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Headed to New Orleans for Mardi Gras or Thailand for a Full Moon Rave for the first time? Even if you're just looking for the best party hostel or bar, this is THE guide to nightlife around the world!

Matador's First Ever Free NYC Summer Barbecue Party - Aug. 6th at 5 PM

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NIGHTLIFE:   The time has come for Matador's first ever New York City Party, so mark your calendar because you're invited, too. It's free, but you must RSVP.  More »

Big Sky Sports + Party: Our Favorite Winter Festivals in Montana

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NIGHTLIFE:   No matter your style, from snowmobile to skis, horse riding to dog sledding, winter events around the state are sure to get you out and discovering the best of what Montana has to offer.   More »

The World's 10 Best Rooftop Bars

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NIGHTLIFE:   As summer approaches, it's time to explore the world's best rooftop watering holes.   More »

Huge Slumber Party for Department Store Shoppers Keeps Them from Having to Brave the Snow

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NIGHTLIFE:   50 customers including 20 children were treated to a slumber party in the bed department of the John Lewis store on Monday the 21st after intense snow stopped traffic.   More »

The Top Dive Bars In Las Vegas

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NIGHTLIFE:   Places to go to watch (or start) fights, listen to old junkies play the sickest blues/jazz/funk, or just stare into the void.   More »

Top 5 Ferias in Spain

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NIGHTLIFE:   The where, when, and what to bring for Spain's best parties.   More »

Party Down With Roads Scholars At Burning Man!

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NIGHTLIFE:   Are you burning, man? Party with four Roads Scholars who have been blogging across America for the summer.  More »

Tokyo Nightlife: 3 Killer Clubs for When Roppongi's Charm Wears Thin

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NIGHTLIFE:   If you're in Japan, you have probably been told that all the gaijin in Tokyo do their partying in Roppongi. If this has convinced you to avoid Roppongi at all costs (and I hope it has), keep reading.  More »

Top 10 Nightlife Spots in Mexico City

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Don't Act Like a N00b: Party Like a Pro for New Orleans' Mardi Gras

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NIGHTLIFE:   With less than a month until Mardi Gras, Megan Hill warns: Putting your hand on the ground to pick something up that you haven’t stepped on first is a good way to lose a finger.   More »

Tripping Out On The Road: Drugs, Alcohol And Travel

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The 10 Hottest Nightlife Spots in Havana, Cuba

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NIGHTLIFE:   From tragically touristy to totally local, our top 10 nightlife guide to Havana takes you to places that reveal Havana’s love of music, dance, and drink!  More »

20 MORE of the Craziest Party Hostels Around the World

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NIGHTLIFE:   It’s not uncommon to see patrons of walking the shore with big, silver bags of goon ripped right from their boxes, spouts pouring freely into mouths of anyone who will have them.   More »

Book Review: Party Across America!

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GEAR:   101 of the Greatest Festivals, Sporting Events, and Celebrations in the U.S.  More »

First Timer's Guide to Full Moon Raves

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NIGHTLIFE:   From its shadowy origins to tips on raging there today, check out Thailand's Full Moon Raves.  More »

HOW TO: Start a Massive Dance Party

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NIGHTLIFE:   Starting a huge dance party is tough if it's just you and the dance floor, but confidence is always inspiring and this guy has it in spades.  More »

Top 10 Bars in Palermo, Buenos Aires

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NIGHTLIFE:   Matador gives you a sleek list of options for all tastes in a city that doesn’t seem to sleep but only takes siestas.  More »

Holy Rave Party: Baptists Jam Out

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SPIRIT:   Here's to the perfect combination of rave music and hallelujahs.   More »

The 10 Most Colorful Bars in Montana

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NIGHTLIFE:   Montana has big trout, big mountains, big skies and some very memorable bars. Don't forget your bear-spray.   More »

The Best Hostel In France (Is Going Off Tonight)

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NIGHTLIFE:   The Villa Saint Exupery’s only downfall might not be its own doing. Reviews and articles about the hostel are so glowing that many people booking might not take into account that this is, after all, a playpen for backpackers.   More »

Chile Gears Up for its Alcohol-Infused National Holiday

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NIGHTLIFE:   Eileen Smith gives you the grand tour of Chile's Independence Day(s) and the alcoholic beverages that make this a holiday to remember - or not.  More »

The 20 Craziest Party Hostels Around the World

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NIGHTLIFE:   Our man Matt searches high and low, enduring sleepless nights by the toilet to bring you this report.   More »

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