Top black female travel bloggers to follow in 2022
Greether’s mission to provide women a safer and authentic way to travel is as important as our goal of being an outlet for inclusion for them.
While February 28th is the last day of Black History month, our commitment to ensuring women of color are welcomed with open arms wherever they go is in our mission every month of the year.
As a way to honor this commemoration, we have contacted some of our favorite and most inspiring travel bloggers/creators that every traveler should be following.
Ariel Rose from https://Arielroseinternational.com
Ariel is the definition of #travelgoals, she began sharing her travel experience and knowledge since she was in college to give tips to her classmates and help them learn how to travel the world frequently and affordably. Every month she ventures to travel to a new country and currently has a network of more than 23 thousand followers with whom she shares her content, beautiful images and helpful tips!
What are the top 3 tips you have for female travelers?
Using the STEP Program, sharing your location with at least 3 people back home, mapping out where you’re going before you go - especially if walking.
Have you ever traveled alone? What's one of the things that worry you the most?
Yes I have travel solo often. My biggest concern is getting lost and not knowing where I am or how to ask someone to get where I need to go.
In which country have you felt more welcome and unwelcome? Why?
I have always felt welcome in Mexico and often throughout the Caribbean.
What do you think about Greether initiative?
I think it’s a great way to make women who have never solo traveled before feel more at ease.
Morgan Fitzpatrick
A lover of fashion and travel, Morgan invites us to be part of his world and shares his journey exploring new destinations always with great style and joy, this through his various platforms such as YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. If you are looking for outfits inspiration for your next trip, look no further! Her sense of style and lovely content is #TravelOutfitGoals
What are the top 3 tips you have for female travelers?
1. Share your location with family and close friends so they are aware of your location at all times and don't share your accommodations with strangers.
2. Do heavy research of your destination
3. Be aware of your valuables, hide cash, store items in safes, etc.
Have you ever traveled alone? What's one of the things that worry you the most?
I have! My biggest fear when traveling is being kidnapped/stalked.
In which country have you felt more welcome and unwelcome? Why?
I've been to Paris twice and have had a few rude encounters. From stares on the train to stares on the sidewalks, to mumbles about me in French. To be honest, I automatically expected it because #BeingBlackwhiletraveling. I think the most welcome place I've felt is Greece. The people were super friendly and I did not have any rude encounters.
What do you think about Greether initiative?
I like it! I think having a safe space as women travelers is so important to network, meet likeminded individuals and build community within the travel space.
Jessica Ufuoma
Jessica Ufuoma in Nobu Los Cabos
A #TrueExplorer, she has been to over forty countries and lived on four continents. Jessica shares her stories and experiences traveling the world with us and motivates us to go out and meet people and even more importantly, to know ourselves while traveling through the world. Our favorite thing about Jessica is that she shares one of our most important missions, which are to help women feel more confident and at ease while navigating the world.
What are the top 3 tips you have for female travelers?
1.) Always go with your intuition. Your intuition is more powerful than you think and many times, it is always right. So trust your gut feeling and go with it.
2.) Have an itinerary that makes you excited. Your travel, your way. Curate your trip in a way that makes you happy and in a way you feel comfortable with. You do not have to do anything because this is what others are doing. You can do the things that matter to you.
3.) Seek travel experiences always. You do not have to travel far and wide. You can go to the next nearby city or explore your own city but whatever you do, always seek out an adventure. It will give you more confidence and help you grow as a woman
Have you ever traveled alone? What's one of the things that worry you the most?
I've traveled to more than 15 countries myself and I used to be afraid of safety but not anymore.
In which country have you felt more welcome and unwelcome? Why?
I've felt most welcome in Colombia, I've felt the least welcome in Morocco. In Colombia, I saw a lot of people who looked like me and they treated me warmly and it felt like home. In Morocco, it was the opposite.
What do you think about Greether initiative?
I think it is brilliant and can be very helpful for solo female travelers who want to travel alone but have fears around safety.
Nicole Brewer
Nicole Brewer in Morocco, Chefchahuen
Nicole is the author of "A Guide to Getting an English Teaching Job Abroad." In her blog I Luv 2 Globe Trot, she shares with us reviews, safety tips, travel guides and her experience getting to know the world, teaching us to “ #GetOutofTheMold ” and enjoy life traveling. We finally have to stop wondering how to actually get that job abroad, teach and travel while doing so!
What are the top 3 tips you have for female travelers?
Always inform friends and family of your trip details (where staying, etc); Register with STEP before your trip; be confident in yourself during travels.
Have you ever traveled alone? What's one of the things that worry you the most?
Yes, it's important to always watch your back where ever you go. My motto is I move about in the world solo every day so it's not much different than in my travels.
In which country have you felt more welcome and unwelcome? Why?
I feel very welcomed living abroad in Oman and traveling throughout the region. Unwelcome, I've never felt unwelcome in my travels.
What do you think about Greether initiative?
I think it's a great initiative.
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