New Years Traditions

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What is the tradition of walking around the block with an empty suitcase on New Year's in Colombia?

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People hope to travel that year.

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Which country uses an egg to tell their fortune for the year?

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El Salvador cracks an egg at 11pm and uses it for fortune-telling.

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What do Siberians do on New Year's to symbolize new beginnings?

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They swim to the bottom of a frozen lake to plant a tree.

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What do people in Denmark throw at their friends' doors on New Year's?

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They throw dishes.

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How many waves do you need to jump over in Brazil for good luck?

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You need to jump over 7 waves.

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What is the significance of the empty suitcase tradition in Colombia?

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It symbolizes the hope for travel in the coming year.

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What is a common New Year's tradition in El Salvador?

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Cracking an egg at midnight to predict the future.

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Why do Siberians swim in frozen lakes on New Year's?

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To plant a tree, symbolizing new growth.

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What does throwing dishes in Denmark represent?

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It represents friendship and good luck.

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What is the cultural significance of jumping over waves in Brazil?

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It is believed to bring good luck for the year.