Atlantic Station, Atlanta Christmas Shopping

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Happy Holidays fam! How are you Celebrating!

[@nakitatillis2715]

My family hasn't celebrated Christmas since my grandmother died in 2004. The whole family broke apart a day after her funeral and it's been a fast downward spiral since then. 😢

[@mercyln9090]

Great to see your smile is back Lynn AT❤❤🎉🎉

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Oh noo

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Thank you 😊

[@olendabright7857]

Engineers drive train. Conductor assists in passenger areas

[@QuestionEverything-qp6kw]

Is it just me or did anyone else wish AT had a knowledgeable guide to take her around and answer questions she had about the place she was visiting? Thanks for the video, it was good to Know a little bit of Kenya is in America.

[@BeeBee-wu1fz]

You're in Atlanta? WOW THAT'S FANTASTIC. The US should be decorated everywhere, my daughter went to Chicago and rode the Christmas train and bus, she and her cousins had a ball. I'll be there from Tanzania but the holidays will be over by then.

[@GHANAFUNTUBE]

Happy holidays hun. Hope you have wonderful festive season

[@FredNaija]

Hello African Tigress! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in Advance 🎉🎁🎄

[@NaturallyNozi]

Welcome back to Atlanta! I sent you a message on IG (via your story). Would love to show you around Atlanta. There are so many amazing places to see and experience all around the metro. Also, Typically on NYE stores close early, many people attend Christmas Eve Services, or stay indoors and spend time with family and friends. On Christmas day, most places are closed. As far as tree lighting, there are many Christmas tree lightings instead of just one. People usually will go to the one thats nearest to them or in one of their favorite downtown areas or entertainment hubs. Most suburbs in Atlanta have their own downtown area and/or shopping/entertainment hub. They are all unique and represent the vibe of that suburb or Atlanta neighborhood. Atlantic Station is in the Midtown neighborhood of Atlanta.

[@janehaines417]

Americans will NEVER BOYCOTT CHRISTMAS. Everyone one goes nuts!! In my State Shopping has been going on as Usual if not more. Remember some people Shop all year

[@eleisha5054]

Also on line😊

[@kimberlygila]

Hello lynn and happy holidays and nice walking around nice shopping mall and the pizza looked good and yes most store stores and businesses are closed and day after Christmas the people are back at malls lol 😆 happy holidays

[@xenawarriorkween3274]

@africantigress there is also a peach drop ceremony for New Years if you’re still in Atlanta

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Where in ATL

[@xenawarriorkween3274]

@ at the old Underground Mall downtown on Peachtree

[@jacquelinemadoo2616]

You look very beautiful in your green sweater. Blessings for a lovely day. 🎉❤❤

[@BeeBee-wu1fz]

You should have let me know you were going to Atlanta, I know most of the southern Midwest and Eastern states and could have shown you around anywhere. I'm so excited that you're there, HAVE FUN & HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS. Still in Tanzania 3+ years now.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Wow how is the experience so far?

[@onikaconstantine8861]

It's so beautiful! I love Christmas!💗💕🎄🎅🎁☃️

[@misstrinialicia643]

You really had a wonderful festive season all the best in this new year ❤🇹🇹

[@Itsme_cyndi]

There are tree lighting in most of the towns in their city centers. Also Atlantic Station does have a tree lighting and parade. That was the tree that is lit.

[@gacaptain]

Atlantic Station is not the biggest shopping area in Atlanta. People like me love to go there to vibe, eat at the restaurants and for entertainment but you will find far more stores and shopping at Lenox Square, Perimeter Mall, Avalon or some of the other malls. One very big reason you don’t see as many people shopping as you used to is Amazon and other online shopping. Alot of gifts are ordered online at home and delivered right to people’s doorstep.

[@yvonnemascoll356]

Merry Christmas African Tigress 🎉🎁🎊🎈❤️🇻🇨

[@FoxyRoxy2326]

@african tigress, every State in the US is different, so you shouldn’t be saying America is a certain way, you generalize too much. Each State is so different, and everyone definitely does not have a car in the US. In places like Georgia, a lot of people have vehicles because public transportation is not as accessible like cities like NY, Chicago, DC. In these cities, many people take public transportation and don’t even own vehicles. And even if you own a vehicle in NY, many of us don’t drive into the city, because there is too much traffic and limited parking. The tree in NY is at Rockefeller Center not Madison Sq Garden. In terms of shopping, many people shopped on-line. I bought everything on-line this Christmas. Also, the conductor does not drive the train. Just some tidbits to clarify some things you said.

