Tag "Balaton"

NAV’s inspection series at Lake Balaton and Lake Velence will start this week

The National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) began its summer inspection series this week, during which the inspectors will inspect, among other things, popular tourist resorts, beaches and outdoor events....

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Irrigation water resources equivalent to one-third of Lake Balaton are available

Despite the extraordinary drought and lack of precipitation, we can meet all irrigation needs – said Imre Hubai, State Secretary for Agriculture at the Ministry of Agriculture. He added that...

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More and more people are choosing Lake Balaton instead of Croatia this year – but caterers can’t sit back

Although the 2025 summer season at Lake Balaton promises strong traffic, most caterers are hoping not for growth but for survival. The return of Hungarian guests to the most popular...

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Lake Balaton boating: the high season starts with discounts and more frequent sailings

Balatoni Hajózási Zrt. (Bahart) is expecting a high-traffic peak season, increasing its services on its busiest routes, adding a new route to its scheduled shipping service and offering numerous discounts...

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Lake Vadása: once again the secret favorite of the summer in the heart of Őrség

There is life beyond Lake Balaton – and what a life! Hidden deep in the Őrség, between the quiet slopes of the western border, Lake Vadása has quietly but spectacularly...

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A new level of gastronomy at Lake Balaton

The hospitality industry at Lake Balaton and vocational training are facing major changes: the region’s gastronomy is to be raised to a higher level, while the challenges posed by seasonality...

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The SZÉP card remains stable – even if not at Lake Balaton

Although its popularity has decreased slightly, the SZÉP card is still a key player in the Hungarian cafeteria system: according to the latest data from the K&H SME Confidence Index...

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Ice Cream of Lake Balaton competition

This year marked the twelfth Ice Cream of Lake Balaton competition, which has become a nationally recognised professional event by now. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...

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There is little water in Lake Balaton and major rivers, but there is no reason to panic

The water levels of Lake Balaton, Lake Velence, the Danube and the Tisza are also lower than usual, but according to the National Directorate General of Water Resources, there is...

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Siófok leads Szallas.hu’s domestic booking top list for the summer of 2025

Siófok leads Szallas.hu’s domestic booking top list for the summer of 2025, with nearly two and a half times as many bookings as second-place Budapest. The Balaton region is the...

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Szallas.hu: Lake Balaton, an apartment and two nights are the hit for Hungarian travelers this summer

Siófok leads Szallas.hu’s domestic booking top list for the summer of 2025, with nearly two and a half times as many bookings as second-place Budapest. The Balaton region is the...

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Price drop in tomato selection and ample ice cream selection at PENNY

With the arrival of summer, PENNY awaits customers with seasonal products and price reductions. From June 18, juicy, home-grown tomatoes will be on the shelves at even more favorable prices,...

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Duna House: Lake Balaton holiday homes now function as second homes

Lake Balaton holiday homes are now functioning as second homes, as a result of which not only prices have stabilized, but the season at Lake Balaton has also been postponed...

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Mol Limo: over the last three long weekends, Lake Balaton was the most popular domestic destination for Hungarians

The most popular destination for long-term domestic rentals was Lake Balaton, while for foreign rentals it was Austria; the average trip length is now reaching 300 kilometers, Mol Limo car...

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Falling water levels, warm water, mosquito invasion: mixed outlook for Lake Balaton

The shores of Lake Balaton welcomed weekend visitors with perfect beach weather, but there are more and more worrying signs in the background: falling water levels, weather warnings and an...

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Balaton jobs 2025: 600 thousand salary, accommodation, food

The 2025 Lake Balaton beach season promises not only relaxation for tourists, but also serious earning opportunities for those who take on summer work in coastal buffets and restaurants. According...

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Visit Hungary: 45% more guests were welcomed at Lake Balaton this Pentecost

The heat wave that broke out at the beginning of June brought a real travel fever and with it outstanding results: 288 thousand guests sought relaxation during the holiday long...

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Zsolt Hegyi: MÁV Group adjusts transport schedule to the masses of passengers returning home from Lake Balaton

On Whit Monday, the MÁV group will adjust the traffic schedule and the available additional capacities to the masses of passengers returning home from the Balaton region – wrote CEO...

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Pentecost sailing schedule on Sunday and Monday on Lake Balaton

During the long weekend, Balatoni Hajózási Zrt. (Bahart) awaits passengers on expanded routes and in several ports compared to the spring season, and scheduled boats will also operate from all...

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Szallas.hu: Lake Balaton is the most popular destination at Pentecost

A regional summary of bookings for the Pentecost long weekend revealed that the Balaton region is the most popular domestic tourist region among Hungarians: 24.3 percent of all Pentecost domestic...

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Duna House: the holiday property market will remain on a stable growth path in the summer of 2025

The holiday home market will remain on a stable growth path in the summer of 2025, thanks to the continuously increasing demand despite the limited supply, Duna House told MTI...

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Balaton wines connect the past and the present, the producer and the consumer

Wine is not only a factor in the national economy, but also culture, history, the essence of human work and the spirit of community – stated István Nagy, Minister of...

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New holiday paradises in Borsod and Zala

Besides Lake Balaton, the holiday resorts of Borsod and Zala counties are becoming increasingly popular – according to a statement from the GDN Real Estate Network. With the transformation of...

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Natural disaster or human challenge? – The water of Lake Balaton is getting warmer

Lake Balaton is no longer the same lake we knew even two decades ago. According to a recent study by the HUN-REN Balaton Limnological Research Institute, the water temperature has...

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Kifli.hu has launched its service towards Lake Balaton in several new settlements and in the Kecskemét area

Kifli.hu is expanding its delivery area: starting from June 2, fresh, high-quality food delivery will be available in several new towns around Lake Balaton and Székesfehérvár, as well as in...

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Water tourism is experiencing a new renaissance in Hungary

It has been in the background for a long time, but with the support of the government, water tourism is now experiencing a renaissance in Hungary – stated the State...

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Millions of wage demands and panoramic accommodation on Lake Balaton: a new reality in summer hospitality

The summer season at Lake Balaton hasn’t even fully begun, yet hospitality business owners are already facing exceptional challenges. As skilled workers become increasingly difficult to find, seasonal job applicants...

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Labor shortage and unrealistic expectations plague the hospitality industry

The labor shortage in the domestic hospitality industry is getting worse – especially in the Balaton region – where more and more restaurant and accommodation owners are reporting increased, often...

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The Balaton Association will be the conscience of Balaton

The Balaton Association (BSZ), which brings together local governments, must be the conscience of Lake Balaton – said the Minister of Public Administration and Regional Development at the organization’s general...

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This year, the police are giving priority to the Balaton and Lake Velence regions

During the tourist season, the Balaton Public Safety Coordination Committee (BKKB) will coordinate the activities of the police headquarters in Somogy, Zala, Veszprém and Fejér counties, as well as the...

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