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Keukenhof, the Netherlands

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Go Exploring with Special Event Travel

Taylor Swift may have reignited the excitement of planning trips around events, but the idea of turning fixed-date occasions into extraordinary experiences is nothing new to us. We have some great recommendations for your next getaway below.

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rrive a week before Rio’s Carnival to take in the sights before letting loose, or plan for The Palio di Siena in Tuscany. This thrilling horse race in Piazza del Campo is the perfect excuse to linger and savor the beauty of Italy in summer.

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Rio Carnival | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Siena, Tuscany | Palio di Siena

Wine lovers arriving in time for Tuscany’s off-season Benvenuto Brunello festival can stick around to discover the region when it’s quieter and more intimate.

In the spring, spiny lobster festivals throughout the Caribbean make it a great excuse to enjoy more of this delightfully sweet crustacean.

We can help you find accommodations to take in the celebrations leading up to Easter throughout Guatemala, Portugal or Spain. (Note: 2025 is a Catholic Jubilee year in Italy. Cities such as Rome, Venice and Florence will be busier than ever.)

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Dominican Republic | Caribbean Lobster Festival
Plaza de España, Seville, Spain | Giralda Tower, Seville, Spain

Heading further east? The World's Fair in Osaka, Japan (April to October 2025) offers a dazzling mix of innovation and culture. While you're there, explore Kyoto's temples or enjoy the energy of Tokyo.

Spring travelers might find Vivid Sydney irresistible. This annual festival of light, music, and ideas transforms the city into a kaleidoscope of color, making it a standout Australian adventure.

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Formula One Monaco Grand Prix | Explora II
Dia de los Muertos | Osaka Castle, Osaka, Japan

F1 enthusiasts heading to Monaco can now book the luxury cruise ship Explora II, which docks in Monaco for race week to become a home base for its guests.

And closer to home, visit Mexico in the fall for Dia de Los Muertos (Nov. 1 and 2) – come for the party and stay longer for the beach.

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Event dates may be fixed, but your itinerary before and after is wide open. We're experts at planning great trips around your special event.

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