[@gacaptain]

African Tigress. You are right about Wells Fargo. It started as a money transport and security company back in the American Old West. They used to have armed stage coaches that would transport gold from California to banks all over America. They also operate a very popular armored truck business. It wasn't until fairly recent that they became very popular in personal banking as well.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Oh Woow! They do transportation and security in Kenya

[@Benji_1]

Wells Fargo operated in various parts of the world, mainly as a Security company. I'm from TnT 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹 and the Company once operated here.

[@gacaptain]

@@Benji_1 Yes they have expanded from America to the rest of the world.

[@TonnyOkello]

Merry Christmas Amera. People shop online now . Amazon delivery 🚚 drivers are the busy ones

[@HRstar1078]

No, we will never boycott Christmas. We love Christmas (most). Although a lot of people in the U.S. drive, many in urban cities like New York City, DC, Chicago etc., walk, jog or take the bus & subway. Many in the City give up their car in lieu of public transportation or walking when we can.Visit the Rockefeller Christmas tree in NYC when you get an opportunity.

[@KC-ed1dj]

They definitely aren't boycotting Xmas in NYC this year. I am here. Streets have been packed with locals and tourists. Stores are full.of people. Hardly could see the people skating in Rockefeller Center for all the crowds.

[@amberice7383]

I’m visiting New York also. It feels like the whole world is here. Packed everywhere.

[@Icil879]

I don't do christmas but just want to say I'm happy to see you striving despite your lost of bag. You have have a great spirit. 🎉🎉🎉Have on your new adventures in Atlanta.

[@MeccaMakeba]

African Tigres is with her King.

[@tari2073]

That'd be lovely; so she moved for ❤

[@xenawarriorkween3274]

As far as the Tree Lighting ceremony, yea there used to be one when we had a Rich’s store if I recall and they did it at Lenox Mall

[@michaelomuse]

wow VIVO from KENYA to the world big up KENYA the pride of AFRICA

[@gacaptain]

I love Atlantic Station. It opened in 2005 and I had a small part in getting it built. I've been to the Vivo store there. But believe me. Atlantic Station is not the liveliest part of Atlanta. That would be the East Beltline from Ponce City Market all the way up to Krog Street Market. Trust me. That is where everybody in Atlanta hangs out now. Especially on a nice day. I would recommend making that walk from PCM to KSM on the Beltline or you can rent an e bike or scooter and ride it.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Thanks for the tips! I'll check out the East Beltline next time.

[@eddachelangat8999]

Merry Christmas too

[@junioralford583]

Merry Christmas AT !!

[@CarinRuff]

We've been scaling back over the years because there are no longer children in the family and we feel like we have enough stuff, but definitely not boycotting! Most of my friends have been doing more cooking, gathering for parties, baking for each other, etc., rather than shopping.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

That makes sense! Happy holidays to you and your family and friends

[@1Unique_Architect]

Atlantic station was not crowded because it is outdoors and its cold outside. Also Atlantic station is very nice but not as many stores as the other malls. Enjoy yourself. It was extremely busy at Lenox mall, Perimeter Mall, and North point mall. Lenox mall was a madhouse.

[@ItsLadyZV]

🎄Happy Holidays welcome to Georgia baby!!!!!

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Thanks Lady

[@africarain8294]

Happy Holiday Niece i will watch lata

[@kaswosky]

No connection btn the 2 wells Fargos, i thought the same when I came to the US.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Oh really

[@antig1952]

There are many free things in America in every city for all ages.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

What is free?

[@DB99277]

❤Happy Holidays In these “Divided States “, every state is different. Please don’t make generalizations ✌🏿✨

[@rosolindm6231]

AT girl you really good,like your outfit your wearing to beat the cold Bebsaf my dear.❤❤

[@jonesagatha]

I’m surprised. Where are the people? Is this the heart of Atlanta? It’s very quiet for Christmas Eve. Enjoy your videos. Sorry about your baggage getting lost. 😞

[@vernabar7093]

On Christmas eve here in the USA the malls close early regularly they close at 10pm

[@Lifewithniya3685]

Atlanta has a subway system called MARTA.

[@angelajones8609]

Malls are scanty in Trinidad also; not much shopping going on 😲

[@StylleFiles13]

🤔Which mall did you visit that was scanty in Trinidad? I passed by and visited several malls where the car parks and inside were filled with shoppers even on Boxing Day.

[@robinjoseph1884]

The tree lighting is a New York thing may be Pennsylvania and Chicago. I don’t know about California.

[@AbdirisaaqMuhumad-e6j]

Keep going pro

[@rickpatterson9667]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 my sister,Christmas in America is not celebrated like in common wealth country. It’s all commercialized.

[@BROTHAWARRIOR]

🕊️❤️AT nation.

[@humphreymartin5510]

Typically, Americans spend christmas with their family. opening presents, having a family meal, along with maybe visiting with friends. Usually most stores are closed on Christmas Day, so there are not as many people on the streets as there are on a normal day!!

