Carnival

Searching for the history and origins of this puzzling tiki cocktail ingredient.

Tourists are slowly destroying la serenissima for the sake of a good selfie. Here is how to really appreciate this amazing canal city without contributing to its demise.

The United States values religious freedom and multicultural dynamism, at once—that’s why many of our favorite secular customs and holidays actually have religious roots.

Carnival season is coming to a close, but the revellers won't go out without a bang. See some of the intricate costumes, festive parades, and unique traditions of the 2014 celebrations.

In honor of Fat Tuesday, here's a look back at the masks, beads, and elaborate costumes of Mardi Gras festivities past around the world.

Carnival cruises are now $38 a night. Here are better ways to spend that money—none of which involve poop.

From a Yorkie with a fruit headdress in Copacabana to the French Quarter’s golden Lab ‘queen,’ see photos.