The Dragon Boat Festival, also referred to as the Duanwu Festival, is a traditional holiday in China that honors the… Read more »
Culture and Tradition
How to Celebrate Corpus Christi in Brazil
What is Corpus Christi and how do Brazilians celebrate it? From food to ceremonies to parades, learn why this celebration… Read more »
May 5th – International Day of the Portuguese Language
On May 5th we celebrate the International Day of the Portuguese Language and Culture. Established in June 2009 during the 14th CPLP (Community… Read more »
5 Ways to Honor International Women’s Day
Today (March 8), we celebrate International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political successes of… Read more »
Celebrating the Chinese New Year in China
Friday, February 16th, 2018 is Chinese New Year, with this year being the Year of the Dog. If you live… Read more »
Carnaval Traditions to Celebrate at Home
If you can’t be in Rio, SP or Bahia for Carnaval, bring the celebration home with these different Carnaval traditions… Read more »
Brazilian Carnaval: Cool Facts About The Best Party on Earth
It’s finally that time of the year in Brazil: Carnaval!! The biggest party on Earth starts on February 9, and… Read more »
How Athletes and Countries Prepare for the Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics are in a few weeks and the preparations are well underway for opening night. PyeongChang in South… Read more »
How New Year’s Resolutions Vary by Country
January 1 is the start of many people’s resolutions – promises for the New Year to improve themselves in some… Read more »
New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Rio
New Year’s Eve means it is time to party in Rio, the second most populous city in Brazil and the… Read more »
Holiday Wishes and Expressions in Portuguese
Here are some popular Christmas and New Year’s wishes and expressions in Brazilian Portuguese: Feliz Natal! – Merry Christmas! Boas… Read more »
Celebrating Republic Day in Brazil
November 15 is Republic Day in Brazil. We’ll describe the history of this day as well as explore how Brazilians… Read more »
