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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Journalist Noel Walker Explores the Connection Between Black History Month and Reggae Month
International television host and journalist Noel Walker set out to explore the connection between Black American history and reggae month, which originated in Jamaica and is widely celebrated in the Caribbean and diaspora. Unbeknownst to most, February is when both Black History Month and Reggae Month are celebrated. Music is a universal language that unites… Continue reading Journalist Noel Walker Explores the Connection Between Black History Month and Reggae Month
Travel Hacker Kemoy Martin Shares His Top Tips
Travel hacking is all the rage these days with travelers across social media and beyond singing its praises. You may, for example, have seen your favorite travel hacker or content creator brag about booking a business-class flight for under $400, or post about scoring a five-star hotel stay for less than $50 a night. But,… Continue reading Travel Hacker Kemoy Martin Shares His Top Tips
Cardi B, Offset And Burna Boy Boost Jamaica As The Favorite Location For Music Celebrities In The Caribbean
Jamaican authorities are celebrating the country’s big tourist moment in 2022. According to them, recent trips by other musicians like rappers Cardi B and Offset, as well as Nigerian music singer Burna Boy, have demonstrated that Jamaica was the Caribbean’s celebrity playground last year. “They are very appreciative of the relaxed non-paparazzi-like Jamaican culture, thereby… Continue reading Cardi B, Offset And Burna Boy Boost Jamaica As The Favorite Location For Music Celebrities In The Caribbean
A Jamaican Living In Brazil: I Have Always Felt Welcomed As A Foreigner
Andre James is a 32-year-old Jamaican originally from the city of Kingston. Living in São Paulo, Brazil, since 2010, he owns a Jamaican restaurant – Jerky’s Cozinha Caribenha– in one of the largest cities in the world and Latin America’s financial hub. Jerky’s Cozinha Caribenha is the first Jamaican restaurant in São Paulo’s downtown. Feeling… Continue reading A Jamaican Living In Brazil: I Have Always Felt Welcomed As A Foreigner
Frontier Launches Nonstop Flights From Miami To Jamaica As The Country Relaxes COVID-19 Measures
Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines will launch nonstop flights from Miami to Jamaica, beginning May 5, 2022, marking the airline’s first scheduled service to the Jamaican capital. Flights will operate three times per week year-round. “We’re thrilled to launch service between Miami and Kingston, the bustling capital city of Jamaica, said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president… Continue reading Frontier Launches Nonstop Flights From Miami To Jamaica As The Country Relaxes COVID-19 Measures
What This Black Married Couple Learned Attending A Hawaii Relationship Summit
Married for the last five years, Ace (31) and Roza (30) Patterson attend a relationship summit quarterly as part of their efforts to continually work on improving their marriage. Also known as Billboard-charting independent hip-hop artist, Call Me Ace, Ace hails from Bridgeport, CT by way of Kingston, Jamaica, and also works as the Global… Continue reading What This Black Married Couple Learned Attending A Hawaii Relationship Summit
10 Bucket List Destinations In The Caribbean
There’s no shortage of things to do in the Caribbean. But these ten things are absolute must-do’s. You cannot honestly say you’ve been to the Caribbean without stopping to visit these places. You might, then, just say that they belong on your bucket list. Here are the top 10 bucket list destinations in the Caribbean.… Continue reading 10 Bucket List Destinations In The Caribbean
‘Spending Easter In Lalibela, Ethiopia Was An Experience I’ll Never Forget’
Solo budget traveler/backpacker and international trade compliance specialist Auzzi Aiken recently spent two months in Ethiopia, including spending Easter in Lalibela. Originally from Jamaica, the 31-year-old grew up in both Kingston and Miami. Based in Kingston for the past five years, Auzzi is now living the nomadic life; he sold everything he owned to become… Continue reading ‘Spending Easter In Lalibela, Ethiopia Was An Experience I’ll Never Forget’
Explore Rustic Jamaica With Travel Buddy JA, A Black-Woman Owned Company
Travel Buddy JA is the brainchild of 36-year-old Njari Carr. Born and raised in rural Jamaica, she moved to the capital city of Kingston at age 23 to attend college. As a marketing major, she studied business administration, and later moved on to a Master’s degree in gender and development studies. After completing her degree,… Continue reading Explore Rustic Jamaica With Travel Buddy JA, A Black-Woman Owned Company
After Losing Her Fiancé While Vacationing In St. Maarten, This Black Woman Says “I Do” In Jamaica
Over a decade ago, Neena unexpectedly experienced the tragic loss of her fiancé, Russell, while they were vacationing in St. Maarten. The trauma and grief that followed was overwhelming. During that time, she turned to her source of personal joy – travel. Just over a year ago, a trip to Jamaica changed the trajectory of… Continue reading After Losing Her Fiancé While Vacationing In St. Maarten, This Black Woman Says “I Do” In Jamaica
Kanye West’s Sunday Service Travels To Jamaica
For weeks, Kanye West has been taking his Sunday Service on the road, hitting cities across the country like New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Detroit. Now, the gospel/hip hop mashup is headed to the Caribbean. Kanye West’s Sunday Service is b heading to Jamaica. The event, which will be held at Emancipation… Continue reading Kanye West’s Sunday Service Travels To Jamaica
Flight Deal: Nonstop From Miami To Jamaica For Only $296
Looking to get that next passport stamp? If you are in or near Miami, American Airlines wants to help you do that. You can fly nonstop from Miami to Kingston, Jamaica for only $296 roundtrip. This deal is valid for travel starting in September through the end of the year. You can use Skyscanner to… Continue reading Flight Deal: Nonstop From Miami To Jamaica For Only $296