[@trueserenityone]

A lot has changed over the course of several years in regard to celebrating American holidays in general. Every state is different and some people no longer believe in celebrating these holidays. Our economy plays a big role and imo covid changed a lot.

[@whz366]

Nobody is boycotting. World economies and local economies are not good so fewere people are out shoppingi this year. Also many people are shopping online .

[@rickpatterson9667]

Are you still in Missouri? Hope you get a chance to visit Washington DC

[@magdaleinek9518]

Did you get your bags AT?

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Unfortunately not yet

[@magdaleinek9518]

😒🤦 that is so disappointing of the airline. They should do better 😤

[@jasonforsythe9851]

It seems online shopping is taking over these days . 😆

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

I agree! It is a lot more convenient.

[@anneotieno2153]

People stay in the house on Christmas day

[@kongo289]

Did you move to america to live as an immigrant for good or just for few years ?

[@calvinfletcher1162]

They are SHOPPING ONLINE these days not like the old days

[@rickpatterson9667]

Hopefully 🙏 you got your suitcase by now.

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Unfortunately not yet and no response

[@rickpatterson9667]

@ that’s ashamed,I hope you sue them.

[@rickpatterson9667]

@ Are you still in Missouri?

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

@ no dear

[@calvinfletcher1162]

They can AFFORD CARS

[@iMilitaryCompass]

What are you even saying?! Americans always stay indoors during Christmas festivities! Most businesses are closed! There’s nothing like boycotting

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

I didn’t say that, comments on my previous videos suggested that

[@BROTHAWARRIOR]

Some American citizens have indeed intentionally boycotted

[@BeTheChange-d5h]

@@AFRICANTIGRESS Your initial message was clear AT. I know that the minimal shopping and store window gazing, is happening in the midwest and the western states( many cities) So yes it's slow. Also, many folks shopped online this year. Even big name celebrities promoted their special things online this year, unlike promotion on TV shows in collaboration with huge offline businesses. So I understand what you're experiencing. Your interviews and observations for a first time experiece are on point. Love you videos. 🎄

[@sarahcovintong1699]

💯 let me say this Tigris here in America we love our country that's why we call it America the beautiful simply because we have to pay to upkeep it we have to pay to have the activities is not free 🆓 we have to pay the people that operate the activities so we can have more to enjoy 👌😉 because they don't want to work for free and we thank the Lord that😃 we can afford transportation and have a choice of😊 transportation what we want and also😂 and we can afford here in America what we want to drive we can live in the city or in the country so👍💓 please stop complain in comparing because other countries they got potholes everywhere you always been nitpicking nitpicking when it comes to America 🇺🇲 another countries you Nick picking Nick picking but you want a home in 😂 America and you love the food 😋you love them collard😉👍 red velvet cake and collard greens you love that pizza 🍕 😋 🇺🇲❣️🥰🥰🥳💯👍😉💓 So come on board and love our America 🇺🇲 right along with the rest of us black people everyone else can claim their countries but they have a problem when WE claim our country 🙄🤔 America what is wrong with that picture 🧐🤔 cuz I love my country🥰 America 🇺🇲 and I love the🌹💞 motherland too mother Africa 🌹🌍 Land that we all love☺️👏 Africa we as black Americans we were sold out but we have love 💕 so I'm saying this give Africa 🌹 💞 some time and it will have pavement to walkways 2 give Africa 🌹💞 a chance to catch up let's stop complaining so much in comparing so much it don't sound cute stop the hate it don't look good on😂 you 👌😉 you ain't the only one that's jealous of America 🇺🇲❣️ but all want to stay here and move here in America 🇺🇲❣️ love you❤💯 I'm just saying Justs speaking my truth no harm no shade 😉👌💞💞💞💞💞💞💞 enjoy your stay 💕

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

First, let’s talk about comparisons-I always compare! It’s something I do in every country I visit, not just America. I point out the similarities and differences for perspective. For instance, collard greens here remind me of sukuma wiki back home, and I absolutely love that connection. I enjoy oxtail, salmon, and collard greens in the U.S., though I’m not the biggest fan of cake and pizza. Sharing these details isn’t nitpicking-it’s exploring culture through everyday life. As for complaining, I do try to keep it real. If something doesn’t work or feels off, I mention it because that’s part of the experience. But my intent is never to focus solely on negatives-every country, including America, has its pros and cons. Lastly, I’m not looking for a home in America. My content is about exploring, learning, and sharing honest experiences. I hope that clears things up and gives you a better understanding of my perspective. Mind mentioning anything I complained about in this episode?

