Gastronomy

Christmas Markets in Prague
Immerse yourself in the festive magic of a medieval town

Firefly Festivals (Hotaru Matsuri)
Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

May Revolution Day (Día de la Revolución de Mayo)
Witness Independence Day in Buenos Aires!

Inti Raymi Festival
This ancient religious ritual survived till today and represents the most famous festival in Cusco

Christmas Markets in Copenhagen
The best way to get into the festive spirit is to visit a Christmas market—the vendors seem to be aware of the deepest desires of your Christmas heart

Qoyllur Rit'i or Star Snow Festival
Thousands of pilgrims walk to the foots of Andes to welcome new circle of life or honor the Lord

Warachikuy
Inspiring event when young sons of the Incas show their strength and overcome different trials by fire

Christmas Markets
Pop-up ice rinks and holiday fairs cheer up the dark winters with their twinkling lights

La Fiesta Grande de Andacollo
December marks the peak of colorful religious celebrations held monthly in Andacollo

Songkran Water Festival (Thai New Year)
Thai New Year lasts for at least three days, depending on the region, and is one of the most joyful celebrations of the new year worldwide

Nova Scotia Fall Colors
Sink into fall ambiance in the dense woodlands of Nova Scotia

Christmas Markets in Amsterdam
Enjoy a festive atmosphere with hot chocolate and ice skating in the city center

Indigenous New Year or We Tripantu
Mapuche Indians along with other Chilean indigenous nations celebrate their traditions in June

Lavender Fields in Bloom
One of the first things that come to mind when you think of Provence is a magnificent lavender field

Wildebeest Migration in Kenya
Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world

Paris Christmas Markets
Get into the holiday spirit surrounded by famous landmarks

Christmas Markets in Poland
The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

Christmas Holidays in Cusco
Summer heat is not an obstacle to celebrate Christmas and drink hot chocolate

Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri
A truly wild festival with giant floats and hundreds of participants

Christmas Markets (Mercatini di Natale)
Lots of entertainment and delicious food from all over Italy

Glacier Express
Take a train from Zermatt to Davos or St. Moritz to see unique Alpine landscapes

Synchronous Fireflies
Although thousands of firefly species live around the world, there are not that many places where you can observe such magic

Festa des Vermar or Grape Harvest Festival
100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

Alkmaar Cheese Market
No country is as famous with its cheese as the Netherlands is! Don't miss your chance to try out all the different cheeses available regionally in one place now

The Burry Man
Follow the Burry Man throughout the streets of Queensferry as he drinks whisky and spreads good luck

Easter Explosion of the Cart (Lo Scoppio del Carro)
Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

Pchum Ben or Ancestors' Day
On this holy day, ask any local to bring you to the Pagoda, and you will take part in the spiritual Buddhist ritual

Tradition or Savagery? Grindadráp!
The national hunting and eating of the pilot whales for many people may seem an oddity, but for Faroese this has been a long time tradition

Stockholm Christmas Markets
Soak up the merry and bright vibes of Christmas in Stockholm

Christmas Markets in Dublin
Mulled wine, handmade gifts, carol sing-alongs, and Santa—all can be found in Dublin

L'Escalade
Don't miss this original and colourful Swiss celebration in Geneva

Wine Season
Witness grape harvesting and winemaking in one of Portugal's most famous wine regions

Tea Harvest
Sri Lanka is well known for its suberb tea, which is the main agricultural crop in many provinces

Festa del Redentore in Venice
Enjoy the fireworks from one of the many gondolas in St. Mark's Basin

Cuecas Mil
This is the only occasion to see a thousand Chilean national dances at one spectacle

Ger Camping
Instead of the usual hotel, Mongolia offers something unique and authentic—traditional nomadic ger camping

Hollandse Nieuwe Herring
Not every herring can be called Hollandse Nieuwe. Check the reason why this one gets the special name!

