Posts Tagged "holidays"
Posted on July 7, 2012 in Travel Tips
We’ve selected the 10 US states boasting the most dynamic tourism websites to help you plan your next great American trip... Continue reading Top 10 US State Tourism Sites (Updated)
Posted on June 14, 2012 in IgoUgo Updates
The second Continental Congress adopted the American Flag on June 14, 1777. In 1916, president Woodrow Wilson declared it an official observance... Continue reading Happy Flag Day!
Posted on May 4, 2012 in Best of Travel
Here in the States, we celebrate it with burritos, parades, margaritas and fiestas. However, many people do not know exactly the history of Cinco de Mayo... Continue reading Cinco de Mayo in Puebla | A History Lesson
Posted on March 14, 2012 in Photos
As the most ubiquitous saint’s memorial holiday, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated all over the world. One of the most well-known St. Patrick’s Day traditions is the wearing of the green... Continue reading St. Patty's Day Green
Posted on February 20, 2012 in Best of Travel
As Mardi Gras and Ash Wednesday roll around, celebrations take place around the world to celebrate the start of the Lenten season. While most people think of parades, debauchery, and beads, many other kinds of festivals commemorate these holidays... Continue reading Shrove Tuesday Football Festival
Posted on January 16, 2012 in IgoUgo Updates
I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.".. Continue reading Martin Luther King, Jr.: In Memoriam
Posted on December 22, 2011 in Photos
IgoUgo asks, “Where does one of Forbes Top 5 billionaires holiday with his family?” Perhaps it’s some remote Island in the middle of the ocean. (Well, kind of.) Try Sydney, Australia. Bill Gates and family are spending a month-long vacation there... Continue reading IgoUgo’s Top Picks for Summer in Sydney
Posted on December 5, 2011 in Trip Ideas
As we make our way into the heart of holiday season, thoughts of Christmas presents, Menorahs, and kinaras may come to mind. However, around the world and throughout time, many different holidays have been celebrated in this month... Continue reading Ten Other Holidays in December
Posted on December 3, 2011 in Trip Ideas
Christmas markets are an old world tradition, German and Austrian in origin and dating back to the Middle Ages. Also known as Christkindlmarkt or Weihnachtsmarkt, they’re great for enjoying the season with gifts, clothes, toys and food and drink... Continue reading The 12 Days of Christmas Markets
Posted on November 22, 2011 in Trip Ideas
As the biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday can be a daunting task. Here are a few alternatives to stores and malls to enjoy the end of autumn with your family... Continue reading Black Friday Alternatives