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"When African Americans Came To Paris"
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| Six Videos By Joanne Burke in partnership with Julia Browne of Walking The Spirit Tours I watched this video "When African Americans Came To Paris" which is an amazing journey through history of the expression of Black culture which spread from Paris to the world. I am a jazz lover so the incredible story of the origins of Jazz Music in Paris and France were an unearthing of Jazz history. Even some jazz aficionados were unaware of this little known rich Jazz Heritage. Julia Browne of Walking The Spirit Tours "Black Paris & Beyond" commented that on a recent visit to Normandy, the locals thanked the Black tour group for their contribution of Jazz to France. They appreciate that African Americans brought Jazz music to France and they have not forgotten it. The history of the African American experience in Paris is a historical journey that is must be shared by everyone. I encourage you to give this DVD to friends and family. |
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Listen to our African Diaspora Today radio interview on Sat., Dec. 15, 2012 from 2 - 4 pm CST with Host Dr. Carol Adams, President of DuSable Museum of African American History and Co - Host Janice Temple of The Skychi Travel Guide as we explore African American culture in Paris with guests Julia Browne of Walking The Spirit Tours and Jazz Legend Kahil El'Zabar. We will chat live with Shola, a Walking The Spirit Tour Guide and Singer who resides in Paris on African Diaspora Today's facebook page during the interview.
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5 Ways To Immerse Yourself In Local Culture
In January 2012, I attended the Chicago Travel & Adventure where Rick Steves gave a presentation on how to play games to immerse yourself in local culture.
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| Chicago Travel & Adventure show |
One game was to ask a local strangers for advice and simply do what they recommend to you.
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| Rick Steves Presentation at Chicago Travel & Adventure Show |
1. What is a good restaurant nearby?
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| Rick Steves Presentation at Chicago Travel & Adventure Show |
2. What are the best dishes at that restaurant?
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| Rick Steves Presentation at Chicago Travel & Adventure Show |
3. Where should I go sightseeing?
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| Rick Steves Presentation at Chicago Travel & Adventure Show |
4. What is the best way for me to get around town?
5. What must I see while I am here?
This forces you to interact with locals and visit their country from their point of view. There is very little planning on your part, you allow locals to plan your trip for you by engaging them in conversation.
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