Columbus Circle Holiday Market 2025, New York City, USA
The Columbus Circle Holiday Market brings a refined, European feel to the base of Central Park, with aisles of artisan designers, gourmet bites and seasonal gifts. It’s smaller than Union…
Union Square Holiday Market 2025, New York City, USA
Union Square Holiday Market Every holiday season, Union Square Park in Manhattan becomes home to the beloved Union Square Holiday Market. Organised by URBANSPACE Pop Up Markets, the market features over 185 vendors…
Bank of America Winter Village (Holiday Shops) 2025, New York City, USA
Bryant Park’s Winter Village is New York’s most expansive festive marketplace, with more than a hundred boutique ‘jewel box’ kiosks around a free‑to‑skate rink. The setting, tucked behind the New…
SoWa Winter Festival 2025, Boston, USA
The SoWa Winter Festival returns 28 November–28 December 2025 inside the soaring, brick‑and‑steel SoWa Power Station. Expect 125+ makers, specialty bars, live entertainment and photo‑ready décor across multiple floors. It’s…
Seaport Holiday Market at Snowport 2025, Boston, USA
The Seaport Holiday Market at Snowport has quickly become Boston’s flagship festive bazaar, assembling more than 100 local makers and tasty pop‑ups along the waterfront. Expect artisan jewellery, candles, art…
Harvard Square Holiday Fair 2025, Cambridge (Boston), USA
Running since the 1980s, the Harvard Square Holiday Fair is a juried, indie craft market that pops up over two December weekends. Expect a rotating roster of New England makers—textiles…
Michigan Irish Music Festival 2026, USA
The Michigan Irish Music Festival is a three-day ceilidh, held by the waterfront in the sleepy little town of Muskegon, which borders Lake Michigan, is a real hoot of an…
7 Unmissable Global Festivals in November
From the Day of the Dead to Christmas markets and Thanksgiving, November is a month that celebrates the emergence of winter. Here is our selection of the best festivals in…
Why a Visit to Charleston South Carolina is a Must
Why does a small city in American’s Deep South keep winning awards like ‘Number 1 U.S. Travel Destination’ ‘Best Food Destination’, ‘Friendliest American City’ and ‘Best Place for U.S. History…
Snowmass Balloon Festival, Colorado Sky Spectacle
Each September, the skies above Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley burst into colour as the Snowmass Balloon Festival takes flight. Now in its 50th year, this beloved tradition has become one…
Just a Few Friends Key West Celebration 2025
As summer draws to a sultry close, the Florida Keys are preparing to raise a margarita—or perhaps two—in honour of the man who helped put them on the map. Just…
7 of the Best Festivals in August 2025
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…
Indigenous Wisdom in the USA and its Relationship with Wellness
Indigenous wisdom in the USA is deeply rooted in a profound connection to nature, community and spirituality. This holistic approach to life emphasises balance, respect and harmony with the world…
Chasing Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC
Oprah Winfrey has conquered the worlds of television, publishing and streaming — but cherry blossoms? Utterly disastrous. In 2023, she postponed a trip to Japan, waiting for the perfect bloom…
Lollapalooza Chicago 2026, Music Magic in Grant Park
If you’re a live music lover planning your summer adventure, Lollapalooza Chicago 2026 is an unmissable highlight. Set in the heart of the city at the stunning Grant Park, this…
Sedona Yoga Festival, Arizona, USA
The Sedona Yoga Festival is a transformative event held annually in Sedona, Arizona. Taking place from Thursday, 1 May to Sunday, 4 May 2025, it offers attendees an immersive experience…
Spring Joshua Tree Music Festival, California, USA
The Spring Joshua Tree Music Festival is a family friendly, immersive and rejuvenating independent event in the heart of California’s stunning desert. From 14 to 17 May 2026, festival-goers will…
In the Footsteps of Elvis in Shreveport Louisiana
Vegas, Hawaii, Nashville and, of course, Graceland, Memphis – these are destinations many an Elvis fan has firmly in their pilgrimage sights, or indeed, has visited multiple times. Yet there’s…
7 Festivals in March 2025 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in March 2025 across the globe, from Wales to Colombia, with cherry trees, loads of Guinness and even some frozen dead…
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 2026 Texas
A Texan Spectacle Like No Other Every spring, Houston transforms into the epicentre of cowboy culture as it hosts the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. What began in 1932 as…
Why Wisconsin is a Sustainable Tourist Destination Worth Exploring
As the focus on sustainable travel intensifies, Wisconsin, USA, is emerging as a beacon of eco-friendly tourism. Known for its pristine landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and innovative sustainability initiatives, the…
9 Festivals in February 2025 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in February 2025 across the Globe, from Mongolia to Easter Island, so wherever you are you just can’t help celebrating the…
Kwanzaa Celebrations in the USA 2025
When the year winds down and the holiday season approaches, the United States comes alive with a tapestry of cultural festivities. Among these, Kwanzaa celebrations stand out as a unique…
Tracing Presidential Paths in Secret Washington DC
Move over New York and Los Angeles — Washington, DC is stepping in to the spotlight as the ultimate destination for an American adventure. With its historic past, iconic landmarks…
