by Strong Americas | Sep 11, 2026
English is the official language of the Bahamas, reflecting the islands’ history as a British colony until independence in 1973. In everyday speech, most Bahamians use Bahamian Dialect, a form of English that incorporates rhythms, vocabulary, and grammatical...
by Strong Americas | Sep 11, 2026
Venezuela’s calendar of traditions and festivals draws on a blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish influences that varies widely by region. In the western city of Maracaibo, residents mark the Feria de la Chinita each November, a ten-day celebration honoring...
by Strong Americas | Sep 11, 2026
Few countries celebrate as long a carnival season as Uruguay, where festivities stretch across more than forty days from late January into early March, earning recognition as the world’s longest carnival. Montevideo’s celebrations center on candombe, an...
by Strong Americas | Sep 10, 2026
The United States marks Independence Day each July 4, commemorating the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. The holiday is observed nationwide with fireworks displays, parades, backyard barbecues, and civic events, making it one of the...
by Strong Americas | Sep 10, 2026
Trinidad and Tobago’s festival calendar draws on the legacies of African, Indian, and European communities that were brought together through slavery, indenture, and colonial rule, producing a mix of celebrations that is often described as among the most diverse...
