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"Imagine a coastal city where every rhythm, texture, and color reveals stories of resilience, creativity, and culture. Come with us on a week-long cultural deep dive into Salvador!"

Artists' Homage pays homage to Salvador's artistic legacy, which has served as the cultural blueprint for many Afro-Brazilian art forms, pop culture trends, spirituality practices, and resistance movements that shape the nation.

• Artists' Homage features a two-day package to AFROPUNK BAHIA, a festival that embodies our love of Afro-Brazilian music and artistry.
• We're focused on connecting local Black communities, cultural workers, entrepreneurs, and creatives with like-minded Black travelers seeking to experience their culture through their lens.

Your Leader

-'Artists Homage' is a one of a kind experience led by The Cultural Blueprint's founder Kathleen 'Kat' Anaza who will accompany participants to every activity.

- Kat is the co-author of Lonely Planet's Brazil Guidebook (13th ed) and a former resident of Salvador, committed to collaborating with Afro-Brazilian communities in Northeastern Brazil.

Your Guides

 Led by the souls that shape 'the culture' - Black local artists, cultural workers, and creatives - we will enjoy the AFROPUNK Bahia festival, then pay homage by diving deep into the art forms, performances, and cultural practices that make this city enigmatic. 

Your Impact

We are collaborating with a Afro-Brazilian owned travel agency and supporting Black local businesses, and communities. We are prioritizing areas of Salvador that traditionally 

receive less tourism. 

Your Role

Dive in open-minded and receptive, ready to be connected, engage, and celebrate.

This is your moment to embrace the rhythm of Salvador and maybe even discover a new rhythm within yourself.

**The Cultural Blueprint wants you & the communities of Salvador to enjoy our impact on the city.**

Thank you for choosing The Cultural Blueprint!

UNDERSTANDING THIS AGREEMENT

· Our Terms & Conditions guide policies shaping the relationship between us, the "service provider," and you, our "client/participant." 

In booking, you consent to our policies and enter into a contractual agreement with The Cultural Blueprint to adhere to the following policies.

· 'The Cultural Blueprint' or 'CBP' will be used interchangeably to refer to The Cultural Blueprint. 

· "Participant" is used to refer to the individual booking our services.

· Transportation or travel services utilized before arrival adhere to their own terms & conditions set out herein, not CBP's.

· During events where CBP's program interacts with third-party operators, participants will also be subject to third-party terms & conditions as well. 

· Participants are subject to the presiding laws of the program location's governing country.

PARTICIPANTS REQUIREMENTS

· Participants must respect local communities and adhere to our Travelers Code of Ethics supplied pre-departure.

· Participants must be over 21 years of age at the time of booking.

· Participants' identification documents must match the information provided when booking.

· Participants are responsible for booking their travel (flights, buses, etc.) to the program's destination. Participants are responsible for meeting the requirements of their travel provider.

· Participants must participate in group orientation before departure or coordinate make-up sessions with CBP's team.

· Participants must complete pre-departure surveys or questionnaires.

Booking & Payments

DEPOSIT

A deposit of $600(USD) is required to secure the service booking. Full payment is due Oct. 22, 2024 (unless another payment plan is agreed is confirmed by CBP in writing). We accept installment payments on the WeTravel platform and full payments via PayPal or Stripe (www.artistshomage.com).

PAYMENTS

· Once you receive your booking request, The Cultural Blueprint will contact the email you provided to begin coordinating your unique journey leading up to our program.

· Bookings made with the installment option will be confirmed in writing to the participant after the initial deposit with the understanding, 

· Bookings made less than 30 days before departure require full payment at the time of booking.

· Late or non-payment of the final installment payment without written communication will cancel the booking. 

ACCOMMODATION

· Accommodations will be automatically booked as single rooms unless other preferences are requested. Shared rooms can be accommodated but must be requested in writing by both parties and confirmed (after verification with the hotel)

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Cancellation by Participant 

· Any booking cancelations must be requested in writing to The Cultural Blueprint (CBP), and the participant must receive acknowledgment of cancellation (from CBP) to void the agreement.

· Security Deposits are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

· Transferring trip packages to another participant is subject to CBP's final approval. 

· Installment payments and paid-in-full balance are refundable per the following policy:

Refunds: 

· 60 days or more before departure: 75% refund, loss of deposit

· 30 days or more before departure: 50% refund, loss of deposit

· 30-15 days or more before departure: 25% refund, loss of deposit

No Refunds: 

· Within 2 weeks (14 days) of the trip start date

· Anytime after the program's start date

· In the event a participant's arrival is delayed, no refunds are issued for missed days

· In the event a participant withdrew before the program's completion.

Cancellation of scheduled events by Third Party Organizers

If a scheduled event (e.g., Afropunk Bahia) is canceled by third-party organizers, CBP will coordinate an equivalent or similar substitute activity in consultation with the travel group. Overall, trip booking and itinerary will remain unchanged.

