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From Oslo’s first biennale to a provocative exhibit on the Greek island of Hydra, these art shows offer a dose of culture this summer.

Anyone who has ever flown from the United States to South Africa knows it can be a very long journey, and layovers only make it longer. But United Airlines is hoping to make getting there a bit more seamless with a new direct service.

From the United States to South Korea, these countries have unique ways of observing Independence Day traditions.

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Throughout Africa, young designers are using traditional techniques and local materials to create fresh looks now seen everywhere from your Instagram feed to international runways. Hannah Azieb Pool, the editor of Fashion Cities Africa, introduces us to three of the most creative cities to watch.

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Michaela Trimble talks to Cheraé Robinson, founder of an experiential travel company that is changing people’s perceptions of travel to Africa

Film, design, and (of course) food are just a few of the reasons to travel to Accra.

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How to Dance the Azonto

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Some dispute that okra originates from West Africa but there’s no denying that the word okra is of Western African origin. Okra soup and banku is a traditional recipe from western Africa and is most popular in Ghana. Banku is made from partially-fermented ground maize and grated Cassava. We met the Okra Lady in Mallam Atta market (also known as Malata market). If you want a true local market experience, you’ll find it here. In the three hours we were there we didn’t see any other tourist and you won’t find African masks or other tourist handcrafts at this market.

When I lived and worked in southern Ghana, the Anomabo Beach Resort was my oasis. It’s tucked away on a lovely stretch of beach and it is accessible from the main Cape Coast road. The entrance to the resort is about 90 miles from Accra and less than 10 minutes south of Cape Coast itself. The resort consists of about a dozen little cottages that range in price based on size and whether or not they have electric air conditioners in them. At about 70 dollars a night, the best huts are right on the beach, but you can also rent a tent for less than 20 dollars and it will be set up (with a latern and an air mattress included) for you. Everyone gathers at the gorgeous, beach front restaurant for meals. My favorite dish was the pasta with marinara sauce, but my local friends raved about the banku and tilapia dinners. I highly recommend ordering a bottle of wine and relaxing with friends in one of the many reclining chairs. And if you get up early the next morning, a long walk in either direction will give you amazing views of the sea and the fishermen. Swimming should be done right in front of the resort as the undertow is quite strong and Anomobo hires a lifeguard to look after those of us who may find ourselves a the mercy of the waves. One worry I have about Anomabo is that the force of the surf is getting ever close to the huts. I don’t know how long humans can hold back the water, so go now... before it is too late!