by Abbey Huch | Oct 31, 2020 | Blog
Despite the stunning serenity and vast vistas of Switzerland, one of the small country’s most striking features is its unusually beautiful graveyards. Visitors more familiar with the aged, dilapidated, and mossy cemeteries of their native countries are stunned...
by mtk96 | May 2, 2020 | Escapades, Spring 2020
One of the most celebrated days in a person’s life is the day they are born. Your birthday marks your entrance into the world. Throughout life, your date of birth becomes a part of your identity. And most importantly, it’s the day friends and family use to celebrate...
by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 10, 2020 | Culture, Life, Winter 2020
New Year’s Eve is a classic holiday that is celebrated by most everyone around the world. In the United States, people gather to watch the ball drop in Times Square, eat lots of finger foods and fancy snacks, and kiss their special someone right at the stroke of...
by Stowaway Magazine | Mar 27, 2015 | Escapades, Spring 2015
Want to feel at home in a new culture? Visit the following festivals around the world to learn how to dance, sing, eat, and enjoy like a local. These festivals celebrate traditions passed down through generations and are guaranteed to increase your appreciation and...
by Stowaway Magazine | Dec 9, 2010 | Culture
Brazil For Brazilians, the celebrations occur on June 12, called Dia dos Namorados, or the “Day of Lovers.” This day of festivals honors Saint Anthony, patron saint of matchmaking and marriage. Denmark In Denmark, young courters write gaekkebrev, joking letters that...
