I can’t lie, I was today years old when I learned how to pronounce Curacao. (For those who are still unsure, its Kur-uh-saw.) Curacao is located in the southern Caribbean sea just 40 miles off the coast of Venezuela. I fell in love with this quaint island. I was attracted to Curacao’s laid back vibe….
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Highlights of Ghana’s Cape Coast
Ghana has always peaked my curiosity. From the slave trade to the Pan-African movement of the 1960s, I knew I’d find myself on the shores of the Gold Coast. As a child of the diaspora, the slave dungeons have always been my direct connection to the continent. Here is what I found to be most profound…
3 things to do in Sydney on a budget
I held off on travel to Australia for a long time because of cost. I discovered an excellent flight deal to Sydney and couldn’t pass up the opportunity. While the cost of food and alcohol was a major culture shock, I was determined stretch my dollars even if it meant eating at Subway a couple…
Where to travel after graduation
Graduation season is in full effect and so should your travel plans. My biggest regret after finishing college was turning down an opportunity to travel to Bahia, Brazil and study Portuguese and Afro-Brazilian culture. I know I know, that decision still hunts me til this day. I’ve learned that jobs and career will always be…
London Uncovered
London is one of those cities that everyone wants to visit, and for good reason. It’s a microcosm of the world so it’s easy to find your own lane. There is lots to see and do but be careful not to break the bank exploring this great city.
Why Durban is a Must See: The Golden Mile Beach
The last thing I expected to find in South Africa was bomb indian food but to my surprise, I fell in love with more than just the beach in Durban. If you like ethnic food, mild weather, and beautiful beaches then you should definitely add this cosmopolitan city to your list. Make sure its carb…
Life lessons from kids of the Shalati Village: South Africa
After three days in South Africa, I was finally making my way to a rural village. I had camped in the Bush the night before with local Shangaan people; probably the most adventurist thing I had done at that point in my life. I was ready to have some fun. On the drive up to…
5 Things I loved about Seattle
First and foremost, Seattle is such an amazingly vibrant city with so much life! I remember riding on light rail train from the airport and being mesmerized by all the green trees and water, yes the water! Aside from the daily rain showers, there is plenty of water ways throughout the city giving it so…
Tulipmania!
Yup, that’s right; you don’t have to travel to Europe to see beautiful tulips my friends! This spring I had the pleasure of attending the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Mount Vernon, Washington. I just remember being so excited to see this natural wonder. I’d seen travel magazines and buzzfeed articles of the top places/things…
Cultural Pursuits: Trinidad & Tobago
I left the country for the first time following my freshmen year of college. The summer of 2006, I packed my bags and headed to the twin island country of Trinidad and Tobago. While my peers were thrilled to study aboard in Europe; the West Indies was calling me. Beyond learning more about the African…
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