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January

Venetur Canaima Camp

Latin America / Venezuela / Bolivar
Venetur Canaima Camp
Venetur Canaima Camp

Canaima National Park is known worldwide as a “Natural World Heritage Site,” where you can enjoy not only the fresh air but also the great beauty of the tepuis (table-top mountains) and waterfalls, especially Angel Falls, the park’s most important tourist attraction.

It’s the perfect place for a pleasant vacation, to escape the daily grind, spend time with your family, and have a unique experience. Venetur Canaima Camp is one of the best-equipped camps in Canaima National Park, boasting the best location.

Venetur Canaima Camp - Restaurant
Venetur Canaima Camp – Restaurant

It’s also the largest and offers the most comfortable facilities, where you’ll receive the best possible service and a warm welcome upon arrival. The camp has an incredible view from its open-air restaurant, as you can see in the next image. This pleasant restaurant, called “Orquídea,” offers both national and international cuisine.

The restaurant is a spectacular churuata (thatched-roof structure) that is very… In keeping with the location, you can savor the most exquisite local cuisine or dishes of your choice.

There’s also a well-stocked bar, all near the lagoon’s edge, allowing you to enjoy the incredible scenery and even dance, especially if there’s an event.

Venetur Canaima Camp - Salto el Sapo
Venetur Canaima Camp – Salto el Sapo

For rest, there are both single and shared rooms, each with a well-maintained bathroom with hot and cold water, a closet for luggage and personal belongings, and air conditioning for added comfort. Room service is also available.

It’s an ideal place where you can not only enjoy excellent lodging and camping but also adventure tourism by visiting “El Salto del Sapo” (The Toad’s Leap) and “El Salto del Hacha” (The Axe’s Leap), whose torrential waters cascade from great heights, inviting peace and meditation. The journey to these waterfalls reveals a different, beautiful, incredible, and pleasant world.

From there, you can also take excursions to various destinations, such as: Isla La Orquídea (Orchid Island), the Pozo de la Felicidad (Well of Happiness), Canaima Lagoon, Yuri Falls, and… Angel Falls, known for having the world’s highest waterfall, can be visited by air (small plane) or land.

The entire tour is conducted with a guide who shares the most emblematic details of the area, the Pemón culture (the native inhabitants), and many of their fascinating stories. If you haven’t ventured far from the city, and you enjoy nature and adventure, we highly recommend visiting this place.

Venetur Canaima Camp - Stay
Venetur Canaima Camp – Stay

For more information, visit:

  • http://www.venezuelatuya.com/hoteles/mostrarhotel.htm?119,Campamento_Venetur_Canaima_
  • [email protected] / [email protected]
  • +58 289-540-2746 / +58 289-540-2747

Azucar Club Cubano

Latin America / Brazil / São Paulo
Azucar Club Cubano
Azucar Club Cubano

The “Azucar Club Cubano” opened in August 2000. The idea stemmed from Latin inspiration, with its vibrant and magnificent Caribbean music, leading to the opening of the first Latin club in São Paulo. To this day, it is recognized for its lively atmosphere and excellent service, where it enjoyed great success and continues to welcome all those who love Latin rhythms.

Among the rhythms played at “Azucar” are Merengue, Salsa, and Cumbia. It’s worth noting that Reggaeton and Bachata were added due to their popularity. All of these genres are provided by top Latin DJs, including Azucar Nelson Noce, Will Rosbon, Daniel Venezuela, and Julio Moracén. Both Brazilians and tourists visit “Azúcar,” so they specify a schedule of Latin rhythms to be played, as customers have different tastes. This way, you can enjoy the musical genre you want to dance to or listen to at the club that day. However, on Fridays and Saturdays, there’s a mix of Latin rhythms since those are the busiest days, marking the start of the weekend.

Photo 1: Azucar Club Cubano
Photo 1: Azucar Club Cubano

Photo 2: Azucar Club Cubano
Photo 2: Azucar Club Cubano

Photo 3: Azucar Club Cubano
Photo 3: Azucar Club Cubano

Photo 4: Azucar Club Cubano
Photo 4: Azucar Club Cubano

They also have a bar where the most popular drinks are rum and tequila, and their cocktails include the Margarita, the Tequila Margarita, and the Mojito, the latter known as the best in all of São Paulo. They also have a varied menu.

