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American Airlines and BlackAtlas.com Announce Laz Alonso as New Celebrity...

FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — American Airlines, through BlackAtlas.com, is excited to announce actor Laz Alonso as the new travel ambassador of BlackAtlas.com. Alonso will be...

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British Airways Launches New First Class flights from London Gatwick to the...

CRAWLEY, England, August 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –British Airways has announced the introduction of its award-winning, new First class service on four of its popular Caribbean routes from Gatwick this...

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A Capitol Getaway

(BLACK PR WIRE) — If your only knowledge of the Washington, D.C. area comes from watching political news coverage, there’s more to learn. The D.C. area has much to offer travelers of all ages and...

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Eyes on Trinidad & Tobago: “Together We Aspire, Together We Achieve”

TODAY is the National Day of Trinidad and Tobago which commemorates its independence from British rule on August 31, 1962, when the  Union Jack of the United Kingdom was lowered and the Trinidad and...

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Eyes on Brazil: Lindo Maravilhoso! (Slideshow)

  Take a photo journey through Brazil:   ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 21 [Show as slideshow] 12►    

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Carnival Panorama Takes Queens

Revelers and masqueraders won’t have to wait until next February to experience Carnival and Caribbean culture at its finest. If you’re longing for a quick Carib fix, head to “Carnival Panorama:...

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Celebrating South Africa’s Heritage Day with a braai

A few things are sacred to a South African, and a braai is definitely near the top of that list. A braai (rhymes with fry) is the Saffas version of a barbecue – essentially cooking meat over an open...

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Historic Treme in New Orleans celebrates 200 years

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A colorful and musical New Orleans neighborhood is marking the 200th anniversary of its origins as an early melting pot for the city and the nation. Treme is considered one of...

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Ava DuVernay, Independent Filmmaker, Fires Up Black Cinema

LOS ANGELES — The rebirth of black independent film is taking place in a small office in the San Fernando Valley. This is where filmmaker Ava DuVernay and her staff of two operate AaFFRM, the...

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The Best Deals Of The Season, Orlando’s Second Summer

If you’ve found yourself waiting until the very last minute to plan your summer vacation, consider yourself big time lucky. Second Summer, part of Orlando’s… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Summer Travel Guide: The Top 4 Places You Need To Be

Now that you have your duffel bags and travel kits out from Memorial Day weekend, it’s time to start planning your trips for the summer.… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Summer Packing Guide: How To Prepare Your Travel Bag

We know that traveling can be stressful with all of the pre-planning that’s necessary. Don’t let that empty duffel bag in the corner give you… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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5 Vacation Hotspots To Put On Your Bucket List

Trudging through the snow and slush these last couple of months, all I could think about was how warm all the people in the Southern… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Travelistas Head To Antigua and Barbuda

Enjoying the Caribbean islands of Antigua and Barbuda! Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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How To Look Fab While Traveling

All the beauty moves you’ll need to stay hot while you’re away from home on vacation. Read on before you head out, courtesy of shine.com:… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Summer Travel: Barbuda & Beyond

Teri heads to Antigua’s sister island, Barbuda, to discover the frigate bird sanctuary and the pink sand beaches.  She then hits the town to party… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Travelistas Guide To Jet-Setting In Style

Instead of going through the motions during your next trip to the airport, treat it as an experience. Airplanes utilize a runway for take-off and… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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How To Prevent Health Hazards When Traveling

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, most of us are in the process of finalizing our travel plans. Trips are usually spoiled when people don’t… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Hip-Hop and R&B Karaoke Nights

Hip-Hop Karaoke: Every Thursday at The Social. Legendary! Soulbrew Karaoke: Monthly r&b, soul and funk karaoke night. With live backing band. Read more on: Catch a Vibe

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Soulful Nights In London

Groove Lineage / Keep The Faith: Hosts of weekly and monthly neo-soul nights and live performances in Camden. Got Soul: Every Sunday at Juno Bar. With DJs on rotation. Amplified: Alternative soul...

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Live African Music in London

The venues and organisations to check for when looking for live African acts in London: Kemia Bar @ Momo resto: this basement bar plays hosts to intimate gigs by artists from Africa and beyond. Passing...

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Live Jazz & Soul Music in London

 Check out these venues & promoters for the freshest soul and jazz music gigs in the city! Jazz Cafe: Legendary music venue in Camden with an impressive line-up: Eric Benet, Julie Dexter, Raheem De...

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Black Theatre and Comedy in London

Check out these venues & organisations for the latest black theatre and comedy productions: Talawa: Founded 25 years ago, Talawa is one of the most successful black theatre companies in the UK....

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Black Films Screenings in London

Mainstream studio and cinemas are more and more reluctant to produce and distribute black films in the UK. Thankfully, the organisations listed below are doing a great work of bringing Afro-American...

