Valentine's Day traditions around the world
Denmark, small anonymous messages
In Denmark, Snowdrops, pretty flowers with white bells, replace our traditional bunches of red roses.
It is tradition for men to write "Gækkebrev", some funny and tender little words, simply signed by as many dots as letters they have in their first name... It is then up to the ladies to discover the identity of their unknown admirer and to receive a chocolate at Easter.
Denmark, small anonymous messages
In Denmark, Snowdrops, pretty flowers with white bells, replace our traditional bunches of red roses.
It is tradition for men to write "Gækkebrev", some funny and tender little words, simply signed by as many dots as letters they have in their first name... It is then up to the ladies to discover the identity of their unknown admirer and to receive a chocolate at Easter.
Japan, man & woman, each one has their day!
In Japan, tradition has it that it is women, exclusively, who offer chocolates to men on February 14th.
On March 14th, the “White Day”, the men who will have received these “Honmei-Choco”, meaning “chocolate of destiny”, will offer them a gift of white color in return.
The Japanese don't forget about singles! They can thus treat themselves to "Jibun-Choco", chocolates for "oneself".
Japan, man & woman, each one has their day!
In Japan, tradition has it that it is women, exclusively, who offer chocolates to men on February 14th.
On March 14th, the “White Day”, the men who will have received these “Honmei-Choco”, meaning “chocolate of destiny”, will offer them a gift of white color in return.
The Japanese don't forget about singles! They can thus treat themselves to "Jibun-Choco", chocolates for "oneself".
The United States, tenderness for all
Valentine's Day is considered the celebration of lovers and friendship. Friends, family and children give each other gifts. At school, the little ones decorate beautiful cards for their parents, meals are cooked and shows are organized for them.
The United States, tenderness for all
Valentine's Day is considered the celebration of lovers and friendship. Friends, family and children give each other gifts. At school, the little ones decorate beautiful cards for their parents, meals are cooked and shows are organized for them.
South Africa, hang on its Love
In South Africa, the custom, in accordance with the traditions inspired by Ancient Rome, is that women pin on their sleeve or on the bottom of their dress the name of their loved one.
South Africa, hang on its Love
In South Africa, the custom, in accordance with the traditions inspired by Ancient Rome, is that women pin on their sleeve or on the bottom of their dress the name of their loved one.
Thailand, a very popular festival
February 14th is a lucky day in Thailand.
Valentine's Day is a very popular celebration across the country, the streets are decorated with big red hearts.
Chocolates and heart-shaped jewelries are offered to the loved one, the teddy bear is the favorite gift!
Thailand, a very popular festival
February 14th is a lucky day in Thailand.
Valentine's Day is a very popular celebration across the country, the streets are decorated with big red hearts.
Chocolates and heart-shaped jewelries are offered to the loved one, the teddy bear is the favorite gift!
Estonia, friendship comes first
In Estonia, Valentine's Day is known as "Sobrapaev", which means Friendship Day. Estonians give each other cards, chocolates or gifts between each other. Another country where February 14th is not just for couples.
Estonia, friendship comes first
In Estonia, Valentine's Day is known as "Sobrapaev", which means Friendship Day. Estonians give each other cards, chocolates or gifts between each other. Another country where February 14th is not just for couples.
Germany, without any ulterior motives!
This is a country where Valentine's Day is celebrated with a little less commercial aspect than elsewhere.
In Germany, on the other side of the Rhine, the gift offered to his other half is neither a box of chocolates, nor a beautiful bunch of roses but... a pig. Animal gifts or decorating pigs on a cake are very popular.
By the way, “Schwein” and “Watz” (which mean “pig” in German and Bavarian respectively) are cute nicknames often used to refer to his or her beloved one,… and make no mistake, this without any ulterior motive!
Germany, without any ulterior motives!
This is a country where Valentine's Day is celebrated with a little less commercial aspect than elsewhere.
In Germany, on the other side of the Rhine, the gift offered to his other half is neither a box of chocolates, nor a beautiful bunch of roses but... a pig. Animal gifts or decorating pigs on a cake are very popular.
