Hopefully you’re in a money mood today, and that gets you in good spirits to learn how to create a budget that won’t fail ya! So let’s imagine… One of your “friends” on Instagram just posted yet another picture of one of her many trips across the world. It’s not that you’re jealous or anything, but you find yourself enlarging the pictures to see the scenery. “She’s living her …
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January 19, 2021
Truth Moment? Are you tired of searching millions of posts just to plan your trip? Let’s start with the basics: Health, Safety, Travel Planning, Travel Apps, Blogs and Communities. This will get you started in the right direction in your travel planning process and foundation. How to use: Start from the beginning and take it one step at a time.Skip around as needed. Go directly to a section.Refer a friend.Use …
January 12, 2021
We are a few days away from 2021 and we’re still knee-deep into the pandemic. Thanks United States! Even I have my doubts about how much travel we can get into the year with COVID spikes causing certain states and areas to reclose. If you choose to travel, please check out the following resources: Start Here: Travel, Health & Wellness Resource Page for COVID-19 (Coronavirus) More Travel Resources, News, …
December 29, 2020
Last week, I interviewed Isaac Lufafa, the founder of Tusubira Village, and the remarkable work he’s done in Uganda. In part two, Isaac shares some success stories of some of the women at Tusubira Village. Disclaimer: This post contains graphic language and photos, adult themes, and violence. Therefore, it’s not intended for all readers.. Reader discretion is advised. An everyday reality In our conversation, Isaac shares “some photos of …
December 8, 2020
Hold up! Before you read the post, I have something to share! In November, we’re celebrating Self-Care Awareness Week (November 16-22). Why stop there? This month, I’m dedicating four weeks to support self-care across communities, families, and generations. And, with the holiday season beginning, I wanted to highlight four specific ways to support yourself, community, and families with self-care activities. Obviously, with a travel twist. First up…safe weekend getaways! Life …
November 3, 2020
When’s the last time you went on an outdoor adventure? And, I mean spent significant time? It’s probably been a while and with good reason. Yet, the outdoors has a number of benefits that the indoors doesn’t. Well, first you get to breathe the fresh air. Also, you can reconnect with nature, non-man made items, artifacts and particles beautifying your space and life. I could go on and on, …
October 20, 2020
We all have had a case of the Mondays, or since COVID, the case of “What day is it today?“. The dread going back to work, remote or otherwise, after a quick two-day weekend. When Fridays come around you look forward to happy hour or going home and putting on your sweats so you can snuggle on your couch and binge-watch the latest Netflix or Hulu series. The endless …
October 13, 2020
Africa. Update September 29, 2020: If you’re hoping to repatriate to any country in Africa and/or see the stunning views and locations in The Continent, please enjoy this interview with Adeola from AdeAfrica! We want to combat the controlling negative images of Africa and share that beauty with you. Check out more of Adeola’s adventures in Africa at www.adeafrica.com. What comes to mind when you say, read, and hear …
September 29, 2020
Travel Shaming. I’m sure you’ve seen or heard this word swarming around the internet or on social media. Or, you might’ve seen the action (or even engaged in it) without knowing this concept has a name. How significant is this concept, “Travel Shaming”? Well, it’s been a hot topic in almost all of the Facebook Travel Groups I’m part of and certainly caught the attention of Business Insider, CNN, …
September 22, 2020
These resources are helpful when you are deciding to travel, study, work, intern, or volunteer abroad. Please read through the resources that are relevant to you and make a list of questions, considerations, and information so that you can craft your travel plan. Race & Ethnicity Resources Diversity AbroadBlack & AbroadGo Abroad – Diversity First Generation Resources All AbroadI’m First! LGBT+ Resources U.S. Department of State – LGBTI Traveler …
September 17, 2020
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