For many people, the end of the year brings cooler weather and travel to spend time with loved ones. It is a joyful time full of festivities, fun, food, family, and friends. This time of the year is also special because of the giving season. In this article, we’ll explain what the giving season is and why it’s so important.

Each year, billions of people around the planet celebrate a new year on January 1st. However, this particular New Year celebration is based on the Gregorian calendar, which not every country, culture, or religion follows. There are numerous other new year celebrations in different parts of the world, many of which take place at other times of the year. Explore some of the unique new year celebrations around the world!

Each year, February 14th brings Valentine’s Day—a day of celebrating friendships, partners, and love in all its forms. In the United States, the holiday is mainly celebrated by going to restaurants, exchanging presents, and buying flowers and candy. Each Valentine's Day, Americans spend around $21 billion, signifying how important it is to show loved ones how much they mean.

But what about Valentine's Day traditions in other parts of the world? Is the focus primarily on romantic relationships? While many countries have similar traditions to the United States, many also have their own unique celebration. In this article, we’ll look at the traditions and celebrations of Valentine's Day around the world.