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Let your hair down, get out of town, and just have fun—when was the last time you could truly say you did that? From the beer-swilling songs of Oktoberfest to the world’s biggest street party in Rio , festival travel guarantees a good time. Art shows transport you into the minds of creative geniuses, cultural celebrations reveal a whole new way of life, and music festivals unleash your inner rockstar—there's no better way to carpe diem!

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Cultural celebrations

For centuries, cultures worldwide have held festivals and events to express gratitude, give thanks and celebrate new beginnings. With traditional fashions filling the streets and rejoicing locals around every corner, there’s no better way to experience a new way of life.

Share your passion

Whether you’re head-banging at your favorite concert , making your multi-colored mark at a Pride parade, or gaining a deeper understanding of your faith , centering your itinerary around an event can create deep connections and unify like-minded people.

Just have fun

Life can get notoriously busy, and allowing ourselves to have some dedicated time out is hard. A vacation package featuring a festival or event can be the perfect way to switch off and have fun. Let your hair down, dance like nobody’s watching, or show off your moves at a carnival.

Feel like a kid again

We’re not just talking about the seniors here. Ever since we were kids, we’ve had big dreams, and while we can’t turn you into an astronaut, you can dress up like one! Festivals allow us to express ourselves and bring our childhood fantasies to life, so what are you waiting for?

Seasonal Holiday Packages

Are you the kind of person that puts your Christmas tree up in November, welcomes in the New Year with celebrations, carves out pumpkins for your doorstep, or hides chocolate for an Easter egg hunt? Then a dedicated holiday package is for you. Seasonal adventures combine the world’s wonders with celebrations for a unique twist on your organized adventure.

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Rio carnival (february/march).

Get your dancing shoes on in the colorful streets of Rio for the Greatest Party on Earth.

Songkran (April)

What better way to cool yourself down in Thailand than at the world’s biggest water fight?

San Fermin (July)

From spectacular fireworks to running bulls (no seriously!) Pamplona sure knows how to fiesta.

Sziget Festival (August)

If Coachella, Burning Man, and Woodstock had a love child, it would get picked on by Sziget. 

La Tomatina (August)

Release your inner child and paint the streets of Buñol red in the world’s largest food fight.

Oktoberfest (October)

Beer halls light up with singing, swaying, eating, and drinking at this world-renowned festival.

Day of the Dead (November)

Costumes, carnivals, and marigolds are just a few reasons to celebrate Día de los Muertos.

Hogmanay (December)

Join in on the Hogmanay New Year Street Party in Edinburgh.

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Light up the skies at the Lantern Festival

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Your festival & events questions, answered, how do i know a festival & events adventure is right for me.

Perhaps you have a bucket list event, are looking for the perfect way to let your hair down, or want to celebrate with friends? With your accommodation, meals, and supplies sorted, an organized adventure takes the stress away so that you can fully enjoy the experience.

How far in advance do I need to book?

Like any adventure, the further in advance you book, the better chance you have of securing your spot, and a festive tour is no different. Events often have limited tickets available, so if you have your eye on a specific one, it’s best to book as early as possible.

Will my adventure be full of young people?

People of all ages love to celebrate! You should expect to meet different people from all over the world. Some festive adventures might see more young people attending—such as the Sziget Festival —compared to ANZAC Day events and the Royal Ascot , where the average age is more varied. Ultimately, you should choose an event that seems right for you.

Is admission included?

A specialized Festival & Events adventure has an itinerary centered around the festival or event, so the ticket is sometimes included in the total cost . However, some festivals offer different perks and levels of access depending on your ticket, so it’s common for your admission to be excluded so that you can choose how you celebrate. When in doubt, reach out to our Customer Support team.

Can I combine Adventure styles?

Yes absolutely! An adventure is what you make of it, so why not add on wine tasting in France , an island-hopping escape to the Greek Islands, or a wild safari ride in Kenya?

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Find your next Festival & Events trip by searching through our adventures until you find one that stands out. Simply select your dates and fill out your details to secure your trip. If you have any questions, our Customer Support team is standing by 24/7.