Christmas Markets
A mix of Mediterranean food and culture with Alpine traditions

Pain, Amour et Chocolat
If you have a great love affair with chocolate, you have to visit Bread, Love, and Chocolate Fair in Antibes for the Valentine's Day weekend

Holy Week (Semana Santa) & Easter
Feel the beauty of traditional ceremonies and taste delicious foods

Ganesh Chaturthi
May the blessings of Sri Ganesha be upon you all! Immerse yourself into one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India

Malta's Christmas Markets
Savor the most delicious Maltese Christmas delicacies and uncover the island’s vibrant crafts

Christmas Markets in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Christmas markets draw the attention of many tourists thanks to their fairytale atmosphere

Birmingham Christmas Market
The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is a huge winter celebration with lots of food, drinks, music, and fun

Huhu Grub
When Huhu beetle larvae are eaten with closed eyes, they may be easily confused with buttery chicken

Waitangi Day
Festivities introduce Māori culture, highlighting traditional underground oven cooking and tribal customs

Tulip Season
These spring flowers transform the Netherlands into a large colourful carpet

Hadaka Matsuri
Finally being nude brings some luck and fortune at this festival!

Festival de Barriletes Gigantes or Day of the Dead Kite Festival
Giant flamboyant hand-made kites embody the millennia-old tradition of communicating with the dead

Pag Cheese Season
Famous cheese from Pag island is a national pride of Croatia, known as Paški sir

Mekong River Boat Trip
Take a boat trip down the Mekong River and explore numerous Mekong Islands or head to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam

Ear-Shooting Festival (Mala-Ta-Ngia) of Bunun Tribe
Feel the spirit of the Bunon tribe during an interesting aboriginal ritual

Hamburg Christmas Markets
Some of the best holiday food and entertainment in North Germany

Coffee Harvest
There is never too much coffee. Indulge in Guatemala's best during the harvest festivities

Imilchil Marriage Festival
Those looking for romance will find it in the lake plateau of the Middle Atlas Mountains

Madeira Carnival in Funchal
Joyful parades and endless fun on the streets

York Christmas Market
We're happy to present to you one of the most magical Christmas markets in the world

Pi Mai or Songkran—Lao New Year & Water Festival
No fireworks or fancy family dinners, but rather a temple worship, splashing water, and street food

Corpus Christi
It is a colorful ceremony parading through the streets of Cusco, celebrating both Catholic and Inca tradition

Wang Yeh Boat Burning Festival
Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

Day of the Skulls, or Día de las Ñatitas
A remarkable mixture of pagan and Christian traditions turns into sombre but festive celebration of skull in the city of La Paz

Smoked Eel
Once a staple food, gerookte paling now became a delicacy and a must try

Olavsoka
Olavsoka is a traditional festival that cherishes unity and connectedness of everyone living on the same ground: no matter who you are and where you are you can't miss the feeling of togetherness with this little nation!

Dry Fish Rack
Plenty of unsalted cod is dried by cold spring winds and almost freezing temperatures on huge wooden racks

Millévin
A joyous and epicurean celebration of the arrival of the new Côtes du Rhône vintage

Songpyeon
Chuseok, or the Korean Thanksgiving, will not be complete without traditional Songpyeon, Korea's special rice cakes

Feria du Melon and Melon Season
Visit Cavaillon's most fragrant and sweet festival and taste some Charentais melons—a local speciality

Eis-zwei-Geissebei (Sausage Tossing)
An old pre-Carnival tradition from Rapperswil, near Lake Zurich

Fiesta De Las Cruces
This festival represents a special religious tradition of carrying decorated crosses up the hill

Metropolitan Opera in the Parks
Beautiful opera music in the relaxed atmosphere during the Summer Recital Series

Trekking to Bolaven Plateau & Tad Fane Waterfall
Trekking in the rainforests can be somewhat challenging, but very rewarding with magnificent vistas and untouched nature

Austin Celtic Festival
Grab a checkered skirt and head for the Celtic Festival—tradition and lots of fun for the whole family

Cusco Carnival
For those who like crowded and chaotic places with music, dance, and other interesting activities, the right time to visit Peru is during the Carnival

Great New Zealand Muster
It means hundreds of fluffy sheep running along the street of Te Kuiti, the world's shearing capital