Azucar Club Cubano collash
Azucar Club Cubano collash

The club is open to the public from Tuesday to Friday from 7:00 pm and on Saturdays from 8:00 pm, and you can pay with any credit or debit card. For more information:

  • Website: http://www.azucar.com.br/
  • Phone: +55 (11) 3074.3737
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/azucarclubcubano/
  • Instagram: instagram.com/azucarclubcubano

Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Latin America / Colombia /Cali

Located in Cali, Colombia, the artistic company “Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo” has been in business for 12 years. They are dedicated to teaching, presenting, and producing dance shows, boasting a distinguished cast of artists, instructors, and professional dancers in all styles.

Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

The company’s services offer a wide variety of high-quality options, ranging from personalized dance classes to shows featuring over 80 artists on stage.

Photo 1: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 1: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Shows and Performances

Among the most captivating “Salsa and Latin” shows are:

Salsa Viva and Latin Dance: This show includes dances such as Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, Boogaloo, Bolero, Pachanga, Bachata, and Merengue.

“The Majesty of Salsa vs. The Majesty of Tango”:

Here, you can witness the fusion of the joy, energy, and acrobatics of Salsa with the passion and elegance of Tango.

Photo 2: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 2: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Colombia Dances: Here, traditional and joyful Colombian folk dances come together with a fusion of Salsa and Latin dances. You can appreciate the beautiful and colorful typical costumes that bring to life the diverse cultures and dances of Colombia’s regions, taking you on a journey through dances such as cumbia, bambuco, sanjuanero, mapalé, currulao, and others.

Children’s Salsa: This show features children in the learning process who have grown into professional dancers, showcasing their trajectory and international recognition.

Photo 3: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 3: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

It’s worth mentioning that the venue doesn’t just offer Salsa and Latin dances; it also features Tango, Milonga, and Arabic dance shows, Samba, Capoeira, Spanish dances (Pasodoble, Sevillanas, Flamenco Rumba, and a banderilla show), Colombian dances (Cumbia, Bambuco, Sanjuanero, Mapalé, Currulao, among others), and urban shows (Hip Hop, showcasing different styles such as breakdancing, sexy style, popping, locking, dancehall, kromp, and others).

The Dance School offers the opportunity to learn one or more rhythms. You can even combine Salsa and Latin dance classes, Zumba Fitness, Tango, or any other rhythm you desire, whether with a group of friends, family, children of all ages, and there’s even a special program for babies where parents and their little ones share the dance experience and learn the baby’s first steps.

Zumba Fitness and Zumba Toning: This is a fun way to practice Latin rhythms, exercise to stay in shape, learn, and have fun. The team is trained and certified to lead both Zumba classes.

  • Crazy Hour
  • Children’s Entertainment
  • Quinceañera and Wedding Preparations
  • Flash Mob
Photo 4: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 4: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

The Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo Artistic Company is part of the main cast of the Ensálsate Show. They are World Tango Champions, International Champions in choreographic groups, World Salsa Runners-Up, and finalists on the Caracol Television reality show LA PISTA. They have delighted thousands of spectators in Colombia and around the world with performances on seven international cruise ships and tours in countries such as Panama, Cuba, Venezuela, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay, Trinidad and Tobago, Curaçao, Aruba, Korea, Japan, Turkey, Dubai, Cyprus, France, Italy, and Spain.

  • Crazy Hour
  • Children’s Entertainment
  • Quinceañera and Wedding Preparations

Flash Mob Dance schools in Colombia have two specially equipped locations in San Fernando and Ciudad Jardín, with programs for children, youth, adults, foreigners, business groups, family groups, home classes and summer courses.

