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Octopus Festival
The O Carballiño Octopus Festival is one of Spain’s most celebrated seafood events, showcasing the region’s beloved octopus cuisine. Held in Galicia, the festival brings together locals and visitors to enjoy traditional octopus dishes prepared over open fires, alongside music, cultural activities, and lively street atmosphere. More than just a food festival, it reflects Galician culinary heritage and community spirit. Taste freshly cooked pulpo, explore local traditions, and enjoy a festive …
Bordeaux Wine Festival
Bordeaux is an international reference Wine Capital with a long tradition of wine growing and producing (Bordeaux wine has been produced in the region since the 8th century). To celebrate the regional wines every two years the city celebrates a wine festival that attracts thousands of visitors who are passionate about wine and food, and at yearly each edition the festival is increasing its international impact. The heart of the festival is the famous “wine road”, where visitors are introduced …
O Grove Seafood Festival
During the festival, thousands of portions are served at a frenetic pace from morning to night: seafood rice dishes, grilled razor clams, a la marinera clams, oysters, oven baked scallops ...And to accompany the food, bagpipe music and folk dances are scheduled throughout the whole festival. The gala event of the festival is the award ceremony for the Centollos de Oro (Golden Spider Crabs), four awards given by O Grove Town Council to individuals or institutions for their service to O Grove. …
Lendava's Bogračfest
Discover the flavors and community spirit of Bogračfest in Lendava, one of Slovenia’s most inviting culinary events. Held in the town center, this open-air festival celebrates bograč , a traditional vineyard dish slowly cooked in large pots by competing teams hoping to earn the title of Bograč Master. Alongside the cooking competition, visitors can enjoy local specialties such as braided bread, crackling flatbread, regional wines, live music, and a full-day program for all generations. More …
Valencian Fallas Bonfire
Each spring, Valencia comes alive with Las Fallas, one of Spain’s most spectacular festivals and a UNESCO-recognized celebration of creativity, satire, fire, and local tradition. Across the city, monumental sculptures known as ninots transform streets and plazas into an open-air gallery, blending artistic skill with playful commentary on politics, celebrities, and current events. The festival’s roots go back to Valencia’s carpenters, who once burned wooden lamp supports at the end of winter on …
Seurasaari Midsummer Bonfire
Experience Finland’s beloved Midsummer traditions at the Seurasaari Midsummer Bonfire in Helsinki. Set on an idyllic island, this festive summer solstice celebration brings together folk music, traditional dance, and the glow of a classic Midsummer bonfire. Rooted in old Finnish beliefs, bonfires were once lit to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune for the harvest. Today, the event offers travelers a memorable way to discover Finnish culture, local heritage, and one of the country’s …
The best reset in Lithuania
Spring in Lithuania is a special, dynamic period. The wintry weather and long hours of darkness start to fade, giving way to more sunlight, allowing people to stay outside longer. Whether through the silent focus of birdwatching , the slow rhythm of kayaking , or a range of wellness options, Lithuania offers a connection to nature that feels both undiscovered and timeless. The great migration During springtime, the Lithuanian skies transform into a vast, living highway, as millions of birds …
Pedal-perfect travel in Lithuania
Summer is one step closer. That means cycling trips are too. Lithuania offers an exciting experience for those craving nature adventures, vibrant city life, and gourmet cuisine. Challenge yourself — explore Lithuania by bike! The Curonian Loop cycling route Kick off your journey by heading south towards Klaipėda , Lithuania’s charming port city with a German twist. Before reaching it, detour through the astonishing Curonian Spit , a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you’ll find stunning …
The Iron-Forging Festival
Discover Kropa’s centuries-old iron-forging heritage at this lively summer festival in Slovenia. Held every July, the Iron Forging Festival brings the town’s blacksmith traditions to life with live forging demonstrations, local customs, music, cultural activities, and tastings of traditional blacksmith dishes. Set by the Kroparica Stream and the forested Jelovica Plateau, it is a unique chance to experience one of Slovenia’s best-preserved craft …
Amsterdam Light Festival
Every year, the city of Amsterdam organizes the Amsterdam Light Festival. From late November until January the canal belt of Amsterdam lights up with spectacular light sculptures, projections, and art installations. The Amsterdam Light Festivals is best enjoyed on a canal cruise, a guided walking tour or bike tour. International and national artists have created 25 spectacular light sculptures especially for the light exhibition in the canals of Amsterdam. Every year the theme is different. The …