We flew from Warsaw to Budapest with LOT airlines, this worked out to be considerably cheaper (and more pleasant) than taking the train. We arrived in Budapest at night, and marvelled at how beautiful the city was with the numerous architectural wonders expertly lit up. We were staying with Ace Hostel in central Budapest. This hostel was extremely cheap at $15 NZD per night but was extremely budget. We were greeted by Lesley. If you ever thought to yourself I wonder what a stereotypical Hungarian is like, Lesley was it. He was a happy, hospitable, and sporting a large moustache. The entire hostel appeared to be totally held together by cellotape, the table, the chairs, the oven, bed slates and several electrical fittings were all held together with cellotape. I think Lesley may have shares in
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