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Inside Egypt
A vivid, honest travel experience through Cairo, exploring the contrast between its crowded urban life and the breathtaking beauty of the Pyramids of Giza. The writer shares practical tips on tours, food, stay, and local culture, while highlighting excursions like the Citadel of Cairo and a getaway to Sharm El Sheikh—blending luxury, authenticity, and cultural immersion into one memorable Egyptian adventure.
Seventh Heaven Itineraries for Indonesia & Malaysia
In this vibrant travel piece, Michaela Franklin shares her journey through Bali and Kuala Lumpur, blending cultural exploration, luxury stays, and real travel insights. The article contrasts Bali’s tranquil, nature-immersed villa life—complete with unique indoor-outdoor living, spiritual temples, and lively nightlife—with Kuala Lumpur’s sleek urban energy, world-class hospitality, and upscale experiences. Through personal anecdotes, budget tips, and curated activities, the piece offers a dynamic, experience-rich itinerary for travelers seeking both relaxation and cosmopolitan adventure.
Water, Healing, and Travel
In this deeply personal and reflective essay, Michaela Franklin explores the complex, emotional relationship between Black people and water—woven through history, trauma, and healing. Beginning with her own near-drowning experience and later moments of solace by the sea in Muscat, she connects personal memory with collective history, from slavery and segregation to modern-day cultural fears around water. Through travel experiences in places like Bali and Zanzibar, the article highlights how stepping outside the U.S. allows Black travelers to reclaim joy, freedom, and confidence in aquatic spaces. Ultimately, it reframes water not just as a source of pain, but as a powerful medium for healing, liberation, and reconnection.
How Travel Can Save your Mental Health, and Possibly, your Life
In this bold and personal narrative, Michaela Stephens reflects on her decision to leave corporate life in the United States in search of freedom, safety, and a better quality of life abroad. Through her experiences living in Saudi Arabia and ultimately settling in Oman, she contrasts the challenges of being a Black American—marked by systemic racism and fear—with the sense of peace, dignity, and belonging she finds overseas. The article serves as both a critique of the American experience and an empowering call for Black individuals to explore life beyond borders, using travel as a pathway to healing, self-worth, and liberation.