Inspired by London’s and Rio de Janeiro’s famous annual parties, Berlin’s Karneval der Kulturen brings the city streets to life in a four-day blaze of colour and music.
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16 May 2013
Ancient Tokyo is brought back to life as traditionally costumed locals parade through the city’s historic landmarks with elaborate floats and portable shrines.
15 May 2013
Until 23 June, Le French May arts festival brings music, theatre, film, cabaret, fashion and food to the city, all served up with a Gallic twist.
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07 May 2013
Starting 28 April, Buenos Aires is hosting Tales of the Cocktail, a renowned New Orleans festival that is bringing its love for all things mixology south of the equator.
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26 April 2013
The annual Waikiki Spam Jam, held on Oahu, welcomes more than 25,000 people to sample dishes featuring the canned meat, including Spam nachos and the choco Spamalicious popsicle.
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23 April 2013
During Thailand’s annual Songkran Festival, water guns, water bottles and even buckets of water are used to ring in the coming year.
15 April 2013
Each year, the healing power of this northern Indian city attracts hundreds of thousands of travellers who seek enlightenment in the birthplace of yoga.
11 April 2013
While Japan is home to some of the most well-known cherry blossom scenes, many cities celebrate spring’s arrival with these beautiful blooming trees.
21 March 2013
Several sites in Belize are hosting events to celebrate the end (or the resetting) of the Maya calendar.
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02 February 2012
From Japan’s naked festivals to Great Britain’s cheese-rolling competition, check out these odd celebrations from around the world.
27 May 2011
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