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Germany’s traditions and customs
Experience German folklore in every season Germany celebrates historically significant folk festivals throughout the year. Experience them yourself and celebrate our traditions with us! The fifth season In late winter, the Germans celebrate carnival , also called the fifth season. The carnival season traditionally runs from November 11 to mid-February when the fun ends on Ash Wednesday. During the season, people sing, dance and sway in bars, gymnasiums and on the streets —all in disguise. What …
Cyprus’ folk route
The Heartland of Legends Our island’s soul is in its heartland, a heartland full of kind and hospitable people, long-lasting traditions, legends, folktales, and fresh, delicious produce. Let us take you to stunning hidden places, help you unwind and enjoy the slow Cypriot village life, discover authentic local cuisine and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Cyprus is the island of legends and stories. Almost every single village, mountain, river, rock, tree, and monument has a magical story to …
Carnival traditions in Luxembourg
Good fun, sweet pretzels, and hot fire Little Luxembourg is not Rio, Cologne or any other carnival stronghold, yet, you can experience colorful, cheerful carnival traditions in many places including the different Fuesent around the country, the local name for masked balls and cavalcades. Carnival in Luxembourg starts at the beginning of February and goes until the end of March. It starts one day after the traditional Liichtmëssdaag , when children go from house to house singing with lanterns …
Flanders’ craftswomanship
Belgian beer culture, a UNESCO heritage for us all Brewing beer, a man’s game? Think again. In Flanders, countless women help shape our unparalleled beer culture. Meet our master brewers – because you can’t spell heritage without “her”. It’s a cliché that most clichés are true, but like most clichés, that cliché is untrue. Now that this observation by actor, writer, and presenter Stephen Fry has left you a bit confused, we’re going to get rid of one of those stereotypes right away. From the …
Slovakia delights women travelers
You’ll never forget the beauty on the Danube Bratislava , the capital of Slovakia , is a perfect stop on any trip to Central Europe, especially for female travelers. Once the coronation city of Hungarian kings, it is still one of the world's greenest metropolises. Its compact Old Town lets you explore most of the main attractions on foot. Even if your accommodation isn’t in the center, your destination is never more than a 10–15-minute tram ride away. The best way to experience Bratislava's …
A Delicious Tale of Two Countries
The best way to understand a country is through its food, where regionally inspired dishes tell the story of the land. Food is culture and part of the tapestry that forms a proud identity, a passion you’ll feel when breaking bread with locals. Nowadays, modern twists and a respect for tradition elevate recipes of the past to the heights of Michelin stars. Croatia’s Coastal Delights and Continental Cuisine The sea provides a bounty from Dalmatia in southern Croatia to Istria in the north and …
Heaven for Wine Lovers
Thanks to a near-perfect location for wine and olive oil production, where ideal climate, distinct soil and passion mix to produce some seriously incredible wines, Croatian and Slovenian vintages are among the finest in Europe and the olive oils, well those stand up to the best too. Tradition and Wines Fit for Royalty With his typical bluntness and with pleasure-tinged exasperation, Anthony Bourdain asked, “why, oh why, is there so much amazing wine in this country?”. Croatia boasts a wine …
Ireland with the locals
Authentic Irish experiences are calling Want to do as the locals do? You’ve come to the right place! Ireland is known for its friendly people and warm welcome. With so much to see and do, we’ve chosen a few of the top experiences you can enjoy for an authentically Irish adventure. In Ireland, we are passionate about home-grown local produce, which means there are some mouth-watering food and drink experiences in store. Get to know the secret delis and traditional pubs of bustling Belfast on …
Cyprus’ incredible produce
Enjoy and celebrate food like a local Grains, vines and olive trees have been cultivated on our island for the centuries, as well as a variety of fruits, nuts, vegetables and all kinds of herbs . Bread , wine , and olive oil are still a big part of our diet and in many cases also play a ceremonial role in our local traditions. The abundant sunlight and mild climatic conditions give our fresh produce rich flavors and intense aromas. Savor the sweet, fragrant air, feel your body relax and start …
Portugal‘s vindima experience
Go local and take part in the grape harvest If your mindset when traveling is looking for the most authentic, experiential ways to “go local” – plus, you consider yourself a wine lover , then we suggest you add the “ vindimas (grape harvest) to your bucket list of must-do experiences in Portugal . Portugal is a country with strong wine tradition s. The excellent quality of its wines is recognized across the world with numerous awards and distinctions won in international competitions. To …