48 hours with a Solo Female Traveller: Budapest
My journey through Budapest is one of my favourite memories, and my only Eastern European destination. I arrived there on a night bus from Vienna, and one thing I had completely forgotten about was that the local Budapest currency turned out to be forints, not euros, and at that late hour, no money-changers were open. I had no cash to take any form of public transport. It was too far to walk, so I decided to take a risk and hopped on anyway, and hoped not to get caught by any conductors. I thought of a possible excuse in the event that happened, but luck was on my side.
Note #1: Always have a small amount of local currency to take with you to your next destination, to avoid landing yourself in similar situation above! At the very least have enough for a small meal and reasonable transport to your place of accommodation.
Thanks for that Stephanie. I’m looking to visit Budapest later this year. Your article was useful even for the solo male traveller.
It ‘s been very interesting to read your article. I’m visiting Budapest in a week as a solo traveler and I’ve taken good note on your comments and suggestions. Thank you.