Prior to embarking Oceania’s Marina for a 16-day trans-Atlantic cruise, we sated our wanderlust with 48 hours in Rio de ...

Neuma Goncalves, Brazil's "First Lady of Samba," has died at age 78 after helping turn the Rio de Janeiro slum Mangueira into one of the best-loved samba schools at the world-famous Carnival parade.

Lagos, Nigeria—Thousands of young and old descendants of formerly enslaved people donned elaborate costumes Sunday to bring ...

To mark the France-Brazil 2025 season, which takes place in France from April to September, and the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, FRANCE 24's cultural ...

Of course the home of the world's biggest Carnival celebration is going to be a nightlife hotspot. Rio de Janeiro has a ...

The global festival scene is an ever-evolving playground of music, art, and culture. From the neon lights of Las Vegas t ...

As Passover 2025 begins, ultra-Orthodox Jews in Jerusalem prepare for one of the most sacred Jewish holidays, commemorating ...

Both festivals - Mardi Gras in New Orleans or Rio de Janeiro Carnival - fire up bucket lists like few other events around the ...

BECOMING a digital nomad allowed one tutor to swap the rainy streets of the UK for the gorgeous beaches and vibrant culture ...

Herrmann Jr. and Essex County Clerk's Office staff member Dawn Marie Cole were recognized at the county's annual Irish Heritage Celebration on Thursday, March 27. The event, which was held at the ...

When you first hear The phrase "Cinco de Mayo" in Texas, what do you think of? If you answered party Or celebration you're not alone. It’s more than just a reason to party. Every year on May 5th, ...

Four days in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a great amount of time to enjoy local beaches, explore neighborhoods, and see the city from amazing viewpoints.