Situated at the very heart of Europe and surrounded by no less than seven countries - including Austria, Slovakia and Romania - Hungary occupies approximately 93,000 sq km of land. With a richly varied landscape that ranges from low-lying regions to the south and east of the central Great Plain to hills in the west and south west and the northern mountains peaking at 1015m, opportunities for the tourist are almost as diverse as the topography of Hungary, particularly if breathtaking scenery and exciting natural environments are an essential element of any potential holiday. Accommodation in Hungary can easily be as luxurious as any found in the more popular resorts of western Europe, but the difference in cost makes this destination a serious contender for holidays at any time of the year, especially for travellers on a restricted budget.

Hungarian summers are long, warm and sunny - August being the month where life tends to come to a grinding halt in the capital city, Budapest. Despite some wet spells, spring is a glorious time to be in Hungary, as is autumn, but winter is generally cold and can seem bleak, unless you relish the prospect of snow so you can try out the Hungarian mountains for a spot of skiing or snowboarding, perhaps for the first time. The facilities for outdoor pursuits abound in Hungary - with hills, mountains, majestic plains and over 1000 lakes (the largest, Balaton, having its own supply of thermal springs), hiking, climbing, horse-riding, fishing and swimming are just a few activities that can be enjoyed besides winter sports, particularly when you choose to rent one of the holiday villas in Lake Balaton. If less energetic pastimes are part of your vacation spec., then perusing the charming rustic village markets, wandering through peaceful vineyards, relaxing in the healing waters of a thermal spa, or even some bird watching might be more appealing, all of which go to making this a country that has something to be discovered by people of all ages.

One of the biggest attractions for Hungary comes in the shape of its capital city, Budapest. With its complex blend of contemporary attitudes and traditional values, Budapest has an eclectic identity and a rich cultural heritage that has earned it a reputation as being the 'Paris of eastern Europe'. Rent a holiday apartment in Budapest and you can be sure of experiencing one of the most cosmopolitan, exciting and unique cities in the world - the perfect destination for a romantic trip where you can cruise along the river Danube, stroll along the waterfront or explore the incredible wealth of fabulous architecture that makes this city of culture stand out on its own, a veritable jewel in Hungary's crown.

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