I feel like it wouldn’t be right for me to remain silent during a time like now. If you love traveling like me then these are really hard times for us! Borders are closing, citizens are stuck in foreign countries, trips are being canceled, people are being hospitalized, and quarantines are being instituted because of … More COVID-19: What Do I Do Now?
When I was in kindergarten, one of the other students in my class refused to hold my hand nor talk to me because of the texture of my hair and the color of my skin. This was the day that changed my life and influenced my perspective on everything. After class, I told my mom … More I Learned More About Myself in 30 days Than My Whole Life
As a black woman, I was tired. I was tired of explaining myself, people touching my hair, being disrespected, feeling vulnerable, unappreciated, fighting everything that was set up against me, struggling to break the glass ceiling and trying to bring my brothers and sisters with me. I needed something to renew my spirit so I … More Year of the Return
Before I went to Egypt, my whole vibe and energy was off. My mind, body, and soul wasn’t aligned. I felt like something in my life was missing and I couldn’t figure it out. I’m another millennial with a nine to five job, but knew quitting wouldn’t solve anything (quitting for me would actually create … More Visiting Egypt Helped Me Reconnect With Myself
I recently took a trip to Mexico and no I didn’t go to Cancun or Playa del Carmen, I actually went to Mexico City! (CDMX) The thoughts running to your head are probably earthquakes, cartel, and what would I even do there. But it’s actually a wonderful city with lots to do and see. I’m … More Mexico City Adventure
It was my last spring break of graduate school and I needed somewhere cheap to go. My funds were critical because I was planning my big graduation trip (which I’m SO excited for and because student loans love to kill my vibe). So after a few searches, Mexico City became my new destination. 1 week … More Learning to Let Go of My Fears
Ever since I was in London and cut off all my hair, a new problem joined my life. What do I do with my hair? How do I do my hair? Is this cute/”ethnic?” or just stupid? I did the super big big chop (went bald) and have never been natural before this. I didn’t … More Kinky Hair Travels
It’s funny when people ask me “How do you do it, aren’t you tired?” Or my other favorite response is “Woah I could never!” To all the people who bless me with their questions and comments: Are your comments supposed to reassure me? Because sometimes they’re like an annoying smack in the face. I’m sorry … More How to Work and Travel on a Budget
Yes, this is a thing. Yes it is a bittersweet experience, but I will always be proud and love the color of my skin. Traveling with brown skin is interesting because you never know what to expect. For those of you who don’t understand me, let me put it into perspective. Say you want to … More Traveling With Brown Skin
Solo Route Once my train took off, that was the moment I realized that I didn’t know if I would make it back to London. This was my first solo trip and I was freaking out for every moment of it. My destination was the Birling Gap and I was determined to complete the two … More Cliffs of Dover