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To visit a country and meet its people during a festival can be an experience second to none: you will bring home not just life-long memories of colour, music, dancing and fun but also a richer understanding of the traditions and beliefs that make the country what it is. Join one of our small group tours during a festival and experience a country in a whole new light. Our expert local tour leaders will take you under the skin of your destination, often enabling access to parts of a festival visitors wouldn't usuall see.  In Asia, experience India's Pushkar Camel Fair or the vibrant Holi, sometimes called the Festival of Colours, which takes place over two days each year, celebrating the victory of good over evil - and covering everyone and everything in wet paint along the way!

Elsewhere in Asia you could experience the three traditional sports of Mongolia (wrestling, archery and horse riding) at the annual  Nadaam Festival , or witness the spectacular colours and centuries-old religious customs of Bhutan’s  Thimpu Festival , or immerse yourself in the little-known mountain festivals of south-west China’s Guizhou and Yunnan provinces.

Africa is also rich in tradition and festivals abound, perhaps the most famous being  Timkat  in Ethiopia, celebrating Epiphany and re-enacting the ritual of Baptism. In the Americas you can take part in Brazil’s most spectacular extravaganza, the Rio Carnival, or witness the ancient Inca Inti Raymi festival in Peru. New to Explore? We've answered some of the most-asked questions about our small group adventure tours. 

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Drink in the atmosphere, and the beer, at Munich’s iconic festival. Enjoy entertainment aplenty and Bavarian specialties along with steins of your favourite brew.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Set against the backdrop of Edinburgh's imposing castle, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo attracts thousands of visitors from around the world to the heart of Edinburgh.

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Get a taste of Canada’s Wild West at this iconic event, with chuckwagon races, plenty of rodeo action, and stunning performances to get you yahoo-ing!

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Enjoy India’s Festival of Lights as the locals do. Shop for fireworks, don traditional Indian dress and share in the celebrations with a local family as candles and lanterns are lit across the city.

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Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow is an enthralling festival of flight that you can experience on a choice of four unique touring options with Grand Pacific. Why not combine the romance of aviation as brought to life by famous Warbirds, joining forces with classic aircraft and modern jets, to...

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Since its inaugural show in 1950, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has wowed audiences with a compilation of breathtaking performances that showcase military and Scottish tradition as well as international acts in an annual extravaganza. Bagpipes echo off the walls of Edinburgh Castle and...

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The Sziget Festival in Budapest has skyrocketed to one of the biggest music and cultural events in Europe. Held in August each year it draws attendees from all over the world, with a record 565,000 visitors coming together in 2018. Since its inception in 1993, Sziget really has become a...

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For us, festivals are the smell of incense, the fizz of fireworks and the twinkling lights of a Christmas market.

They arrive with the thunder of bespeckled dancers and wind down like a Munich beer hall hangover. They’re the lantern-lit, confetti-filled, mud-slinging reminder that life is there to be enjoyed to the max, and that there’s no such thing as too much fun in the name of pomp and ceremony.

From the embers of a fire pit in Papua New Guinea and the graveyards of Mexico to the tulip fields and orange groves of  Europe , festival season never truly dies – and we’ve got your private pass all ready to go. It’s time to strap on your sandals, pick up some maracas and dive right in.

You haven’t partied properly if you haven’t done it in  Rio during Carnival  – and that’s a promise. Whether you want to watch a parade of elaborate floats featuring costumed dancers showing off their best moves, join a conga line of colorfully clad locals snaking their way through the surging streets or perfect your samba steps so you can blend in with the Carioca crowds, prepare your mind, body, and soul for the biggest party on earth. 

As if your 9-day trek through the steamy rainforests of  Rwanda  in search of wildlife you’re used to seeing in books wasn’t good enough, you’ll also get the opportunity to participate in the Kwita Izina ceremony; a naming ceremony for the baby gorillas born in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park during the year. Celebrate this park’s protection efforts and revel in the festivities that encompass this special and unique conservation event. 

There are  few experiences  that could make an unforgettable trip to the tropical island of  Vanuatu  any better but witnessing the incredible naghol festival – where local, indigenous men jump from high platforms as part of a coming-of-age ritual - is definitely one of them. Paving the way for present-day bungee jumping, this land-diving ceremony will undoubtedly take your breath away and give you an insight into the Melanesian culture that few visitors ever get to see. 

