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European River Cruise - Budapest, Monday 2010 August 30

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August 30th 2010
Not much accomplished today, but a bit of rest seemed to be required. We had to be clear of cabins by 9:00 (bags by 8:00). So we sat in the lounge for close to an hour, participating in the long good bye as taxis arrived for some and buses for others. There had to be two buses for all those going to the Marriott to wait for other connections. I went in the first bus, and the rest of our little gro ... read more

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Hungary was part of the polyglot Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed during World War I. The country fell under Communist rule following World War II. In 1956, a revolt and announced withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact were met with a massive milita... ... read more