The travel industry, while vast and exciting, often lacks diversity. Black travel bloggers are underrepresented, and despite the current emphasis on "Diversity and Inclusion," many travel brands fail to equitably engage and compensate bloggers of color. This curated list aims to highlight exceptional Black travel bloggers who cover a wide range of travel niches, from luxury to adventure and everything in between.
Even if you've seen similar lists before, be sure to explore the new additions at the bottom, as these bloggers deserve recognition for their unique perspectives and valuable content.
Why This List Matters
Travel blogging lists often lack diversity, presenting a uniform view of the world. This compilation seeks to address that by showcasing both well-known pioneers and emerging Black travel bloggers. Instagram, a platform that often favors certain types of bloggers and photos, is used here to introduce these diverse voices. By following these bloggers, you can diversify your own feed and gain new perspectives on travel.
Featured Black Travel Bloggers
Here are some amazing Black travel bloggers you should follow:
- Oneika: When I first started travel blogging, Oneika was the first person I could identify with. At the time, I honestly didn’t see any other female black travel bloggers on social media. Later I found several black travel couples I love to follow as well. Oneika is a trailblazer and I am so happy for her success. She speaks her mind about everything including the lack of diversity in travel blogging.
- Carol: I have also been following Carol for years and have had the privilege of meeting her in person. Carol is outspoken on her blog, on social media and in her work as a consultant about the need for diversity in travel blogging. She gave an excellent opening keynote speech at TBEX North America in 2015. She encouraged everyone to share their unique stories based on their different backgrounds.
- Erick: Erick wants to be the first African-American to travel to every country and I have no doubt that he will accomplish this. He has already traveled to 95 countries. Erick is not only one of my top 25 great black travel bloggers but he is also a vlogger and an accomplished photographer.
- Lola: Lola is a travel blogger, speaker, an award-winning National Geographic photographer and author of two novels-Due North and Lagom Book.
- Olivia: Olivia is a travel and wellness blogger. She left the hustle and bustle and stress of corporate America to find her own path on the road. Olivia often spends weeks to months in a destination and really gives you a sense of the people, place and culture.
- Ernest: Ernest is a travel blogger, host of his own TV show and podcast. Look out for Ernest as a speaker at a travel conference near you. He is also hosting travel events. If you are looking for information on Brazil-he is your go to guy.
- Ashley: Ashley runs a travel and spirits blog. She is a girl after my own heart because she incorporates wine and cocktails into her travels. If you are traveling to a destination, she shares great tips on places to go, places to drink and to eat.
- Travis: Travis is a travel journalist and video host based in London. Travis is always living his best luxurious life. He is a freelance writer for CNN, National Geographic, Forbes, Telegraph and more. He is now doing coaching on travel writing which is awesome.
- Francesca: Francesca has studied and worked abroad and speaks 3 languages. She is the author of the world’s first digital English Guide to Martinique.
- Ashley: Ashley is an Instagram star. Her pictures are breathtaking and garners 2000, 3000, 4000+ likes! She describes her brand as “eco-luxe travel and lifestyle content creator”. Ashley is now focusing on her vegan and sustainable lifestyle.
- Tausha: Tausha works fulltime but still makes time to travel around the world. On her blog, you can find tips on how to travel efficiently, travel stories, travel tips and travel guides. Tausha also shares my love of Jamaica.
- Nathan: Nathan is the “Adventure Ambassador”. He is a hosts group trips and has been featured in major publications like Forbes and CNN.
- Roni: Roni has lived abroad, speaks several languages and has 25 years of travel industry experience. Roni shares this knowledge and travel tips with you on her blog.
- Nicole: Nicole is an expat with a wealth of travel knowledge and experience. She currently resides in the Middle East but globetrots to destinations near and far. If you are looking for the best hotels and spas in the UAE-this is the place to go. She is also the author of “A Guide to Landing an English Teaching Job Abroad”. Nicole and I were also part of the Jetsetter Roundups travel series.
- Annette: Annette is an award-winning writer. She is also a powerful speaker. I have met Annette several times and she has a wonderful spirit. I love her message of inclusivity.
- Tyra: Tyra is a fulltime attorney, a travel blogger, a photographer and an entrepreneur. She is also a speaker at blogging conferences discussing copy write laws and trademarks.
- Ciara: Ciara quit her job to travel the world solo! Her Instagram pictures are stunning and informative. Her blog provides even more information with travel guides to beautiful locations around the world.
- Lauren: Lauren is an adventurous blogger and outdoor enthusiast. Read her travel stories on a solo trip to the Azores, glamping, visiting a nudist camp, spending the night in a tree house and a yurt. You can also find her tubing, canoeing, kayaking or zip lining. Lauren’s adventurous spirit doesn’t end with travel. She is also a foodie and will share her unique eats in her hometown of Tampa and while traveling.
