6 Travel Superstitions Around The World

By: Jigyasa Kakwani

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Travelling often comes with adventure, mystery, curiosity, and even superstition. Here are some surprising travel superstitions followed in different parts of the world.

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1. Avoid Number 13
(Western Countries)

Many people believe 13 is an unlucky number and avoid booking a flight seat or a hotel room with this number.

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2. Sitting on a Suitcase (Russia)

This could be more of a calming ritual. Before heading on a trip, Russians often sit on their suitcase for a safe journey.

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In Italy, saying good luck is believed to bring the opposite. Instead, people say 'in bocca al lupo', which means in the wolf's mouth.

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3. Do Not Say 'Good Luck' (Italy)

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4. Right Foot First (Spain and Latin America)

In Spanish-speaking countries, stepping out of the house with the right foot first is believed to bring good luck while travelling. 

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5. Spilling Water (Serbia)

Spilling water behind a person setting off on a journey is believed to bring them good luck and a smooth, hassle-free trip.

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6. No Whistling at Night (Japan and Korea)

In Japan and Korea, whistling at night is thought to attract bad spirits, making it an ominous act, especially when travelling alone.

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