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Agios Dimitrios Festival of Tradition and Culture
Experience mountain village life at the Agios Dimitrios Festival of Tradition and Culture, held each October in the green Marathasa Valley of the Troodos Mountains. This annual celebration takes place around the feast day of Saint Dimitrios, the village’s patron saint, blending local heritage, religious tradition, crafts, food, and music. Agios Dimitrios is known for its red clay pottery, a traditional craft included in Cyprus’s national inventory of intangible cultural heritage. During the …
Gernika Market
One of the most popular gastronomic markets in the Basque Country, Gernika Market takes place every year in the historic centre of Gernika-Lumo, on the last Monday of October. The true stars of the market are the baserritarras (local farmers), who showcase their produce across some 900 stalls lining central streets such as San Juan Ibarra, Paseleku, Artekale and Juan Calzada. Highlights include lively competitions across categories such as vegetables, fruit, flowers, cheeses, txakoli (local …
Festival of Taste of Malopolska
The Małopolska Taste Festival is a lively culinary celebration that invites visitors to explore the rich and diverse flavors of Lesser Poland. Hosted in towns and villages across the region, the festival highlights local food traditions while creating meaningful connections between cuisine, culture, and community. Local producers and artisans take center stage, showcasing farm-fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, smoked meats, and traditional preserves. Each festival location reflects the …
Tarragona's Human Towers
"Tarragona, City of Human Towers", is a pioneering initiative that came about in 2013 with the dual aim of achieving recognition and tourism positioning by bringing both the people of the city, those who were not in one of the groups, and tourists closer to the human tower building World; and, at the same time, capitalising on one of country’s main cultural and traditional resources, the human towers, declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. This initiative gets support and …
Riga's Midsummer
Every June, Riga lights up with the enchanting traditions of Līgo and Jāņi , Latvia's Midsummer festival . As the city gathers to welcome the summer solstice, parks and squares come alive with song, bonfires, and a community-wide spirit of celebration. Different spots in the city become a hub of festivity where locals and visitors alike gather to share the experience of Latvia's most beloved holiday. The festivities typically embrace pagan traditions with a touch of mysticism, rituals, spells, …
Estonia’s beautiful bogs
Are you planning on a hot, sunny summer? Warm wind in your hair, sun-kissed cheeks, sunbathing on a sandy beach with friends? Then, by all means, head to Pärnu . On the other hand, how about enjoying the water, yet with a different focus? A trip to Estonia is the ideal opportunity to channel the divine feminine and have a swamp witch summer. We’ve got misty bogs, sacred springs, herbal brews, and enough natural energy to send you back home feeling refreshed and recharged. Not sure how to make …
Europe’s most creative cities
Europe is expert at entwining the old with the new. In the realm of creative endeavor, the results are fabulous. Cities are eager and proud to showcase the works not only of their well-known artists, but also emerging creatives who share the same rich history but see the world a different way. Check UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network for inspiration. The range of creative expression is vast and often found in the streets of arty neighborhoods and at festivals, not always within the confines of …
Czechia: paradise for railway buffs
Iconic routes by rail. Historical steam locomotives and luxury glamping in carriages. Czechia is a paradise for railway enthusiasts! The first railroad in continental Europe ran through the country and it still has the densest railway network in the EU. Fun fact: you can cross Czechia from west to east on a high-speed train in 4:44 minutes. Glamping on a train Try glamping on the tracks for some railway romance on the ridge of the Ore Mountains . Nothing but peace, quiet, and wilderness all …
Go to Gozo for serene spring travel
Spring is one of the best seasons to explore Gozo, Malta’s quieter and greener sister island. From March to May, the island shows its most authentic character. Landscapes bloom, temperatures remain mild, and daily life moves at a relaxed Mediterranean pace. Without summer crowds, Gozo becomes perfect for travelers seeking nature, culture, and tranquility. Nature at its most vibrant During spring, the island turns into a mosaic of green valleys, flowering fields and rugged coastline. …
Tallinn Women's Run
Maijooks is the largest women’s athletic event in Estonia and the Baltic States, with more than 300,000 participants over the years. The program is designed for all levels, offering a fun and inclusive way to stay active. Participants can take part in the traditional 7 km course by running or walking at their own pace. There is also a women’s half marathon and a relay half marathon, providing a great opportunity to take on a new challenge with …