Tag: Traveling Black Women

My first official solo birthday trip was for my 34th birthday. I ventured to Iceland and had the time of my life. The freedom to explore at my own pace, journal, and listen to my inner thoughts was a game changer for me. Since then, I’ve traveled solo quite a bit. Ten days in Morocco,…
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If you’ve ever looked up at twinkling Christmas lights in another country with a warm drink in your hand and your favorite travel buddy by your side, you already know… Christmas travel hits different. Every December, my mom and I pack our coats, grab our scarves, and head out on our annual mother-daughter holiday trip.…
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If you landed on this page in search of exciting things to do in Tunisia, you have come to the right place! I recently had the pleasure of participating in an amazing culinary press trip hosted by Sawa Taste of Tunisia and funded by USAID. Tunisia was a delightful surprise in more ways than one.…
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If you’re a travel blogger and haven’t attended TBEX yet, you’re missing out on an incredible opportunity to elevate your craft. TBEX is THE travel blogger event you want on your calendar every year. I recently attended my first TBEX North America in Puerto Rico, and it was an experience that left me inspired, connected,…
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Looking for a last minute getaway this summer but worried about the costs? Look no further! We’ve rounded up our top 5 last minute destinations for you to visit this summer. We specifically looked for vibrant cities that not only offer rich cultural experiences, stunning sights, and delicious cuisine, but also come with budget-friendly options…
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Looking for ideas for mother-daughter weekend trips? Consider the California Wine Regions! Napa Valley, renowned for its picturesque vineyards and exquisite wines, became the backdrop for an unforgettable Mother’s Day weekend for my mom and I. Flying in from Newark and Atlanta, respectively, we landed in San Francisco within an hour of each other. I…
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My biggest personal regret was never studying abroad. I made up for it by teaching abroad in Abu Dhabi but it wasn’t until I was working on Adriana K. Smith’s Studying Abroad for Black Women guide for our Travel Guide collection did I realize what it truly was that held me back… Fear. Up until…
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Let’s talk about why teaching abroad is the move for Black women in urban education. Over a decade ago, I found myself completely burnt out from the relentless demands of the American education system. Teaching in Title I schools in the United States, the expectation to take work home was a given, and the high-stakes…
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Let’s talk solo travel for Black women. Have you ever found yourself scrolling through IG, double-tapping on those dreamy travel posts, and thinking, “That looks amazing, but I could never do that alone…” Maybe it’s the fear of sticking out like a sore thumb, dealing with the unpredictable, or just the thought of getting lost…
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Hey Traveling Black Women! Let me tell you about my journey to a place where the heart of Africa beats the loudest – Kenya. My trip, meticulously planned and facilitated by the Magical Kenya Tourism Board, was nothing short of extraordinary. From the bustling streets of Nairobi to the serene landscapes of Samburu and the…
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