What becomes of wanderlust once baby makes two, three, four or more? Are those strong desires to boldly traipse the world packed away – sealed in a box labeled ‘before the kids’ along with your weekly nail salon appointments and stiletto heels? Despite the popular expectation that a passion for travel should be extinguished or at least repressed once you become a parent, legions of families remain committed to regular departures from everyday life. And their journeys are creating extraordinary learning experiences – unleashing new levels of creativity and fostering personal growth.

Nicole Grimes, a self-professed travel maniac and founder of the popular travel blog Geek Trek says, “when I am away, I am eager to consume everything around me. I refuse to spend one waking moment seated in a hotel room or lobby, passing [the] valuable time.”

Negril is a town where there’s always something to do. With miles of beaches, bars, restaurants shops and plenty of things to see – there’s something for everyone. So whether you’re looking to relax, or you’re looking for adventure, Negril has something to offer for you.

On a budget? If you’re looking for things to do in Negril that are free or cheap, then you’re in the right place. Here are our 12 favorite things to do in Negril that won’t cost you a fortune:

Africa is one of the most diverse and beautiful continents in the world. Its largest cities offer hundreds of years of culture, bustling nightlife scenes and breathtaking ocean views. Best of all, these cities are extremely affordable, and many African countries are known for their friendliness toward foreigners.

Whether you’d like to visit an ancient temple, hike up a mountain range, learn about African-American leaders, relax at the beach or even see an old slave port, these dream destinations have something for you.

When you’re exploring a new country, at the end of each long day you’re going to need a cozy home to come back to – but where is home?

Home might be the penthouse suite of a luxury hotel, or it might be the lively lobby of a youth hostel full of international travelers. Home might be a rustic apartment that you rent for two months or a chic Airbnb that you book for two nights.

With so many options, how will you decide? Let’s look at the pros and cons of each.

When you’re going on a trip, it’s important to be prepared. What’s the weather like where you’re going? How much money do you need? Do you have the right currency? Unfortunately, black women have to ask one more question: Will the people there be racist?

There’s nothing worse than having a stranger’s stares or rude comments drag you back to earth when you’re trying to explore a new country.

Unfortunately, the sad reality is that Africans and African-Americans are considered “exotic” in many parts of the world. Sometimes this is a good thing, but sometimes it can be very, very draining.

So what do you do when you encounter racism abroad?

Going to the Caribbean can be quite an adventure. That said, getting everything ready for the journey can be quite stressful, and the last thing you want is to forget those all important items… Bug spray anybody?

You’d be surprised by how much stress you’ll avoid if you know exactly what you need to bring long in advance. And with that in mind, we’ve compiled the ultimate checklist for when traveling to the Caribbean! Double check to make sure you add any additional things you’ll personally need, and if we missed anything let us know in the comments.

In the recent years, many Americans have considered permanently moving to another country. The reasons for moving may differ from one person to another, but the common goal is to find a suitable place to live, other than the States.

This isn’t an easy decision to make. So, the question remains; should you move out of America? If none of these cities are suitable for you as a black family, where are the best places to move to? Let’s find out.

There are plenty of festivals around the world today, too many for any one person to feel like they’ve even made a dent! But if you’re looking for something different to attend, maybe while traveling in a country you haven’t been to before, perhaps you should check out this list of what we think are the top global African-centric festivals.

All of these festivals in some way celebrate African culture, whether through music, art, speakers or even location.

Ever think about quitting your job, packing your life up and leaving everything behind? A lot of people think about it and a lot of people actually do it. When leaving your country of origin, it can be difficult deciding on where you want to move to.

While there are many different options for expatriates, we have come up with the top 10 places. Whether leaving home is just a passing thought or a serious consideration, check out our list for some inspiration.

Going to Nassau in the Bahamas on vacation? While there are some top Bahamas resorts, most likely you won’t want to spend all your time in these hotels.

After spending countless hours working and taking care of business, there’s nothing like being able to get some time off for some much needed self-care. We all want to escape the daily life sometimes and go on a relaxing, fun vacation.