Festivals and Events

Mar 29, 2024 • 5 min read

From freezing darkness and empty ski slopes to endless sunshine and cruise crowds, each Alaskan season has its pros and cons. Find your perfect time to go.

Mar 25, 2024 • 6 min read

Cherry blossom in spring; festivals in summer; foliage in fall; and fewer crowds in winter. Here's when to visit Tokyo.

Mar 13, 2024 • 6 min read

From Montréal to Montserrat, if you can't make it to Ireland, these St Patrick's Day parties are the next best thing.

Mar 13, 2024 • 6 min read

From summer sun and fabulous festivals to off-season bargains and crowd-free attractions, here's everything you need to know about when to visit Ireland.

Mar 11, 2024 • 5 min read

The long days of summer make it a peak season for London visitors but there is plenty to do all the year. Here's how to choose when you should visit.

Mar 7, 2024 • 5 min read

The best time to visit Iceland depends on what you want to do while you're there. We've got the lowdown on the seasonal highs and lows to help you decide.

Mar 1, 2024 • 6 min read

For many cultures, the spring equinox signifies a rebirth. Here are 12 incredible places to mark the changing of the season this year.

Feb 29, 2024 • 4 min read

Ramadan is a special time for Muslims for many reasons. Here's what you need to know about the Islamic holy month in 2024.

Feb 28, 2024 • 4 min read

Amsterdam is great all year round but the crowds...not so much. Here's how to pick the perfect time for your budget and needs.

Feb 23, 2024 • 6 min read

Here is everything you need to know about celebrating St Patrick’s Day 2024 in Dublin.

Feb 16, 2024 • 6 min read

You don’t have to fly all the way to Japan to see splendid cherry blossoms. Here are the 10 best places to see these flowering trees in the US this year.

Jan 3, 2024 • 5 min read

Whether you are after sun, sea and sand, seasonal fresh ingredients, or Songkran, these are the best times to visit Thailand.

Jan 2, 2024 • 8 min read

Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, culture, wellness or epic events, Greater Palm Springs is for you

Dec 28, 2023 • 9 min read

As 2023 draws to a close, here's a list of 21 unique events and festivals happening across the globe in 2024 that are worth traveling for.

Dec 11, 2023 • 5 min read

Swimming, hiking, dancing and feeding lorikeets all over this Caribbean island.

Nov 30, 2023 • 5 min read

Rwanda's annual and semi-annual events are a glamorous and exciting way to see the best of the nation

Nov 29, 2023 • 6 min read

Umbria is home to a variety of celebrations and festivals that shine a spotlight on food, music, art, and history

Nov 29, 2023 • 6 min read

The lights are twinkling, the mulled wine is flowing and the cultural events never end: you won’t want to miss out on top holiday-season events in London.

Nov 17, 2023 • 7 min read

From the Great Migration and the best diving conditions to vibrant festivals across Kenya, our guide will help you pick the perfect time for your visit.

Oct 19, 2023 • 5 min read

From New Orleans to Hong Kong to Oaxaca, here are five of the best Halloween travel destinations around the world.

Oct 6, 2023 • 15 min read

After a lean year due to Hollywood strikes, LA-based writer Adrian Wenner flew his son over 5000 miles for a day at the races

Sep 25, 2023 • 8 min read

Spain is one of the world’s top gastronomic playgrounds, and this goes double at festival time. Here are the country's top food festivals.