Sometimes, I just need to get away. Not some long, complicated trip to some far off land. When I am feeling like I’m not centered or I need just a *second* for myself, the water is usually where I go. It’s healing and soothing and all of the things you need when you need to just reflect. The time had come and for this get away I decided to spend a long weekend in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. ... Read the Post
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2017 Year in Review: Extreme Highs and Extreme Lows
Well 2017 was a year, that’s for sure. In writing this travel year in review article, I realized that 2017 was truly a mixed bag. Full of highs and full of lows. So let’s get it started with this 2017 travel year in review. And here’s to 2018. ... Read the Post
The Biggest Travel Lesson I Learned From My Mom Passing Away
My mom just passed away. I have, unfortunately, had to say this quite a lot in the last two weeks, but this is the first time I have written it. It sucks to join a club that, while I knew it was inevitable, I didn’t want to have to join so soon. But…life. So here we are. ... Read the Post
How to Plan Before Traveling to a Natural Disaster Area
Harvey. Irma. Jose. Back in 2017, these hurricanes became household names, largely for the havoc they have reaped in the Caribbean. And it seems like every year there are more and more household-name storms that are threatening the Atlantic and other areas. Most travelers know that it is hurricane season in the Caribbean from June until November, but natural disasters have the opportunity to ... Read the Post
Black Paris Tour Review
Paris isn't just the "city of light." It has long been known as a haven for Blacks and Black Americans, even back to the World War era. Learning more about the rich history of Paris and its acceptance and fondness of members of the African diaspora was one of the driving reasons that I made sure to take the Black Paris Tour on my trip. And my complimentary tour was definitely one of the highlights ... Read the Post
5 Reasons You Can’t Help But Fall in Love with Paris
"Paris is always a good idea." ~Audrey Hepburn This may be super cliche, but, seriously, how can you not fall in love with Paris? Before I visited, I had heard the rude people and other negatives about the city. But when I went...magic. It is definitely a city I can see myself visiting again in the future, if for nothing other than its fantastic charm. Here are five reasons you can't help but fall ... Read the Post
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