The thought of a solo trip to St. Lucia raises eyebrows given that it is a popular destination for honeymooners. That didn’t stop my quest for a solo adventure to this magical island. The $250 flight deal didn’t hurt either. My dream of eating green banana and sailing to the Pitons mountains while sipping rum…
Category: Travel Stories
The key ingredients to solo travel
I’ll admit it, it takes a special person to hop on a plane, bus or boat on a solo adventure. The thought of it is scary; What the heck will I do alone for the next week or two let alone a month? Who will I have dinner with or even talk to? These are…
Simple ways to save money to travel
The most common question I am asked, “So how do you afford to travel?” My friends got mad jokes so I usually have to make it clear that I don’t have a sugar daddy OR trust fund. My typical response, ‘ummm I save and plan my trips.’ Well duhh….but how? The simplest answer is over…
Getting cultured in Panama City
My last night in Panama City, I had the privilege of meeting up with a collective of Black-American female travelers for dinner; one of the many benefits to being a part of the Nomad*ness Travel Tribe. From Chicago to Atlanta, these women came from all walks of life. During the course of our meal, we…
Cartagena’s street art screams Black girl magic
Cartagena is such a vibrant city with a rich history and unique story. Fascinated by the 16th century plazas, colonial architecture, and caribbean culture, Cartagena has climbed the ranks as one of my favorite cities. The city has a substantial Afro-Colombian population with a strong sensed of black pride and a deep connection to it’s…
Making your travel goals a reality
I was recently asked what advice I’d give to other young women interested in traveling. I paused for a second and reflected on my personal journey. I thought back to the days when I used to fantasize about going on an African safari and exploring the cloud rainforest of Costa Rica. Then my reality kicked…
The day I jumped out of a plane in Namibia
Alright I’ll admit it, I’m a bit of an adrenaline junky. I live for the moments I get to conquer my fears. While this wasn’t my first time skydiving, I was still petrified after boarding the plane. The hell NAW thoughts that crossed my mind as I climbed to a higher elevation were written ALL…
Looking beyond the culture shock of poverty
When I tell colleagues or friends about my travel plans to places like Cambodia or Botswana, more often then not I’m met with a strange look. The immediate follow up question is almost always, “Of all the countries in the world, why would you want to go there? It’s a fair question, why spend over…
3 reasons I envy the rest of the west
When traveling aboard, I find myself in the minority as an American amongst other young international travelers. Running into a young American traveler while aboard is rare; it’s even more of an anomaly to run into American travelers of color; or should I say anybody who looks like me, an African-American woman. There is usually…
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…
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