Tag: Black travel
“More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book was quite literally a lifesaver for Black people navigating America’s roadways during Jim Crow. Published between 1936 and 1967, the guide cataloged hotels, rest stops, diners, clubs, and resorts that could be trusted as welcoming safe havens for Black travelers.” To read on, click
“The first capital of Brazil, Salvador was founded in 1501 and is home to around three million people, many of them Afro-Brazilian. The city serves as Brazil’s center of soul and rhythm with a world-famous nightlife. Located in the Northeast state of Bahia, Salvador is just two hours from Rio by plane, but often gets
“Brazil is famed for its larger-than-life Carnaval celebrations, but the country’s Festa Junina celebrations provide a great option for travelers who want to experience authentic Brazilian culture with slightly smaller crowds.” To read on, click here.
“In a time of regressive politics where our most basic freedoms are once again being threatened, these remaining Freedmen’s Towns offer a glimmer of hope, reminding us of all we’re capable of when we rely on and uplift one another.” To read on, click here.
“The circumstances that led me to embark on a five-month solo trek through Latin America could have been plucked straight from Eat, Pray, Love. I was recently heartbroken and completely directionless. I had been so identified with my relationship that I had no idea who I was or what I wanted out of life.” To
“From crumbling Aztec empires to flamboyant mariachi bands, Mexico has a wealth of history and cultures for the intrepid explorer to discover. But less known and often overlooked is the country’s connection to the African Diaspora and the rich Afro-Mexican cultures that resulted.” To read on, click here.