Photo 5: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 5: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Productions, Works, and Shows

  • “Dance Christmas” Show (2016)
  • “America Dances…Dancing Without Borders” Show (2016)
  • 2nd Comfenalco Valle de la Gente Salsa Encounter (2016)
  • “Colombia Dances” Show (2016)
  • Comfenalco Valle de la Gente International Tango Festival (2014 and 2015)
  • 1st Comfenalco Valle de la Gente Salsa Encounter (2015)
  • “Dances of the World” Show (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015)
  • “Salsa Viva & Latin Dance” Show (2014)
  • “Tango Vivo – Tango Forever” Show (2013, 2014, and 2015) 2015)
  • Show “Her Majesty Salsa vs. Her Majesty Tango” (2014)
  • Show “Oriental Magic” (2015)
  • Show “Merry Christmas” (2014 and 2015).
  • Show “Merry Christmas” (2014 and 2015).
Photo 6: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo
Photo 6: Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Awards and Recognitions

  • World Salsa Championship Runners-Up, Ensemble Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
  • World Salsa Championship Champions, Cabaret Couples Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
  • Fourth Place – World Salsa Championship, Ensemble Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
  • Champions, Cabaret Salsa Team – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Runners-Up, Salsa Team (No Acrobatic) – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Runners-Up, Tango Show Dance – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Champions, Amateur Salsa Couples – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Champions, Cabaret Salsa Couples – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Champions, Stage Tango – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Third Place, Stage Tango – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Professional Solo Champions – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • Professional Same Gender Couple Runners-Up – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
  • International Salsa Champions and Runners-Up at the II Pan American Dance Championship
  • Sports: III Open “Al Ritmo del Cielo” – Santiago de Cali (2016)
  • World Salsa Runners-Up – Santiago de Cali (2014)
  • World Salsa Runners-Up – Quito (2013)
  • World Tango Champions – World Tango Championship (2012)
  • International Choreographic Group Champions (2011)
  • Fourth Place in the World Tango Championship at the Trex Games Busan, Korea (2008)
  • Don Juan del Corral Order of Merit – Gold Category – Mayor’s Office of Medellín (2006). For all these details, we recommend visiting, Participate, learn, and enjoy the services offered by this successful company.
Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo shows
Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo shows

If you would like more information, you can contact them at:

  • Web: http://www.tangovivoysalsaviva.com/quienes-somos.php
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salsavivatangovivo
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/salsavtangov
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salsavivatangovivo/
  • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/salsavivatangovivo
Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo social media
Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo social media

Argentina Tango Salon Festival

Latin America / Argentina / Rio de Plata
Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017
Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017

Tango is a passionate and dramatic dance, characteristic of the Rio de la Plata region and its surrounding areas—primarily the cities of Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Montevideo (Uruguay).

From [Month] 12th to 16th, the Argentina Tango Salon Festival returns for its fourth edition. As one of the most popular festivals in the circuit, it draws over 500 attendees, not only from Buenos Aires and throughout Argentina but also from Europe, Russia, and Asia.

Tango Mas Tango is the company of the moment, renowned for its subtlety and the perfect blend of Tango de Pista (Social Tango) and Stage Tango. The company features six world-class couples, including three World Tango Champions.

The Argentina Tango Salon Festival (ATSF) was envisioned, produced, and directed by Roberto Zuccarino and Magdalena Valdez. It was born out of a desire to provide the Argentine public with a tango festival featuring international stars. These legendary figures and masters come together at ATSF to share their knowledge, legacy, and experience.

Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017 - Show
Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017 – Show

This fourth edition of the festival features:

  • 5 days of classes.
  • 19 masters and 29 workshops.
  • 5 nights of milongas with live traditional orchestras.
  • The premiere of the new show by the Tango Más Tango Company, also directed by Roberto Zuccarino and Magdalena Valdez.

Featured Artists for the 4th Edition:

  • Sebastian Achaval & Roxana Suarez
  • Daniel Nacucchio & Cristina Sosa
  • Jonathan Saavedra & Clarisa Aragon
  • Romina Levin & Leandro Gomez
  • Nuria Lazo & Fede Ibañez
  • Sebastian Arce & Mariana Montes
  • Virginia Pandolfi & Jonatan Aguero
  • Christian Marquez & Virginia Gomez
  • Johana Copes
  • Roberto Zuccarino & Magdalena Valdez

“We look forward to seeing you for five days of the festival—European style, but right here in the City of Tango, Buenos Aires,” says Magdalena Valdez.

