Budapest and Hungary at IMEX America in Las Vegas, showcasing our exceptional MICE offerings to a global audience. Here's a snapshot of our achievements: ✅ 200+ potential partners engaged over three productive days through destination presentations and direct meetings. ✅ Participated in the MPI Best of Europe event on the pre-show day, delivering a captivating presentation about Budapest and Hungary to 60+ selected MPI agents, highlighting why we’re a premier MICE destination. ✅ Supported and attended the Skift Meetings Innovation Lab, gaining exclusive visibility as the sole destination representative among 90 participants. ✅ Joined a thought-provoking roundtable discussion on industry trends, further solidifying Budapest’s place as a forward-thinking destination.   🌟 IMEX America was an inspiring experience, and we can’t wait to bring our learnings back to create even more value for our partners and clients. Stay tuned for more editions of our #CatchUpChronicles, bringing you the latest highlights from BUDCB.   #BudapestConventionBureau #BUDCB #VisitHungary #IMEXAmerica #MICE #EventProfs #BusinessEvents #MeetInBudapest #MPI #IMEX

🌍 Budapest Convention Bureau at MTPA MeetUp #20! We are proud to announce that our colleague, Ildikó Lippai will participate as a panelist at the MTPA MeetUp #20! Panelists: 🎤 Judit Kanel – Vice President, MABEUSZ - Hungarian Inbound Professionals’ Association 🎤 Ildikó Lippai – Senior Sales Manager, Budapest Convention Bureau 🎙 Moderator: Natália Oszkó-Jakab – Co-Chair, Magyar Turisztikai Program Alapítvány This Hungarian-language event will delve into how DMCs can support the seamless execution of global events – from venue selection and logistics to crafting unique programs. Maintaining strong ties with Hungarian service providers is a priority for us, as these collaborations are essential to establishing Budapest as a world-class event & MICE destination. 🗓 Date: November 28, 2024 📍 Venue: Akvárium Lokál 🖱 Register here (available in Hungarian): https://shorturl.at/zYqiT 📢 Thank you to MTPA for creating this platform for industry collaboration and innovation! *** 🇭🇺 A Budapest Convention Bureau a MTPA MeetUp #20-on! Büszkék vagyunk, hogy kollégánk, Lippai Ildikó részt vesz az MTPA MeetUp #20 panelbeszélgetésen! 💼 A panel résztvevői: 🎤 Kanel Judit – Alelnök, MABEUSZ 🎤 Lippai Ildikó – Értékesítési vezető, Budapest Convention Bureau 🎙 Moderátor: Oszkó-Jakab Natália – a Magyar Turisztikai Program Alapítvány társelnöke A beszélgetés résztvevői azt a témát járják majd körül, hogy miként működik a rendezvények képviselete a nagyvilágban, illetve miben segíthetnek a DMC-k. Fontos számunkra, hogy szoros kapcsolatot tartsunk a hazai szolgáltatókkal, hiszen ezek az együttműködések elengedhetetlenek Budapest világklasszis rendezvény - és MICE desztinációként való pozicionálásához. 🗓 Időpont: 2024. november 28., 19:30 📍 Helyszín: Akvárium Lokál 🖱 Regisztráció: https://shorturl.at/zYqiT 📢 A szervezők az ingyenes regisztrációt követően minden érdeklődőt szeretettel várnak! Köszönjük az MTPA-nak a lehetőséget, hogy közösen dolgozhatunk a rendezvénypiac fejlesztésén! #BudapestEvents #Rendezvényszervezés #DMC #MeetUp #BudapestConventionBureau #MICE #MTPA #BUDCB #VisitHungary #EventsBudapest #Budapest

📸 Budapest brightens IBTM World! This year, the #Budapest stand is bustling with energy and excitement in Barcelona. It has come alive not only with its stunning design but also with the vibrant interactions happening throughout the fair. Together, we are showcasing the best #Hungary has to offer for your next event! You can still join us for: 🍹 Happy Hour: November 20, 17:00-18:00 | November 21, 16:00-17:00 🌍 Destination Presentations: November 21 at 12:00 & 14:30 Visit Stand G70 and let us help you create unforgettable experiences! Budapest Convention Bureau Budapest Airport Anantara Hotels & Resorts #NewYorkPalace Blaguss DMC Austria&Hungary Continental Hotel Budapest Continental Travel DMC Hungary CPI Hotels Hungary Danubius Hotels Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection FELIX Kitchen & Bar HUNGEXPO - Budapest Congress and Exhibition Centre Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, Budapest Mauri Travel & Events Microcosmos Events DMC Bud ONE Event Pullman Budapest Special Effects Ltd. The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest, UNDERGUIDE Experimental Travel & Events Visual Europe Group Z9 Concept Budapest ( ex Mauri DMC ) #VisitHungary #BudapestConventionBureau #BUDCB #IBTM #IBTMWorld2024 #Barcelona #MICE #MeetinBudapest

🏞️ Budapest's visually stunning stand, inspired by the river Danube that gracefully flows through the heart of our capital, is ready to welcome you again this year at IBTM World in Barcelona! Connect with our team – Ildikó Lippai, Noemi Molnar-Gyori, and Máté Terjék from Visit Hungary – and the representatives of our wonderful service providers, including a wide variety of hotels, our award-winning airport, venues, production companies and DMCs from Hungary, to explore how Budapest can elevate your next event experience! We’re available for meetings every day during the fair from November 19-21, 9:00 to 18:00. Don’t miss out on: 🍹 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿: November 19-20 from 17:00 to 18:00, and November 21 from 16:00 to 17:00   🌍 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Discover what Budapest has to offer on November 19-21 at 12:00 and 14:30  Book your meeting with us and see why Budapest is the perfect choice for your events! Budapest Convention Bureau Budapest Airport Anantara Hotels & Resorts #NewYorkPalace Blaguss DMC Austria&Hungary Continental Hotel Budapest Continental Travel DMC Hungary CPI Hotels Hungary Danubius Hotels Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection FELIX Kitchen & Bar HUNGEXPO - Budapest Congress and Exhibition Centre Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, Budapest Mauri Travel & Events Microcosmos Events DMC Bud ONE Event Pullman Budapest Special Effects Ltd. The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest UNDERGUIDE Experimental Travel & Events Visual Europe Group Z9 Concept Budapest ( ex Mauri DMC )#VisitHungary #BudapestConventionBureau #BUDCB #IBTM #IBTMWorld2024 #Barcelona #MICE #MeetinBudapest