Culture & Lifestyle
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August 4 2016Authentic Food Quest Argentina
Savory steak tenderloin, grilled medium rare. Sweet Dulce De Leche that practically melts on your tongue. Empanadas, full of thick creamy cheese and tasty slices of ham. If there’s a country that knows how to do food, it’s definitely Argentina. ...
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August 1 2016
Tango Pride: The Power of Dance and Diversity
Come view our first Tango Show for the Queer community by BSAS4u Buenos Aires, 15th July - Bsas4u is excited to announce that for...
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June 23 2016
Feria de Mataderos: Gaucho Tradition in Buenos Aires
One of the activities that few tourists know in Buenos Aires, but is highly recommended by all who discover it, is a visit to the Feria de Mataderos. This is the most traditional fair in Buenos Aires and showcases Argentina's gaucho traditions. Each Sunday...
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March 22 2016
What to do During Semana Santa in Buenos Aires
Semana Santa, or Holy Week, takes place the week before Easter and includes the religious holidays of Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Traditions and celebrations vary from country to country in South America, but the general trend is plenty of processions, parties...
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March 15 2016
Easter in Rio de Janeiro
For the Easter holiday, most people in Brazil travel to other cities to enjoy time with friends or family. Do like the Brazilians do and take this opportunity to travel -- come to Rio de Janeiro! From religious processions and restaurant specials to...
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February 11 2016
Mangueira Samba School Claims 2016 Rio Carnival Title
Mangueira Samba School has been crowned the grand champion of the 2016 Rio Carnival after totaling 269.80 points. Paying tribute to the 50-year career of the famous Brazilian pop singer Maria Bethânia, the green and pink laden school was last...
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February 8 2016
Discover the Cultural Heritage of Barranquilla Carnival
One of the most important ingredients of Barranquilla Carnival is the artistic and cultural groups that participate in the parades. They are responsible for safeguarding the tangible and intangible heritage of the celebrations whilst simultaneously creating new traditions that enrich...
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February 3 2016
Essential Guide to Barranquilla Carnival
Want to experience one of the great masterpieces of humanity? Come to Colombia and join the Barranquilla Carnival celebrations.
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February 3 2016
Las Llamadas Bring Uruguay Carnival to Life
It's party time on the streets of Montevideo as Uruguay honours its African roots with the breathtaking Las Llamadas Parades. Learn all about them here.
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January 28 2016
5 Facts About Rio de Janeiro Carnival
Rio de Janeiro Carnival dates back to over a century ago, but the event continues to be one of the most trendy celebrations in the world. Here we present 5 things that you (probably) didn't know about the spectacularly extravagant Rio...
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January 26 2016
Enter the Extravagant World of Rio's Carnival Balls
Carnival in Rio de Janeiro goes far beyond the magnificent parades in the Sambadrome and the hundreds of street parties (blocos) that each attract a huge crowd of revelers. The Marvelous City, as it is known, is paralysed during this...
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January 25 2016
Humahuaca Carnival: A Festival of Traditions and Rituals
Humahuaca Carnival is a celebration of pagan rituals practiced a century ago. We present a rundown of the festival's history, traditions, and cultures.