Cancellation by The Cultural Blueprint:

· CBP will not cancel a booking once confirmed unless unusual or unforeseen circumstances outside of the reasonable control of Cultural Blueprint (i.e., natural disaster, outbreak of war)

· In the event a booking needs to be canceled by CBP (without the participant's fault). The funds the participant has paid for the canceled program will be refunded, or the participant can select a substitute service of equivalent value where such a substitute is reasonably available.

Travel Documentation & Requirements

· Participants are responsible for ensuring they have the required travel documentation to enter the destination country. This includes valid passports, visas, vaccination cards, and other necessary travel documents. CBP can provide guidance on these requirements.

· Participants must notify CBP of medical conditions and accommodation needs (physical & mental) relevant to overall well-being 30 days before departure. (to ensure accommodations can be coordinated).

· Participants are responsible for ensuring they are fit to travel. We encourage participants to follow country-specific guidance determined by the World Health Organization (WHO) or Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) and consult their primary care physician.

· Travel Insurance is highly recommended. Medical and emergency services are not included in package pricing. Participants are responsible for obtaining appropriate coverage. CBP can provide guidance on these requirements.

SAFETY & Liability policies

SAFETY

· The Cultural Blueprint is committed to ensuring the safety and security of its participants during its programs. This includes conducting thorough research on destinations, partnering with reputable local partners, booking secure accommodations, and providing clear safety guidelines. 

· While CBP will strive to minimize risks through carefully designed itineraries and creating emergency response plans, participants must also adhere to safety guidelines and jurisdiction laws. The Cultural Blueprint cannot guarantee absolute safety, but we will take all reasonable measures to protect participants and assist in unforeseen incidents.

· In booking this program, participants acknowledge the inherent risks involved in participating in the tour (environmental, physical) and accept all risks associated with the program.

LIABILITY

· The Cultural Blueprint is committed to facilitating an enjoyable program experience for our participants. If something goes wrong due to our mistake or direct negligence:

· CBP is responsible for any loss or damage a participant sustains. Participants will either be refunded fees (maximum the amount paid for the booking or provide equivalent service for participants at another time.

· In extreme cases (severe injury, death, fraud), CBP's liability extends beyond program costs. 

NOT LIABLE

· CBP is not responsible for any extra costs or losses you may face due to a canceled booking. This includes expenses like visas, vaccinations, non-refundable flights or train tickets, non-refundable car parking, other fees, lost earnings, or loss of enjoyment.

· Once the program has begun, CBP is responsible for organizing suitable alternatives if significant events on the itinerary are not possible or refunded the cost of said event.

· If major unforeseen (i.e., natural disasters, war), CBP may change or cancel any part of the trip as necessary, without any liability to you.

· The Cultural Blueprint is not responsible for participants' loss of personal belongings or baggage due to negligence.

· CBP is not liable for third-party service organizers.

MEDIA RELEASE

Participants consent to release content (photos, images, or videos) The Cultural Blueprint representatives took during the program for CBP's use in their social media, promotional materials, and websites.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PRIVACY

· All content on The Cultural Blueprint's website, social media, and associated pages is the intellectual property of The Cultural Blueprint.

· Participant's sensitive information and data submitted through this platform will adhere to WeTravel's privacy policy https://help.wetravel.com/en/articles/414993-how-does-wetravel-handle-and-protect-my-personal-data

AMENDMENTS

The Cultural Blueprint's Terms & Conditions are subject to change or updates. CBP  reserves the right to amend our Terms & Conditions at any time. The most updated versions are accessible on company websites or provided per written request. 

Arrival in Salvador and transportation to the hotel

Group Introductions & Welcome Dinner

· We will explore Salvador's artisan roots at a historic market where religion, culture, and gastronomy intersect. Then, enjoy a meal of Bahian staples sourced from the market vendors. End the day with a new generation of artisans at a communidade combating marginalization with their creative movements. 

We'll join Afro-Brazilians from across the country for a multigenerational celebration of the diverse soundscapes of Afro-Brazilian music, art, and fashion at AFROPUNK Bahia ( 2-days). 

Enjoy a free day to rest, recover, and reflect as you choose. We offer support and  individualized itinerary coordination to participants who desire it. ( From spiritual ceremonies, massages to beach days) we can help you explore the city on your terms.

 From the Baiana de Acarajé (female acarajé sellers ), we will watch and learn about the generational tradition of preparing acarajé and abará.

Then, from a neighborhood at the epicenter of Black Salvador, we will convene with trailblazing Ilê Aiyê, the Afro-Bloco that ushered in a Black cultural revolution and continues to promote Black consciousness and art.

  We will join a community-rooted brotherhood serving Black youth for a demonstration on the dance-coded martial art, Capoeira, and its cultural impact.

   We will end the day with an Intimate Farewell Dinner.

We will check-out from the hotel and coordinate transportation to the airports for those leaving the city, as well as support any travelers extending in their time in the area.