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“Running along the southeastern coast of the U.S. are the Sea Islands, a chain of over 100 tidal and barrier islands spanning from Florida to North Carolina. The marshy region is also home to the Gullah Geechee Corridor, a 12,000-square-mile National Heritage Area — the cultural homeland of the Gullah Geechee people, descendants of enslaved
“We sat down with Aria Sa’id, Co-founder and Executive Director of the Transgender District, to talk about what the district represents to San Francisco’s trans community, and their work in helping other trans communities protect their heritage.” To read on, click here.
“Afro-Ecuadorians make up about seven to 10 % of the country’s population, but their impact on Ecuador’s food, music and traditions is undeniable.” To read on, click here.
“More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book was quite literally a lifesaver for Black people navigating America’s roadways during Jim Crow. Published between 1936 and 1967, the guide cataloged hotels, rest stops, diners, clubs, and resorts that could be trusted as welcoming safe havens for Black travelers.” To read on, click
“During the 2020 Super Bowl, viewers were dazzled with a halftime show that placed Latin rhythms front and center, with pop stars Jennifer Lopez and Shakira performing as headliners. Many of Shakira’s backup dancers hailed from her hometown of Barranquilla, Colombia, and their choreography borrowed moves from a popular Afro-Colombian dance style called champeta.”
“Figuring out how to navigate from Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido can be an issue, with travelers often receiving conflicting information on how to close the roughly 162-mile (260-kilometer) gap. Here are different options for traveling from one city to another.” To read on, click here. Art by Julia Wytrazek for Culture Trip
“Colombian cuisine extends far beyond the empanadas and arepas you’ll commonly find sold on the streets. Nowhere is this more clear than in the colonial city of Cartagena, where innovative chefs combine traditional Colombian and Caribbean flavors with Peruvian, Italian, Spanish, and Asian influences – making for an ever-evolving gastronomical scene that keeps local chefs on
“Oaxaca holds a unique blend of traditional and modern influences, with crumbling colonial architecture alongside art, cuisine, and archeological ruins that pay homage to the city’s pre-Hispanic past. It’s these curious contradictions that make Oaxaca stand out as a favorite destination in Mexico. Here’s what to see and do when you’re in town.”
“Boring simply doesn’t exist in Oaxaca. Every corner of this Mexican city reveals vibrant street murals, inventive cuisine, and spontaneous parades that delight the senses. Here’s your ultimate guide.” To read on, click here.
“Mexican textiles have a rich history, dating back to at least 1400 BCE. In pre-Hispanic times, common fibers used included those from yucca, palm, and maguey plants as well as cotton in the warm valleys of the south.” To read on, click here.