For more information regarding class rates and locations, please visit: www.argentinatangosalon.com.ar

Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Latin America / Panama / Panama
Panama Jazz Festival 2017
Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Although our magazine primarily focuses on Latin rhythms like Salsa, Kizomba, and Bachata, our editorial mission also includes promoting both emerging and established artists, as well as the academies and festivals within our scene. We believe these are synonymous with the Latin musical culture that enlivens our very souls.

Jazz is one of the most famous genres in the world, and as it has spread globally, it has evolved into various styles. In the Americas, it gave birth to Latin Jazz, which thrives on the fusion of rhythms and forms originating from Latin music. One of the world’s most renowned celebrations of this genre is the “Panama Jazz Festival,” an acclaimed cultural project where creativity, exchange, talent, and inspiration have made the event an international benchmark.

For its 14th edition (Note: The original text says 4ta/4th, but the 2017 festival was the 14th), the Panama Jazz Festival pays tribute to Violeta Green, whose voice brought a unique tone to Panamanian Jazz. Her career, drive, and spirit of perseverance transcend time and remain part of the musical legacy the festival seeks to share from “the heart of America to the rest of the world.”

Romero Lubambo - Panama Jazz Festival 2017
Romero Lubambo – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Esperanza Spolding - Panama Jazz Festival 2017
Esperanza Spolding – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Bill Dobbins - Panama Jazz Festival 2017
Bill Dobbins – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Many remember Violeta Green for her humility, gentle nature, and versatility across musical languages, including Jazz, Blues, and Calypso—the latter being a quintessential Caribbean style known for its upbeat, catchy rhythm.

With her passion for song and rhythm, Violeta Green was admired for qualities that led her to perform internationally in the United States, Colombia, and Central America. However, in Panama, she is best known for leaving an indelible mark on the music scene by blending Jazz with Calypso to create a truly special sound. This year, the festival is proud to honor her contributions.

This magnificent festival will take place from January 10th to the 14th, turning Panama’s capital into a global jazz stage. This is made possible through the support of the government, private sector, NGOs, and the invaluable passion and loyalty of both local and international audiences.

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Retro Jazz
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Retro Jazz

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Photo 1
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Photo 1

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Photo 2
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Photo 2

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Dianne Reeves
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Dianne Reeves

The festival will feature an illustrious lineup of artists. Confirmed international performers include:

  • Dianne Reeves, Esperanza Spalding, and Romero Lubambo.
  • Bill Dobbins, Terri Lyne Carrington, and John Patitucci.
  • The Electric Guitar Quartet (featuring Adam Rogers and Steve Cardenas).
  • Children of the Light (Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade).
  • The Rony Eytan Quartet (presented by the Embassy of Israel).

Representing Panama, the festival will showcase the talent of Joshue Ashby & C3 Project, Graciela Nuñez and the Black Tea Project, Karla Lamboglia, Omar Díaz, Carlos Agrazal, Luis Carlos Pérez, and Los Beachers.

Additionally, the festival will feature “Retro Jazz,” a group from the Dominican Republic. Their repertoire reimagines popular Dominican songs through the lens of Jazz, Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz, and Funk—combining the elegance of Dominican classics with the harmonic depth and improvisational energy of Jazz.

The festival is the most important annual event organized by the Danilo Pérez Foundation, which uses music as a tool for positive social transformation. As Danilo Pérez says: “I invite you to celebrate with music to create a rhythm that inspires peace, love, and brotherhood.”

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Schedule
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Schedule

Contact Information:

  • Web: http://panamajazzfestival.com/
  • Phone: +507 317-1466
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Panama JazzFesti/?fref=ts
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ panamajazzfestival/
  • Twitter: https://vimeo.com/ panamajazzfestival
  • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/panamajazzfestival
  • Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ panamajazzfestival
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 Flyers
Panama Jazz Festival 2017 Flyers

 

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