3 DAYS IN BUDAPEST: A SICILIAN EXPAT'S HONEST TAKE

After two years of renovating our Sicilian farmhouse, we finally took a real trip — three days in Budapest. We came with the perspective of American expats who've now lived in both France and Italy, and Hungary surprised us in ways we didn't expect. From sunrise over the Parliament building to thermal baths, langos and schnitzel, the new prime minister's swearing-in along the Danube, and yes — some honest thoughts on what a few days in Budapest actually costs in 2026. This one's a bit of a departure from our usual Sicily content, but we think you'll enjoy coming along.