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

I think you might misunderstand where I’m coming from. Some people expect me to be flabbergasted just by being in America, but that’s not my reality. I’ve traveled to over 60 countries, and at this point, very little shocks or excites me like it used to. This isn’t my first, second, or even third time here. I’ve been to the U.S. before, long before I was a KZbinr-back when I had nothing and was just a student. Even back then, people were shocked that I didn’t try to stay and “look for papers.” But I made the choice to leave, even when my circumstances were tough. If I didn’t stay then, why would I stay now? I get that you might feel I’m comparing America to other places, but I’m not doing it to criticize. It’s about providing perspective. A lot of people who watch me have never been to the countries I’ve visited, or even to America, for that matter. My experiences help paint a broader picture of the world, so viewers can see beyond where they are now. It’s not about saying one place is better than another-it’s about showing the diversity of opportunities, challenges, and lifestyles out there. To be clear, I respect and appreciate America. It has provided incredible opportunities for my friends and family, and I’ve made some amazing friends here too. I don’t understand how someone born and raised in the U.S. could completely hate it-unless they haven’t experienced life and its challenges in other countries. There’s a privilege in being here that might not always be obvious if it’s all you’ve known. That said, America isn’t where I see myself living . It’s not about dislike or jealousy; it simply doesn’t align with my goals or aspirations in life. And that’s okay. Just like how Kenya, Europe, or Australia might not suit your goals, we each have different paths. As for visiting, I think it’s wonderful to explore the world and experience different cultures. America is a place I’ll always be able to visit when I want, but living here just isn’t part of my vision. By the way, you mentioned "Nick picking," and I’m not entirely sure what it means-it must be American English /slang. Either way, I hope this clarifies my perspective.

[@sarahcovintong1699]

🇺🇲💓💭 Tigris I saw your videos and I saw your expression on how you felt about America 🇺🇲❣️ I spoke my peace and I know how you feel about America and all the rest of everybody that says negative things about my country but yet they love the lifestyle it's like none other😂 and I feel like you just like them you want to live here too but you don't really like us as Americans that's the truth and it's my truth I pay close attention to people and how they express themselves when they speak and I saw your expression and I heard what you said when you were in Florida and elsewhere else about America 🇺🇲 so that's my peace and it's my truth go back and watch your own videos😉👍🤔 and I love you as a African 💕 sister but it does not change my mind about how you feel about America we as black African Americans if it had not been for us and the price that we pay y'all wouldn't have the opportunity to come here in America 🇺🇲❣️ we pay the price we had the hoses put on us we paid the price and what did we get in exchange the disrespect we owe no one nothing but to love them if it had not been for us and in the history But it's the way you express yourself when you went into that store that was real and exactly what I'm talking about the store is here in America like we need another store nothing like we never saw before nothing no different and you didn't buy nothing you love the store so much you didn't buy☺️ anything why cuz it will be bought here in America 🇺🇲❣️✅ it's your choice there I spoke my peace enjoy America 🇺🇲❣️

[@berthekabwe871]

​@@sarahcovintong1699you need to work on your unconscious biases. You were watching carefully for anything that you deemed "negativity" to validate your biases toward "they" that you keep mentioning which I assume are "Africans". You are projecting your feelings toward a group of people that you implied should be grateful at all costs for setting foot in America correct? "They" should not compare and complain simply because "they"are in America?? My question to you is ain't you tired of these negativity that you are carrying in your heart? Seriously though, if you feel somehow about African Tigress and her "people" why bother watch her channel??🤦🏽‍♀️🤷🏿‍♀️

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Be grateful for setting foot in America?” Did America purchase my ticket or pay for my accommodation? This is exactly the kind of energy some of you give, but then you complain when Africans gravitate to other races. You claim to love Africa and Africans, yet your words and actions are divisive. This platform is not the place for that. You’re quick to judge based on your own prejudices. If I were white, you wouldn’t have said any of this. It’s the double standards for me. Have you seen the disrespectful videos some American travel creators make in other countries? Do you call them out on it the same way? I don’t need this kind of negative, divisive energy here. If you don’t like my content, just move on. Simple as that.

[@weslinepierre4196]

Next time go to gorgetown

[@dbow1957]

Hello my sista greetings one question if one wanted to apply for citizenship in Africa how would one go about it

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

It depends on the country

[@dbow1957]

Who would you apply to/ through what language do they speak in Burkina Faso

[@dbow1957]

Ghana maybe

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

Burkina speak French

[@PapBob-jg7rd]

@@dbow1957 The world is multi-lingual like in US you have the option to take high school Spanish, French etc depending on state .

[@Sir_John001]

Did you permanently relocate to the US?, if yes could you please share with me the visa you used, I'll really appreciate. Keep up the good work.

[@incbluesail3080]

Please dont use that song at the bigging of the video.. wastes our time

[@AFRICANTIGRESS]

What is bigging?