Festivals

How to Experience the Festivals of Candomblé in Salvador

With 2 million followers in Brazil, Candomblé is a widely practiced religion steeped in ritual and celebration. Find out how to experience the festivities in its birthplace of Salvador.

Brazil

12 Things I Learned About Brazil While Living in Rio

While living in Rio for three months, Amanda Starkey learnt a lot about the local culture. Here are 12 things you need to know before you go.

Mexico

A Nomad's Guide to Sayulita, Mexico

Located in Riviera Nayarit on Mexico's Pacific Coast, this small beachside town is a favorite among surfers and travelers interested in ecotourism.

Mexico

How to Experience Mexico's Day of the Dead Festival

Celebrated in towns and cities all over the country, Mexico’s famous Día de los Muertos festival is colorful, magical, and often extremely crowded. Here’s what to know when planning your trip.

Germany

Oktoberfest Survival Guide: Don't Be 'That Guy'

How to make the most of your time at the world's largest 16-day beer festival.

Saudi Arabia

Staying Safe in Saudi Arabia During the Hajj Pilgrimage

To make the most out of being a Muslim traveler to Mecca, here's how to enjoy the Hajj pilgrimage safely in Saudi Arabia.

Survival

How to Survive a Stampede or Crowd Crush when Traveling

What would you do at a festival or concert, if there was panic in the crowd and it started moving as one? We asked a professional crowd controller for their expert survival tips.

Brazil

How to Survive Carnival in Brazil: Travel Safely in Rio

Every year at the end of February, travelers flock to Brazil to witness the outrageously elaborate festivities during Carnival.

Mongolia

5 Things You Should Know Before You Travel to Mongolia

Mariana from MIR Corp tells us the things she wishes she'd known before traveling to the Mongolian hinterland.

Malaysia

How to Experience Malaysia's Thaipusam Festival

Watch Malaysia's most spectacular Hindu festival, Thaipusam, in Kuala Lumpur's Batu Caves.