Quite often I’m asked a variety of questions about my lifestyle and how it is that I came to live it. And more times than not, I give the generic, “I teach in the Middle East which makes travel super affordable.” Although true, I think people need to hear the raw and real Tia lifetime […]
Category: TRAVEL GUIDES
Ramadan Kareem!!
*NOTE TO READER** Information in this article is based on my experiences while living in the UAE. I do not practice Islam and I am not an expert on the religion. I am solely giving my perspective. Now, go on and read!! Hey, Travelers Hey!! Ramadan is approaching with lightning speed, and after 3.5 […]
QUIZ: WHAT TYPE OF TRAVELER ARE YOU?
Travel in itself takes a special kind of person. And when you start talking about adding other people, agendas, and personalities to the mix you can rest assured you will possibly, most certainly, PROBABLY run into some hiccups. Now, a travelers persona can change from trip to trip. I usually like to think of myself […]
I Ain’t Never Scared! (Travel Fears)
Dream Trip Scenario: Wake up on time with a perfectly packed bag, stop and have a snack before departure. All documents are present and accounted for. Flight staff is friendly, the flight path is clear, landing impeccable! The trip is unmatched, no problems, no scams just sun, fun and hella pictures. Trip Scenario In My […]
Disgraceful Deportation
Young, Black and DEPORTED. Traveling is not for the faint of heart. Of course, Instagram paints a pretty travel life picture. Blue waters, dope explorations, exotic dishes, great shots with bomb outfits as part of the backdrop. Travel life is IT! But what’s not IT is sitting in immigration waiting to be deported. Let me […]