The top 3 best black owned coffee shops in Dallas, Texas, and why I chose them.

The ambiance can set the tone and mood for a coffee shop, providing customers with a comfortable and inviting environment.  A well-designed space with the right lighting, music, and décor can enhance the overall experience of a coffee shop and make for a unique...

What are the best hairstyles for Black female travelers?

The natural hair movement has been around since the sixties, but in the last decade or more, a Black travel movement has also been birthed, and Black women are traveling!  As a flight attendant in the late eighties, I was forced to use chemicals to control my natural...

Expert Advice: 4 Comfy Travel Outfit Ideas & What NOT to Wear When Traveling

When traveling, it is common to see eye-raising outfits, from pajamas to skimpy outfits.  Gone are the days when travelers got dressed up for travel, but that doesn’t mean you should dress sloppily.  You can choose comfy travel outfits that are the best and most...

Helpful strategies to make your travel experience less stressful.

Whether you are a frequent traveler or not, travel is stressful.  No matter how often you may have traveled or how familiar you are with the airport or boarding process, every encounter is different.  This is one of the reasons why many travelers experience stress. ...

How to be prepared for flight delays when they occur?

When travelers encounter flight delays, they now have more recourse for compensation from the airlines.  But, if you read your airline ticket's fine print, you will note that arrival times are not guaranteed, and delays often occur.  Issues such as weather, staffing,...

Discover how to make long-haul international flights more comfortable.

I have commuted from the US to Asia for over fifteen years, making several trips a year. Most of those trips were over 12 hours and were considered long-haul flights. Because I have flown these trips so many times, I know that long-haul flights do not have to be an...

Do black travelers still need black travel guides to make us safe?

There is no denying the black travel movement that has emerged over the past few years.  I recently visited the National Museum of African American History and culture in Washington, DC, and as a devout traveler, I was particularly intrigued by the exhibit on black...

Travel precautions to make travelers more safe, secure and savvy.

Everyone's travel experience is different, so despite what other travelers might advise, travel precautions need to be considered.  Whether you are an experienced traveler or not, taking travel precautions is a must.  On my recent trip to Jamaica, I knew I was...

Embrace solo travel, and explore the world on your own.

Recently I went on a solo trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica.  I was amazed but not surprised by the number of people that asked me if I was traveling alone and how it was.  It was a great trip, and I would do it again.  Although my husband is my ideal travel partner, I...

How to overcome the challenge of a travel flight delay?

Whether you are an experienced or novice traveler, travel delays are inevitable.  My career as an international flight attendant began in the late '80s when American Airlines was known as the "on-time machine."  Even back then, I remember plenty of flight delays. ...