Where (and When) to Watch Hong Kong Dragon Boat Races

The Dragon Boat Festival is known as the Tuen Ng Festival in Hong Kong. It commemorates the death of Qu Yuan. It will be celebrated at venues across Hong Kong. Here is a schedule of races and celebrations in 2018

Top 10 Memorial Day Events in the United States

Memorial Day means different things to different people. For some, it's a long weekend and the beginning of summer. For others, it's a solemn occasion to commemorate the nation's fallen heroes.

San Francisco to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love

More than 40,000 running enthusiasts will take to the streets of San Francisco on Sunday 21 May 2017 in the 106th annual Bay to Breakers footrace, whose theme this year will be the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love.

Hong Kong: Devotees Celebrate Buddha’s Birthday at Temples

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The 8th Day of the 4th Month of the Lunar Calendar is celebrated in many East Asian countries as the birthday of Buddha. It is an official holiday in Hong Kong, Macau, and South Korea. It falls on 36 May in 2017.

Irish Oyster and Seafood Festival Set for Late September

The Galway Oyster and Seafood Festival is Ireland’s second most popular festival after St. Patrick’s Day. The World Oyster Opening Championship is a highlight of the event, drawing competitors from around the world.

Songkran: Thailand New Year (or Water Festival) Explained

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Songkran is celebrated from 13 to 15 April in Thailand. What it all about, the best place to celebrate it, and how to have the most fun - while staying safe ...

Ching Ming Festival Explained

Ching Ming Festival, also known as Qing Ming, Festival - or the Grave Sweeping Festival - takes place on 4 April. Expect large crowds at border crossings, bus and train stations.

Quick Guide to Ubud Food Festival, Set for 12 – 14 May 2017

Indonesian cuisine will be in the spotlight at third annual Ubud Food Festival, which will run 12 -14 May 2017. Tips on how to get the most out of the event,where to stay and how not to get ripped off by taxi drivers.

Hung Shing Temple Is One of Many Interesting Rural Places to Visit in Hong Kong

A festive celebration is held at Hung Shing temples on the 13th day of the 2nd moon to honour Hung Shing, a historic figure that was deified after his death because contribution to the well-being of fishermen.

World’s Top 10 Chinese New Year Parades

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Top 10 Chinese New Year Parades: When it comes to CNY Parades, nobody does it better than San Francisco, California. And nobody has done it longer. San Francisco's Chinese New Year Parade dates back to the California Gold Rush.