Discover a different side of  Mexico  on one of two trips that’ll lead you straight into the heart of this haunting celebration. From visiting local cemeteries to see how families decorate the graves of their ancestors and creating a traditional altar in TIahuac to watching the colorful and incredible  Day of the Dead  parade as it spills through the streets of Mexico City, your trip will be filled with all of the cultural experiences that make this ceremonial festival one to remember.  

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Rio Carnival

Rio Carnival tour in Brazil is indisputably an experience of a lifetime. A whole lot of dancing is involved – you’d come to adore Samba. Parties through the night and bright, colorful costumes add to the delight. The festival must take the top spot for each bucket list, so don’t miss your chance!

Mardi Gras in down south, the United States is a festival of color and joy. If you need to party, Southwest Louisiana is your destination! Be a part of the carnival ambience at the largest of festivals on the planet. With a tour to towns in the neighborhood, one experiences the rich traditions of Mardi Gras. The destination towards the end of the itinerary is New Orleans, with a mind-blowing party ready for you on Fat Tuesday. 

Oktoberfest

Come September – October and the party circuit comes alive in Munich. Be a part of the Oktoberfest for the year and raise a stein. The world’s biggest party is underway in Munich – come be a part of the experience with your all new travel companions. Figure out the wonders that the legendary festival withholds.

Yi Peng is another one of Thailand’s light festivals celebrated on the same day as Loy Krathong in Northern Thailand. Chiang Mai is among the best of spots to catch the celebrations. One comes across swarms full of lanterns in the skies – all decorated with prayers and good luck wishes. They’re released in the skies. Celebrations for Yi Peng typically initiate 2 days prior to Loy Krathong.

Diwali is a festival of lights, and a traditional Hindu festival that is celebrated with much glee and joy across India . The festivities are inherently spiritual and colorful. Travelling to India with a tour leader and group during the Diwali season lets travelers experience the aura of Diwali.

For visitors to Thailand , Songkran Festival tour makes it to the top of bucket list. Songkran is the Thai water festival that also marks the coming of Thai New Year. The wet and wild cultural experience must be seen to be believed.

Cherry Blossom

Cherry Blossom festival is the greatest of springtime celebrations across the United States . Tourists flock in large numbers to D.C each year during the festivities, which lasts from March to April. Fluffy pink cherry trees cover the festive landscape, a sight to behold. Cherry trees originate from Japan, and the festival is a celebration of the friendship which prevails amongst the Japanese and the Americans.

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A road trip to New Mexico , the United States is likely to turn out to be a holiday of dreams. A tourist comes across adventure at every nook and corner. The art scene over here is vibrant and the Spanish colonial architecture is a sight to behold. Open-air Santa Fe Opera mesmerizes the soul. Catch the action from high above with a hot balloon ride. Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city is built atop a desert and is a Spanish colony dating back to 1706.

La Tomatina

Being a part of la Tomatina tour will turn out to be a messy affair, but that a mere section of the festivities. Immerse yourself in the festive environment at Buñol’s annual tomato throwing event. You’d have group buddies and tour leader for company.

Holi has a spiritual significance and celebrates the eternal love of Radha and Lord Krishna. It is the spectacular festival of colors from India that marks the arrival of spring. The entire nation is immersed in gleeful festivities during the celebrations, which involve folk dance and music. Holi has a number of legends associated with it and the atmosphere during the festivities has an air of social merriment.

You can now join the spectators for the abominable Running of the Bulls event, all set to take place in San Fermin (Pamplona), with your tour guide and tour members. Locals see this beyond being merely a race. It’s a festival traditional in nature and full of folklore.

Loy Krathong and Yi Peng

Loy Krathong is on 31 st October for 2020 – the Thailand Lantern festival falls on full moon day in November. Across Thailand , lotus shaped basked are released into rivers, decorated with candles and flowers to a magical effect.

The best of places to be a part of the festivities are Chiang Mai, Bangkok , Sukhothai. This makes your itinerary for the visit even more fun!

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A colder weather shouldn’t be a discouragement – winters are the finest of times to be in Europe! In case your childhood memories involve the coming of Santa Claus, you should make a visit to the magnificent Christmas markets around Europe, join the England & Ireland tour. You owe it to yourself!