Merrie Monarch Festival
One of the most colorful cultural events in Hawaii held to honor King David Kalakaua

The Army of Ducks
If you think ducks can't work in the wine-making business, visit South Africa and see for yourself

Aloha Festivals
A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit

Fall Colors
Witness the brilliant palette of mother nature throughout New Brunswick

Christmas Markets in Florence
Enjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and a festive atmosphere

Christmas Markets (Weihnachtsmärkte)
More than 20 Advent Markets ensure Vienna has preserved its holiday spirit since the Middle Ages

Christmas Markets in Germany
A German tradition that has spread all over the world

Shamanism
Professional shamans will connect you with spirits, but listen carefully as maybe your ancestors are trying to tell you something

Christmas Markets in Sweden
Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions

Try a Guinea Pig or Cuy
An offer of a guinea pig plate is the highest privilege in Bolivia, and refusal is unacceptable!

Longsheng (Longji) Rice Terraces
It took hundreds of years to construct a mountain of rice terraces which today reaches up to 900 m above sea level

Paucartambo Festival
Learn about Peruvian history, pay respect to the dead, honor the Virgin, and try not to lose your head in the craziness of this event

Cowal Highland Gathering
At Highland dances, Scottish boys and girls perform in national costumes dancing to the traditional sounds of the hornpipe

Semana Santa (Holy Week) in Antigua
Deemed world's greatest Easter Week Festival, local celebrations amaze with fervent and colorful ceremonies

Nalukataq, Whaling Festival in Barrow
It is perhaps the most authentic Native American event in Alaska. People there still preserve their old traditions

Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
Beetle larvae, baby fish with their guts intact, and lamb testicles promise an unforgettable culinary adventure for daring food enthusiasts

Cottongrass Blooming
The surprisingly green landscape of Greenland becomes dotted with white fluffy flowers in summer

Ganesh Chaturthi Festival
Once a year all of Mauritius celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi—the birthday of the youngest son of Hindu gods Shiva and Parvati, Ganesha

Phuket Vegetarian Festival, or Nine Emperor Gods Festival
One of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism

Carro Matto—New Wine Feast
Florentines salute “crazy cart” carrying the first 2000 bottles of new wine with much ceremonial

Réttir
The Big Round-Up. An event that takes place in the countryside and, as unusual as it sounds, includes sheep and romance

Hallstatt Christmas Market
A single-day romantic fair in one of the world's most photographed towns!

Monschau Christmas Market
The fairytale Christmas market you won't forget

Trier Christmas Market
Enjoy Christmas shopping and Advent events in the most romantic setting worldwide!

Roman Artichokes
A great complement to Italian pizza, pasta, and Easter food. Try artichokes prepared in both Jewish and authentic Roman styles

Chestnut Season and Fête de la Châtaigne
A little province in the South of France is the chestnut capital of the world

Christmas Markets (Marchés de Noël)
Alsace, Aquitaine and the French Riviera have their beautiful Christmas traditions

Magusto festival in Portugal
A joyful harvest celebration when family and friends gather near the bonfire

Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival
Germans are totally into pumpkins. You can check it out at the largest pumpkin festival in the world

Dresden Christmas Markets
Step into a world where holiday traditions meet modern festivity, all wrapped in the magic of the season

Zagreb Christmas Market (Advent Zagreb)
The spirit of Advent and entertainment for the whole family awaits in one of Europe's best Christmas destinations

Glasgow Christmas Markets
Experience the best-in-class Christmas shopping in the city of Glasgow

Fiestas del Charco
Enjoy the unforgettable emotions of this day full of fun. This fiesta of joy is one must-visit during your Canary vacations

Westman Islands Camping Festival (Þjóðhátíð)
A great festival that mixes music, drinking, eating and a little romance

Istanbul Coffee Festival
Join over 30,000 people at one of the world's biggest coffee festivals

Cinco de Mayo
Bring your amigos and enjoy the fiesta with some Mexican flavor. There will be fresh margaritas, and mariachi music—a true Mexican festival in NYC!

