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Focusing on the heritage of African-descended travelers not just in Africa but also the United States, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. it's a thriving and fascinating segment of the travel market. Check out this group to see how!

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Morna, the iconic music of Cape Verde, West Africa

Virginia Humanities Slow, lyrical, and deeply expressive, often described as "the sound of longing carried on Atlantic winds," morna emerged in the 19th century, particularly on the island of Boa Vista and later São Vicente, shaped by a blend of African rhythms, Portuguese song traditions, and even from Brazil and the Caribbean across the Atlantic. Over time, it evolved into a refined urban style, closely associated with cafés, salons, and small ensembles rather than large public…

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11 of the best experiences in Haiti

SPC Gibran Torres Haiti, really? You´re no doubt wondering. Well, yes, the Americas´ most impoverished country has been an abject basket case for many years, and its current tragic vicissitudes with violence and instability make it seem unlikely to recover any time soon. But here´s a reminder of what a fundamentally beautiful country this is, how rich is its history, how vibrant its culture, and how friendly its people – as I can attest when I visited way back in 26 years ago. This, then, is…

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A look at the traditional arts and crafts of Kenya

For many, the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to Kenya is wildlife and safaris. But visitors should also keep in mind this country´s rich artistic and cultural heritage - thanks to its more than 70 ethnic groups such as the Kikuyu, Kamba, Luhya, Maasai, and Kalenjin - both to witness (such as tribal dances) and to buy as mementos of their trip here (esecially masks, figurines, and other forms of sculpture). This beautiful country keeps the spirit of its ancestors alive…

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5 Key Places in the USA to Explore the Life & Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

nps.org The unwavering commitment to equality, justice, and nonviolent protest of one of the premier civil rights leaders of the 20th century had a profound impact on U.S. and even world history both during his lifetime and in the more than half century since. And the holiday established in his name, celebrated on January 15, is a chance to celebrate diversity, explore the richness of history, and uphold the principles that MLK Jr. devotedly upheld. And these five spots across the country…

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María José April 9, 2026 at 12:52pm

Another nice article about the increasing number European tour guides shedding light across the continent about their cities' African-heritage sides: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/02/hidden-in-plain-sight...

‘Hidden in plain sight’: the European city tours of slavery and colonialism

From Puerta del Sol plaza in Madrid to the Tuileries Garden in Paris, guides reshape stories continent tells about itself
José Balido October 22, 2025 at 10:23am

I´m planning a return soon to Lisbon, and as I love to explore lesser known "ethnic" eateries these are very much on my bucket list! https://www.cntraveler.com/story/lisbon-restaurants-for-discovering...

8 Lisbon Restaurants for Discovering the City's African Diaspora

From Cape Verdean food in São Bento to Mozambican crab curry in the Mouraria neighborhood.
Jorge Carlos Tejada Sobrino October 20, 2025 at 12:42pm

Apparently in Ghana, African-Americans returning to the ancestral homeland to live is not all kente cloth and smiles... https://text.npr.org/1225192589

A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions
David Paul Appell October 18, 2025 at 9:24am

I remember having a fantastic time in Salvador! https://www.tripadvisor.com/Articles-lqp6UPyzOHv4-Black_brazilians_...

The Black Brazilians’ guide to Salvador de Bahia - Tripadvisor

Samba street parties, seafood stews, and sandy beach days.
Helen Brown December 31, 2024 at 3:41pm

This is a longstanding phenomenon and is apparently picking up in popularity https://travelnoire.com/black-americans-africa

More Black Americans Are Leaving The U.S. To Live In Africa—Here's Why - Travel Noire
Dave Acton November 11, 2024 at 12:44pm

I definitely plan to book this tour soon! https://travelnoire.com/british-tour-guide-black-culture-in-london

How This British Tour Guide Unveils Black Culture In London - Travel Noire
Jorge Carlos Tejada Sobrino January 18, 2024 at 11:26am

Travel Noir takes a look at Afro heritage in Cartagena, Colombia: https://travelnoire.com/cartagena-columbia-travel-guide

Cartagena, Colombia Travel Guide: Experience The City’s Rich Afro-Caribbean Heritage - Travel Noire

Cartagena is a city that is deeply connected to Afro-Caribbean culture. There is a significant amount of people with direct African descent and a...
Helen Brown September 2, 2023 at 11:22am

A landmark for African-American history opens in Charleston, South Carolina: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/charleston-black-...

The International African American Museum reckons with Charleston's history

Historians estimate that some 90 percent of African Americans can trace one ancestor back to Charleston. The International African American Museum ce…
José Balido April 8, 2023 at 4:13pm

I'm going back to Paris next month, and in searching for a couple of new things to see/do I came across this interesting nugget about black heritage. I think I'll give it a go! https://www.thedailybeast.com/a-paris-tour-where-you-probably-know-...

A Paris Tour Where You Probably Know as Much as a Parisian

For nearly a decade, Kévi Donat has been giving tours of Paris that focus on the history of its Black residents—a history that many of its French tou…
Riccardo R November 4, 2022 at 12:05pm

Earlier this year, the Washington Post shined a light on a little known but quite interesting side to Canada that might be of interest to some visitors: five museums showcasing black history, in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and even Saskatchewan: https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2022/06/23/canada-black-histo...

In Canada, five museums that celebrate the country’s Black history

Five museums that are working to preserve and celebrate the history of Black Canadians.