Encore Tours is coming to you live from Budapest! Many people may not be familiar with Hungary, but with romantic architecture, breathtaking scenery, a vivid nightlife, more than 1,000 natural springs, and an incredible musical history, this is a can’t miss destination for any touring ensemble. In this week’s event, Encore’s Head of Operations in Central Europe, John Tregellas, joins us to discuss why Hungary has become an increasingly popular destination for groups, and how the country has invested heavily in the local music scene. In addition to examining Hungary’s musical history, we take a brief virtual tour of the Greater Budapest area, and highlight some the country’s many spectacular venues including Pesti Vigadó, Liszt Academy, and the House of Hungarian Music. Watch Encore Live: 5 Things I Love About Budapest We hope you enjoyed this week’s edition of Encore Live. We do not have any upcoming events scheduled at this time, however, we are constantly planning new events, so make sure to check out our upcoming schedule for the latest updates on all of our Encore Live events. Is there a destination or topic that you would like to learn more about? Please let us know in the comment section, and we will do our best to host an Encore Live event related to that subject! Our new policy enhancements like the Worry-Free Guarantee make it easier than ever to register for a 2022 tour! Interested in learning more? Contact us to speak directly with one of our Tour Consultants.
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