Iceland Bonfire

If the Northern Lights are on your bucket list, you can catch the Northern Lights on the New Year’s Eve on a trip to Iceland . Bonfire take places around the country and spectacular fireworks show is a must to see on your next visit.

Puerto Rico is set right over the warm Caribbean waters and is the finest of spots to celebrate the New Year with our road trip. A short distance away from mainland USA, Puerto Rico has mountains, waterfall and El Yunque tropical rainforest for delightful views of the landscape and an outdoor adventure like none other.

Don’t miss the chance to welcome the New Year in Cuba , a country that combines several archipelagos and is located in northern Caribbean. Cuba is well recognized for its traditions, magic, history, nature and culture, and is placed right at the spot where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. 

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How early I need to book the festival tour?

It is recommendable to book your tour well in advance. As the dates for festivals approach closer, flight tickets become more expensive and sell out quickly. By booking in advance, you are just about sure to get a better deal for flight tickets. Travelers fly in from all places in the world in time for festivals. So get all set for a busy adventure.

What to wear at the La Tomatina festival?

Being casually dressed for the La Tomatina festival is the norm. Be prepared to spoil your dress, all in the game. You may choose to wear a white tank top, half-sleeved and shorts.

When is the Holi festival?

Holi falls on Tuesday for the year, on 10th March 2020. The dates vary each year and are based upon the lunar calendar.

Can I launch my own lanterns during the Yi Peng Festival?

Yes. One launches his own lanterns in the sky for the Yi Ping festival. The legend goes that if one’s lantern stays lit while one can no longer see it, it brings good luck.

How busy can Rio Carnival get?

Rio Carnival gets real busy. So stay with your group and guide, be aware of your surroundings and avoid remote areas.

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All Your Friends Festival — Fall Out Boy, Billy Talent, Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, Plain White T’s, Fefe Dobson, The All-American Rejects, Silverstein, Mayday Parade, Gym Class Heroes and We the Kings, among other artists will be performing. All Your Friends Festival is set to take place at Burl’s Creek in Ontario, Canada from Aug. 24-25. Get your tickets here .

Broccoli City Festival —Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, PARTYNEXTDOOR, KAYTRANADA, Victoria Monét, Key Glock, Sexyy Red, Teezo Touchdown, Fridayy, Baby Tate and Lil Yachty, and many more artists will be taking on the stage. The  Broccoli City Festival  will be taking place at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., from July 27-28. Get tickets here and here .

Essence Festival — Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson, SWV, Tank and the Bangas, The Roots, Big Boi, Donell Jones, D-Nice, Ha Sizzle, Lloyd, Teedra Moses, T-Pain, and Usher will be performing. This festival will take place in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome from July 4–7. Get your tickets here and here .

Faster Horses Festival — The lineup includes Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, HARDY, Cody Johnson, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Tyler Hubbard, Ashley Cooke, and many more. The Faster Horses Festival will take place at the Irish Hills of Brooklyn, Michigan, and will run from July 19-21. Get your tickets here and here .

Four Chord Music Fest — This festival will take place at Carrie Furnace in Pittsburgh from June 22-23. Featuring performances from Something Corporate, The Story So Far, Senses Fail, State Champs, Motion City Soundtrack and more. Get your tickets here and here .

Global Citizen Festival — This festival will take place in New York at the Great Lawn of Central Park on Sept. 28. Get tickets here and here and earn free tickets here . Post Malone, Doja Cat, Jelly Roll and Rauw Alejandro headline the event.

LadyLand Festival — Celebrate Pride Month at the LadyLand Festival which will take place Under the K Bridge Park in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, on June 28-29. Get ready to see performances from Tinashe, Arca, Tokischa, Bob the Drag Queen, Julia Fox, Rahim C. Redcar, Countess Luann de Lesseps, Slayyyter,  Baby Tate, Kandy Muse and more. Snag your tickets here and here .