- KemKem: KemKem and her husband live in Spain and travel extensively throughout Europe and beyond. Like me, she has a love of history, architecture and food. KemKem and her husband take their time in exploring each destination so her blog posts are full of useful information. She also contributed to the Housesitting 101 guest post.
- Holly: Holly is a travel blogger, travel vlogger and has a podcast. Holly’s blog posts tell you what you need to know prior to going to a destination and what to expect once you get there. If you do not have a lot of time, expect her to show you how to get the most out of it.
- Gloria: Gloria has done it all. Blogger, entrepreneur, author, speaker, group trips, retreats and business coach. Her current Instagram feed is filled with inspirational and business advice.
- Danielle: No matter where in the world you are traveling to, if you are looking for a luxury hotel, Danielle is the person to check with.
- Jewels: Jewels describes herself as a lover of cheap flights and authentic travel experiences. At some point last year, I subscribed to her blog and I am so glad that I did. It is clean and refreshing and pretty. Her pictures in destinations such as Brazil, Morocco and Bali are gorgeous and will surely cause wanderlust.
- Nate: Nate describes himself as a World traveler, an adventurist a content creator, an adventurist, a wine enthusiast and a lover of luxury.
- Kellee: Kellee started out as a blogger and a vlogger and is now the Travel Channel star of “Mysterious Islands”. She is a pilot and a scuba diver and uses these skills to explore destinations by land, air or by sea.
And, if you are reading my blog for the first time-be sure to fall in love with me too! I am Nadeen of The Sophisticated Life Blog. I am a speaker, author and an award winning travel, food and wine blogger. I am also a physician and balance work with traveling around the world. I have been on CNN as a medical expert and featured on Travel Channel.com, Essence magazine, The Huffington Post, MSN Travel, Buzzfeed and Travel Noire.
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Additional Black Blogs to Explore
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- THE YBF blasts all that is fabulous and foolywang with millions of readers a month joining in on the ish talking. Her expertise attracts partnerships with major brands like K-Mart and Disney.
- Founded in 2014, Watch The Yard has quickly become a leading destination for Black news, culture, and conversation online.
- She shares travel guides, style tips, and beauty insights, inspiring millennial and professional women to prioritize travel despite their busy lives.
- Where Is The Buzz has a passion for developing the potential of new media to transcend traditional norms. Through her blog, she delves into motherhood, lifestyle, and fashion, offering relatable and insightful content.
- Since 2010, she has shared on-trend fashion, beauty tips, and Memphis flavour.
- Through her blog, she preserves cherished moments and inspires global audiences with her journey.
- With a degree in Communications from UCF, she's an adventurer passionate about travelling, food, and photography.
- While blogging about my daily outfits was fun, quite a bit changed over the years. I hope this online space offers you a dose of life & style inspiration, so you can join me in my mission of redefining the millennial experience, one outfit at a time.
- The active and ongoing blog page of 'Every Movie Has a Lesson' containing current movie and film reviews, commentary, editorials, columns, previews, and awards talks.
- Latest breaking black news, including finance, economic development, politics, culture, business, and social issues impacting black communities.
- She is the founder of Black Girl, Lost Keys, a blog that empowers black women with ADHD and shows them how to live well with the disorder.
- I'm Alex Ferrari. I'm the founder of Wealth Noir.
- A woman of faith, educator, artist, and author, she spreads the Good News through various creative outlets. Based in the DFW area, she emphasizes positive Black living and promotes Black-owned businesses.
- As one of the pre-eminent short film festivals in the world, in our blog, we'll share why we're so passionate about this visual poetry form of art. Each month, we'll feature a different guest writer to share their experiences with a short film.
- The tips and mindset exposed in the book are not those of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a financial planner or financial adviser.
- I'm Michelle Blue. Each week I'm interviewing a millennial who chose to challenge convention and encouraging you along your entrepreneurial 'Journey'.
- Dedicated to honoring our ancestors and inspiring the black culture, this magazine is committed to sharing and highlighting powerful thought-provoking stories, journeys of failure to success, and empowering all things black excellence around the world.
- Tea & Taffeta combines my love of tea service and classic, preppy fashion. Although Maryland is technically a southern state, its placement on the map often leaves it in a grey area where it's claimed by neither the North nor the South. So, here I am in this sweet spot with its delicious blend of cultural influences, and I'm here to show how it shapes my life and style.
- I'm a lawyer and a blogger that wanted to help other entrepreneurs by providing low cost DIY Legal Solutions.
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