WOMAD 2023 Review : Sitting and Dancing
From Peru to Ghana, intermingling the UK’s multicultural beat, this year’s world music festival certainly lived up to its billing. Read Robert Spellman’s WOMAD 2023 review. “What acts are you…
Hasselt Jenever Festival 2023, Belgium
The third weekend in October sees the Flemish city of Hasselt spring to life for its jenever festival. In 2023, the Hasselt Jenever Festival will be on 21 and 22 October…
Fiesta de la Tirana (The Festival of the Virgin of La Tirana), Chile
The Festival of the Virgin of La Tirana, or Fiesta de la Tirana, melds the traditions of the indigenous peoples of northern Chile, with the church of Tirana’s celebrations for…
Deepdale Festival 2023, Burnham, Norfolk
Kathryn Williams, Morganway, The Leisure Society and India Electric Co. headline the Deepdale Festival in Norfolk this September. More than 40 acts will perform over the four days of the…
VW Festival Harewood House 2023
The VW Festival returns to Harewood House in August. The festival involves live music, food and entertainment as well as the best in vintage – and modified – VW automobiles…
Humber Street Sesh 2023, Hull
The Humber Street Sesh celebrates its 10th anniversary in August 2023. This festival held in the Hull Marina is for the people by the people, and provides a stage for…
Cliveden Literary Festival 2023
Zadie Smith, Maggie O’Farrell, Tom Holland and Mary Beard are among the authors who will be appearing at the Cliveden Literary Festival from 30 September to 1 October, 2023. About…
Borders Book Festival 2024, Scotland
The Borders Book Festival is a celebration of literature, art, music, and culture that takes place annually in the picturesque Scottish town of Melrose. This festival is a must-visit for…
Fiesta de San Juan Bautista (Festival of Saint John the Baptist), Venezuela
At first sight this seems like a joyous celebration of one of Christianity’s most important figures, but, no, it is way more than that. The Fiesta de San Juan Bautista…
7 of the Best Festivals in August 2023
Travel Begins at 40 has produced its own brief round-up of the best festivals in August around the world from Colombia to Nevada and Utah to Notting Hill. Cultural Festivals…
Derby Book Festival, UK 2023
If you’re a book lover, then you won’t want to miss out on this fantastic festival. Held annually in the charming city of Derby, this event is a must-attend for anyone who loves literature…
Chiswick Book Festival 2023
The Chiswick Book Festival is an event that celebrates literature in all its forms. The festival takes place every year in Chiswick, a beautiful suburb of west London, and is…
Amazing Carnival in Ecuador 2024
Carnival is celebrated much more widely in Latin America than just in Rio de Janeiro. The carnival in Ecuador is a blend of processions, live music, drinks and food. On…
Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival
This July will mark the twentieth anniversary of arguably the most famous crime writers festival in the UK. The 20th Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival will run from 20…
Wigtown Book Festival 2023, Scotland
Are you a book lover looking for a unique experience? Look no further than the Wigtown Book Festival! This annual event, held in the charming Scottish town of Wigtown, is…
Edinburgh Book Festival 2023, Scotland
The Edinburgh Book Festival, or Edinburgh International Book Festival, is a magical event for book lovers from all over the world. It is a celebration of literature and a gathering…
Appledore Book Festival 2023
Are you a book lover looking for an event to feed your literary soul? Look no further than the Appledore Book Festival! Held annually in the charming village of Appledore…
Día de Santa Rosa de Lima Peru
Santa Rosa de Lima is the patron saint of Peru and was the first canonised saint from the Americas, so she has a key place in the nation’s culture. On el Día de Santa Rosa de Lima Peru…
11 Festivals in July 2023
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in July 2023 from Pennsylvania to South Korea, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Music Festivals…
Where to Go in July 2023
Early July is a great month for travelling in Europe, although by the end of the month the main tourism attractions tend to fill up with fellow travellers and tourists…
Celebrating Gozo: A Guide to the Island’s Best Events and Festivities This Summer
Gozo, a gem of an island nestled in the Mediterranean Sea, has long been recognized as a popular tourist destination. Its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and warm Mediterranean climate attract…
The BBC Proms 2023, London
Judith Schrut previews this summer’s BBC Proms, eight weeks of joyous musical feasting at the Royal Albert Hall and around the UK. For classical music lovers it doesn’t get much…
WOMAD 2023, the World’s Festival
Judith Schrut previews the wonderful world of WOMAD 2023. WOMAD stands for World of Music, Arts and Dance and is simply the biggest international music festival on the planet. Happening…
5 Festivals in June 2023
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in June 2023 from Peru to Colorado, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Music Festivals in…
