If the excitement for travel hasn’t hit you in the new year yet, this list will certainly take you there. TripAdvisor has announced it’s 2019 Travelers’ Choice Top 25 Beaches in the World, just in time to remind us we still have 24 days of winter left. 1. Baia do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil: This… Continue reading TripAdvisor Names 2019 Top 25 Beaches In The World
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Black Teenager Killed In Brazil Sparks ‘Black Lives Matter’ Protests
The city of Rio de Janeiro is up in arms after a grocery store security guard killed an Afro-Brazilian teenager. Pedro Gonzaga, 19, died of a heart attack last week after he was put in a “sleeper hold” by Davi Amâncio. A supermarket spokesperson claims that Amâncio was trying to apprehend Gonzaga following an attempt to steal.… Continue reading Black Teenager Killed In Brazil Sparks ‘Black Lives Matter’ Protests
Fueling Your Creative Passion: A Photo Essay by Ashleigh Reddy
San Francisco photographer Ashleigh Reddy pursued photography full-time in 2013. She worked multiple jobs after graduating from college, including working for a non-profit and doing makeup. However, nothing quite offered her freedom and the vibrancy that photography did. “For me, I love photography so much that it was an itch I couldn’t not scratch. I… Continue reading Fueling Your Creative Passion: A Photo Essay by Ashleigh Reddy
The Most Affordable Travel Destinations In The African Diaspora
As a black traveler that has had the chance to go to many countries outside of the United States, I gained a sense of belonging in the world after seeing myself in the faces of people from different cultural backgrounds. African descendants span the globe due to the inhumane way our ancestors were bought, sold,… Continue reading The Most Affordable Travel Destinations In The African Diaspora
Traveling To Brazil Might Become Easier As Country Drops Visa Requirement
It looks like travelers to Brazil won’t need to worry about visas anymore. The country is set to eliminate visa requirements for travelers from the United States, Canada, Japan, and Australia. The decision was made Wednesday after Brazil’s newly-elected president, Jair Bolsonaro, wanted to put effort into boosting the country’s tourism numbers. “The previous administration treated… Continue reading Traveling To Brazil Might Become Easier As Country Drops Visa Requirement
What It Means To Be Black In Rio de Janeiro
In between Coelho e Castro and Sacadura Cabral streets in Rio de Janeiro sat one of the biggest slave ports in the world: The Valongo Wharf. Built in 1811, hundreds of thousands of African slaves were taken there to work on sugar and coffee plantations. There’s a notion that the British were the primary slave… Continue reading What It Means To Be Black In Rio de Janeiro
These Cities And Countries Don’t Deserve Your Black Travel Dollars In 2019
2018 marked a great year for African-American travelers. A study conducted by Mandala Research shows that African Americans spent $63 billion on tourism in 2018, up by $20 billion in 2010. And while this research proves black Americans are exploring the world like never before, there were some incidents and laws passed this past year… Continue reading These Cities And Countries Don’t Deserve Your Black Travel Dollars In 2019
Here’s How Christmas Is Celebrated In Brazil
In Brazil, Christmas is one of the most important and festive holidays. The South American country has a multicultural population and its ethnic diversity influences its festivities. As a formerly occupied country, Brazilians have retained some of the Christmas customs brought over by Portugal. The Catholic Church is the largest religious institution in the country and… Continue reading Here’s How Christmas Is Celebrated In Brazil
2-For-1 Flight Deal: Miami To Rio and Fortaleza, Brazil For Only $351
This 2-for-1 flight deal is almost too good to be true. LATAM Airlines is running a promotion for routes from Miami that will allow you to see Rio De Janeiro as well as Fortaleza, Brazil for as low as $351 roundtrip. This promotion is valid on travel from mid-March thru mid-May. You will need to… Continue reading 2-For-1 Flight Deal: Miami To Rio and Fortaleza, Brazil For Only $351
Rio de Janiero Hotels: From Airbnb To Hidden Gems
Traveling outside of your native country can be an enjoyable yet stressful planning experience, especially if you don’t know where to stay. Voted the world’s happiest city, Rio de Janiero is home to some of the most beautiful views and beaches around the world. It’s scenic mountains and culture truly helps shape the city… Continue reading Rio de Janiero Hotels: From Airbnb To Hidden Gems
Salvador, Brazil Hotels: From Airbnb to Hidden Gems
Finding the perfect place to lay your head on a trip is half the battle, and we want to make finding your ideal hotel in Salvador, Brazil a breeze. Whether you want to be in the middle of all the action, get a seaside view, or stay in a building that’s been standing since the… Continue reading Salvador, Brazil Hotels: From Airbnb to Hidden Gems
Zoos, Aquariums, And Amusement Parks In Salvador, Brazil: A Complete Guide
Salvador is Brazil’s third-largest city and known for its annual week-long Carnival celebrations and as the former capital of the country. Salvador (also known as Bahia) merges African influence, bustling nightlife, wildlife preservation into one fascinating city. Here are a few attractions to fill your itinerary. Aquariums Salvador is committed to the preserving… Continue reading Zoos, Aquariums, And Amusement Parks In Salvador, Brazil: A Complete Guide
A New E-Visa Will Make Traveling To Brazil A Lot Easier
Brazil has long been a dream destination for casual and avid travelers alike, but the process of getting to the country, which requires U.S. citizens to get a visa before they can stroll through São Paulo or chill beachside in Rio de Janeiro, has kept many Americans from exploring the country for themselves. Brazil isn’t… Continue reading A New E-Visa Will Make Traveling To Brazil A Lot Easier
24 Hours in Recife Brazil
Close your eyes (but not really so you can read the rest of this post). Take a deep breath. Exhale it slowly. As you do, let the sway of the tall coconut palm trees lining the street loosen any sense of obligation. Let the vibrant murals of street art transform your thoughts of worry into… Continue reading 24 Hours in Recife Brazil
Sail Away to Paraty
The sleepy town of Paraty (pronounced Par–a–chee) sits along the southeastern coast of Brazil. Nestled amongst the sultry beaches that make up the 325-mile stretch of coastline in-between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Paraty once played a strategic role in Brazil’s history. During the colonial period, it was used as an export port by… Continue reading Sail Away to Paraty