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Mainstream Film Festivals Of Note

As a rule, film festivals have a programme that is quite inclusive, with productions from all over the world. Below are listed the festivals where you will find interesting movies from Africa and the...

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Black Film Festivals in London

Film Festivals are a great opportunity to see independent films that you would never see otherwise. We’re quite lucky that London is home to quite a few, celebrating everything to African,...

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Spoken Word Events in London

For info on spoken word events in London, please refer to these organisations and venues: Apples and Snakes: Promote poets and spoken word events in London in the UK. This should be your first port of...

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Literary Events in London

The following organisations and venues organise literary events around black writing all year long: African Writers evening: Writers from the African diaspora and beyond read excerpts from their books...

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Black Community Organisations in London

The following organisations promote cohesion and learning within the black community through events and workshops. Check their websites and lend them your support. Black History Walks: Walking tours of...

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Dance Venues and Theatre

Check out the programme of these venues for the latest and best dance shows: Sadler’s Wells: The #1 venue dedicated to international dance, from ballet and flamenco to jazz and street dance. They host...

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Dance Companies

Ballet Black: A professional ballet company for international dancers of Black and Asian descent. Their shows (at the Royal Opera House, Bernie Grant Centre, or Arts Depot) always sell out. ADAD: The...

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Museums

Black Cultural Archives: The BCA collects, preserves and celebrates the contributions of Black people to British culture. The BCA is currently working on relocating to a Black Heritage centre in...

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Black Art in London

Artist Wendell McShine Read our article about where to buy African and Caribbean art in London Browse the Arts section in our archives for more features and interviews on Black Art: click here...

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Your Ultimate Travel Guide To New Orleans

New Orleans is one of those southern oases that people gravitate to when they want to vacate, but not travel too far. This city has… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Your Ultimate Travel Guide to Atlanta

With the success of “Love and Hip-Hop: Atlanta,” and a recent trailer popping up of the show “Real Mistresses of Atlanta” the city of Atlanta has been put on… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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5 Ways To Prepare Yourself For A Stress-Free Vacation

It can be easy to get caught up in the stress of every day life, even in the summer. Maybe your family is driving you… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Our Guide To A Solo Vacation In Miami

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7 Relaxing Ways to Enjoy Carnival in Trinidad

Overheard on Facebook: – A 20-something girl telling her friends: “I was like, Dad, you’re like 50 years old! Why are you going to Mardi… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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7 Ways to Enjoy Carnival in Trinidad When You’re a Chilled Out Boomer

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The Top 5 Resorts In Turkey You Need To Visit

Turkey has become a very popular destination for tourists over the last few decades and many of the resorts are now unrecognizable from their origins. Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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The Kilimanjaro Comes Alive

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with ASB Tanzania Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Albwardly Investments, to manage Hyatt Regency Dar Es...

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Curaçao on Sale: Island Slashing Prices on Hotels

Sky-high travel price tags causing you to abandon your jet-setting plans? Curaçao to the rescue with a sizzling island-wide sale on accommodations, tours and activities!  Read more on: Carib News

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WEST PALM BEACH: NEVER OUT OF SEASON

When people consider vacationing in Florida, they often think of Fort Lauderdale’s beaches, Miami’s vibrant nightlife or Orlando’s glut of theme parks. West Palm Beach and greater Palm Beach County –...

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Wanderlusting: 4 ‘Great Gatsby’ Inspired Trips To Take This Summer!

While we’re all still obsessing over the opulence that is “The Great Gatsby,” we decided to inspire your summer travel plans! Must Read: 6 Gatsby-Inspired… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Wanderlusting: 5 Ways To Make Your Vacations More Memorable

Turn your vacation into something you’ll cherish and remember long after you unpack with these simple tips to make your time away more memorable! Must… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Wanderlusting: 4 Fun Suggestions For A Memorial Weekend Staycation

Not heading out of town for memorial weekend? No worries! Instead of longingly trolling your friends timelines, rolling your eyes at their pics, create a… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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Sick Sightseeing: The 7 Top Travel Illnesses

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Wanderlusting: 4 Ways To Fight Jet Lag On Your Next Trip

Jet lag. The dreaded two words that can wreck any vacation. I once spent two of the three days of my vacation in France in… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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WANDERLUSTING: 5 Babymoon Getaways For Expecting Parents!

If you’re preggers and have been reading Wanderlusting and just can’t imagine yourself on vacation while those ankles are swollen and your hormones are raging,… Read more on: Hello Beautiful

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WANDERLUSTING: 7 Great Ways To Save On Travel Costs!

Traveling can get expensive fast. From the flights to the hotels, ground transportation, food, souvenirs to unforeseen emergencies, even the thriftiest traveler can find themselves… Read more on: Hello...

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