TOP 10 Halloween destinations

N° 2 - Canada

Pumpkins are at the heart of Halloween, and Quebecers enjoy picking their own in the fields. The vegetables are then scooped out and carved into spooky faces. This tradition pays homage to Jack'O'Lantern, an Irish blacksmith condemned to wander in the darkness with only an ember given to him by the devil and placed, at the time, in a hollowed-out turnip. The children dress up in their best disguises to ring the doorbells of the decorated houses. Some don't skimp on decorations to recreate a ghostly atmosphere. Ghostly projections, atmospheric music, smoke and creatures of all kinds test the mettle of the little gourmands!

N° 3 - Mexico

November¹ and 2, known as "Dia de los Muertos", are two days entirely dedicated to the dead. Far from being a sombre mortuary event, it's an opportunity to celebrate the return of the dead to earth. The spirits do not come to frighten poor mortals, but simply to visit their families. Mexicans gather in cemeteries to dance, sing and leave offerings, such as little sugar skulls. Altars are also set up with flowers, garlands and candles in tribute to the deceased. Orange, red, pink - it's a colorful event!

N° 4 - United States

"Trick or Treat! This is the ultimatum issued by young Americans in the guise of witches, ghosts and vampires. The deal is simple: "Trick or treat! "From haunted mansions to terrifying parades, activities are organized in major cities such as New York, where a fleet of pumpkins crosses Harlem Meer Lake in Central Park. Pumpkins invade homes, serve as decoration and are also found on the plate in many variations, from appetizers to desserts. And if you dare on this special day, why not take a trip to Salem, Massachusetts, the famous town of witches...

N° 5 - Japan

Celebrating Halloween is not originally part of Japanese culture. Yet the streets of Tokyo are increasingly invaded by costumed people, often with a manga theme. Since this festival has no value in Japan's dominant religions, it has taken on a rather commercial aspect, more conducive to fun than to real contemplation. Many themed parties are organized on the evening of October 31st, and pumpkins grow on store shelves, accompanied by numerous decorations. The Japanese don't hesitate to spend a fortune on a costume that's not so much "kawaii" as scary!

N° 6 - Ireland

In Halloween's homeland, the main events are gigantic fireworks displays launched into the sky. In the streets of Dublin, the traditional parade and its frightening creatures stroll along, sending shivers down the spines of young and old alike. An essential part of the Celtic tradition, the Irish eat "barmbracks", a kind of Halloween patty. These fruit buns contain a small object announcing an event. The discovery of a ring heralds a wedding, a coin assures you of rolling in gold, and conversely, a piece of cloth foretells a difficult end of the month...

N° 7 - Spain

The "Castanyada" or "chestnut festival" takes place on November 2 in Spain. In commemoration of the deceased, everyone places a candle in their window to guide the spirits. Religion is very important in the country, and people take the opportunity to attend masses, before enjoying a meal, surrounded by family, close friends and benevolent spirits. Cookies such as "panellets", made from almonds and pine nuts, are traditionally served on the table. Parallel to this mortuary commemoration, for some years now, on the night of October 31, Spaniards have been dressing up, and parades and themed parties are organized.

N° 8 - Australia

Halloween kicks off in early October with the Zombie Walk. On October 26, the city of Sydney organizes a gigantic parade in which some of the costumes are spine-chilling! This is a recent craze for Halloween, as Australians were initially rather reticent about this festival, which is too rooted in American culture. In recent years, more and more parties and fancy dress evenings have been organized in major cities like Melbourne, on October 31.

No. 9 - Hong Kong

"The "Chung Yeung Festival" takes place on October 9 in Hong Kong. Families visit the graves to make offerings to the gods. As for October 31, it's a terrifying festival... but above all, it's an opportunity to have fun! In the streets, everyone dons their wildest costume. From candy distributions to game stalls along the Avenue of the Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong is in full swing! For the more courageous, Disneyland Park is offering a spooky evening. It's an opportunity to experience "the nightmare experience", a nightmarish moment in this fairytale setting, in the company of all the villains imagined by Walt Disney.

N° 10 - Romania

Bran Castle in Transylvania is better known as "Dracula's Castle", and this Halloween the festivities begin in the castle courtyard with a terrifying masked ball. The program includes a bonfire, a tasting of Dracula's culinary specialities and many other surprises. Scary attire required! Throughout the region, too, numerous events and activities are organized in the streets. Shows and traditional meals are on offer, particularly in Sighisoara, the birthplace of Dracula, which means "son of the devil" in Romanian...

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