Whenever you hear the words “summer camp,” the image that comes to mind is probably a row of cabins beside a lake with a campfire somewhere as well as a huge lodge where food was served to a group of rowdy kids. Today, summer camp could mean a whole host of things. There are...
Holi: The Festival of Colors
Holi, also known as Phagwah, is one of the few Hindu festivals that are actively celebrated both inside and outside of India. It sometimes seems that foreigners are more in love with this festival than the locals. No matter where you are traveling now, if there’s a Holy celebrating waiting for you, keep reading...
Tomato Splash: La Tomatina
Travelers that have ever been to Spain in August probably still smell like tomatoes. Why? Entire Spain smells like tomatoes that month, but don’t worry, that’s actually very fun! See, the Spanish have one of the most incredible and fun festivals in the world. It’s called La Tomatina, and the name probably suggests the meaning....
5 Favourite Melbourne Music Festivals
If one of your favourite things to do over the summer period is rock on at some fantastic live music, then you would be well advised to organise a hotel in Melbourne and head to this Aussie culture capital for a legendary line-up of festivals. With a range of well-known, annual events that cater...
Weird Mexican Festivals Not to Be Missed
Who doesn’t like the colors and costumes, the magical music and the fierce dance, the vibrancy and the enthusiasm of festivals, especially when they are weird? If you have festive mood and are looking for something different, filled with unusual events, then Mexico is a great choice, a popular tourist destination that truly loves...
A Guide to Live Music Venues in Seattle – Still Pushing Sound on Puget Sound
The buzz around Seattle’s music scene has not died down since the 1950s and has given rise to artists like Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Jimi Hendrix, The Wailers, Queensryche, Soundgarden, Nirvana, and Pearl Jam. While the last major movement in the city was more than a decade ago, musicians are still churning out innovative...
Best Montreal Summer Festivals for 2013
Canada‘s second largest city after Quebec, Montreal has much to be proud of: museums, historic sites, shopping districts, fabulous restaurants and vibrant nightclubs, and more, much more. An island set along the almighty St. Lawrence River, Montreal is known as the city built around a mountain, offering spectacular views photographers always appreciate. But what...
Major Events in Paris this Summer
Paris is home to many fun summer events that offer holidaymakers searching for cheap tickets everything needed to have a jolly good time whilst enjoying everything Paris has to offer. To see what we mean, please read this list of 10 major Paris summer events that offer holidaymakers many reasons to visit Paris this...
Best UK Music Festivals for 2013
UK is synonymous with festivals – seasonal, cultural or religious, as well as those celebrating a particular interest or activity, such as music, literature, or film, which are among the best and most varied anywhere in the world. Today’s post is about some of the best UK Music Festivals for 2013 that never fail...
France’s Food and Wine Festivals and Events
To indulge in culinary festivals and wine events is a truly memorable experience. And even if the festival is celebrated far from your country, a culinary event becomes a great excuse to travel and explore other destinations and all they have to offer. From this point of view, France is no exception with many...
Check out the Amazing Flower Festivals around the World
Many people will agree with me that flowers are the most incredible and most beautiful things Mother Nature has ever created that always make us smile and keep us happy and in high moods. There are different displays of these unique and colorful ‘creatures.’ And if you’ve followed our previous posts, maybe you remember...
Discover Interesting Festivals around the World
Festivals play an important role in a culture’s identity and it’s worth mentioning that there is no better way of appreciating a new culture than by taking part in one of its festivals. There are numerous types of festivals in the world, some with religious origins, while others involving seasonal change. And no matter...
Discover Interesting Festivals in Japan
Japanese people’s hearts simply leap in anticipation of the numerous colorful festivals and events that take place each year in every corner of this wonderful country. This is because the Japanese culture is one of the most fascinating and unique cultures in the world. Japan’s festivals most often celebrate the changing of the seasons,...
Cultural and City-wide Events in Yerevan, Armenia
It’s summertime and that means more and more people are packing their bags and leaving their homes for a relaxing and eventful vacation. Among numerous dreamscape summer travel destinations on Earth, Armenia has its own place, should your interests lie in nature, culture or history. A landlocked mountainous country located in the Transcaucasia region,...
India Holidays: Diwali Festival
Do you have a spirit of adventure? Plan your next trip to India – the land of infinitive variety, where every day starts with the anticipation of an amazing adventure. From golden deserts and exotic beaches fringed by swaying palms, to magnificent temples and fortresses, to stunning landscapes and wonderful cuisine, India will never...