Any form of holiday is meant to be fun, the fun part varies though. However, either a small party or a long-distance journey, it must be fun. So, you have to make it fun as much as possible. Do not wait until you have all it takes, but don’t hesitate when you … Read more
Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement is a unique day in Israel. it is the most holiest and solemn day in the Jewish calendar. It is celebrated ten days after Rosh Hashana which usually falls every fall season of each year. Yom Kippur is the day where Jews of all levels … Read more
In different parts of the world, Pentecost or Whit Sunday has become a traditional day where baptism takes place. During this day, people enjoy picnics, outings to the country, and some family gatherings. In Poland, Whit Sunday or Pentecost is called “The Green Holiday” and during this holiday, the locals in Poland … Read more
Kadooment Day is one of the public holidays in the country of Barbados and it is celebrated every first Monday of August. The holiday marks the finale of the six-week-long Crop Over festival and it is one of the most fun, energetic, and colorful parties of the Caribbean carnivals. But what exactly … Read more
Tabaski, or popularly known as Eid al-Adha which means Feast of Sacrifice is the second of two Islamic holidays that is being observed in the world each year, the other one is Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Adha or Tabaski is holier than Eid al-Fitr because it is said that the holiday honors the … Read more
Punctuation marks are important because they are particularly useful in giving a written language clarity and comprehension. One wrong punctuation mark in a sentence or paragraph can give it a different meaning. With this, did you know that there is an annual holiday being celebrated especially for punctuation marks? National Punctuation Day … Read more
The Day of the Sea or El Dia del Mar is a celebration dedicated for Bolivians to claim back their country’s coastline from Chile. The special day is spent with Bolivia’s president, school children, war veterans and fellow countrymen having a moment of silence while listening to the sound of the shore’s … Read more
Melon Day is an annual celebration in Turkmenistan where it is considered the homeland of the best melons in the world. It is a national holiday that is devoted to festivities of celebrating the country’s muskmelon that is praised for its aroma, taste and big size. It is celebrated annually every second … Read more
Although Obama was born in Honolulu in Hawaii, Africa is his father’s home continent. Barack Obama Sr. was a Kenyan. President Obama becoming the first African-American President was a major accomplishment. During the election, Barack Obama’s running to be America’s first black president had a special resonance in Africa. People in Africa … Read more
Up-Helly-Aa is an annual Scottish holiday that is inspired by the land’s history and a Viking celebration. It is usually held in the middle of Winter to mark the end of the Yule season. Up-Helly-Aa is a holiday which literally means “Up Holy Day All.” Based on the book “Etymological Dictionary of … Read more