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Mariia Myshok

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Mariia is a professional journalist with a passion for connecting with people and crafting captivating stories. With over three years of experience as a News Feed Editor in online media and a background as an IT Copywriter and Content Team Lead in marketing, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her writing.

Travel is one of Mariia’s favorite topics. She loves researching different cultures, uncovering fascinating details, and sharing that precious knowledge with her audience. For Mariia, the best part of travel writing is to deliver that incredible feeling of discovery and insight to her readers.

As a traveler Mariia’s favorite destinations are Poland, Switzerland, and, of course, Ukraine.

Latest reasons

Easter

April 18–20, 2025 Event

To mark the feast, Toronto hosts a huge Passion Play, the world's largest Easter parade, and countless egg hunts

Ice Skating

December–February Activity

Spend a nice winter evening having fun at the skating rink

Taj Mahotsav

February 18–February 27 Event

Celebrate the cultural heritage of ancient India, its traditions and customs by visiting one of the most popular festivals of Agra

Independence Day

February 4 Event

A celebration of the day that Sri Lanka was no longer a colony

Setsubun

February 3 Event

A special ceremony to welcome spring by throwing soybeans

New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

Blend into the cheerful crowds and welcome the New Year with a blast!

Virgen de la Candelaria

February 2 Event

The celebration consists of a festive mass, colorful dancing, and the Road to Calvary, which bestows the mercy of the Virgin

La Endiablada

February 2–February 3 Event

Enjoy a unique event called "The Brotherhood of the Devils," which is possibly the oldest tradition in Spain

Wine Harvest Festivities

February–March Event

Wherever you are during the wine harvest time, there must be a festival there!

Karni Mata Festival

March 30–April 7, 2025 Event

If you're up for something out of the ordinary check out this temple where rats are treated like pets!

Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck

February 10 Event

Among the "saint days" in the Maltese church calendar, the Feast of Saint Paul is one of only a handful that has the status of a national holiday

Rome Christmas Markets

early December–early January Event

You can't miss this holiday fair in the beautiful Piazza Navona

New Year's Eve in Chicago

December 31 Event

Color blasts illuminate the iconic Chicago skyline

Snow Castle Festival (Gradovi Kralja Matjaža)

January 31–February 2, 2025 Event

These creative ice constructions are built right before your eyes at the Snow Castle Festival at Plateau Mitnek, Črna na Koroškem

Nabana No Sato Winter Illumination

October 19, 2024–June 1, 2025 Event

Discover the beauty and magic of Japanese gardens at night

Tower Hamlets Fireworks at Victoria Park

Early November 2024 Event

A spectacular display on Bonfire Night in London

Cherry Blossom

February 22–23, 2025 | March–April Event

Blooming cherry trees can be viewed in Northern Arizona and the Phoenix Valley

Chinese New Year

January 25–26, 2025 Event

Experience the vibrant spirit of Lunar New Year in Pittsburgh with dazzling performances, cultural festivities, and delicious traditions

Vans Triple Crown of Surfing

January 3–23, 2023 Event

Hawaii's top surfing competition for the best surfers in the world. A spectacular show for visitors!

New Year's Eve in Baton Rouge

December 31–January 1 Event

Baton Rouge blends a traditional year-end party with a local version of the midnight ball drop