Play On: A Global Tour Through Twelfth Night Festivities Twelfth Night, or Epiphany Eve, represents a fascinating moment in cultural celebrations around the world. Taking place on January 5th, Twelfth Night traditionally marks the end of the Christmas festivities,...
Taking the Polar Plunge! Dive Into Icy Waters This New Year’s Day (Seriously) Plunging into freezing waters as the calendar turns a new page might sound like a daredevil's pastime, but it's a tradition that spans the globe. This chilly custom, often part of New Year celebrations, has a...
Ring in the New Year on a Budget! Affordable New Year’s Eve Destinations in the U.S. Set off on an adventure to ring in the New Year without stretching your budget! We've carefully selected the best budget-friendly destinations across the United States for your New Year's Eve celebration. From...
The World’s Most Spectacular New Year’s Fireworks Displays New Year's Eve has become synonymous with fireworks. Invented by the Chinese in the 7th century, fireworks have become an exciting part of any and all celebrations. And what bigger celebration than New Year's...
Baby, You’re a Firework! Where to See New Year’s Eve Pyrotechnics Across the U.S. As the year draws to a close, numerous cities across the United States gear up to celebrate New Year's Eve with spectacular fireworks displays. These dazzling shows are not just about the brilliant colors...
Siss! Boom! Aaah! The World’s Most Extravagant New Year’s Eve Celebrations! Where are you planning to spend New Year’s Eve? Imagine ringing in the new year in some of the world’s most lively and captivating cities. These destinations offer more than just a backdrop for New...
Celebrate the Season at These Charming Christmas Markets As the holiday season draws near, the time-honored tradition of Christmas markets brings a special kind of magic to cities across Europe and North America. These markets, brimming with twinkling lights and...
Celebrate Kwanzaa by Exploring African-American Heritage at These Iconic Locations Considering a festive escape this Kwanzaa? Whether you're drawn to vibrant community events, traditional ceremonies, or simply a change of scenery, we've got your ideal destinations lined up. Kwanzaa is a...
Christmas in Vermont: Sleigh Bells, Teddy Bears, and Victorian Flair In the heart of New England, winter weaves its magic across the snowy landscape. And no New England locale wears its winter best better than Vermont. Set among rolling hills and charming villages, Vermont is a...
Charming European Toy Stores to Visit for the Holidays When the holiday season approaches, it's nice to immerse yourself in some old-fashioned holiday cheer. And what could be cheerier than a toy store? Even better, and old-fashioned European toy store, brimming...
Hanukkah’s Hidden Gems: Unconventional Spots for Your Festival of Lights Embark on a journey to celebrate Hanukkah in unexpected corners of the world. Beyond the major Jewish communities around the world, there are more unusual destinations where you can celebrate...
Tired of Turkey at Home? Here Are Some Great Thanksgiving Destinations Are you tired of the same old Thanksgiving routine? Whether you're yearning to escape the annual family gathering or simply looking for an offbeat way to spend the holiday, there are plenty of exciting...
Piecing Together a Spooky Getaway? Celebrate Frankenstein Friday at These Destinations! On a stormy evening in 1816, a young Mary Shelley accepted a challenge from her friends while vacationing in Geneva, Switzerland. The group, which included Mary’s soon-to-be husband Percy Bysshe Shelley and...
Pumpkin Paradise: The Coolest Destinations for National Pumpkin Day! Are you ready to embark on a pumpkin-filled adventure? National Pumpkin Day (October 26th) is just around the corner, and it's the perfect excuse to celebrate everyone's favorite taste for fall. (Pumpkin...