Gastronomy

Immerse yourself in the festive magic of a medieval town

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

Witness Independence Day in Buenos Aires!

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

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

Get into the holiday spirit surrounded by famous landmarks

The event to celebrate the home-coming of Bishop Paolino in 431

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

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

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

Sink into fall ambiance in the dense woodlands of Nova Scotia

There's no better place than Orlando for some Independence Day fun with kids

You’ll never know what Krakow really tastes like until you try some true Polish cuisine. The best time to do this is the National Pierogi Festival

Thousands of pilgrims walk to the foots of Andes to welcome new circle of life or honor the Lord

A German tradition that has spread all over the world

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

Lots of entertainment and delicious food from all over Italy

100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

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

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

Soak up the merry and bright vibes of Christmas in Stockholm

Patriotic music, parades, fireworks, and live entertainment

December marks the peak of colorful religious celebrations held monthly in Andacollo

50,000 yellow rubber ducks are splashed into the Chicago River to fundraise for the Special Olympics Illinois

Taking place in the port city of Limon, the carnival celebrates nice weather and joy of life

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

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

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

The unique style of Madrid Christmas markets will make your holidays in the Spanish capital memorable

Extravaganza over the river and World War I Memorial

Some of the best holiday food and entertainment in North Germany

A celebration of everything about ginger hair and redheads

A great opportunity to witness one of the most recognizable Spanish traditions

Most Vietnamese holidays are celebrated according to the Lunar Calendar which has a full moon cycle. The full moon festival hence is of a big meaning and is a monthly event in Hoi An

The Big Easy City is great at celebrating! Summers here are hot, and so are the festivities

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

Celebrate Independence Day in America's Birthplace

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

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

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

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

A mix of Mediterranean food and culture with Alpine traditions

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

Enjoy the fireworks from one of the many gondolas in St. Mark's Basin

Mapuche Indians along with other Chilean indigenous nations celebrate their traditions in June

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

Jutland's sand turned into huge and impressive sculptures

Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world

A truly wild festival with giant floats and hundreds of participants

Alsace, Aquitaine and the French Riviera have their beautiful Christmas traditions

Free museums entry, a parade and fireworks are part of the celebration

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

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

Enjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and a festive atmosphere

Watch this gorgeous dance of horses

The cheese fair held in the birthplace of pecorino itself offers the best selection of world-famous Tuscan cheese

Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions

Celebrate Independence Day with the most amazing pyrotechnic displays in Northeast Ohio

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

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

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

Plunge into the exciting atmosphere of Independence Day celebrations with the Alaskans!

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

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

Scotland loves Christmas! It hosts some of the best Christmas Markets in the UK

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

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

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

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

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

A flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer

Join thousands of people in this amazing Independence Day celebration

The Festival gathers folk musicians and dancers from all around the country and introduces the cultural spirit of Panama

"Hello" everybody; Bula Festival in Nadi welcomes everyone for a week of fun

Discover some of the best Christmas markets in Denmark

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

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

Hot greek summers would be incomplete without a juicy fruit plate

If you see a figure with an umbrella coming down from a church on a rope—then you are in Basque Country!

The folk tunes and floats in Mergellina

Purple heather blooms on ornate open Scottish fields, heathlands, wetlands, and forests

Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

On this holy day, ask any local to bring you to the Pagoda, and you will take part in the spiritual Buddhist ritual

A joyful harvest celebration when family and friends gather near the bonfire

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

A festival that celebrates the beauty of Shibazakura

If it's not a sign to put your green and yellow clothes on, then what is? Celebrate Brazil's Independence Day NYC style

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

The fairytale Christmas market you won't forget

A delicious festival to celebrate the hazelnut harvest

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

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

Get out and participate in one of the largest boat races in Venice

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

A celebration of life and gratefulness—that's what this festival is about

Witness the brilliant palette of mother nature throughout New Brunswick

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

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

Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

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

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

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

Fruit lovers, prepare for the time of your life

This exciting and flirtatious dance plays a major role in the Dominican culture

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

Some of the largest and most atmospheric Weihnachtsmärkte

Every winter Gothenburg transforms into a winter wonderland and dazzles with holiday lights

Visit the Canton of Valais or the famous region of Lavaux that boasts 830 hectares of terraced vineyards that stretch for almost 30 km along Lake Geneva