Lollapalooza Festival — SZA, Tyler, the Creator, Blink-182, The Killers, Future x Metro Boomin, Hozier, Stray Kids , Melanie Martinez, Skrillex, Tate McRae, Conan Gray, Reneé Rapp, Kesha, Victoria Monét, Sexyy Red, Teddy Swims, Megan Moroney, RAYE, Tyla, FLO and other artists take the stage. The festival will take place at Grant Park in Chicago from Aug. 1-4. Get your tickets here and here .

Minnesota Yacht Club Festival — Gwen Stefani, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alanis Morissette, The Black Crowes, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, The Head and the Heart, Morgan Wade, The Offspring, Hippo Campus and Gary Clark Jr., and many more will be performing at the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival . The festival will take place at the Harriet Island Regional Park in Saint Paul, MN, from July 19-20. Get your tickets here .

Mosswood Meltdown Festival — B-52s, The Mummies, Redd Kross, Pure Hell, Hunx & His Punx, Big Freedia and more artists will be taking on the stage at the  Mosswood Meltdown Festival . The festival takes place at Mosswood Park in Oakland, California, July 6-7. Get tickets h e re and here .

Music at the Intersection Festival — The festival includes performances from Black Pumas, Big Boi, Lettuce, Chingy, Chaka Khan, Trombone Shorty, Esperanza Spalding, Samara Joy, Jordan Ward, Cimafunk and Lady Wray. The  Music at the Intersection Festival  takes place from Sept. 14-15 at the Grand Center Arts District of St. Louis, Missouri. Get your tickets here .

Palm Tree Music Festival — Catch the Swedish House Mafia, Kygo, Sofi Tukker, Purple Disco Machine, and more in Hamptons, New York on June 22. The festival will also head to Lake Tahoe on July 12, featuring performances by Gryffin and Disco Lines. Get tickets here and here .

Pitchfork Music Festival — Performers include Black Pumas, Jamie xx and Alanis Morrissette, Jai Paul, 100 Gecs, Carly Rae Jepsen, Jessie Ware, Brittany Howard, MUNA, Tkay Maidza and Grandmaster Flash. Pitchfork Music Festival  will be taking place at Union Park in Chicago from July 19-21. Get your tickets here and here .

Rocklahoma Festival — Performers include Avenged Sevenfold, Disturbed and Slipknot, Evanescence, A Day to Remember, Lamb of God, Halestorm, Skillet, Mastodon and more. The Rocklahoma Festival will take place at Rockin Red Dirt Ranch in Pryor and run from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1. Get your tickets here and here .

Summerfest — Summerfest has returned! SZA, Goo Goo Dolls, Kane Brown, Maroon 5, Tyler Childers, Keith Urban, AJR, Lil Uzi Vert, Lily Rose, MUNA, Carly Rae Jepsen, Chase Rice, Amy Grant, Lil Yachty, Mötley Crüe, and more will take on the stage. The festival will be held for three weekends — June 20-22, June 27-29 and July 4-6, 2024. Get your tickets here and here .

Watershed Music Festival — The Watershed Music Festival  will feature performances from Luke Bryan, HARDY, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Cole Swindwell, Koe Wetzel, Dylan Scott, Brian Kelley, Maddie & Tae and more. The festival will take place at Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington from Aug. 2-4. Get tickets here and here .

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Africa is also rich in tradition and festivals abound, perhaps the most famous being  Timkat  in Ethiopia, celebrating Epiphany and re-enacting the ritual of Baptism. In the Americas you can take part in Brazil’s most spectacular extravaganza, the Rio Carnival, or witness the ancient Inca Inti Raymi festival in Peru. New to Explore? We've answered some of the most-asked questions about our small group adventure tours. 

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I n less than a month, people will look to the sky as the moon passes between the sun and the Earth in a celestial event known as a total solar eclipse . The phenomenon is set for April 8, 2024, and the next one that can be seen from contiguous United States will be August 2044 , so it's unsurprising that eclipse fever has gripped the nation. Between 1 and 4 million people are predicted to travel to the path of totality, joining the 31 million people already living within it.

Among the tours, cruises, hotels, and even scenic flights offering their own spin on the total solar eclipse experience, here are six tips that last-minute planners should keep in mind for the special day.

