Travel is often revered as a personal exploration of interests, new discoveries, and the liberation of rest and leisure. We jet off to Timbuktu in attempt to escape the monotony of routine, for a change of scenery, educational adventures, business, volunteering, or anything in between. However, we must acknowledge that for most people, the process of making these voyages a reality is a luxury in itself — not just monetarily; it can be determined, facilitated or impeded, by what passport you hold.

Being a Northern California native, my love for Oakland developed in college when I found myself living in close proximity to the Bay Area.

Originally from Ghana, Nana's studies brought him to China where he has lived for a number of years. Here he shares with us his recommendations from a local's perspective. If you are considering travel to the country, this is a must read... 

Garvin Reid is a passionate traveler and photographer whose career in academia brought him to Abu Dhabi. Read on as he gives us an insider’s perspective on what this region has to offer... 

Founder of the travel blog Lively Journey, Moulaye Diarra is a creative who's pursuit of beauty and excitement has led him to various countries outside of his residence in Paris. Follow him as he explores a little-known island off the coast of Central Africa: São Tomé and Príncipe. 

Karen specializes in international law and has a deep passion for travel and sustainability. Thus her alias, The Black Voyager, is quite a fitting name. Read on as she shares what she recently discovered about her ancestral country, Ghana.

Not only is Jenna's journalism detailed and intrepid, but her insights on travel are crucially informative. Read on as she shares her experience as an American reporting in Nepal and India...

Katie is a California native living in Mexico, who found herself amazed by spectacular ecology and landscapes on her recent trip to Costa Rica. Read on as she shares her tips and experiences from the region…

Brittney Disov is a freelance virtual assistant based in Chicago, Illinois. Her curious disposition and deep love of travel has emboldened her to launch a travel and lifestyle blog that highlights the magical, diverse and kind world we live in. She enjoys museums, yoga and dining out at new eateries. Here she shares with us a complete guide to Kyoto, Japan.

Thaïs is an actress and writer originally from Trinidad and Tobago. An alumna of New York University, she currently resides in Los Angeles. She has toured as an actress both nationally and internationally and has also written and produced for film and theater. Her original play OUTCRY based on the lives of Trayvon Martin and Emmett Till has been produced throughout the U.S., featured in American Theater Magazine, and has been used in school curricula to address racial tension. Her short film Late Expectations has screened in festivals across the world and was honored at ESSENCE’s Black Women in Hollywood with the “Discover Award.” She has been honored by the Root Magazine as one of the 25 under 25 Top Innovators in America, and her academic writings and speeches have been presented in symposiums across the U.S. She also has a holistic interior design company "Thais & Co." which focuses on internal wellness through design. Read on to explore her complete guide to the marvelous country of Cuba...

Raised in Montreal and of Haitian descent, Kevin Calixte's photography— like his personal history— inhabits multiple worlds. He explores humans' internal states of balance, and reveals how we can recognize that balance in nature and rock formations. 

Francesca Murray is a Californian turned travel journalist who has spent an extensive amount of time on the Caribbean island of Martinique. In this guide to the country, she offers us her insider knowledge about this charming location.

NYC-based professional Chanel Vann embarked on a solo trip to Southeast Asia between jobs. From volunteering with elephants in Cambodia to exploring Thailand and Vietnam...read on to experience this journey with her. 

Jakiya was born an old soul who longed to see the world. While it took her until she was 23 to be able to do so, her story serves to inspire those who are interested in international travel but don't quite know how to take the leap. Read on to find out how she went from working in marketing in NYC to working for herself across the globe...

Regan is a passionate and curious American college student who's recent trip to Nepal was both creative and humanitarian. Read on to find out about the peace she found in this special country.

Congolese documentary photographer Victoire Douniama recently moved back to his home country to tell the story of the exciting and beautiful Congo-Brazzaville. Read on to discover more...

Stephany Daal is an adventurous communications professional who is based in Brussels, but her special relationship to Suriname has fueled her growing interest in travel writing and photography. Read on to hear about this special little country on the Northeastern coast of South America. 

Nashville based photographer Jessica Wardwell recently found herself in Greece for a professional project. There she discovered magic in its architecture, landscape, and people. Read on to discover her full story. 

While most of South East Asia is a serious drawcard for travellers around the world, Myanmar is still relatively untouched - an enticing location for any traveller filled with wanderlust.

Scott Jackson is a medical professional by day but a keen and passionate photographer during his travels. Recently he found himself exploring the once forbidden island of Cuba. Read on to find out why his trip was so special... 

College student Matthew Dea's fascinating personal geography has lead him to various corners of the globe; including the United States, Southern and Eastern Africa, and recently Liberia. Read on as he reveals the unknown treasures and beauties of Monrovia. 

Meet Elisia Brown: a London-based social media editor with a penchant for Bad Girls Club re-runs, literature and ASMR tingles. Living in China for a year gave her her first taste of solo travel and wanderlust, and she's been hooked ever since...Read on to experience a complete guide to her home city. 

New York city is a mystery to many, an artistic haven for some, and a fascination for all. Creative professionals Tiffany and Amber Davis give us a glimpse of modern life in the Big Apple. 

Kendrick Payne gives us a view into his three years as an American expat in South Korea. Not only has he cultivated his interpersonal skills and his lust for life...Kendrick has found a sense of freedom through his travels. Read on to find out more.

Travel blogger and writer Darah is on a two-folded mission when she travels – to dispel the stigma against Arab women traveling alone, and to promote the idea of sustainable travel.  Her passion for this self-appointed mission is sure to serve as an eye-opening source of information for all future travelers.

Jennifer Pauline brought her story telling skills from Los Angeles to Mexico City, where she allowed the nation's fascinating cuisine, culture, and history to speak for itself. Read on as we experience the heart of Mexico with her.

Jade Spadina is an Australian corporate professional who enjoys creative pursuits in her spare time, and took a break from her law books to study the beautiful landscapes and cultural ecology of the Philippines.