Imbibing is popular, but alcohol isn’t necessary to have a great vacation. That said, the pressure to drink is palpable. With all the temptation, it can be challenging for the most disciplined person to stay on track. Over the years, the sober movement has picked up steam. Mocktails and non-alcoholic beers are readily available. Travel… Continue reading Enjoy An Amazing Sober Vacation with These Tips
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Learn About the Non-Alcoholic Bar Movement in New Orleans
New Orleans is intimately familiar with alcohol to say the least. However, for people who don’t imbibe, there are options. Today is National Sober Day, and that serves a two-fold purpose. It raises awareness of alcoholism. It also challenges the notion that the presence of alcohol is essential for a good time. The pressure to… Continue reading Learn About the Non-Alcoholic Bar Movement in New Orleans
These Destinations Are Known For Their Fantastic Jazz Festivals
Jazz has a following all over the world, and some are willing to travel to hear it. Whether you’re into the big band sound of Duke Ellington, or smooth jazz artists like Najee, there are many variations. From the 1920s to the 1940s, jazz enjoyed a golden age, especially in the U.S. and Europe. Today,… Continue reading These Destinations Are Known For Their Fantastic Jazz Festivals
The Movers And The Shakers: These U.S. Cities Spawned Black Music Genres
Looking for all the details on the birthplaces of some of the best-known Black music genres? Travel Noire’s got you covered! How do you quantify Black genius? There is no exact way to define it, but the music world is familiar with it intimately. Countless genres were invented or taken to new heights by Black… Continue reading The Movers And The Shakers: These U.S. Cities Spawned Black Music Genres
New Orleans’ Youngest Black Gym Owner Is Coming To A City Near You
One of the liveliest fitness centers in New Orleans just so happens to be owned by one of the youngest Black fitness trainers in The Big Easy. Brandon Diggins says he’s the youngest Black gym owner in the city. It’s a big deal for 29-year-old Diggins who resides in a city where at least 40… Continue reading New Orleans’ Youngest Black Gym Owner Is Coming To A City Near You
Singer Monica Schools Us On The Perfect Mother-Daughter Getaway
R&B singer Monica is known for showcasing her luxury fashion sense on social media. Now, the mom of three, also makes sure to include her daughter, Laiyah in all her fun too. The singer recently shared an adorable video recap of a mother-daughter getaway she had with Laiyah while in New Orleans. Let’s just say,… Continue reading Singer Monica Schools Us On The Perfect Mother-Daughter Getaway
Disney Celebrates New Princess Tiana Attraction With Visit To NOLA’s Dooky Chase’s
If you didn’t know, Disney’s ‘The Princess and the Frog’ was inspired by iconic matriarch and chef, the late Leah Chase, of Dooky Chase’s in New Orleans. As Walt Disney World kicks off its annual World Princess Week, and in preparation of the new Princess and the Frog attraction coming to both Walt Disney World… Continue reading Disney Celebrates New Princess Tiana Attraction With Visit To NOLA’s Dooky Chase’s
These Rootworkers Share Where You And Celebs Should Travel Based On Zodiac Sign
Some people travel on a whim — and others consult with the aligning of their celestial bodies and their zodiac sign before making a decision. If you’re in the latter category, you’re probably wondering where you should travel next now that the outside is beginning to open up again. Fortunately, Third Generation Conjure — a… Continue reading These Rootworkers Share Where You And Celebs Should Travel Based On Zodiac Sign
New York City Could Soon Introduce 24-Hour ‘Party Districts’
Brace yourselves party animals, you might be able to turn up well past the wee hours in New York City, thanks to a recent proposal put forward by the NYC Office of Nightlife for 24-hour ‘party’ districts. Because of COVID-19, New York City nightclubs and bars took a serious hit over the past year, and… Continue reading New York City Could Soon Introduce 24-Hour ‘Party Districts’
Kirk Brown: The Black Man Shifting The Glamorization Of Plantation Homes
“I bet you wouldn’t be going to no bread and breakfast at Auschwitz,” soul singer Jill Scott said in a now viral social media video last summer, referring to her stay at a former plantation being marketed as a bed and breakfast. That same glamorization of plantation homes is exactly what Virginia native Kirk Brown… Continue reading Kirk Brown: The Black Man Shifting The Glamorization Of Plantation Homes