1. Figure out where you want to go

There are 13 U.S. states on the path of this year's eclipse: Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine (small parts of Tennessee and Michigan are also in the path). Among all of these states, totality will occur in two national parks-Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas and Cuyahoga National Park in Ohio-and they're expected to get crowded. Instead, consider one of the more than 100 state parks along the path, some of which are more off the radar. If you're more of a city dweller, you can also experience totality in big cities, including San Antonio, Austin, Cleveland, and Rochester.

Consider the weather, too. According to NOAA 's past weather records, April weather seems to bring more chances of rain-meaning more potential for cloud coverage-in the Northeast than in the South.

2. Consider the length of totality

Aiming for a destination in the path of totality is a no-brainer, although the amount of totality you'll get depends on where you go. The closer to the center of the path of totality an area is, the longer the total eclipse lasts. Take Austin and Dallas: While both are on the path of totality, Austin will get 1 minute and 46 seconds of totality, while Dallas will get 3 minutes and 52 seconds of totality. The longest duration you can get for totality is about 4 minutes and 30 seconds. Particularly traveler-friendly spots to maximize your time in the dark are Texas Hill Country towns like Kerrville (which will receive around 4 minutes and 24 seconds of totality and is partnering with NASA) and Fredericksburg (which is set to get 4 minutes 23 seconds of totality). Texas Hill Country is also one of AFAR's best places to go in 2024 .

3. Consider camping

If you want a solar eclipse experience surrounded by nature rather than people, camping may suit you better. But booking developed campgrounds at state parks and well-known nature spots will likely be difficult at this point. As an alternative, check for privately owned land through platforms like Hipcamp or look for dispersed camping sites in a national forest, like Ozark National Forest or Green Mountain National Forest . While backcountry spots may not have amenities, they can be perfect for those seeking solitude.

In addition, be sure to check the capacity of a park when it comes to handling the influx of visitors for April 8. As an example, Erie's tourism board is discouraging visits to Presque Isle State Park to prevent bottleneck traffic from its one entry and exit point.

4. Look into a town, festival, or last-minute tour

Plenty of places within the path of totality are putting their own spin on the solar eclipse with dedicated festivities. Get an educational experience at Rochester Museum & Science Center's ROC the Eclipse Festival , a three-day event that includes talks titled "Frontiers of Plasma Physics" and "The Search for Earth-Like Planets" from science experts. Or lean into grandeur at the four-day Texas Eclipse Festival in Burnet, Texas; its lineup includes music performances, yoga sessions, and immersive art experiences. (If you're heading to Texas for the eclipse event in general, check out this interactive map of special activities happening across the state.)

If the mere thought of navigating trip logistics brings a headache, check for the availability of some solar eclipse tours. Some tours still have availability, like Holland America Line's whopping 22-day Solar Eclipse cruise tour through North America. Others, like Travel Quest's Mexico's Copper Canyon Total Solar Eclipse tour , only have wait-list spots. But don't give up hope: As last-minute cancellations roll in, a quick call could secure you a place.

5. Try to get a last-minute spot at hotels in the path of totality

Hotels are leaning into the solar eclipse experience too, and properties are throwing celebrations and dedicated solar eclipse events just for the event. Miraval Austin Resort and Spa is hosting a viewing session with its astrologer, while Hôtel Swexan in Dallas is offering solar eclipse wellness activities on the evening of April 8 that includes meditation, a sound bath, and a Reiki healing session.

Keep in mind that a last-minute booking may cost a premium. Properties all across the band of totality are recording sky-high prices -even budget hotels . Similar to booking tours, do your due diligence and call to check for a cancellation.

6. Come prepared

Of course, you should wear solar eclipse glasses to prevent permanent damage to your eyes. If you're going to an event, check to see if they will be provided or if you'll need to bring your own. If you don't want to buy them, you can use household materials like cardboard to make your own pinhole projector , a contraption that allows you to see the sun change shape as the moon crosses in front of it.

In addition to bringing materials for the day of the event, anticipate what happens next. The length of totality is less than five minutes, but the traffic afterwards may disrupt your plans for hours. If you're coming from a crowded park or city, be on the safe side and come prepared with extra snacks and water.

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The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and the travel rush is already heating up.

Millions of Americans are preparing to get out of town sometime in the coming holiday week. That will likely mean busy roads, as well as packed airports and train stations.

