Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community! The leaves are turning colorful outside my window, and I’m looking forward to the full arrival of fall. Personally, I love scarf weather and always purchase a new scarf in each country I visit. It’s nostalgic to revisit those memories through an accessory. What’s your go-to souvenir purchase when you travel?
One of the main ways people are inspired to travel these days is through social media. Think about how many engaging photos you’ve seen and said to yourself, “Wow I want to see and experience that with my own eyes!” Sometimes, those spectacular photos are of visually engaging celebrations that highlight the local culture and traditions. You can embed yourself with the locals and learn to appreciate a special aspect of their culture on these trips, which makes them well worth adding to your travel bucket list.
Interest piqued? Read on for the short scoop…
Global Festivals And Celebrations
Below are ideas that might already be on your radar OR perhaps never heard of! Reach out to me for more details…
Spring
*Japan’s Cherry Blossom (aka Sakura season)
*Glorious Gardens of England and Chelsea Flower Show
Summer
*La Entrada religious cultural festival in Peru
*Scotland’s Military Tattoo and the Highlands
Fall
*Mongolia’s Golden Eagle Festival
*India’s Taj Mahal and the Treasures of India – Pushkar Fair
Holidays
*Centuries-old Christmas traditions (Christmas Markets of Europe and Lapland/North Pole)
*New Year in spectacular style – Sydney fireworks! … it’s summer there 😉
Winter
*Rio’s dazzling, uber-famous Carnival
*Easter Island’s Tapati Festival
💎Hidden Gem Tip: I work with an amazing partner that offers these trips in small groups and also works with me to create custom itineraries. These are popular times to travel so our insider information and support will make a huge difference in the quality of your experience. And you must book well in advance.
Getting You There
Now is the perfect time to begin planning your trip of a lifetime for 2026 or 2027 for a global celebration and festival.
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page” is attributed to St. Augustine. Time flies and the world is wide. Start your travel bucket list today!
If you know anyone who would benefit from working with a travel professional on their next trip of a lifetime, the first step in the process is to request a complimentary consultation which you can do by replying to this email or clicking the button below.
To travel is to live… here’s to late 2025 and 2026 being unforgettable and amazing years for new travel adventures! Let’s go…
Susan