Khmer New Year's Day
Khmer New Year's Day is the happiest time in Cambodia when people wish each other peace, happiness, and prosperity

Strawberry Season
The Netherlands have probably the best strawberries in the world!

Burns Night Celebrations
Scotsmen respect their national poet and commemorate his legacy by cooking his favorite meal on his birthday

Inti Raymi or Aymara New Year
The two-faced and twelve-horned Aya Uma and dancing circles worship sun and nature through ancient Aymara rituals

Stilt Fishing
Once this kind of fishing was a necessity, now it is fading away

Long Grove Apple Fest
Celebrate the beauty of fall at this annual apple festival!

Fiesta de la Cruz
Instead of oppressive sadness, the cross and crucifixion is commemorated through vivid costumed dances

Lanzarote Volcanic Vineyards
The easternmost of the Canary Islands strikes by its moon-like landscape and unexpectedly lush vineyards

Traditional Fishing with Nego-Chin Boats
The people in Provence are very protective of their traditions and this annual event is a good example

Paro Tshechu
This festival reveals the secrets of compassion and peace through sacred dances and ritualistic music

Cycling around Mont Ventoux
Explore villages, olive groves, vineyards, and other wonders in the Mont Ventoux region

Coffee Picking Season
The coffee grown in Panama has a magnificent taste due to the mixture of different cultures

Christmas Markets in Spain
Colorful and cozy Christmas markets in Spain ignite a desire to come back to this country again and again

Nuremberg Christmas Market
Don't miss one of the most famous Christmas markets in the world

Sumo Grand Tournaments
Check out this famous and ancient Japanese sport in action!

Beltane Fire Festival
Celebrate the arrival of summer in Scotland with music, bonfires, and uninhibited behaviour

Tapati Rapa Nui
A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

Visiting Tsaatan Tribe
Meet the reindeer nomads during their short-lasting stay out of the taiga's deep forests

Festa Ħut (Fish Festival)
Enjoy a day out by the sea in the scenic village of Marsaxlokk and savor some fresh fish

Green Tea Fields
Check where your favourite beverage comes from and don't forget to try some green tea ice cream and green tea noodle soup

The Gitan Pilgrimage
Watch a small sleepy seaside town of Saintes Maries de la Mer turns into a noisy and wild carnival with Gypsy dancing and music

Belfast Christmas Market
Get the ultimate Christmas experience at this Christmas market

Fiesta de La Tirana
The evil spirits are scared off by the rhythms of the devils' dance

Independence Day
“Hira Gasy” or musical presentation of Malagasy folklore is the highlight of the Independence Day celebration

Mekong Delta Fruit Season
The best and most unique fruits are available during this season

Rooftop Gardens and Farms
It may sound strange but even in a concrete jungle of New York City you'll find farms and gardens. Although they are a bit unusual!

Oktoberfest
The most famous beer festival in the world welcomes everyone to enjoy Bavarian culture, rivers of beer, and great traditional cuisine

Holi Festival
A Hindu festival celebrated with lots of colors and picturesque traditions

Marathon de Paris
It's not just about running beside world-famous monuments—music, cheese, and wine tasting wait en route too

Q’eswachaka Bridge Weaving
This Inca bridge is a connection between the past and the present, and its renovation is a real tradition for locals

Cacao Harvest Season
Enjoy the process of making one of the sweetest things in the world - from cacao beans to chocolate

Guelaguetza Festival
The indigenous people of Mexico gather thousands at the amphitheatre to introduce pre-Hispanic culture

Cormorant Fishing
One of the oldest fishing traditions in the world, Ukai fishing is a fascinating practice. Check out just how it's done!

Tobacco Harvest
Get world's finest cigars from the very heart of world's tobacco industry

Easter Parade & Easter Bonnet Festival
One of the best Easter traditions in the Big Apple, where New Yorkers show off their creativity

Castells or Human Towers
An amazing tradition of constructing human towers

Finland Christmas Markets
What could beat winter dull better than the cheerful bustle of holiday fairs?

