Located in Northeastern China, Dalian is home to thousands of cherry trees planted during the Japanese occupation in the 1920s. The city's Cherry Blossom Festival runs from 26 April to 12 May 2015.
Thailand: Chakri Memorial Day Commemorates Establishment of the Chakri Dynasty
Today is Chakri Memorial Day, which commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty and the founding of Bangkok by King Rama I on 6 April 1782. It is one of the most important holidays of the year in Thailand
Viewing Cherry Blossoms in Washington, DC [2026 Edition]
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the largest celebrations of the year in the United States. Heralding the arrival of spring, it celebrates the friendship between the peoples of Japan and the United States. It is held in Washington, DC. Most events are free.
Thailand: Makha Bucha Day Commemorates a Key Date in Buddhist History
Today is Makha Bucha Day, one of the most important holidays on Thailand's Lunar Calendar. It commemorates 2 importants dates in the development of Buddhism, which occurred exactly 45 years apart.
Chinese New Year Days Three and Four
Chinese Lunar New Year customs: family reunions and going out with friends, where to go on new year's even, new year's day, and days two through four.
Hong Kong: Shopping Malls Cancel Countdown Parties
Shopping malls in Hong Kong cancel countdown parties on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve but deny that Umbrella Movement pro-democracy protests were the cause.
Hong Kong: Protesters Adopt Flash Mob Tactics Over the Christmas Holiday
Pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong adopt flash mob strategies over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as hundreds take to the streets.
Hong Kong: Arts Festival to Showcase World Class Artists and Ensembles
Hong Kong Arts Festival runs from 27 February to 29 March 2015. Events include opera, symphony, jazz, theatre, ballet, and modern dance.
United States: Top 10 Thanksgiving Travel Tips to Lessen the Stress
Traveling in the United States during the Thanksgiving Day weekend can be very stressful. Here are 10 travel tips to de-stress the experience.
Hong Kong: National Day Fireworks Over Victoria Harbour Cancelled
The Hong Kong government cancels the National Day Fireworks Display, which was scheduled to take place over Victoria Harbour on 1 October amid growing political and social tensions in the city.