On November 30th Scotland’s culture and heritage are celebrated with St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. St. Andrew’s Day celebrations mark the beginning of Scotland’s winter festival. People worldwide […]
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Plenty of Fun and Food Fights at the Lopburi Monkey Festival
Thailand is an incredible place to teach English, and it is also where one of the most bizarre events in the world takes place, the Lopburi Monkey Festival. In Thailand, […]
The Macau Grand Prix is Asia’s Fast and Furious
Every November one of the coolest racing events takes place called the Macau Grand Prix. Starting in 1954 as a treasure hunt around the city, it is now is one […]
The Pirates Week Festival in the Cayman Islands Will Shiver Ya Timbers!
For 40 years, the Cayman Islands has hosted Pirates Week to celebrate pirate legends and culture. The grand celebration begins with a steel pan competition followed by fireworks. Other events […]
Experience The Magic of The Loi Krathong Festival
One of the most magical events in the world is the Loi Krathong Festival in Thailand. People pay respect to the Goddess of Water, and ask forgiveness by releasing lotus […]
Go Ahead and Run the Coolest Marathon in the World
Once a year runners from around the world join an arctic adventure named the Polar Circle Marathon. This marathon, which includes a route through the polar ice cap, takes place […]
The Diwali Festival! Let’s Light Up the World
Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, begins October 19th in Mumbai, India the For five days people exchange gifts and burn oil lanterns. Women dress in beautiful, colorful silk Saris […]
Love is in the Air in Ireland
Singles around the world are seeking love in Lisdoonvarna, Ireland at the Matchmaking Festival. This event is over 100 years old, and held September 1st to October 8th. The festival’s […]
Oktoberfest! One of the Most Famous Celebrations in the World
For four years I lived and taught in Stuttgart, Germany. Of course, Oktoberfest is the most famous celebration in Germany. The most popular events are in Munich, but Stuttgart has […]
The Romance of the Imilchil Marriage Festival
The Imilchil Marriage Festival is an incredibly romantic event which takes place during September in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco . The festival is sometimes known as “September Romance” and […]