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!

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

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

Soak up the merry and bright vibes of Christmas in Stockholm

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

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

Some of the best holiday food and entertainment in North Germany

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

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

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

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

A mix of Mediterranean food and culture with Alpine traditions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

Enjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and a festive atmosphere

Watch this gorgeous dance of horses

Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions

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

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

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A delicious festival to celebrate the hazelnut harvest

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

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

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

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

The fairytale Christmas market you won't forget

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

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

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

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

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

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

Fruit lovers, prepare for the time of your life

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

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

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

Some of the largest and most atmospheric Weihnachtsmärkte

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A flowery kingdom on Croatia's sunniest island

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

Feel the beauty of traditional ceremonies and taste delicious foods

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

The festival of the most known Italian dish

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

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

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

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

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

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

A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit

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

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

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

A holiday showcase of Alsace cuisine, decor, and culture

These spring flowers transform the Netherlands into a large colourful carpet

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

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

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

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

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

Star of the show on Portugese Christmas dinner tables

A party that simply can't be missed

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

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

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

The favorite fish delicacy of the Arecibo region

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The traditional celebration of the end of the harvest

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

The best idea for a winter stroll in Warsaw

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNESCO-listed Old City looks stunning during Christmas holidays

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

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

One of the greatest street parties that ends with impressive fireworks

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

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

Discover Corsican cheese traditions!

The Netherlands have probably the best strawberries in the world!

Check out this famous and ancient Japanese sport in action!

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

Florentines salute “crazy cart” carrying the first 2000 bottles of new wine with much ceremonial

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

Be sure to book tickets to this fairytale hot-air balloon festival!

This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot

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

Established over 1,300 years ago, this annual Buddhist lantern festival brightens the hearts and skies of both Korea and the world

Get the ultimate Christmas experience at this Christmas market

Discover what Christmas Market in Metz has prepared for you

Rich with colour and life weekly Barcelos market demonstrates centuries of tradition and craftsmanship

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

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

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

A little province in the South of France is the chestnut capital of the world

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

A religious fiesta that blends Spanish traditions with African heritage

It can be a very calming and peaceful experience to join the Lao people in temples on the first day of Buddhist Lent

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

Feel the spirituality of the Japanese Buddhist festival of the Dead

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

Want to see real knights fight? Check it out at Kaltenberger Ritterturnier in Germany

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

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

A delicious fish specialty

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

Every June the streets of Lisbon are decorated, and the smell of grilled sardines fills the air for a few days

Feel the good-ol'-days vibe at this flea market

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!