Wan Ok Phansa
The festival that marks the end of the Buddhist lent is full of celebrations and interesting authentic activities

Lotus Lantern Festival (Yeon Deung Hoe)
Established over 1,300 years ago, this annual Buddhist lantern festival brightens the hearts and skies of both Korea and the world

Brighton Christmas Market (Winter Fayre)
This Christmas market truly verges on the sublime

Krakow Christmas Market
The iconic central square of Krakow, Rynek Główny, hosts most of the city's winter holiday festivities

New Orleans Red Dress Run
A flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer

Carnival of Santiago de Cuba
Country's most colorful and delightful carnival—the brightest jewel of Cuba's festivals

New Year's Eve
Usher in the New Year in Hawaii with a festive vibe and some authentic bliss

Southbank Centre Winter Market
The Southbank Centre promises great winter fun, starting with a Winter Market and captivating activities

Bavaria Christmas Markets
Treat yourself to a once-in-a-lifetime experience: see the extra special Christmas markets of Bavaria!

Catching Whitebait
Whitebaiters spend long hours to fish precious whitebait with the nets

Yipao Parade
Iconic Colombian vehicles may pack as much as you need, including agricultural produce, livestock, furniture, families, the entire households—and that deserves to be celebrated

Bullfighting in Mexico
Mexico remains one of few countries where this traditional entertainment is still legal, but it feels like it's to be banned soon

West Indian Labor Day Parade
A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

Semana Santa (Holy Week) & Easter
Venezuela's tropical Holy Week celebrations will add spirituality to your vacation

Octopus Season
Santorini boasts to be a seafood destination, and offers octopus dishes with its own unique flavour

Hogueras de San Juan
Light up some bonfires, enjoy fireworks, and celebrate the shortest night of the year

Semana Santa (Holy Week) & Easter
Join colorful pointed hoods processions carrying the Holy Statues through Ibiza Town

Wisteria Tunnels
Visit the hundred-year-old wisteria gardens during bloom and see their unbelievable beauty

Hmong New Year
An indigenous ethnic group of Northern Laos displays its colorful festive traditions

Greek Orthodox Easter & Holy Week
Santorini is the right place to see the most authentic and spiritual Greek traditions

Valkenburg Christmas Markets
Feel the genuine spirit of the holidays in the prime Christmas town of the Netherlands

Notting Hill Carnival
The capital of Great Britain is hardly recognizable when the Afro-Caribbean spirit revels in the streets of London

St Anthony Feast in Boston
This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot

Warsteiner Montgolfiade Balloon Festival
Visit the jolliest festival in Europe

Akutaq
Berries mixed with dried fish, walrus tallow, and reindeer fat—sounds strange? Alaskans don’t think so

Noche de Rábanos, or Night of the Radishes
Imagine nativity scenes composed of carved radish, corn husks, and dried flowers!

Lviv Christmas Markets
Absorb the smells and sounds of Ukrainian Christmas across cozy holiday villages

Cranberry Harvest
In the middle of fall, plain low-growing cranberry vines transform into exuberant red bogs

Día de Los Muertos
This colourful celebration is prepared especially for the immortal souls that come down to earth to join the living on this special day

Bruges Christmas Markets
A special occasion full of the festive hustle and bustle, Belgian delicacies, and authentic holiday gifts

Lantern Festival
Dragons, butterflies, flamingos, bears, and rabbits! You'll be amazed at the shapes these various lanterns can take!

Basel Fasnacht (Carnival of Basel)
If you think the best carnivals are only in South America, visit Basel and you might change your mind!

Corpus Christi
Joining this colorful parade is a great way to get to know Spanish traditions and customs

Diablos de Yare
An 18th-century Venezuelan tradition became one of the world's most colorful carnivals

Wine Fight (La Batalla del Vino)
Red wine seems to be flowing in the veins of locals in Haro. Once a year it also fills up the streets of the town—at the exuberant battle of wine

La Corda de Paterna
This magnificent half an hour spectacle in the sky will be an event you'll always remember

Fiesta de Santa Eulalia
A traditional Catalan street party with giants, dragons, lions and eagles taking part