As Black travelers, finding destinations where you feel welcomed and can truly let your guard down to relax can be a challenge. Fortunately, the United States offers several hidden gems that are famous for their open and welcoming nature toward…
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6 New Hotels Perfect for Your Honeymoon or Babymoon
If you just got hitched or are planning a babymoon to celebrate the arrival of your bundle of joy, indulging in a celebratory vacation is one of the best ways to relax and recharge before your next chapter begins. Whether…
Read MoreGabrielle Union Finds Healing and Joy While Celebrating Her 50th Birthday in Africa
What began as a personal trip for family and friends to celebrate her milestone 50th birthday in Africa, turned into an opportunity to share a profound moment of healing and joy for Gabrielle Union. Her two-part BET special Gabrielle Union:…
Read More5 Global Family-Friendly Destinations Perfect for Your Summer Vacation Plans
Warm weather has arrived. School is out and the kids are in need of a new adventure. Parents are ready to get away, too–it’s time to take advantage of that PTO. What better way to bring the family together for…
Read MoreWanderlust: ‘The Mom Trotter’ Shares Why Peru Stole Her Family’s Heart
Karen Akpan (aka “the Mom Trotter”), her husband Sylvester and her 10-year-old son Aiden have navigated 46 countries together. As one of the top travel influencers for family travel—showing moms everywhere how to travel with young children, Karen earned her…
Read MoreNew App Inspired by the ‘Greenbook’ Aims to Connect the Diaspora
The historic Negro Motorist Greenbook once served as a guide to help Black travelers safely move about the country during Jim Crow and other eras when our kind weren’t welcomed in certain towns or cities. Businessmen, politicians, celebrities and more…
Read MoreThe Black Traveler’s Guide to Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech, Morocco is a must-visit destination, known for its unmistakable beauty and charm. A thriving cultural hub, the North African city combines the old and new, as stunning architecture and preserved history can be found at every turn. The famed Red…
Read MoreTraveling While Noire: How to Spend 24-Hours Exploring Durham, North Carolina’s Cultural Black Spots and Establishments
Durham, North Carolina is a city filled with a rich, Black history. Also dubbed as the “Bull City,” the North Carolina destination is a great option for those who love to delve deep in culture. From a recent James Beard…
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