By the way, “Schwein” and “Watz” (which mean “pig” in German and Bavarian respectively) are cute nicknames often used to refer to his or her beloved one,… and make no mistake, this without any ulterior motive!
And to finish Valentine's Day traditions around the world, let's stop in Italy, the ultimate romantic destination
Italy, a country symbol of Love thanks to the story of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, is one of these countries having adopted the traditions of Valentine's Day where lovers offer each other gifts and invite each other at the restaurant.
Northern Italians also have a tradition of their own, they treat themselves to "Baci Perugina", delicious chocolates typical of the city of Perugia, these "Baci Perugina" hide sweet messages to their dearly loved one...
If you want to immerse yourself in this romantic Italian atmosphere while traveling through Italy, a country with unique authentic charm, we have some unmissable resort addresses for you!
And to finish Valentine's Day traditions around the world, let's stop in Italy, the ultimate romantic destination
Italy, a country symbol of Love thanks to the story of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, is one of these countries having adopted the traditions of Valentine's Day where lovers offer each other gifts and invite each other at the restaurant.
Northern Italians also have a tradition of their own, they treat themselves to "Baci Perugina", delicious chocolates typical of the city of Perugia, these "Baci Perugina" hide sweet messages to their dearly loved one...
If you want to immerse yourself in this romantic Italian atmosphere while traveling through Italy, a country with unique authentic charm, we have some unmissable resort addresses for you!
Denmark, small anonymous messages
In Denmark, Snowdrops, pretty flowers with white bells, replace our traditional bunches of red roses.
It is tradition for men to write "Gækkebrev", some funny and tender little words, simply signed by as many dots as letters they have in their first name... It is then up to the ladies to discover the identity of their unknown admirer and to receive a chocolate at Easter.
Japan, man & woman, each one has their day!
In Japan, tradition has it that it is women, exclusively, who offer chocolates to men on February 14th.
On March 14th, the “White Day”, the men who will have received these “Honmei-Choco”, meaning “chocolate of destiny”, will offer them a gift of white color in return.
The Japanese don't forget about singles! They can thus treat themselves to "Jibun-Choco", chocolates for "oneself".
The United States, tenderness for all
Valentine's Day is considered the celebration of lovers and friendship. Friends, family and children give each other gifts. At school, the little ones decorate beautiful cards for their parents, meals are cooked and shows are organized for them.
South Africa, hang on its Love
In South Africa, the custom, in accordance with the traditions inspired by Ancient Rome, is that women pin on their sleeve or on the bottom of their dress the name of their loved one.
Thailand, a very popular festival
February 14th is a lucky day in Thailand.
Valentine's Day is a very popular celebration across the country, the streets are decorated with big red hearts.
Chocolates and heart-shaped jewelries are offered to the loved one, the teddy bear is the favorite gift!
Estonia, friendship comes first
In Estonia, Valentine's Day is known as "Sobrapaev", which means Friendship Day. Estonians give each other cards, chocolates or gifts between each other. Another country where February 14th is not just for couples.
Germany, without any ulterior motives!
This is a country where Valentine's Day is celebrated with a little less commercial aspect than elsewhere.
In Germany, on the other side of the Rhine, the gift offered to his other half is neither a box of chocolates, nor a beautiful bunch of roses but... a pig. Animal gifts or decorating pigs on a cake are very popular.
By the way, “Schwein” and “Watz” (which mean “pig” in German and Bavarian respectively) are cute nicknames often used to refer to his or her beloved one,… and make no mistake, this without any ulterior motive!
And to finish Valentine's Day traditions around the world, let's stop in Italy, the ultimate romantic destination
Italy, a country symbol of Love thanks to the story of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, is one of these countries having adopted the traditions of Valentine's Day where lovers offer each other gifts and invite each other at the restaurant.
Northern Italians also have a tradition of their own, they treat themselves to "Baci Perugina", delicious chocolates typical of the city of Perugia, these "Baci Perugina" hide sweet messages to their dearly loved one...
If you want to immerse yourself in this romantic Italian atmosphere while traveling through Italy, a country with unique authentic charm, we have some unmissable resort addresses for you!