Motor club AAA projects that some 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles (80 kilometers) or more from their homes over a nine-day Independence Day travel period — surpassing pre-pandemic numbers for the U.S. holiday. And the Transportation Security Administration expects to screen over 32 million individuals in airports from this Thursday through July 8, up 5.4% from last year's numbers.

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Smooth sailing for travel around any holiday is never a given. But avoiding the most hectic times, when others are rushing out of town, is a good way to start.

If you're traveling by car for the Fourth of July, it's best to hit the road in the morning, according to transportation data and insights provider INRIX. Peak traffic congestion varies by location, INRIX data published by AAA shows, but the worst times to drive on, or leading up to, the holiday are generally between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Either way, be prepared for the roads to be jammed.

"Road trips over the holiday week could take up to 67% longer than normal," Bob Pishue, transportation analyst at INRIX, said in a prepared statement.

July Fourth falls on a Thursday this year, and many travelers will likely take Friday July 5th off to extend their trip into a four-day weekend. Drivers in large metro areas can expect the biggest delays on Wednesday July 3 and Sunday July 7 — as travelers leave and return to town, Pishue added.

And if you're renting a car ahead of July Fourth, the busiest pickup days will be Friday, Saturday and Wednesday before the holiday, AAA notes.

Airports will also likely be packed all week long — but the TSA expects most people will take to the skies on Friday.

It anticipates that it will screen more than 3 million individuals Friday. That would surpass the agency's current record for most people screened on a single day, which reached just under 3 million last Sunday.

"We expect this summer to be our busiest ever," TSA Administrator David Pekoske said, adding that travel typical peaks around Independence Day.

Last year, the busiest day for Fourth of July air travel was also the Friday ahead of the holiday, TSA data shows. If past trends hold, travel will likely be higher on the days before and after the Fourth — particularly closer to the weekend. In 2023, for example, more than 2 million people were screened on the Fourth, which landed on a Tuesday last year, down from 2.88 million the Friday before.

Flights can be delayed or canceled for an array of reasons — from plane-specific mechanical problems to major storms impacting popular travel paths.

If your flight is canceled, airlines are required to provide refunds for customers, even if the cancellation is due to weather. Delays are trickier, because they typically have to meet certain criteria for relief, such as refunds or compensation — but carriers will often give customers to chance to switch to alternative flights, if available, at no cost.

In April, the Biden administration issued final rules that include requiring airlines to provide automatic cash refunds within a few days for canceled flights and "significant" delays. Those rules are set to take effect over the next two years, but the Department of Transportation has a site that lets consumers see the commitments each airline has made for refunds and covering other expenses when flights are canceled or significantly delayed.

It's better to be stuck at home than locked in hourslong traffic or stranded in an airport terminal. Before heading out the door this holiday week, do yourself a favor and check the status of your travel plans.

Was your flight, train or bus ride delayed? Are there are traffic incidents set to disrupt your drive? And what about the weather? A quick look through your itinerary — such as trip updates on a carrier's website — checking weather forecasts and monitoring traffic safety through services like the 511 hotline or your phone's navigation apps can go a long way toward avoiding travel misery.

Here are a few more tips to keep in mind:

— Leave early: There are more people everywhere during a holiday week, so lines will be longer and roads will be busier. Give yourself more time to get to your destination or to make your way through airport security.

— Keep an eye on the weather — and not just for your destination: Look at the weather for your entire travel path. Even if it's sunny skies both at home and the place you're headed, it's important to keep an eye out for any storms in between. You may need to do some rerouting.

— Be kind: A trip delay or cancellation can be really frustrating — but if you're running into disruptions, chances are others are too. Customer service agents have a lot on their plate at this time of year, and it's important to be patient and respectful as they try to help you.

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The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) will finally bring its TravelTour Expo (TTE) to Visayas and Mindanao (VisMin) after 30 years.

Set on July 19 to 21, the first TTE VisMin is the biggest travel event ever staged in the Visayas and Mindanao regions, and will be held at the Limketkai Atrium in Cagayan de Oro City.

In partnership with the Department of Tourism, Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority, Hong Kong Tourism Board, and UnionBank, the three-day expo will be a one-stop platform for travel enthusiasts to connect and explore a vast array of travel opportunities and special travel deals.

