Traditions

Immerse yourself in the festive magic of a medieval town

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

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

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

Ukrainian traditions will keep you full and entertained during the brightest feast of Easter

Special Romanian Easter rites include painted egg tapping, night vigils, and perfume attacks to bring girls good luck

Don't miss the blooming of the state flower of Texas

Dive deeper into the cherry blossom beauty in the capital of Sweden

Orthodox Easter or "Velikden" is one of the largest and most important holidays in Bulgaria

Get into the holiday spirit surrounded by famous landmarks

Explore some of the coziest festive fairs in Germany

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

Open an Advent calendar's window and welcome Christmas with Hungarians

Numerous processions, Passion plays, and the Way of the Cross—religious traditions make it the most spectacular week

Feel the beauty of traditional ceremonies and taste delicious foods

Festive traditions feature Lent mourning ceremonies, night candle lighting, and colored egg-cracking

Just for one week, the cherry trees of New Haven are in full bloom

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

Not everything green is associated with St. Patrick's Day - Green beer in the Czech Republic is part of Easter holy week traditions

One of the most spectacular celebrations of Easter happens in the Netherlands!

The festival of the most known Italian dish

A vibrant celebration of the national fish of Philippines

Visit some of the wonderful Greek beaches, which are home to the adorable Caretta turtles

Holy week is a great chance to observe the Dominican Republic at its best

One of the largest festivals on the Balearic Islands will surprise you with its amazing costumes and noisy parties

Bright-yellow sunflower fields provide a beautiful contrast to the lush purple rows of lavender

No matter where you go for Santa Pasqua in Sicily, you'll find a totally unique experience

The "penitents" in pointed hoods, barefoot "Nazarenes", and religious statues take over the streets for a week of solemn processions

A traditional holiday of Aluth Avurudda & Puthandu is equally important for Sinhalese and Tamil people of Sri Lanka

A Nordic tradition, celebrated on the night before the Midsummer's Day

The holy week in Colombia is celebrated with colorful religious performances and ceremonies

Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere and check out traditional Irish gifts

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

Even though the climate of Minnesota does not favor cherry trees, St. Paul still boasts a place to enjoy beautiful sakura flowers

A month-long celebration of the blooming season

Come to see how Kraków celebrates Easter—some of the local traditions date back to the 16th century

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

Lots of music and rakija at the craziest brass festival in the world

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

Every four years, sometime in October, millions of migrating sockeye salmon paint the Adams River scarlet-red

Meet the King and get your portion of good luck for the whole year

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

Both interesting to those who are looking for bargains or local culture and lifestyle

These Maltese fireworks are not just pyrotechnical displays, they are Art!

A religious holiday marked by processions and family gatherings

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

Discover Las Palmas de Gran Canaria full of passion, sorrow, and devotion

The most important holiday in Spain when every city holds amazing and emotional celebrations

Feel the spirituality of Crete during the biggest religious holiday in the country

Unfortunately Malta is plagued by more and more jellyfish every summer due to increasing temperatures

The feast of Húsvét in Hungary is a cultural celebration involving folk arts and traditional foods

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

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of winter holidays and savor mouth-watering Belgian delicacies

You can easily seduce a couple of tiny nectar drinking birds to your backyard with feeders or suitable blooms

The magical beauty of Slovenia guarantees that you will have the best Christmas ever!

Venezuela's tropical Holy Week celebrations will add spirituality to your vacation

Some of the best holiday food and entertainment in North Germany

Rolling drums, trumpets, and hundreds of religious worshippers in bright and colorful dress is the hallmark of Easter in Madrid

Take to the streets to see elaborate and dramatic processions and honour the most important week in the Christian calendar

From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday: pray, love, and have fun!

Hot greek summers would be incomplete without a juicy fruit plate

Local festivities often blend Spanish Christian traditions with native Indian celebrations

A beautiful spring-time tradition with long history

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

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

Watch the 5th Avenue turn green during the largest St. Patrick's Parade in the world

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

A vibrant harvest celebration in Lucban in the province of Quezon

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

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

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

Lots of entertainment and delicious food from all over Italy

Santorini is the right place to see the most authentic and spiritual Greek traditions

The Netherlands Christmas markets are about to impress you with the variety of festive stalls and dazzling lights

Morikami Museum is the best place to see blooming cherry trees in The Sunshine State

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

The private garden of the King welcomes visitors for three weeks only

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

Set off for your birdwatching journey across Ireland to spot puffins on the coast

Behold a range of pink across New Jersey's parks and arboretums

Bag a unique holiday gift at one of the most visited festive fairs in Europe

Easter festivities are not complete without colorful carpets covering the main streets of Comayagua and Tegucigalpa

Are you ready for a flashback into 16th century?

Cypriot Easter is all about colorful eggs, candle processions, and huge bonfires

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

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

While some locals claim it's part of their culture, millions protest against the cruel festival worldwide and some people even adopt rescued dogs

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

Visit the city during the week of spectacular religious processions and delicious Easter treats

Witness the oldest continuously simulated battle in the world

Houston gathers the Irish and Irish-at-heart for a grand celebration

The biggest celebration in the South-West of France

Find out what the most passionate bullfight in Spain looks like, at the famous La Maestranza bullring

A busy week packed with more than 30 emotional street processions

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!

