I spent two weeks in Georgia to attend a travel blogging conference. After the main event, I spent one week exploring the Svaneti region thanks to the Georgia tourism board. They invited bloggers and content creators to discover and explore the region. Needless to say, all opinions are my own. Georgia (the country, not the US […]
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I spent about a week in Sierra Leone thanks to the Sierra Leone tourism board. They invited four travel bloggers to discover and explore the country. Needless to say, all opinions are my own. Sierra Leone is one of the best kept secrets of West Africa. It’s not the most visited country in the world […]
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I spent ten days in Czech Republic to attend a travel blogging conference. After the main event, I spent a few days exploring South Moravia thanks to the Czech Republic tourism board. They invited bloggers and content creators to discover and explore the region. Needless to say, all opinions are my own. I’ve been to Czech […]
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Brno is the second largest city of Czech Republic (after Prague), and it’s the capital of the region of Moravia. It has a long history and there are numerous historical attractions you’re going to love. It has tiny cobbled streets, bustling squares and a beautiful architecture, which make it a charming city. There are many […]
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OMG who would have believed it? I opened my online travel agency! I have my own travel agency, selling tours in Africa! Yeah sure it’s a French one, for French travelers, but still! I never thought I could do this a year ago! Actually I didn’t even know that was something I was able to […]
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Chicago is the third most populated city in the US and it’s one of the most popular destination in the US among tourists! Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, an art lover, a shopaholic, a sports enthusiast or a party animal, you’re gonna have a good time there! But where to stay in Chicago? […]
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Austin is getting so popular lately! It might be in Texas, but you’d be surprised how different it is than the rest of the state. Each neighborhood in Austin has a distinct identity and vibe, and there’s so much to do there. It has a great live music scene and delicious food. But where to […]
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Montpellier is a lively and dynamic city in the south of France. Many students live there, and Montpellier is a few miles away from the Mediterranean sea. Montpellier is the seventh largest city in France. It boasts about 300 sunny days annually and offers nature, culture and a cool nightlife. What to do in Montpellier? […]
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London is probably one of the most dynamic cities in the world! There are always numerous things to do there! It’s a cosmopolitan city with numerous museums, restaurants serving food from all over the world, beautiful parks, pubs, cute markets, etc. Planning to go there? London is a big city, finding the right area to […]
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Barcelona is one of the most popular cities in Europe. Either if you’re traveling solo, with your family, your soulmate or with your friends, you’re gonna have a good time in Barcelona! There’s so much to do there: museums, beach, tapas, markets, parks, areas to visit, etc. But finding where to stay in Barcelona can be […]
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We don’t have figures illustrating this phenomenon (I can get it, knowing what I’m talking about), but I can tell one thing : travelers’ diarrhea, also called the runs, hits almost every long term traveler, but also people just going on holidays for two or three weeks, usually in developing countries. Some countries have the […]
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My visit to Baku didn’t start out well. I had been in Armenia just before, and as I was explaining on my post about Yerevan, Armenia and Azerbaijan are not in good terms at all. Actually, it’s impossible to go to Azerbaijan from Armenia (and vice versa). I had to go back to Tbilisi in […]
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“Sorry, the Yerevan free walking tour scheduled in two days is cancelled. We completely forgot about it, but the day after tomorrow, it’s Vardavar!“ Huh? What the hell is this? I had planned to visit the city with a local, to find out more about Yerevan and Armenia in general (I often do this when […]
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We all know New York is the city that never sleeps. This statement in even truer summertime. The temperatures are higher and the locals are out, enjoying life and the numerous activities in the city. The city really comes alive and this is when you realize there are numerous things to do in New York […]
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As I was visiting Lille, I often heard about an unmissable, a place I had to see called la piscine (the swimming pool in French). “What, you’re telling I have to go to a swimming pool!? But… Why? What’s so special about this swimming pool?” Then someone explained that it’s not a swimming pool, but […]
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Visiting Lille wasn’t my first priority on my list of places to visit. I’m actually wondering why. Lille is only one hour away by train from Paris (where I live) and less than three hours away by car. Moreover, Lille is located between Paris, Brussels, London, and Amsterdam so it’s easy to get there. You […]
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The black lives matter movement put the spotlight on the struggles of black people in the USA and all over the world. Consequently, people started reading books written by black authors, and anti-racist books sales soared following the death of George Floyd. Looking for some of the best black history books written by black authors? […]
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Toronto is a beautiful city and most people who go there love it. But wintry days are freezing and the locals tend to hibernate. Fortunately the weather is much nicer in spring. Yes, spring in Toronto means you’ll finally able to enjoy all the green spaces, farmers’ markets and numerous festivals! Thinking about going there? […]
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Wintry days in Chicago are really cold. No wonder locals and tourists are eagerly awaiting spring! Yes spring in Chicago means enjoying green spaces, farmer’s markets, plenty of events and festivals and cocktails on a fancy rooftop! It’s one of the best places to visit in Illinois! Are you wondering what are the things to […]
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Before reading the article, be aware that I wrote a 200+ pages book about traveling as a black person. Click here for more info. With the pandemic paralyzing the planet, it’s complicated to travel. You have to look back on your past previous getaways, or dream about future holidays far from home. While we wait […]
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Hi! I'm Roobens, from Paris. Wanna know what it's like to travel in some areas of the world as a black person? There's not much info online about black travel, so follow my journey here!
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