Over 50 exhibitors, including airlines, hotels, resorts, and tourism boards, will showcase their offerings through interactive exhibits and engaging booths. Exclusive discounts on flights, accommodation, and tours await expo-goers.

The TTE VisMin is expected to draw thousands of visitors from across the region, reflecting the growing interest and enthusiasm for travel and tourism in the Philippines.

PTAA president Evangeline Tankiang-Manotok said: “This inaugural TTE VisMin marks a significant milestone for PTAA. We are thrilled to bring this premier event to Cagayan de Oro City, a destination strategically located at the heart of VisMin and brimming with vibrant energy.”

She added: “This event represents a unique opportunity for travellers and industry professionals to come together, exchange ideas, and discover new destinations and experiences. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Cagayan de Oro City for an unforgettable event.”

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After a week of good weather and great acts, Glastonbury Festival 2024 is ready to go out on a high.

‘Let’s Go Girls’ will soon be ringing in your ears, as you sing (read: scream) along with thousands of festival fans at the most iconic music event in the world.

What a time to be alive.

But if you’re a first-time Glastonbury go-er, there’s no doubt a few nerves bubbling under the surface too.

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How much booze should you pack? Should you wear wellies ? And just what will five days without a shower do to your skin?

If things are feeling a little daunting right now, never fear.

We asked Glastonbury veterans to tell us about some of the biggest mistakes people make at Worthy Farm.

Avoid these errors, and your weekend will go off without a hitch.

Don’t forget comfortable shoes

Ideally, bring walking boots or shoes.

The festival site is MASSIVE: 900 acres, more than a mile and a half across, and a perimeter of about eight and a half miles.

It’s roughly the same size as Bristol city centre, and there’s actually a website where you can overlay Glastonbury Festival onto anywhere in the world , giving you an exact size comparison.

Essentially, you’re going to be doing a lot of walking, easily into the ballpark of40,000 steps a day. So, this is not the time to be breaking in your new shoes (leave those box fresh DMs at home).

Take footwear you can rely on – and lots of blister plasters.

Don’t plan too much

‘It’s best not to come to Glastonbury with a head full of preconceptions and a notebook full of plans of what you want to see,’ reads the official website.

‘If there are one or two particular bands a day you really want to see, then let your day revolve around them and go with the flow.’

Glastonbury is so much more than the headliners – there’s a huge amount to see and do and you want to give yourself time to explore, stumble around and be spontaneous.

Try not to be too rigid, and remember you’ll have to factor in walking between stages, the crowds, and queuing for toilets.

Don’t put your wristband on your dominant arm

Look, this isn’t cute, but it’s worth bearing in mind.

The toilet situation will only get more grim as the days go on. If you put that wristband on your dominant arm, it’s going to see the inside of the long drop at some point or another.

There’s a chance some of the material could brush against God knows what or, heaven forbid, fall off.

Essentially, don’t attach your band on the wrist of the hand you use to wipe with. You know it makes sense.

Don’t forget loo roll

While we’re on the subject of the toilet, if there’s one thing you bring to Glastonbury let it be this: toilet roll.

There typically isn’t any stocked in the loos, so bring tissues and/or a roll with you wherever you go.

If you find yourself caught short, you can sometimes nab some from the welfare tents, or there’s a Coop on site.

Don’t bring glass in

You’re allowed to take your own alcohol everywhere with you at Glastonbury, but it can’t be in glass bottles.

Make sure you decant all your booze at home, and bring enough for the entire weekend: it’ll save you tons of money and means you’re not having to queue up at bars.

That being said, just because you’ve got a pub’s worth of alcohol with you, it doesn’t mean you need to drink it all on the first night. You don’t want to peak too early.

And remember: it’s not just your drinks that come in glass bottles. Leave that expensive perfume at home if you don’t want it confiscated.

Don’t forget a chair

As we’ve already said, you’re going to be on your feet a lot. By Saturday, you’ll start to get sore feet and lower back ache, and your only respite is sitting on the floor.

That’s where a camping chair comes in.

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It’ll instantly level up your campsite experience, and it’s just rather lovely to take a pew on an actual seat once in a while.

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