The Cat Parade takes place in Ypres every three years

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

Sword fights, troubadours and minstrels, and witches burning at the stake—all just as in the Middle Ages

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

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

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

Christians all over India celebrate Easter loudly and authentically

One of the most important holidays in Morocco

A massive religious shrine built by a priest contains thousands of rare stones and minerals and is considered the largest humanmade grotto in the world

Dramatic hooded robes, the smell of wax in the air, and the overall sense of deep mourning ensure a mysterious​ atmosphere

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

Filipinos commemorate their heroes and heritage with the reenactment of the historical events

Look for a bargain at one of Europe's best fashion destinations

100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

A major holiday in Nepal is celebrated with interesting rituals to observe

One of the largest cultural celebrations in the U.S.

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

An interesting festival that celebrates fertility and openness that welcomes everyone!

Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

Join colorful pointed hoods processions carrying the Holy Statues through Ibiza Town

Only a truly patient explorer can find the secret cave party

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

One of the most unusual festivals in Europe, where snakes wrap the statue of San Domenico

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

The celebration of all things Irish all over the Great Britain

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

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

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

Houses, decorated with amazing floral arrangements, transform the old city of Girona into an incredible bouquet of landscapes, colors, and beauty

A celebration of life and Belize independence with the Caribbean flavour

Take a delightful stroll around the city when its cherry trees are in full bloom

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

Even without snow, the holiday season brings magic to Seville's Christmas markets

Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

Try out some of the best food Hell's Kitchen can offer

Rotterdam summer sparks with the vibrant and colorful carnival

The first sign of spring on the Pacific Coast

Nestled in the mountains, the amazing, colorful​ valley attracts visitors from all over the Northwest

Light up some bonfires, enjoy fireworks, and celebrate the shortest night of the year

Do not worry if you visit Egypt during Ramadan. It's always interesting and even frugal

A picturesque horse race in the heart of historical Siena

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

'I was walking in a green forest, I saw a blue violet, it had started to wilt, may I sprinkle it?' – this is what the men ask the women on this holiday before sprinkling them with water

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

This unique fair in La Ceiba is very similar to Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Tens of thousands of bare-breasted maidens dance and sing, bringing reeds to their King

Check out traditional Gaelic ball-sport at the football pitch but with a hockey stick in hands

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

Every year on June 21st, sleeping is forbidden in Ushuaia

Traditional festivals are not numerous on Ibiza, so the fiery summer welcoming is not to be missed

Although the identity and the origin of England's patron saint are not 100% clear, the feast bears a great importance for this nation

The first week of April is the best chance to see Japanese cherry trees in full bloom!

One of the most beautiful spring holidays with unique traditions and lively colourful celebrations

These fast and small jewels make for a first-rate backyard birdwatching

Ezan, or call to prayer, takes on great dimensions when the chants of the Blue Mosque alternate with those of the Hagia Sophia

Austrian cities and ski resorts offer some of the most romantic and cozy holiday fairs in Europe

Japanese Lantern Festivals, where people commemorate the souls of the dead, is the second most essential event in the country after New Year's Eve.

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

The bars and pubs of Berlin celebrate the Irish holiday with much enthusiasm

Experience the magic of vibrant balloons lifting off over the rolling hills of southern Pennsylvania

A beloved annual event offers plenty of local character

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

Visit Sani music fest in sunny Greece!

A colourful and vibrant celebration of the Caribbean culture

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

When a pair of Mexican roosters are released to the rink, only one will survive and another one will drown in his own blood

Experience freshly cooked delights by different Slovenian restaurants at the Friday food market in the heart of Ljubljana

The annual event is a great opportunity to experience a canoe competition, as well as other performances that come along

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

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

Though ecstatic whirling ceremonies might be experienced in many cities of Turkey, the rite's birthplace city of Konya is unmissable one

Watch the traditional Dutch sport and try it yourself

View dozens of tiny, swift, and bold ruby-throats in the Buckeye State during their breeding season

Beautiful, vivid celebrations are held in all the cities and towns of Slovenia

Enjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and a festive atmosphere

Join the real Spanish street party during the Seville’s most beloved April celebration

A colourful religious ceremony honouring the Hindu God of War with offerings and piercings

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

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

Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

Colorful religious processions are the main highlight of the Holy Week in Tuscany

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

An excellent excuse to go pub crawling in one of the largest Scottish cities

Celebrate Holi, the festival of colors with locals of Agra

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

Test your nerves and visit this desert snake hunt

Ramadan drummers traditionally wake up the neighborhood at dawn for an early meal, and the next meal is to happen only after sunset

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

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

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

The beautiful coastline of Albania provides excellent opportunities to enjoy water sports

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

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

A guard in an iconic scarlet tunic and bearskin hat must always be on alert to protect the King, so the changing of the guard is a vital tradition

The forecast is...lots of sunshine and fireworks!

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

The celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy

Take one of the balloon flights and watch Cappadocia's magnificent scenery from heights

Discover unique Easter traditions of Cusco, Ayacucho, and Arequipa

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

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

Delicate sakura opens the tree blooming season in the Golden State

Also known as Duanwu Festival, the event shows the real Chinese dragons

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