The Coney Island Polar Bear Club’s annual New Year’s Day plunge into the frigid waters of the Atlantic offers a memorable way to kick off 2013.
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31 December 2012
Rather than pouring the obligatory champagne this New Year’s Eve, try one of these traditional regional beverages.
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28 December 2012
Over a period of four weeks, a team of about 40 artists constructed more than 35 illuminated exhibits in the city’s Het Park, many of which are based on Chinese folklore.
24 December 2012
The festival of Takanakuy features music, dancing and a series of public fist fights.
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24 December 2012
One of Germany’s most loved traditions -- authentic and charming festive fairs can now also be enjoyed in the United States, Japan, France and England.
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11 December 2012
Ideas for nearly every type of traveller, plus must-have gadgets, travel-inspired garb, inspirational reading material, download-worthy apps and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
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07 December 2012
From a retro camera with an artistic eye to an emergency phone with up to 10 hours of talk time, these items will amaze any tech-savvy traveller.
07 December 2012
From a pocket-sized camera tripod to a notebook and guidebook in one, these innovations will make life on the road a little easier.
07 December 2012
From a Norwegian expedition with a pack of huskies to a multi-country tour of South East Asia, these trips will take travellers to the ends of the Earth and back.
07 December 2012
From a backpack that weighs less than 0.5kg to a suitcase with its own tracking code, these items will stand out on the baggage conveyer belt.
07 December 2012
A selection of these Holidays articles were originally published on Lonely Planet.
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