Evelyn Cisneros: The First Hispanic Prima Ballerina
Evelyn Cisneros enchanted audiences for almost 25 years as the prima ballerina of the San Francisco ballet. This amazing dancer with Mexican roots has broken barriers as a female dancer of Spanish-speaking origin. She’s attracted the attention of choreographers and others in many corners of the world with her poetic movements and flawless technique. Keep reading to discover more...Read More
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize
Cockscomb basin wildlife sanctuary in Belize is a pioneer when it comes to the conservation of local wildlife. It’s the world’s first jaguar preserve in the world and stands out for its research projects and contribution to forest preservation. Belize is an attractive destination for travelers who wish to experience the Central American Caribbean. It’s home to a rich...Read More
Yoro, Honduras: The City Where it Rains Fish
Yes, in Yoro, Honduras, it rains fish at least once a year! In this blog post, we are going to learn all about this interesting phenomenon and this amazing department of beautiful Honduras, Yoro. Yoro is so much more than its fish rain—it is a place with hospitable and lovely locals that will go out of their way to make you feel like home. The city also offers delicious food with...Read More
La Cueca: Chile’s ‘Rooster Courtship’ National Dance
As the saying goes: art imitates life, and the dance of la cueca chilena is a perfect example of this. For thousands of years, the human race has found inspiration in nature and turned it into a way of expression—as this Chilean folk dance called la cueca chilena, or only la cueca, shows. Chileans considered the way a rooster looked when courting a hen both appealing and entertaining....Read More
Paraguay’s National Herbal Drink: Tereré
The Paraguayan Tereré drink is so iconic that it was declared intangible cultural heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). There are drinks that our mind relates to good memories and good times providing comfort when we drink them on hard and tiring days—Tereré is one of these drinks. Let’s explore the social and cultural importance of...Read More
Eugenio María de Hostos: Puerto Rico’s Architect of Liberation
In 19th century’s Puerto Rico, there was a man called Eugenio María de Hostos who dreamt of independence and union for his people. This dream still hasn’t come true, but Eugenio María de Hostos’ ideas and work left a legacy of education throughout Latin America. Keep reading to learn more about the life and work of Eugenio María de Hostos, his dream of creating a union of...Read More
Guinea Pig in Ecuador: Favored Pet or Flavored Platter?
Proof of Latin America’s multiculturality and varied heritage is the custom of eating guinea pigs in Ecuador. While other countries see these fluffy creatures as pets, Ecuadorians view them as an exquisite platter that also promises to be healthy and environmentally friendly. Are you ready to explore this one-of-a-kind tradition and history of eating guinea pigs? A family seats together...Read More
The Passionate History of Spain’s Fandango Dance
The Fandango dance is a popular tradition from the Balearic Islands of Spain. This dance is popular in many places including Latin America and the Philippines. Two of the most important places in Fandango history are Veracruz in Mexico and Parana in Brazil. Fandango is a bien de interés cultural (good of cultural interest), a category of Spanish material and intangible heritage. One...Read More
Exploring Colombia’s Extravagant Emerald Production
Emeralds in Colombia date back more than a thousand years. Over time, this stunning green gemstone emerged from lush areas of Colombia. Unfortunately, emeralds from Colombia are also linked to human exploitation and violence. Regardless, the desire to mine this treasure has endured and the emerald industry is thriving. Recently, the emerald industry has changed more than ever....Read More