A great festival that mixes music, drinking, eating and a little romance

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

Nestled in the mountains of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is a true winter wonderland

Enjoy a day out by the sea in the scenic village of Marsaxlokk and savor some fresh fish

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

Autumn is the best time to discover the beer culture of Belgium

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

Check out some of the most atmospheric Christmas fairs in Europe to get into the mood before the holidays

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

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

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

Scary evil Santa twin occupies Austria, looking for bad, naughty kids

Toronto invites lovers of Caribbean culture to the largest North American street festival of colorful traditions

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

The festival of the most known Italian dish

A flowery kingdom on Croatia's sunniest island

When visiting Sicily, don't miss the opportunity to try "green gold"—pistachios

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

Spain has many crazy customs, witness one of them and try it during the Triana festivities

Feel the beauty of traditional ceremonies and taste delicious foods

The unusual Belgian water race attracts participants from all over the world

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

Joyful parades and endless fun on the streets

Giant flamboyant hand-made kites embody the millennia-old tradition of communicating with the dead

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

Celebrate the Persian New Year in Zanzibar which has neatly been incorporated into tradition

Come to celebrate samba and all things Brazil at Liverpool's Brazilica Festival

Watch a bright fireworks display and a parade in Webster Groves on Independence Day

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

Panama has an amazing biodiversity and abundance of fruits and vegetables that become ripe during the rain season

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

A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit

A holiday showcase of Alsace cuisine, decor, and culture

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

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

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

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

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

These spring flowers transform the Netherlands into a large colourful carpet

A little medieval town of Guardia Sanframondi situated about 60 km from Naples, hosts the mystical medieval event every seven years

Feel the spirit of the Bunon tribe during an interesting aboriginal ritual

The favorite fish delicacy of the Arecibo region

One of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism

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

These stones or rather "creatures" have been baffling the scientists for years. Truth or fiction, they are said to influence people's thoughts and seek revenge when treated badly

A party that simply can't be missed

Star of the show on Portugese Christmas dinner tables

No fireworks or fancy family dinners, but rather a​ temple worship, splashing water, and street food

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

Mormons all over Utah celebrate Pioneer Day, but the greatest and most spectacular celebrations are held in Salt Lake City

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!

Grape cultivation and wine festivals constitute the tangible part of the French lifestyle. Everyone can join in!

How about celebrating Independence Day in Santa Cruz style?

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

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

Get into the mood for the holidays with traditional European entertainment

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

The traditional celebration of the end of the harvest

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

From wild flowers to 4th of July fireworks, from charming sunrises to Independence Day parades, you'll find bursts of color along every Main Street and on every trail

An old pre-Carnival tradition from Rapperswil, near Lake Zurich

Maltese summer nights will provide you with a memorable experience with bursts of colour, music, and bright fireworks during the traditional festa (feast) season

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

A remarkable mixture of pagan and Christian traditions turns into sombre but festive celebration of skull in the city of La Paz

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

Beautiful opera music in the relaxed atmosphere during the Summer Recital Series

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

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

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

This festival represents a special religious tradition of carrying decorated crosses up the hill

Trekking in the rainforests can be somewhat challenging, but very rewarding with magnificent vistas and untouched nature

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

A unique event held annually in Bavaria. When cows come back home, the locals greet them and celebrate their return

One of the greatest street parties that ends with impressive fireworks

The best idea for a winter stroll in Warsaw

An offer of a guinea pig plate is the highest privilege in Bolivia, and refusal is unacceptable!

It took hundreds of years to construct a mountain of rice terraces which today reaches up to 900 m above sea level

The festival where millions of roses are harvested will strike your imagination!

Check out this famous and ancient Japanese sport in action!

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

UNESCO-listed Old City looks stunning during Christmas holidays

The evil spirits are scared off by the rhythms of the devils' dance

Deemed world's greatest Easter Week Festival, local celebrations amaze with fervent and colorful ceremonies

The Netherlands have probably the best strawberries in the world!

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

It is perhaps the most authentic Native American event in Alaska. People there still preserve their old traditions

This amazing Christmas market in Lille has all the chances to become your go-to place during the winter holidays

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

This Christmas market truly verges on the sublime

Discover Corsican cheese traditions!

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