The Thermal Lake of Hévíz is the world’s largest biologically active natural thermal lake. It is located in a unique setting, a mere 6 km from the Lake Balaton, 198 km from Vienna and 193 km from Budapest. The 4,4 ha water surface lake's source rich in minerals can be found 38 m deep in the cave, where tens of thousands of years old warm and cool karst waters are mixed. The 3,8 ha lake Echo of New Zealand is second largest after Hévíz in terms of size, however it is unsuitable for bathing due to its water temperature (50-55 C).

During the 16 century the hot water spring which was used by the Turks, the emperor’s troops garrisoned nearby, the Greek merchants and the women of the surrounding settlements for bathing, curing and washing became more and more well known and thus more frequented and more widely known.

The subterranean hotspot, Akvárium Klub (Aquarium Club) (formerly known as Gödör Klub) and the surrounding Erzsébet tér are the biggest meeting point in Budapest. This is a cultural center with numerous events which vary from the prestigious and upmarket to one’s that endear to the underground culture. Within a short period of time Akvárium Klub has become one of the defining art venues and community spots in Budapest.

The area was formerly called Ökör-dűlő, meaning "Oxmeadow". The first mention of the name comes from 1241 in the archaic form, Ukurföld. In the 18th century the area was called Ochsenried in German. The first trees and planified walkways were established in 1751 and after the public park was created in the first decades of the 19th century the present-day name, Városliget (and its German version, Stadtwäldchen) was accepted and it became the first public park in the world.

French bistro food is one of my favorites because of its strong roots in tradition. Café Bouchon with its warm and refined, early 20th-century ambience is the perfect place for my birthday celebration with a good old friend of mine, Andris. If you want to dine at a casual place where authentic French cooking is served up by friendly and highly qualified staff, Café Bouchon is waiting to welcome you with open arms 6 days a week. It’s closed on Sundays following the national tradition of Hungary: Sunday lunch being the most important weekly family reunion.

The tripadvisor.com published a list of hotel rooms with amazing views in March 2012, and we can be proud of Hilton Budapest in the Royal Castle District which is 5th on the list.

The uniquely designed Hilton Budapest is situated in the heart of the historic Royal Castle District – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – next to the Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion. The 322 spacious and comfortable rooms include designated non-smoking rooms; 23 deluxe suites and Executive Floor rooms provide working zones and comfortable relaxation areas.