In a world where travel has become a journey of cultural discovery, finding the right destinations to begin your travels can be transformative. For first-time Black travelers, certain cities resonate not only for their captivating allure but also for the profound African diaspora connections they offer to shared history and heritage. From the rhythmic beats… Continue reading International Cities Perfect For First-Time Black Travelers
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Accra Travel Guide: Here’s What You Need to Know
‘Safe’ and ‘welcoming’ are two words visitors use to describe Accra, Ghana, making it the perfect place for Black people to visit. Accra, the capital and largest city in Ghana, is located on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea in western Africa. Named “Africa’s capital of cool” by the New York Times, Accra is… Continue reading Accra Travel Guide: Here’s What You Need to Know
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Ghana Reopens After Renovation and Welcomes Tourists
Ghana’s historic Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Accra reopened its doors on Tuesday following a comprehensive renovation to preserve the legacy of the country’s first president. The park, originally established in 1992, has undergone a transformative makeover as part of a government-led initiative to bolster tourism and hospitality as pivotal drivers of socioeconomic progress in… Continue reading Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Ghana Reopens After Renovation and Welcomes Tourists
Hilton Expands to Africa With a New Hotel in Ghana
Hilton will make its debut in Ghana with the opening of the brand new Hilton Accra Cantonments. The announcement of a new hotel in Ghana came before this week’s Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) in Nairobi. Cantonments, an affluent suburb, is home to numerous embassies and high commissions and will serve as the hotel’s location. The… Continue reading Hilton Expands to Africa With a New Hotel in Ghana
Afro Nation Ghana 2022: The Festival Returns In December With Meek Mill And Other Afrobeats Stars
Afro Nation Ghana is back. After a 3 year hiatus, one of the world’s popular Black music events returns to Africa. It will take place at Marine Drive, Black Star Square in Accra on the 29th & 30th of December 2022. Founded to unite the diaspora to celebrate Black Joy, the event is back for… Continue reading Afro Nation Ghana 2022: The Festival Returns In December With Meek Mill And Other Afrobeats Stars
Fuel Issue Forces NYC-Accra Delta Flight To Make U-Turn Over Atlantic Ocean
A Delta Airlines flight traveling from New York to Accra, Ghana on July 25 had to make a U-turn mid-flight due to a fuel issue. According to Newsweek, YouTuber Xiaoma, whose real name is Arieh Smith, shared his account of the incident on his YouTube channel, xiaomanyc. Smith says it was the scariest day of his… Continue reading Fuel Issue Forces NYC-Accra Delta Flight To Make U-Turn Over Atlantic Ocean
Chance The Rapper, Vic Mensa Make Good On Promise To Take Kids To Ghana
Chance The Rapper and Vic Mensa have made good on promises to take a bigger group to Ghana this July. The recording artists took at least nine teens from their hometown of Chicago to explore the country where they both have roots. “A year ago, we had the idea to take a group of kids… Continue reading Chance The Rapper, Vic Mensa Make Good On Promise To Take Kids To Ghana
Traveler Story: Exploring The West African Nation Of Togo
Jessy Bernard is a 31-year-old proud Haitian American who works in marketing. When she lived in the United States, she enjoyed being surrounded by the lively Haitian community and lived in cities like Boston, New York, and Miami. Having relocated to Accra, Ghana, today Jessy still lives among beautiful Black faces. She enjoys exploring the… Continue reading Traveler Story: Exploring The West African Nation Of Togo
Kendrick Lamar’s First Visit To Ghana Becomes A Documentary Produced By Spotify
Following the release of his most recent album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, hip-hop star Kendrick Lamar has teamed up with Spotify to produce a documentary in Accra, Ghana. Titled A Day in Ghana with Kendrick Lamar, the film shows the Compton rapper in the Ghanaian capital, where he can be seen enjoying many… Continue reading Kendrick Lamar’s First Visit To Ghana Becomes A Documentary Produced By Spotify
Kobe Bryant Tragic Death Made This Black Woman Start A Travel Agency In Ghana
Vidette Adjorlolo is the founder and CEO of Sorted Chale, a Black-owned travel agency in Ghana that provides tours around Africa. Located in Accra, Sorted Chale was born after Adjorlolo felt intense sorrow following the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, in January 2020. “I was a 26-year-old banker based in Hong Kong, living what to… Continue reading Kobe Bryant Tragic Death Made This Black Woman Start A Travel Agency In Ghana
Ghana’s Pan African Heritage Museum Launches Its Virtual Version
As Travel Noire previously reported in February, Ghana will host the Pan African Heritage Museum. Scheduled to open in August 2023, the museum, the first of its kind in the world, will house archives, exhibits, galleries, and a theater, with the aim of being a key destination for visitors interested in connecting with Africa’s history… Continue reading Ghana’s Pan African Heritage Museum Launches Its Virtual Version
Midwest Restaurant Jerk Soul Opens New Location In Ghana
A city-wide favorite in the heart of the Midwest, St. Louis Caribbean infusion restaurant Jerk Soul will be closing its doors in the city this summer and relocating to the motherland. Owned by Telie Woods, the popular restaurant that opened in 2018 will be opening its new location in Accra, Ghana in February 2022. After… Continue reading Midwest Restaurant Jerk Soul Opens New Location In Ghana
A Successful Black Woman Entrepreneur In Ghana Tells Why She Quit Her Dream Job As A Lawyer In NYC
Before moving and becoming a successful Black woman entrepreneur in Ghana eight years ago, Nana Amoako-Anin (45) had what can be considered a perfect life in New York. This former New York-based lawyer, born in the United States, had reached a very exciting level of her career, having started out in the field of law… Continue reading A Successful Black Woman Entrepreneur In Ghana Tells Why She Quit Her Dream Job As A Lawyer In NYC
Inside El Padrino, One of The Top Luxury Restaurants In Ghana
Ghana is known for its stunning landscapes, diverse animal life, and miles of sandy beaches along a beautiful coast. In addition, the country boasts a rich history and culture, most recently becoming one of the favorite destinations for African-Americans. However, the country can offer much more than that, as luxury restaurants in Ghana are also… Continue reading Inside El Padrino, One of The Top Luxury Restaurants In Ghana
Accra’s Pan African Heritage World Museum Listed Among World’s Greatest Places
Accra’s Pan African Heritage Museum isn’t scheduled to open until 2023, but it is already making noise and receiving global praise. TIME Magazine just listed the more than $30 million museum among the top 100 world’s greatest places for tourists to visit. TIME Magazine called Ghana’s capital city “a hub for creativity and culture,” adding,… Continue reading Accra’s Pan African Heritage World Museum Listed Among World’s Greatest Places