If you're stuck for inspiration on where to go on holiday this year, why not try attending a festival? Festivals can be enlightening, exciting, and an explosion of colour and culture. You may have to be a little brave, the theatrical nature of these events require you to come out of your comfort zone, but you'll find it well worth it when your truly emerge yourself in what's around you.
Hot air balloon festival
Holi Festival of colour, India
Lantern Festival
Elephant Festival
Venice Carnival