Festivals, carnivals and holidays are a great way to experience the world. Discover delightful options for foodies, wine connoisseurs, sports enthusiasts, history and culture afi cionados, and art, fi lm and music fans. Below are some suggestions discerning travelers can engage in cities and countries across the JourneseSM portfolio:

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALANDJune 1 – 21 and November 2 – 11: Hawke’s Bay F.A.W.C! | New ZealandA series of Winter and Summer events for serious foodies highlighting local eateries, chefs, producers, winemakers

August 10 - 26: Wellington on a Plate | North Island, New ZealandTastiest culinary festival, over 100 events showcasing regional fl avor and fi nesse

November 18: Toast Martinborough | North Island, New ZealandSample acclaimed wines, exquisite food, great music in a charming village setting

March 16 – 25: Melbourne Food & Wine Festival | AustraliaInternational chefs celebrate the national food culture with unique epicurean events

March 23 – April 22: Handa Opera | Sydney, AustraliaA night under the stars, water taxi to stylish dining, overwater stage, city backdrop

May 25 – June 16: Vivid Sydney Festival | AustraliaDazzling harbor spectacle, lights and watercraft shows, music, inspiring speakers

May 26: Bluff Oyster Festival | South Island, New ZealandWaterfront event, savory wild foods, top ales and wines, oyster competitions, live music

February 13 – 19: Napier Festival | New ZealandRevel in the 1930s art-deco glamour with 125 events, parades, dining and entertainment

February 16 – March 4 Sydney: Chinese New Year Festival | Sydney, Australia80 spectacular events with giant, lit Lunar lanterns, cocktails, music and performances

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May 21: National Patriots Day | QuébecHonoring patriots who rebelled against the British colonial power with marches, parades, historical reenactments and concerts

CANADAJuly 1: Canada Day | Throughout CanadaAnniversary of the Constitution Act: enjoy outdoor events with parades, concerts, carnivals, festivals and fi reworks

August 6: Heritage Day: Alberta | Columbia Day: British ColumbiaCelebrate culture and independence with interpretive tours, movies, craft s, treasure hunts and genealogy presentations

EUROPE

February 1 – 6: Bob Marley Celebrations | JamaicaEnjoy concerts, karaoke contests, exhibits and shows at the Bob Marley Museums in various tributes to this legend

February 10: Junkanoo Celebrations, North Andros | BahamasA collage of culture, worldwide guests showcase music, dance, arts, crafts and cuisine

May 6 – 13: Jazz & Arts Festival | Saint Lucia Innovative 11-day infusion of music and arts with 50 renowned artists and entertainers

October 18 – 21: City Food Festival | Bermuda Celebrate unique bites and beverages from island venues, with cooking demonstrations and chef canapé competition

February 10 – 13: Carnival Celebrations | PanamaMardi Gras atmosphere, parades of colorful floats, costumes, dancing and celebration

February 23 – 25: The International Envision Festival | San José, Costa RicaLive acting, painting, musical and dance performances, puppet shows, art and environmental displays

Independence Day | September 15: Costa Rica and Nicaragua | September 21: Belize | November 3: PanamaTorch of Independence relay, fireworks, piñatas, regional processions, dances and cultural events

CARIBBEAN

CENTRAL AMERICA

June 9: Trooping The Colour | LondonQueen’s birthday bash, military parade, pomp and pageantry, gun salute, RAF flypast

June 24: Festival of San Giovanni | Florence Holiday honoring St. John, city center parades, fireworks, sporting events, bonfires

July 2 – 15: Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships | LondonWorld classic tournament played on grass, iconic players, celebrities and royals attend

July 7 – 29: Tour de France | FranceFamed bicycle race composed of 21 stages, six cities and total distance of 2,077 miles

July 14: Bastille Day | FranceCultural fête, military air shows in Paris, parades, music, picnics, dances, fireworks

April 27: King’s Day | AmsterdamOrange pride day in streets and canals, brightly decorated boats, live music, markets, family fun

May 15: The Festivities of San Isidro | MadridTraditional costumes, regional chotis dancing, music, parades, food stalls, bullfighting, world’s best matadors

June 2: Republic Day | ItalyFesta della Repubblica celebrates with ceremonies, parades and laying of wreaths at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier

February 17 – March 4: Nice Carnival | FranceA cavalcade of vivid parades, flower battles, music, costumed characters, street events

February 13: Carnevale | ItalyPre-Lenten festival celebrated with parades, mascarade balls, parties and entertainment

March 17: St. Patrick’s Day | IrelandA national holiday filled with pride and heritage with a sea of green-clad revelers, parades, music, food and plenty of Guiness

March 25: Independence Day | GreeceNational and religious pageantry, marching bands, vibrant dancers, street vendors, family feasts

April 25: Italian Liberation Day | Italy/St. Mark’s Day | VeniceCelebrations citywide, gondola regatta, concerts, food festivals, parades, rose giving

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JAPAN

November – December: Christmas Markets | Throughout EuropeFestive markets, unique traditions, live reindeer, yuletide treats, magical villages

August 15: Assumption Day | SpainFeast commemorating Virgin Mary, rich processions, operetta, street fairs, footraces, marching bands

September 27 – October 14: Wiener Wiesn-Fest | AustriaTents are pitched along the Kaiserwiese in Prater for Austrian beer, local food, music and traditional outfits

