Blue Marble vs Holiday Explained

Get (nearly) real time satellite images of Earth on your home screen! Blue Marble is the best way to view beautiful, up-to-date images of our planet from your iPhone or iPad. Add the widget to your home screen to see how the planet changes throughout the day. Blue Marble also supports Shortcuts, so you can build automations that use these images. This app was directly inspired by (but is not affiliated with) Downlink for macOS, made by Anthony Colangelo. If you want to use these images as your desktop background, check it out! ***** Blue Marble is made by a single developer in Brooklyn, NY. I hope you find these images as inspiring as I do!

Holiday Explained helps you discover, understand, and plan around public holidays around the world. Whether you are researching national days, planning travel, organizing time off, or simply curious about global traditions, this app makes holiday information clear, searchable, and practical. Search and explore public holidays by country. Instantly view official national holidays, observances, and key dates for multiple regions. Quickly switch between countries to compare celebrations and understand how different nations recognize important events. Understand the meaning behind each holiday. Holiday Explained does more than list dates. It helps you learn what each holiday represents, its cultural or historical significance, and how it is observed. From independence days and religious celebrations to modern national observances, you gain context and insight, not just a calendar entry. Plan smarter with long weekend detection. The app highlights upcoming long weekends so you can maximize time off, schedule travel, or prepare in advance. See which holidays create extended breaks and plan accordingly. Add holidays directly to your device calendar. With a single tap, save individual holidays or entire long weekends to your personal calendar. The app tracks which holidays you have already added, helping prevent duplicates and keeping your schedule organized. Personalized country experience. Select your preferred country for quick access to local holidays. Easily change countries to explore global celebrations and compare traditions across regions. Favorites system. Save holidays you care about for quick access later. Whether it is a recurring national celebration, a cultural event you want to remember, or a holiday you are researching, keep it in your favorites list for easy reference. Search and filter. Quickly find specific holidays by name or browse through the year’s full list. The intuitive search experience makes it easy to locate exactly what you need. Modern, clean interface. Holiday Explained is designed with a simple and intuitive layout that works smoothly across devices. Switch between light and dark themes for comfortable viewing anytime. Why Holiday Explained • Comprehensive public holiday listings by country • Clear explanations of national and cultural significance • Long weekend insights for better planning • One-tap calendar integration • Favorites for quick access • Fast country switching and search Perfect for travelers, students, educators, business professionals, and anyone who wants a better understanding of global public holidays. Whether you are planning your next trip, organizing time off, studying international cultures, or simply curious about what other countries celebrate, Holiday Explained gives you the clarity and tools you need. Download Holiday Explained and explore the world’s holidays with context, insight, and convenience.