At the start of the pandemic, many institutions, businesses, and corporations were not prepared for such a disaster or emergency. They scrambled to put a pandemic response together in …
At the start of the pandemic, many institutions, businesses, and corporations were not prepared for such a disaster or emergency. They scrambled to put a pandemic response together in …
Something I’ve become more and more passionate about over the last two years is helping travelers overcome their doubts and fears by boosting their travel confidence and preparation. You …
I Am Black History… Black history is world history and the globe is traced with the roots, heritage, and culture of a people group oftentimes left out of textbooks, …
It’s a New Year so that means you’ve set new resolutions and goals. But…there’s a four-lettered work that might keep you from seeing them through or fall by the …
This is for those of you seeking to leave the hell monotony of life and packing up for a new adventure. 🙂 It’s a brand new year with hopefully …
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 …
Happy New Year to you! And, Happy Blogaversary to me!! Woot! Woot! If you’re ready for 2021, put your hands up!! [2020 has been….] I’m so excited to be continuing …
This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission. Thanks. Have you ever sat on the side of your bed …
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 …
*In honor of what this week means, I’ve written this post. We’re headed into a week of celebration, family, and gratitude. I want us all to remember our “why,” our …
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two big days of the holiday season. But, hold up! We can’t forget another important day that does more than empty our pockets …
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 …
Happy Giving Tuesday! Today is such a special day because we’re reminded about the importance of giving. Our decision to give, however, can come in many forms, such as …
Hold up! Before you read the post, I have something to share! In November, Self-Care Awareness Week (November 16-22) just ended, but we celebrated the week supporting the idea …
Let’s talk about Road Tripping this week! Hold up! Before you read the post, I have something to share! Self-Care Awareness Week (November 16-22) is here! We are celebrating …
Let’s talk about going on a Family Outdoor Adventure Vacation this week! Hold up! Before you read the post, I have something to share! In November, Self-Care Awareness Week …
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 …
-Plus Some Spooky Details About Each Happy Almost Halloween! If you’re fascinated by history, traveling is the best way to experience it firsthand. Many cities around the world attract …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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) …
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 …
Could you have ever imagined that COVID-19 would still be a topic now? Not me, but here we are. Even though flight and travel restrictions have relaxed since the …
In the past year, I’ve come to embrace two identities (Woman & Black) that I regarded very separately. I ranked them in an order that reflected my own experiences …
It’s time for a reality check. We’ve been homebound for a while now and it’s time to reflect on our past behaviors, which will help to improve our future …
Face masks aren’t just a style statement. They’re for your health too. So, when I see dozens of people entering a business or the local grocery store without a …
Adriana K Smith · Can I Travel To (Insert Country): A Global Travel Restrictions Guide *Sigh* This has to be the worst comedy horror show ever to be played …
Update: June 22, 2020 – Know Your Rights! I want you to be safe while engaging in your freedom to protest. The ACLU works to protect everyone’s rights and …
This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. If you’ve been following me through my journey …
This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. Now, I’m in week three of my journey …
This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. It’s week two of my journey to a …
While many of you might be wondering if anyone is planning on traveling within the next few months, I would propose that you ask, will You Be Able To …
This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. I haven’t shared this with you, but I …
Raise your hand if you’re getting cabin fever from all this physical and social distancing, on top of postponing your trips and getaways for several more months. I can’t …
Update [10-01-2020]: New resource to help underprivileged population in the “What about those without a home?” section. Don’t say “stuck” anymore. It’s showing your privilege! Just look at all …
Travel became my very own and personal teacher. It taught me about life outside the classroom and the US. And, it depicted a world beyond my comfort zone. On …
While non-essential travel is halted, it’s still a great idea to work on our mental, emotional, and especially our physical health during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Calloway Cook …
No one and I mean no one could’ve predicted 2020 to turn out this way. We couldn’t have imagined that the world would be at a standstill fighting a …
Note from Adriana: Please view the Travel, Health, and Wellness Resource Page for details about traveling during the spread of COVID-19. These tips can serve you best when you …
Updated: 12-02-2020 11:59 AM EST You may be anxious, frustrated, or scared, but being informed and taking the necessary precaution can get all of us through this. However long …
Solo traveling is pure bliss. If you’re new to the idea, this may sound outlandish. Imagine planning a trip to your favorite destination according to your own schedules, budget, …
Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size But when I start to tell them, They think …
Raise your hand if you’ve taken a flight in economy class, and you had almost zero space to get comfortable. Keep your hands raised if during one of those …
from Michaela Loye from LoveYaGuts, A Kiwi Travel Blog Travelling on a budget is the goal for most nomadic commuters but whether we succeed or desperately fail in this …
Post Contents Who is Megan Thee Stallion?What’s a Case Study?My case study: How to plan a vacation by exuding Megan Thee StallionSo, what is your problem?Solution: Exude your inner …
Have you ever had spare change and an empty gallon bottle and thought “I could start saving money”? Have you taken a mason jar and labeled it with a …