September 28: St. Wenceslas Festival | PragueCultural, spiritual and culinary events, parades of villagers, concerts, folk music

October 12: Spanish National Day | SpainCelebrating Columbus’ arrival in the Americas: flag raising by the King, military parade, air show

July 1 – 31: Kyoto Gion Matsuri | Shijo Karasumae Area, Kyoto CityDelight in a colorful pageant of floats or mobile art museums, complete with traditional music and dress marching the town streets

April 14 – 15 & October 9 – 10: Takayama Festival | Hie-Jinja Shrine, GifuSlip back to the 16th century with a parade of 1,000 people including lion dancers, music and yatai floats with paper lanterns

May 18 – 20: Sanja Matsuri | Asakusa Shrine, TokyoHonoring the Sensoji Temple founders, delight in festival games, portable shrines and food stalls amid lively revelers, drums and flutes

March – May: Cherry Blossom Festivals | JapanAll over Japan, savor tea ceremonies, night events, music and dance performers, surrounded by beautiful blooming cherry blossoms

MEXICO

February 25 – March 4: Swing Break Festival | Riviera NayaritImmerse in the spicy swing dance culture and music featuring cocktails, dances, concerts, shows and adventures

March 20: Spring Equinox | Riviera MayaCommemorate the sunset at Chichen-Itza as it casts a serpent shadow on Kukulan Pyramid

August 31 – September 9: Mariachi Festival | Guadalajara World’s largest gathering of Mariachis: enjoy parades, floats, folk ballet, rodeos, exhibitis and performances over 10 days

September 16: Independence Day | MexicoFiestas abound with fireworks, feasts, parades, dance, music, décor in red, white and green

October 23 – 27: Bisbee’s Black & Blue Marlin Tournament | Los CabosFor all kinds of anglers, enter to win with the biggest catches of marlin, sailfish and tuna, or watch the large catches be weighed in

November 10 – 20: Festival Gourmet International | Vallarta – NayaritDine-arounds, cocktail parties, cooking demonstrations, celebrity chefs in area’s best restaurants

December – February: Camel Racing | Abu Dhabi & DubaiA spectacular sport, cheer on your favorite camel as they gallop around a specially-made track

January 23 – 27: Designer Walk | DubaiShowcasing ladies fashions made in the UAE, discover kaftans, abayas, dresses, plus handcrafted jewelry and accessories

February 22 – March 10: Dubai Food Festival | DubaiDaily gastronomic delights highlighting Dubai’s unique food scene, its personalities and its world-class dining experience

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May 7 – 12: Tahiti Pearl Regatta | TahitiA sailing extravaganza: boat races between Raiatea, Taha’a & Bora Bora; night festivities

July: Heiva i Bora Bora | TahitiSinging, dance, live music, traditional sports competitions, plus craft demonstrations

July 14: Bastille Day | TahitiMilitary parade, horse racing and grand ball; coincides with Heiva i Bora Bora events

March 31: Moorea Marathon | TahitiThree marathon races on Temae Beach, international participants, awards

Every third Saturday of the month: Honolulu Night Market | OahuDiscover the best of urban island culture with local artists, designers, musicians and chefs

March 9 – 11; The 24th Annual Honolulu Festival | OahuA Pacific Rim extravaganza with cultural performances, exhibits, grand parade and fireworks

May 1: Lei Day | The Hawaiian IslandsStatewide celebrations steeped in music, lei making competitions and demonstrations, hula dancing

May 20: Farm Festival at Hamauka Harvest | Island of Hawaii Fun for all ages, experience the ranching community, enjoying a farmer’s market, arts and crafts, music, silent auction and more

June 13 – 17: Maui Film Festival | Wailea, MauiCelebrate gala parties and culinary festivities in conjunction with film screenings, award tributes and filmaker panels

August 4 – 5: Heiva i Kauai | KauaiA colorful Tahitian cultural event featuring dance and coconut husking contests, plus food, arts and crafts

October 13: Ironman | Island of HawaiiCheer over 2,000 triathletes on their 140+ mile journey testing mind, body and spirit

October 19 – 28: Hawaii Food & Wine Festival | Oahu & MauiTop epicurean event, 80+ master chefs and VIPs, wine tastings, unique excursions, multiple dining options

February 13: Mardi Gras | New OrleansFat Tuesday gala, parades, elaborate floats, costumes, bead tossing, entertainment, outdoor concerts (parades begin January 6)

May 25 – 27: BottleRock Napa Valley | CaliforniaSip, savor and mingle for three vibrant days of 70+ musical bands on four stages, notable chefs, vintners and restaurateurs with gourmet food and wine cabanas

June 15 – 17: Aspen Food and Wine Classic | ColoradoWine makers, celebrity chefs and culinary experts merge for pleasure-packed weekend of tastings and demonstrations

November – December: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting and Rink, Union Square Holiday Market, New Year’s Eve at Time Square | New York‘Tis the season in New York. Choose from a wealth of extraordinary parades, festivities, decorations and events

THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

UNITED STATES

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

May 25: Pareo Day | Papeete, TahitiAdorn a pareo/sarong as you immerse in the Polynesian spirit celebrating the laid back life with traditional shows and activities

October 10: Fji Day | FijiReligious and cultural ceremonies celebrating the country’s diversity and independence

November: Vaka Eiva Event | Cook IslandsWorld-class vaka (canoe) racing, cultural activities, drum and dance performances

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