Traditions

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

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

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

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

The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter

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

A month-long celebration of the blooming season

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

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

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

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

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

Explore some of the coziest festive fairs in Germany

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

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

100 years before Christ, Mallorca was already making wine

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

Soak up the merry and bright vibes of Christmas in Stockholm

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Witness the oldest continuously simulated battle in the world

Some of the best holiday food and entertainment in North Germany

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

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

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

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

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

A deadly festival of log riding that attracts more than half a million people

Tusheti is one of the most picturesque high-mountain hidden gems of Georgia

Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world

A truly wild festival with giant floats and hundreds of participants

A spectacular competition of building human towers - something to be seen only in Catalonia

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

Symbolic costumed performances and water fighting traditions that go back over 2,000 years

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

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

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

Only a truly patient explorer can find the secret cave party

One of the most authentic festivals in Cambodia that attracts several millions people each year and marks a unique natural phenomenon—the reversing flow between the Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong River

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

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

Enjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and a festive atmosphere

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

The largest Filipino festival outside of Philippines

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

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

Towns of Paucartambo and Pisac near Cusco are home to a festival dedicated to Virgen del Carmen, a ceremony well worth attending

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

The championship of the typical Frisian ships is a highlight of the region

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

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

Four days packed with spectacular Italian-themed entertainment

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

Become a part of the traditional ceremony of ship burning

A unique natural phenomenon that offers great opportunities to surfers and kayakers

Watch this gorgeous dance of horses

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

A fervent celebration of masculine strength and feminine grace

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

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

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

Enjoy a truly unique and often hilarious experience at the Reindeer Racing Championship

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

Rotterdam summer sparks with the vibrant and colorful carnival

Easter in Florence is memorable for splendid fireworks display

New Zealand rugby players keep spectators electrified during the entire match starting with vigorous haka cries

The 500-year-old​ traditions with bonfires and parades of fearsome monsters unfold on the bank of the Danube, making one of the strangest and most unforgettable events in Hungary

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

A festival that celebrates the beauty of Shibazakura

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

The beautiful though often underappreciated blossom of the Japanese plum is one of the first signs of spring

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

This ancient Scandinavian market is recreated in this special UNESCO world heritage site

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

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

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

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.

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

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

The folk tunes and floats in Mergellina

The ancient tombs of Loughcrew are aligned perfectly with equinox sunrise​ and have been a sacred place for Gaelic culture, especially during this occasion

Both religious and cultural, the festival adorns the country

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

World's biggest tidal wave may easily sweep you into the river, and viewing platforms don't always guarantee your safety

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

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

Hindu devotees dance with heavy and prickly kavadis decorated with flowers and peacock feathers and pour life-giving milk to honour Murugan

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

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

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

Get some gifts for your loved ones and indulge in food & drinks that will keep you warm

The fairytale Christmas market you won't forget

Feel the spirit of Argentina by visiting the most beautiful and passionate dance festival in Buenos Aires

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

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

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

The festivities involve throwing torches on the wooden boats, carrying flags, putting up the gates, and singing

Watch a great celebration of local communities, when hundreds of wild horses return to farm homes in the fall

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

Are you brave enough to lure a bull into the sea?

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

Run, Rudolph, run! This festival in Alaska offers a unique blend of winter fun and Alaskan tradition

If your life seems grey and you are looking for more color, check out Goa's Holi Festival

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

Holidays wouldn't be complete without a winter market experience

A music festival which represents Corsica's cultural identity

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

When charged up Uppies and Doonies fight for the leather trophy ball, the townspeople protect their dwellings with wooden barricades

One of the holiest days for Buddhists, celebrates the day when 1250 disciples of Buddha gathered for his preaching. The holiday includes one of the most spectacular ceremonies in Buddhism

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

Feel the beauty of traditional ceremonies and taste delicious foods

The most hilarious and astonishing thing you might see in Morocco is the goat trees

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

Enjoy a jaw-dropping show at this unique drive-in event

Munich has a lot of entertainment to impress and excite on New Year's Eve

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

A delicious festival to celebrate the hazelnut harvest

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

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

The festival to honour the win of good over the evil

Skåne is Sweden's southern region which boasts endless yellow fields among typical red houses

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

This Pagan feast may be erased from Gregorian calendar, but not from people'​s minds

Celebration of the arguculture and the art of shepherding

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

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

Marking the last day of Khmer year, the festival is dedicated to ancestors and is a mix of solemn peaceful celebration and full of adrenaline festive activities

In order to attract eels, Japanese fishermen use an interesting technique. Check it out for yourself!

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

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

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

A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit

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

Step into a real Halloween atmosphere with this sparkling procession

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

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

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

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

Some of the largest and most atmospheric Weihnachtsmärkte

In honour of this Catholic Saint,​ Guatemalans perform a traditional indigenous dance

The original setting and ancient Viking atmosphere makes you feel like a member of the warriors' camp

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

Have you ever held a baby sea turtle in your hands? This is a great occasion to carry a whole dozen

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

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

A holiday showcase of Alsace cuisine, decor, and culture

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

Alaskan lands remember the times of the great Gold Rush. Moreover, there is still a chance to get some gold! Are you ready to face this challenge?

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

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

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

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

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

Take a glance of one of the most impressive performances of Cappadocia's best whirling dancers

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

An unforgettable Taiwanese tradition in which thousands of bright lanterns light up the Pingxi sky!

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

The only site in the whole world where a vast dry area annually transforms into a lush orange flowerbed, but only for a few short weeks

The kissing festival for the singles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Every year, the town of Ibi is seized by frantic soldiers who reestablish new justice with flour bombs, eggs, and firecrackers

A sport in which the French are the ultimate champions

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

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

Learn about the legend of La Befana during the National Holiday Epiphany

It's like snowboarding, surfing and sledging, yet without snow, water or sledges, just sand dunes and a dose of adrenaline

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

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

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

Yellow fruit of ancient ginkgo trees: aromatic or stinky – you are to decide

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

Discover Corsican cheese traditions!

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

The kite festival that sends a message to the Hindu gods

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