from Rashi Jain from Desigal Around The World Solo traveling has a certain allure to it, doesn’t it? Being in a different city or country, away from the usual …
The day of your trip comes and you’re waiting at the gate full of wonder and butterflies. The nervousness of the moment is making your legs shake and your …
Is this you? One day you put a message in the group text that says, “Hey, we should take a trip together!” Your group of friends that you’ve known …
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two big days of the holiday season. But, hold up! We can’t forget another important day that does more than empty our pockets …
After the release of my book “Studying Abroad for Black Women,” I began promoting it on listservs and forums catered to professionals in the international education field. An email …
Update: The family post on October 27th with this update: “In an effort to keep this case moving, we ask that anyone who has a tip, please call our …
In honor of, well, black women, I’ve put together a playlist of the most inspiring songs to get black women to study abroad. These inspiring songs serve as an …
The FIRST Black Woman to Travel to Every Country Woni Spotts. In the harmonizing voices of Destiny’s Child, “Say her name, Say her name.” Now, before you belt out …
Disclosure: Alios Tours hosted me on this trip in exchange for this review. As always, all opinions are my own. Athena, Zeus, and Aphrodite. Names you recognize, eh? When you think of …
Last April, I traveled to Germany to visit three partner study abroad institutions. On my first business trip abroad, I planned to absorb as much of the environment and …
When you think of Puerto Rico, what do you see, feel, or hear? Is it the millions of citizens left without power or unable to feed themselves? Or, is it the …
Update: If you’re planning to travel to China in the few weeks or months, please take caution and review the US Department of State’s travel advisory. It’s better to …
(and why that’s a good thing) “Marcia, Marcia, Marcia,” says Jan Brady who’s usually frustrated being the middle child and the rival overlooked sibling to her older sister, Marcia …
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time to plan a solo vacation before it’s over. If you never planned a solo trip before, don’t worry I have all the …
Pssst…It’s my 10-year travel journey Anniversary. It’s exactly 10 years ago today that I began one of the hardest trips I ever encountered. See why below. Just think of …
It’s been over a year since I created this video, and I’m still disgusted. No, no, not for the ancestry part. But, for the spitting. It’s pretty gross. Ahh. …
What is destroying the world’s most popular destinations? People, I’d say. Komodo Island, a popular destination in Indonesia, has been temporarily closed after “nine men were arrested on suspicion …
Do you know the Nepali people considered as the “Untouchables”? Below, I’ve written a post about a community of discriminated people who don’t get enough praise and recognition. I’ve …
As I’m typing this, I’m sitting in Ataturk Airport in Istanbul. I’m on the last leg of my last international trip of the year and I wanted to address …
If you’re a fan of Law and Order: SVU or Lifetime movies, then you will understand the paranoia around solo travel especially for women. Everyone is promoting solo travel …
Volunteering is a way to get the most out of your experience. Volunteers are sought after around the world! So, you can fully immerse yourself in the culture of …
I gotta be honest, Girls Trip is the reason why I attended Essence Fest this year. I know, I know. How typical of me and the thousands of …
Day 1 in London was like a page out of a haunted traveler’s tale. This particular chapter: Getting Stranded. I don’t even know where to start. Should I …
What Does Get Some Culture Mean and Why You Should Know! So, if you’ve been following me, then you’ve seen this phrase “Get Some Culture.” If not, then …
Are you a traveler? Are you a traveler who books with certain companies because you know they wouldn’t discriminate against you? Are you a traveler who fear that you …
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic/Modifications: Text Overlay. It is attributed to Marius Haffner, and the original work, As if it was out of …
Let’s get social! Ever worry about traveling during hurricane season? Comment below. The week of my birthday, Hurricane Irma was coming. I’m from Florida. Hurricanes don’t scare me unless …
Let’s get social! What are some other shows offering some helpful advice or travel knowledge? Comment below.
Have you ever seen a horror movie where the main character walks up to an unlocked door and enters? What happens? Do they ever live to tell the …
I’m not blessed. These hands are made for pushing, shoving and tackling. Let’s test your knowledge for a second. How many women football players do you know? Did you name one player? My turn! I know over 50 and they’re from all over the U.S., even …
A happy mom means a happy traveler. Does your mom (or other family members) do any of these? A. Immediately gets worried when you mentioned your potential travel plans …
“Wonder Woman is not a fictional character. Wonder Woman is a mindset.” – Michelle A. Homme Tis the season of the blockbuster, action-hero films and the thousands of fans …
Today is Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and he stated: “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, …
And, like any chase to this rogue agent, travel is exciting, unusual, and unpredictable. Have you ever taken a ride on a slow boat to China? Well, Carmen San …
Traveling wins, simply by being poop-free. Babies are annoying. Just kidding. They are adorable little human beings, who cry when they want their way. I know I was a …
I was afraid at first to reveal this hidden obsession. Have you discovered a new talent or new passion through the app, Instagram? Well, I have! Thanks to Instagram, …
The biggest lesson came from little people ranging from 2 to 5 feet, not yet able to drive, vote, or drink legally. Ponder over that! Imagine a two-year-old …
“Just do it! Training wheels are sold separately, or in this case, not sold at all.” I’m going to end up in a plane crash! Not really, but these …
Let’s get social! What are some other ideas? Comment below.
The National NAFSA Conference is a big networking party! Attending a NAFSA conference is more than your typical 9 to 5 job. It’s an almost 24-hour circuit of business …