Diary of a Traveling Black Woman: A Guide to International Travel

09/20/2026

Travel really makes you want more for yourself…

Sometimes you don’t realize how much you’ve accepted as “normal” until you step outside of your everyday routine.

Travel can lead to resting more…Laughing More... Discovering something new that you enjoy. And somewhere along the way, you realize, I like how I feel here.

That doesn’t necessarily mean you need to quit your job and stay on vacation forever…. Your travels are simply showing you pieces of the life you actually want.

What would it look like to bring some of that joy, rest, freedom or adventure back home?

Season 2, Episode 1 of the Traveling Black Women Podcast, “Self-Love and Travel,” explores how travel can disrupt our routines, help us reconnect with ourselves and remind us that wanting more for our lives is an act of self-love.

What has travel made you want more of in your everyday life?

09/15/2026

Solo travel teaches you more than how to navigate a new destination. It teaches you how to trust yourself. Every decision, unfamiliar situation and small problem you solve on your own builds confidence in what you’re capable of.

Season 1, Episode 3 of the Traveling Black Women Podcast explores solo travel, self-trust, independence and learning to hear your own voice without someone else’s opinion influencing every decision.

Looking for travel podcast about solo female travel and personal growth?

Listen to “Solo Travel” wherever you get your podcasts: https://rss.com/podcasts/travelingblackwomen/973167

09/15/2026

The most cost effective way to get from Atlanta to Zanzibar:

I flew Ethiopian Airlines directly into Addis Ababa, and caught another flight from Addis Ababa to Zanzibar.

Addis Ababa is a great hub for exploring East Africa!

09/14/2026

My first solo trip was to Iceland for my 34th birthday. The experience literally change my life!

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09/13/2026

Almaty gives you the best of both worlds: a modern city surrounded by mountains and some of the most beautiful places to visit in Kazakhstan just a few hours away.

If you’re planning a trip to Kazakhstan or searching for things to do near Almaty, add Kolsai Lakes, Lake Kaindy and Charyn Canyon to your list. Think turquoise mountain lakes, a surreal sunken forest and one of Central Asia’s most dramatic canyon landscapes.

Kazakhstan deserves a closer look for travelers searching for off-the-beaten-path destinations in Central Asia. In this Kazakhstan travel blog post, I share my firsthand experience exploring Almaty as a Black woman.

Read the full blog post to start exploring Almaty, Kazakhstan: https://www.travelingblackwomen.com/7-days-in-almaty-kazakhstan/

09/13/2026

Solo travel has a way of showing you just how capable you really are.

There’s no one beside you double-checking the gate, confirming the directions or helping you decide what to do next. You figure it out. And every time you do, you build a little more evidence that you can trust yourself.

But one of the most powerful parts of traveling alone is the quiet. Without someone else’s opinion constantly entering the conversation, you finally have space to hear your own.

That doesn’t mean solo travel magically gives you all the answers. Sometimes you come home still figuring things out. But you’ve practiced listening to yourself, making your own decisions and moving through unfamiliar situations on your own terms.

From the Traveling Black Women Podcast Archives, Season 1, Episode 3 explores solo travel, confidence, independence and learning to trust your own voice.

Listen to Season 1, Episode 3 on “Solo Travel” wherever you get your podcasts.

09/11/2026

Summer may be wrapping up, but we’re still going to see the world!!! 🌍 ✨

A few of our TBW Social Club members took their “Go See the World” bottles along for the ride this summer, and we love seeing where they ended up!

Our custom bottles were made by SUPLMNT, a Black-owned water bottle company bringing together hydration, culture and quality.

These bottles are sturdy, travel-ready and made to go wherever the journey takes you!! That made them the perfect summer gift for TBW Social Club Lounge Members!

09/09/2026

There are quite a few destinations that I’ve returned to several times, and even more that I’d still like to return to…. These are my top 10 countries that I would return to in a heart beat!

Do you see any countries on this list that you’d return to as well??

And, if you’re still new to travel and looking for new, exciting places to travel, start with this list!

09/09/2026

If you're looking for fewer crowds, better hotel rates, and a more relaxed travel experience, let me introduce you to one of my favorite travel secrets:

✨ Shoulder season ✨

Shoulder season is that sweet spot between peak and off-season when destinations are still beautiful, but without the long lines, packed attractions, and premium prices.

Click to check out some of my favorite shoulder season destinations:

Discover the best shoulder season destinations this year! From the Galápagos Islands to Bazaruto Islands, time to plan your perfect getaway!

09/08/2026

The more of the world you experience, the harder it becomes to see it in black and white.

Travel exposes you to different cultures, perspectives and ways of life. It can challenge what you thought you knew, strengthen cultural awareness and teach you to approach unfamiliar people and places with curiosity instead of assumptions.

Season 1, Episode 1 of the Traveling Black Women Podcast explores travel as more than a vacation. It’s an opportunity for personal growth, critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the world.

Looking for a Black women travel podcast with meaningful conversations about international travel?

Start with Episode 1 and join the conversation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kg6wcXXRgJfnTPHD8seJ1?si=xNwXuWjFRnmoEMBBCn3cng