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A Quick Guide to the 11 Edinburgh Festivals in 2022

Edinburgh is the ultimate festival city, hosting 11 different festivals throughout the year. From comedy to science, you are spoilt for choice with all of these incredible events set to the backdrop of one stunning city.

Christmas lights and a church in Seiffen ore Mountains

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Germany, Off the beaten path, Winter and Off Season

Traditions, toys and all the trimmings: Christmas in Seiffen and the Ore Mountains

If you want a winter wonderland style Christmas vacation, then look no further than the town of Seiffen. The Ore Mountains are the perfect Christmas trip.

The beautiful gold decoration of the Großer Saal in Mozart Foundation

All, Art and Culture, Austria, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events

Sounds of Salzburg: a year-round music festival spectacle

Salzburg is truly the city of classic music, but while the Salzburg Festival may be the most famous, there are year-round concerts to enjoy!

The start of the torchlight procession in Edinburgh

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Scotland, UK, Winter and Off Season

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: The best place to party for New Year’s Eve?

From flames burning at the torchlight procession, to a celebrity led midnight party – Edinburgh's Hogmanay is one of the best NYE parties in the world!

All, Art and Culture, Asia, Destinations, Festivals and Events, Japan, Winter and Off Season

Kōchi Castle meets teamLab Digital Art: modern vs tradition in Japan

From the genuis crew behind the now famous digital art installations in Tokyo, teamLab bring their unique digital art to the historic Kōchi Castle.

All, Asia, Destinations, Festivals and Events, India, Photography

Kumbh Mela Facts and Photos: Captured on the Canon Powershot SX740 HS

The Prayagraj Kumbh Mela is one of the largest gatherings, and most spiritual events in the world. Enjoy a photo tour captured on the Canon Powershot SX740.

All, Asia, Destinations, Festivals and Events, India, Stories & Faces

Attending the worlds largest spiritual gathering: The Prayagraj Kumbh Mela

Unlike anything I have ever witnessed, The Prayagraj Kumbh Mela was a unique experience to attend. Here is the story of how my short time was spent.

All, Destinations, Festivals and Events, Journal & Personal, New Zealand, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Stories & Faces

Whangamomona Republic Day: That time I went to vote for a cat in an election…

The self-proclaimed Whangamomona Republic is in the north island of New Zealand, hidden down the forgotten highway of Taranaki and on the Whangamomona Republic Day is when it really comes to life.

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Germany, Winter and Off Season

Discovering the Dresden Christmas markets and Saxony festivities

If you really want to experience the Christmas magic, Dresden and the region of Saxony is the perfect sized present you might now know you need.

All, Art and Culture, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Scotland

Edinburgh in August: Five festivals, countless awesome experiences

With five different festivals in August, Edinburgh is transformed into the festival city. Here is the low down on the Edinburgh Festivals in August and what not to miss!

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the eleven festivals in Edinburgh

All, Destinations, Europe, Festivals and Events, Scotland

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an August Festivals Spectacle

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is an amazing spectacle set against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle and one of the best things to see during August in Edinburgh, here are some reasons why.

All, Australia, City Breaks, Destinations, Festivals and Events, Oceania

Vivid Sydney

Sydney is hands down my favourite city. Beautiful beaches, great restaurants, good vibes and awesome year around events. The light festival, Vivid Sydney, is a great reason to visit during the winter months.