Black & Solo Travel

26/05/2026

Happy Africa Day!

On May 25, 1963, leaders from 32 independent African nations met in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to sign the OAU Charter. Their primary goal was to encourage decolonization and promote cooperation across the continent. This was such an important move as many African countries had just received independence from Colonial rule & others were still fighting.

This post was is inspired by a post from fellow Africa traveler . I love seeing other creators highlight and educate about our Motherland. Visiting the Continent changed my life & expanded my passion for connection through travel and culture.

What has traveling in Africa done for you?

And for everyone…what countries are on your Africa travel bucketlist?

Comment below!

23/05/2026

It’s safe to say that Black culture and travel are two of my favorite things — so when I found myself with 48 hours in Memphis, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music was a non-negotiable stop.

The museum tells the story of Stax Records, a world-renowned soul music label born in South Memphis in 1957. You already know their hits — “I’ll Take You There” by the Staple Singers, “Sittin’ On the Dock of the Bay,” and Isaac Hayes’ iconic “Theme from Shaft.” But what most people don’t know is that Stax was also quietly defying segregation — Black and white musicians, songwriters, and producers all working together in the heart of the South. And they made a whole lot of money doing it. 👀

Want to know more about the full history? Comment STAX below and I’ll send you a link to a podcast that breaks it all down!

19/01/2026

Question: What made you follow this page? What are you hoping to get from this page?

19/01/2026

I’m happy and shocked to see all the followers for this account. Looks like we need to get started back up again! Thanks for the motivation 🫶🏾

08/02/2023

https://www.travelandleisure.com/the-future-of-black-travel-7106405

What Black travelers are looking for — from hotels, tour operators, and destinations — and how that's shaping the travel industry.

07/01/2022

... and for me it was just the push i needed 🖤❤️💚✨✨✨

What do you need to push past to live your best life??

04/01/2022

: Zanzibar Edition!
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🗺 Thinking of traveling to Zanzibar? Here's what you need to know. 📌
1. VISA: US Passport holders are required to apply for a Multiple-Entry Visa to Tanzania. The cost is $100, and you can complete the process online or on arrival. (Completing the process online saves you a TON of time at the airport) https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/
2. COVID TEST: Tanzania requires a Negative PCR test within 96 hours of travel (regardless of vaccination status). Passengers may also be subject to a rapid test upon arrival ($25 USD), depending on country of departure. My fight came through Switzerland, and we were not required to take the rapid test.
3. PASSENGER SURVEILLANCE FORM: Tanzania, like many countries, requires you to complete an online form prior to arrival that lists your flight number, seat number, and information about where you will stay while in the country. https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/ #/home
4. MONEY: The official currency is the Tanzanian Shilling, but most places also accept USD and Euros. ATMs are few and far between. I would recommend bringing an amount of cash that you're comfortable with and then changing money once you get there.
Karibu sana! 😁

03/01/2022

2014 was the year in decided to switch up how I was traveling. I decided to take my first solo trip to San Juan Puerto Rico. I was so nervous, I only stayed for two days lol I But this change birthed a tradition of solo traveling on my birthday. Eventually leading me to travel to several countries solo.

Solo travel life has afforded me so much opportunity to grow & to really enjoy my own company. I'm so happy I took that first leap!

Are you gonna take the leap this year? What other changes will you be making to the way you travel?

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03/01/2022

Big Energy. All 2022! ✨
#2022