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Black Girl Travels

Travel the World Boldly and Safely

Destination guides for Black women: entry rules, safety, getting around, and where you will feel welcome.

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Black American leisure travelers spent $145 billion in 2023, and 79% say safety and a welcoming atmosphere shape where they go (MMGY Travel Intelligence). We write practical, honest guides for Black women: what to expect at the border, how to get around, who to call, and how Black visitors are treated.

Why Black Girl Travels

Traveling With Map

Woman Smiling on Train

Woman Hiking Outdoors

Your Travel Toolkit

Practical tools for Black women abroad, checked and dated.

Safety Toolkit

Emergency numbers for 17 destinations, the official pages to read and a pre-trip checklist.

Natural Hair Abroad

Where products are hard to find, and how to find a braider before you land.

Women-Only Rides

Train cars and taxis reserved for women, from Tokyo to Mexico City.

Where We Feel Welcome

Six published lists compared, with the fine print.

Plan Your Next Trip

Safety tips, entry rules and getting around, country by country.

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