This is what I know. Sometimes you have to go it alone. If you’ve been waiting for your friends or family to get it together to be able to travel with you, you may just be waiting forever.  Is Paris on your bucket list?  Why wait any longer? Go to... Read More

Gettings snacks from a vending machine is an ordinary, run of the mill occurrence until that “bad boy” drops two bags of chips instead of one. It’s like an unadvertised two for one sale! I don’t know too many people that wouldn’t get excited about getting two of something for... Read More

I spent 3 days in Tokyo solo and absolutely loved it.  I wasn’t sure how I would feel about Tokyo.  It was my first trip to Asia, and I would be visiting the largest city in the world.  The cherry blossom hot spot and birthplace of Anime would be my... Read More

I’m a proponent of solo travel.  The lone traveler is my superhero! I so very badly want to climb on my passport stamped soapbox and loudly proclaim: EVERYONE NEEDS TO TRAVEL SOLO! I definitely want to see people travel more.  Especially Black people.  In talking with folk, I’ve found that... Read More

Costa Rica is an adventure traveler’s dream. For those visiting for the first time, planning a trip to Costa Rica can be daunting, especially if you’re trying to put together a 7-day itinerary. This Costa Rica Travel Guide for first-time visitors provides information about accommodations, excursions/activities, and spa services that... Read More

I said YES to zip lining in Costa Rica! Donnie nudged Nacho and pointed at me.  Their laughter built slowly until they were both doubled over.  I laughed too.  So did Marvin, the lead zip-line tour guide.  It WAS pretty funny! Me standing there after having completed my first of... Read More

Hopping on a flight for your first international trip can be scary! However, the more you know and the better prepared you feel can make all the difference. There’s something magical about setting foot in a new country. The sights, sounds and the people make for an experience that tickles... Read More