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        "text": "See the Budapest travel guide for more specific and valuable information about common street scams and tourist traps in Hungary."
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        "text": "It is widely available and good practice to have with you a bottle during hot summer."
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        "text": "The country has joined the EU, so basic coverage is present for EU citizens, but check before entering the country how far are you insured and what you have to pay for."
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