China - Dragon

In China, the Dragon is always becomes an important part of their lifestyle. It is believed that for a newlyweds couple to have good luck and a baby boy, a boy, preferably born on chinese Dragon year must roll over their matrimonial bed.

Poland - Christmas

In Poland, there is still a belief that girls who grind poppy seed on Christmas Eve can hope for a good luck on marriage. After having their dinner and leave the house, the direction of the first dog bark they heard points to where their future husband will come from.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Italy - Number 17

In Italy, it is believed that the number 17 is considered unlucky. When "17" viewed as the Roman numeral, XVII, an anagram or letters rearrangement of that spells out "VIXI," which in Latin means "I have lived" which describes, "My life is over," or "I'm dead."

England - Raven

In England, The Tower of London is a castle that houses ravens over 900 years. It is believed that if the ravens leave the castle, the crown of England and the kingdom will fall.

Chile - Hiking

In Chile, there is a belief that it is customary when you are hiking through the desert, you have to pour some of your drinking water on the ground before you drink any yourself to avoid bad luck. This is considered as a tribute to Pachamama, the spirit of Earth in order to have a safe journey.

Ukraine - Broom

In Ukraine, people believed that broom should always kept upward in a corner of the house. The reason is that it would turn away the evil eye and bring wealth to the family in the house.

Britain - Coal

In Britain, it is considered as tradition to give someone coal as a New Year's gift, carrying a piece of coal in your pocket will also brings good luck or make the bad luck go away.

Vietnam - Business

In Vietnam, there is a belief that when you're going somewhere on a business trip, you have to try to avoid seeing a woman first. It is considered bad luck for your your business if you do see a woman first as you go out your door or on the way. It is advisable that you postpone the trip to another time.