5 Festivals in June 2024
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in June 2024 from Peru to Colorado, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Cultural Festivals in…
Where to Go in June 2023
June is a great month for travelling. Northern Europe sees endless hours of sunshine while southern Europe seems to be exploding with music. There is even plenty to keep you…
From Beaches to Jungles: 10 Incredible Things to Do in Brazil
Discover the top things to do in Brazil. From stunning beaches to vibrant cities and natural wonders, explore the best attractions and experiences in Brazil. Plan your trip now. From…
International Literature Festival Dublin 2025
The 27th International Literature Festival Dublin (ILFD), will be held from 16 to 25 May 2025 in the heart of this most literary city. Where else in the world could be more appropriate…
Where to Go in May 2023
Images from packed airports demonstrate the desire to wander has lost none of its lustre during the last couple of years. If you are looking to go on holiday next…
Fiestas Patrias Chile (Independence Day)
Fiestas Patrias, as its name suggests, is a patriotic celebration, but it is much more than that. It commemorates throwing off Spanish rule in Chile, but as it is so close also the spring equinox…
Celebrating Easter in Cambodia
If you’re celebrating Easter in Cambodia then here are a handful of places to feast on fine food while the kids run riot hunting down Easter eggs. Hyatt Regency Phnom…
Traditional Khmer New Year Celebrations
Darren Gall discovers the history and traditions around the Khmer New Year celebrations that consume the country in mid-April annually. Khmer New Year Celebrations In the early hours of April…
Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, USA
The Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, held annually in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, is a true celebration of jazz music and its rich history in the city. This world-class event…
Wing Kwai, Buffalo Racing Festival, Thailand
Buffalo racing is an exhilarating and unique tradition deeply rooted in the agricultural history of Thailand. The annual Wing Kwai Buffalo Racing Festival showcases the strength and speed…
Best Time to Visit Cambodia: When to Go for the Perfect Holiday
When planning a trip to Cambodia, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is the timing of your visit. Cambodia has a tropical climate with two distinct…
Kwita Izina, Rwanda Gorillas Naming Ceremony
If you’re planning a visit to Rwanda, one event you won’t want to miss is the Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony. This annual celebration…
Where To Go in March 2023
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to bring you our tips on where to go in March from Japan to Brazil, with activities from watching bulbs grow in…
The Magnificent 7 Best Film Festivals 2023
With your mind firmly focused on Yul Brynner riding with six fellow cowboys into a dusty town we give you our round up of the seven best film festivals from…
5 Fantastic Festivals in Colombia 2023
Colombia is a fascinating and colourful country to visit, with a rich history and wide culture. There are a number of festivals in the South American country throughout the year…
Belgravia in Bloom Festival 2023
Belgravia will honour all animals big and little from May 22 to May 29 for its Belgravia in Bloom Festival 2023. Into the Wild Following on from the success of…
8 Caribbean Festivals in 2023
If you are looking for a festival in 2023, you might be interested in visiting the Caribbean. The region is famed for its colourful and vibrant festivals. Whether you’re a…
Surrey Hills Spring Festival 2023, UK
Held over a weekend in March at the Rural Life Living Museum, the Surrey Hills Spring Festival will celebrate the arrival of spring and include the finest in Surrey’s cuisine, beverages, artwork and craft…
Bahia Carnival (Carnaval Baiano), Brazil
Yes, we have all heard of Carnival in Rio, but what about a Carnival in the part of Brazil where the influence of African culture is at its strongest? The Bahia Carnival held…
London Short Film Festival (LSFF) 2024
Founded in 2003, the London Short Festival (LSFF) is a an independent short film festival. In January the LSFF presents some 250 to 500 UK and international shorts, as well…
Sydney World Pride 2025, Australia
Sydney World Pride 2025 is the most colourful LGBTQ+ celebration in the southern hemisphere, and one of the largest in the world. The festival takes place in February and March…
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Phnom Penh
International New Year is done and dusted. Now it’s time to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Here are a few spots to mark Chinese New Year in Phnom Penh. From…
Viareggio Carnival 2025 (Carnevale di Viareggio) Italy
Along with the Venice Carnival, the Viareggio Carnival or Carnevale di Viareggio is one of the largest carnivals in Italy. Held in the Tuscan…
Tết 2026: Vietnamese Lunar New Year
Tết, or Tết Nguyên Đán is the most important festival in Vietnam. It marks the advent of Vietnamese New Year, and the arrival of spring. Very much like Chinese New…
