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An overdue update
Sometimes I really really struggle with treating myself like a human.
Nov 11
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Travel with your parents. Now.
Getting to know your parents' younger selves through travel is a gift.
Aug 6
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Shayla Martin
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Where do we go from here?
Both literally and figuratively.
Jun 23
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Shayla Martin
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The Road We Trod guide to Black-owned spa resorts in the U.S.
Because we all could use some relaxation right about now.
May 29
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Shayla Martin
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Don't invite me if you don't want my truth.
"Fuck being rational, give 'em what they ask for." - Kendrick Lamar
May 5
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The Road We Trod Black Travel Guide to Asheville
American society insists that the demographics of Appalachia are poor and white. That's a lie.
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We need to change the way we talk about Black History Month.
A rant about how the travel industry gets Black history month wrong + a reveal of my next Black Travel city guide.
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The Road We Trod Black Travel Guide to Seattle
Black history museums, an art gallery filled with hand painted portraits of our faves and fried catfish are just the start.
Jan 20
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Considering Dry January? Read this.
I'm taking a moment away from travel to share a huge part of my identity with you lovely readers to support all those sober-curious folks out there.
Dec 30, 2024
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Join my subscriber chat!
A private space for us to converse and connect
Dec 26, 2024
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10 Black-owned travel products you need in your life
FYI, I either own all of these products or I will soon. Quality assurance!
Dec 10, 2024
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Native American travel experiences deserve your attention
But make sure you treat these lands with respect.
Nov 21, 2024
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Shayla Martin
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Black rage.
This post is not about travel.
Nov 7, 2024
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Shayla Martin
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I visited the whitest state in America
Grief is causing me to make some strange decisions 🙃🙃🙃
Sep 18, 2024
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