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Museums Around The World You Should Check Out

Rob and ReShawn Lee

Museums are travelers ‘ windows into the history, culture and art of a particular place. They offer a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the local heritage and gain a deeper understanding of the people who have shaped it over time. Whether it’s exploring ancient artifacts, admiring masterpieces by renowned artists or learning about significant… Continue reading Museums Around The World You Should Check Out

LATAM Airlines and Delta Air Lines Introduce New Direct Flight

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Delta Air Lines and LATAM Airlines are launching their first joint venture route in the Brazilian market. This flight will establish a direct connection between São Paulo and Los Angeles. The inaugural flight took off on Tuesday, marking an important development for both airlines. LATAM’s addition of Los Angeles as its 22nd international destination from… Continue reading LATAM Airlines and Delta Air Lines Introduce New Direct Flight

Delta Resumes Twice Daily Flights From Atlanta To Brazil

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Great news is here for Atlanta residents! Delta Air Lines has announced the reinstatement of its twice-daily service between Atlanta and São Paulo, effective from May 25. Previously discontinued, this route will now be served by a combination of Airbus A330-300 and Boeing 767-300(ER) aircraft. Delta temporarily reduced the frequency of flights between the two… Continue reading Delta Resumes Twice Daily Flights From Atlanta To Brazil

The Best Urban Adventures In Latin America

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Traveling to Latin America doesn’t always have to be a tropical beach getaway – there are many fantastic cities to explore throughout the region. These cities have countless activities to offer and are a unique way to experience the culture and gastronomy of a destination. There are some urban centers in Latin America that offer… Continue reading The Best Urban Adventures In Latin America

Delta Air Lines To Expand Flights To Brazil From NYC And Atlanta

Johnny Greig

Delta Air Lines is expanding its network of flights to Brazil as travel demand continues to increase, the US carrier announced last week. The airline company’s connections from the United States to South America’s largest market also offer award-winning customer service. Starting on October 29, flights between Guarulhos (São Paulo) and John F. Kennedy (NYC)… Continue reading Delta Air Lines To Expand Flights To Brazil From NYC And Atlanta

Ackee Pousada: The Black-Owned Hostel Bringing Afro-Brazilian Hospitality Experience In São Paulo, Brazil

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Ackee Pousada is one of the few Black-owned hostels in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Opened in 2008 and located in one of the most beautiful cities in São Paulo— Olímpia, Ackee Pousada offers guests a unique Afro-Brazilian hospitality experience. Founded in 2008, the hostel is owned by Carol Damiá. Ackee was inspired by… Continue reading Ackee Pousada: The Black-Owned Hostel Bringing Afro-Brazilian Hospitality Experience In São Paulo, Brazil

A Jamaican Living In Brazil: I Have Always Felt Welcomed As A Foreigner

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Andre James is a 32-year-old Jamaican originally from the city of Kingston. Living in São Paulo, Brazil, since 2010, he owns a Jamaican restaurant – Jerky’s Cozinha Caribenha– in one of the largest cities in the world and Latin America’s financial hub. Jerky’s Cozinha Caribenha is the first Jamaican restaurant in São Paulo’s downtown. Feeling… Continue reading A Jamaican Living In Brazil: I Have Always Felt Welcomed As A Foreigner

Brazil’s Carnival Postponed From February To April

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Previously scheduled to be held in February, Brazil‘s carnival has been postponed to April in Rio and São Paulo said the cities’ authorities. The reason for the delay is the surge of coronavirus cases in Brazil as the omicron variant spreads across major cities such as Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Salvador. “We realized… Continue reading Brazil’s Carnival Postponed From February To April

These Black American Men Share Why They’ve Made São Paulo, Brazil Their Home

Alton King

50-year-old Craig Washington of Tampa, Florida, made the decision that São Paulo is the city he intends to live in forever. Washington is currently living in Osasco, a metropolitan area, with his Brazilian wife Laura DePaula and their 9-month-old son, Coltrane.  “I am a ‘semi-retired’ P.A.C.S administrator, and I also have a property management company in… Continue reading These Black American Men Share Why They’ve Made São Paulo, Brazil Their Home

Inside Brafika: Brazil’s Most Successful Black Woman-Owned Travel Agency

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In 2019, Bia Moremi, a young Afro-Brazilian woman from São Paulo, had an idea that would change her life. After spending 10 years working regular jobs, she decided to create a travel agency focused on promoting Black Diaspora tours in Brazil and Africa. Two years later,  Brafika was elected as the most successful Black woman-owned… Continue reading Inside Brafika: Brazil’s Most Successful Black Woman-Owned Travel Agency

Afro-Brazilian Farmers Are Fighting Food Insecurity In Urban Black Neighborhoods

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Brazil has been severely hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. With a number of 600,000 deaths, the second-deadliest after the United States, the Latin American country is also facing food insecurity — with millions of people jobless from the crisis.  However, in the state of São Paulo, there are Afro-Brazilian organizations working to bring some relief… Continue reading Afro-Brazilian Farmers Are Fighting Food Insecurity In Urban Black Neighborhoods

The Afro Brazil Museum Is The Largest Of The African Diaspora In Latin America

The Afro Brasil Museum

The largest museum of the African diaspora in Latin America, the Afro Brazil Museum (Museu Afro Brasil), is a must-go site in São Paulo. You don’t want to miss it if you are visiting the city. The museum is a cultural gem, which chronicles the ethnographic history of Afro-Brazilians in the largest Black population country outside… Continue reading The Afro Brazil Museum Is The Largest Of The African Diaspora In Latin America

Afro-Brazilians Create An English Course For The Underprivileged In Brazil’s Favelas

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Brazil is not an English-speaking country, and usually, only the upper-middle class is able to afford foreign language courses. But, two young Afro-Brazilians want to change that with the creation of an English course in Brazil’s favelas (Brazilian slums). Around 56 percent of Brazilians identify as Black—the largest population of African descent outside of Africa—yet Black… Continue reading Afro-Brazilians Create An English Course For The Underprivileged In Brazil’s Favelas

 
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