Society & Culture articles - Page 5

Genoa is a city of paradoxes. The ancient capital of the Italian Riviera where rugged mountains elide with tranquil seas and a forgotten history explodes into dynamic modernity, the...

Unleash your inner yeti and come dance at Montreal’s world-renowned outdoor winter music festival, Igloofest! They are celebrating their 16th year of igloo-themed raving with your...

Post Christmas Day is a sad day for those celebrating - or is it? There are often disputes as to whether to call the 26th of December Saint Stephen's day or Boxing day. Most of you...

The self-proclaimed “Capital of the Alps”, Grenoble is a cultural oasis with an over two-thousand-year history snuggled neatly between soaring Alpine mountainscapes along the Isère...

For the city that never sleeps, it sure knows how to pull an all-nighter at Christmas time. No matter what part of the city you find yourself in this holiday season, you won’t be able...

With over 10,500 competing Olympic athletes, 4,350 Paralympic athletes, 13 million expected spectators, and more than 4 billion viewers, this is a truly exciting and highly anticipated...

If there’s one thing England knows how to do properly, it’s a cosy pub, and what better way to find a little warmth this winter than to explore some of the country’s very best and...

There’s nothing quite like Christmas in Vienna. The historic streets fill with festive cheer, the smell of gluhwein lingers and the squares light up with festive decorations. And an...

Looking for something to do after the holiday season? Are ski stations​​ already booked out for winter? Fret not as all the real skiers and snowboarders out there know that the best...

The multicultural and high-diversity city of Montreal is known for its extremely progressive and hospitable nature towards the LGBTQ+ community. Although not the capital, Montreal...

Ever wanted to take a trip back down memory lane? To the good old days where snowfall meant sledding off the hill nearby your house. Or maybe you haven’t had the chance to do it yet?...

Undoubtedly one of England’s most magical areas, the Lake District almost overflows with whimsical scenery, mystical nature and unending shimmering lakes. A Unesco World Heritage Site,...

It might not seem obvious now that we’re heading to winter, but there are places on Earth where you won’t ever need an umbrella or warm clothing to get through the season. Of course,...

It’s that time of year again, when everyone is looking to get into the festive spirit. Whether you’re looking forward to Christmas shopping, carol performances, or classic pantos,...

Wondering where you’ll head for New Year’s festivities this year? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re looking for sunshine and beaches or mountains and skiing, we’ve assembled a...

Manchester may have established itself as the Capital of the North in the minds of many, but this is far from an undisputed title. And out of every city willing to go to war to pry...

Nestled amidst rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes, Wales stands as a haven for artistic expression. From its humble beginnings to its vibrant present, the country's art scene...

While Summer continues to be the most obvious time to travel, there’s something about visiting a place in the dead of Winter, when the streets are free of tourists and the cold has...

Just a 20 minute drive from Fairbanks, Alaska lies the world renowned home of Santa Claus: the North Pole. Not only can you visit the big man himself along with his reindeers at any...

Ireland is screaming with Christmas cheer already and it's not over yet! It may be small, but it is a festive country - especially when it comes to Christmas. In addition to Christian...

Dyker Heights, or the very embodiment of “go big or go home”, has become a Christmas staple in the Big Apple. The neighbourhood, located on a hill in southwest Brooklyn has become...

One of the highlights from the holiday season are Christmas markets. The smell of mulled wine, cinnamon and other yummy treats - it’s a place that gathers all to spread Christmas cheer...

A festive icon, Christmas simply wouldn’t be the same without it. That’s right, we’re of course talking about the Nutcracker ballet. Although it comes every year, audiences have never...

Fan of festivals? An avid-skier or snowboarder? Boy do we have something in store for you. Welcome to the Mayrhofen Snowbombing and Music Festival located in the deep Austrian Alps...

It’s that time of the year again and boy do we have something special lined up for you. Ever wondered how big the States do it for the holidays? Sure, you’ve seen it in movies, but...

Whether you’re looking for a perfect place to cry, or just to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Taylor Swift really was onto something when she chose to get away from...