Festive Celebrations

Guided by a local host, writer Sofia Shamsunahar explores Lisbon through neighborhood street festivals, culinary rituals, and historic artisanal crafts.

Beyond football, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is transforming North American host cities through unexpected and deep cross-cultural fan connections.

Gawai Dayak in Sarawak offers travellers a rare chance to experience longhouse culture, harvest rituals, and community traditions firsthand.

Planning travel to Sabah or Sarawak? Learn when to visit and how to experience Kaamatan and Gawai festivals confidently.

Travelling during sacred holidays reshapes how we honour traditions, experience culture, and redefine belonging away from home.

Three Kuala Lumpur festivals in April and May 2026 spotlight art, music, markets, and immersive cultural experiences across the city.

From marathon hosting to smaller gatherings, the Malaysian Raya open house isn’t disappearing — it’s evolving with intention.

Balik kampung packing tips for Raya, with smart outfit planning ideas inspired by festive travel style and celebrity wardrobes.

Kyrgyzstan offers a deeply cultural Eid experience shaped by Islamic traditions, nomadic heritage, halal food, and dramatic Central Asian landscapes.

Growing up, I dismissed yee sang—but learning its symbolism reshaped how I understand Malaysian heritage and identity.

Melaka’s San Pedro Festival celebrates Portuguese-Eurasian heritage through fishing traditions, faith, food, and Kristang culture at the Portuguese Settlement.

A cultural guide to the 15 days of Chinese Lunar New Year traditions, meanings, and evolving modern practices.

As Lunar New Year approaches, Klang Valley’s restaurants unveil reunion feasts rooted in tradition, symbolism, and shared celebration.

From classic Chinese New Year cookies to thoughtful hampers, these festive gift ideas are perfect for hosting, visiting, or bringing home.

Explore Portugal’s seasonal festivals through traditional dishes that reveal how food, culture and celebration shape each time of year.

London doesn’t just celebrate Christmas; it goes all out with streets lit up, magical Christmas markets, and steaming cups of mulled wine!

Vilnius launches its first ‘Christmas Before Christmas,’ offering travellers an early, crowd-free festive escape filled with local traditions and seasonal events.

Celebrate Christmas and New Year at M World Hotel PJ with delicious buffets, afternoon teas, festive cocktails, and a rooftop countdown to welcome 2026 in style.

Klang Valley hotels, restaurants, and bakeries are rolling out festive buffets and Christmas menus, offering memorable holiday dining with friends and family.

Find your style of quiet as you recharge for the year ahead—the less stress and hassle, the better. Prioritise slowing down and being with family and friends.

Celebrate the holidays at Aurum Theatre with festive menus, sparkling feasts, and a chance to win a luxe dining experience with Zafigo.

Get to know these superstitions and survive the Hungry Ghost Month without offending wandering spirits.

Skip the last-minute gift panic and level up your Hari Raya visits with these meaningful presents.

If you’re in Kuala Lumpur this Chinese New Year, here are some activities around town for the whole family to enjoy!