TOP 5 COUNTRIES FOR AN ENJOYABLE VALENTINE’S DAY
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Valentine’s Day as we all know, was originally a day to celebrate Saint Valentinus, who performed weddings for soldiers who were not allowed to marry. As various cultures offer alternative celebrations for this day, we bring you the top 5 countries worth going to for a unique experience.
PHILLIPINES
Up for a mass wedding? It has become tradition in the Philippines to conduct mass wedding celebrations on Valentine’s Day. Each year thousands of couples show up to get married in this public ceremony. It is an eye-opening act worth experiencing
ESTONIA
Single? Fear not, Estonia is the place to be on Valentine’s Day. Although Estonians celebrate Valentine’s Day much like the rest of the world, February 14th is also known as ‘National Friend’s Day’. Much like exchanges on Valentine’s Day, singles focus on exchanging presents with their friends and loved ones. Love is encompassed in several ways on February 14 in Estonia.
JAPAN
If you are up for a role-reversal on Valentine’s Day need to head to Japan. As part of their tradition for Valentine’s Day, women typically present chocolates and gift to their partners a stark difference to the usual celebrations. The favour however, is returned on March 14 when men are in charge of presenting gifts.
SOUTH AFRICA
Young girls in South Africa celebrate the occasion by following an old-age Roman festival of ‘Lupercalia’. According to this traditional festival, young girls pin their lovers name on their sleeves. This is followed by romantic dates and events on the day. The lovely sunshine adds a regal flare to this day.
TAIWAN
Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Taiwan on February 14, but there is also a special Valentine’s Day on July 7 of the lunar calendar, based on an ancient Chinese folktale. Men purchase expensive bouquets of roses and other flowers for their sweethearts on these days. According to Taiwan tradition, the colour and number of the roses holds much significance.
One red rose means “an only love,” , Eleven roses means “a favourite,” Ninety-nine roses means “forever,” and One hundred eight roses means “marry me.”
These traditions will make for a memorable occasion. In this time-consuming world, we all need a helping hand in stepping out of the ordinary. We offer event planning and travel packages, do not shy away, do contact us. We are more than glad to help