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This Summer Travel Report Highlights How Black Travelers Are Shaping Their 2025 Adventures

BLK, the leading dating and social app for the Black community, released its summer travel report, revealing how Black travelers are planning their getaways this year. According to the report, Black travelers are embracing trips that prioritize self-care, meaningful connections, and cultural heritage.
Self-care is at the heart of Black travelers’ preferences, with 47 percent prioritizing beach escapes or wellness retreats. Others are chasing adventure, exploring new cultures, or keeping an eye out for romance. Another key trend is solo travel, with 48.3 percent of respondents planning trips centered on self-discovery and personal freedom.
But not everyone is going it alone. Many are seeking shared experiences, with 21.6 percent planning to travel with friends, 16.4 percent with romantic partners or through group tours, and 13.7 percent with family. About half of the respondents are open to new connections, and about a quarter have formed lasting friendships or casual ties while traveling.
When it comes to choosing where to go, Black travelers are seeking destinations that reflect their heritage and offer a chance to recharge and unwind. Cities like Atlanta, Lagos, and London are among the favorites, along with sun-soaked beach spots like Barbados and Zanzibar. Cultural hubs with strong ties to the African diaspora, such as Ghana and Bahia, Brazil, also rank high, as do adventure-rich locations like Costa Rica and Cape Town.
Nearly half of the respondents say their dream trip includes an unscripted journey that combines city, beach, and nature. Others are looking for group adventures, cultural immersions, or wellness retreats, with activities that range from concerts and nightlife to spa days and historical tours.
Of course, hitting the road isn’t always easy. Financial barriers remain the biggest hurdle, with 37.3 percent citing cost as a concern, followed by safety worries at 27.3 percent. Technology is proving to be a helpful travel companion, with nearly 47 percent of travelers surveyed turning to the BLK app and Instagram to discover local events and make new connections on the go. While AI tools and rewards apps are making trip planning easier, many still appreciate the beauty of spontaneous exploration.
A 2024 report released by Tripadvisor and Group Black shed light on the travel preferences of Black travelers in the U.S.
A MMGY study found that Black leisure travelers took over 184 million trips in 2023, spending a record $145 billion. Black travelers are projected to spend an additional $1,300 per person on travel in 2025.
Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
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11 Best Spas in Paris, From Dior to La Mer

The only thing better than a trip to the City of Light? A visit to one of the best spas in Paris while you’re there. The capital of culture, fashion, and fine dining also stands out as a destination for wellness—no matter the type of treatment you’re looking for, you’ll find it. Home to renowned beauty experts like acupuncturist and facial rejuvenation specialist Elaine Huntzinger, facialist Jeanne Casimir, energy balancing massage therapist Agnieszka Szablonska, and Mélanie Huynh, the founder of the holistic French beauty brand Holidermie, Paris more than delivers when it comes to massages, facials, body scrubs, and overall zen.
Whether you’re after a petite pause with some pampering in between long walks along the Champs-Élysées or just want to kill a few hours at a luxe hotel spa, there are plenty of wonderful spots to choose from in this European wellness mecca. For a full mind and body reset within the most spectacular settings—using the crème de la crème of French products—these are the addresses to book. Read on for the best spas in Paris.
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Tracee Ellis Ross’ travel series renewed for second season

Tracee Ellis Ross will continue to bring fans along her solo travels. Her Roku Originals series, Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross, has been greenlit for a second season, which promises “even more meaningful moments and scenic escapes as Ross sets off to new destinations,” according to a press release.
The news arrives after a successful first season that made history as the most-watched unscripted Roku Originals series within its first two weeks in terms of unique viewers.
“Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross is the #1 unscripted show in Roku history, and now we get to do it all again with a Season 2!” Tracee said in a statement. “Thank you to Roku for your incredible partnership and care with my show, and to the amazing team that made it all possible. But the biggest thank you goes to everyone who has watched, embraced, and shared my journeys.”
“The way the show is resonating feels truly special—all of the comments, the conversations, the connection… my cup runneth over,” she continued. “So here’s to all the solo travelers out there, the aspiring solo travelers, those who share in the joy of solo travel by watching me do it and, of course, to my fellow over-packers! There’s so much more to see and do—the world is our oyster! I can’t wait to see where I’ll be going next and to bring all of you along.”
Season 1 of Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross is now streaming on The Roku Channel.
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7 Exciting New Airline Routes Launching This Winter

As winter 2025 approaches, US airlines are rolling out a dynamic slate of new routes, including the first-ever international flights from Oklahoma, expanded Caribbean access from Atlanta, and fifth-freedom flights within Asia.
This wave of expansion points to a larger industry trend: carriers are increasingly tapping into untapped or underserved markets, making international travel more accessible. Whether travelers are hitting the ski slopes in the Western US, soaking in the Mexico sun, or setting off for adventures Down Under, these new flights open the door to more seamless, inspired escapes this winter.
The first nonstop service from the US to Adelaide
Beginning December 11, 2025, United Airlines will launch the first-ever nonstop service between the US and Adelaide, Australia. Operating from San Francisco (SFO) to Adelaide (ADL) on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the route will offer three weekly flights through March 2026.
Often called the “20 Minutes City,” Adelaide is a dynamic, pedestrian-friendly center of arts and culture in South Australia. Start your visit at the bustling Adelaide Central Market, then explore North Terrace, home to renowned institutions such as the Art Gallery of South Australia and the South Australian Museum. Just a short drive away, the Barossa Valley beckons with award-winning wineries and picturesque vineyards.
American Airlines’ record-breaking Mexico schedule
On November 8, 2025, American Airlines will make history as the first carrier to launch international service from the state of Oklahoma. The new nonstop route from Oklahoma City (OKC) to Cancun, Mexico (CUN) will operate once per week on a Boeing 737.
Soon after, American Airlines is also launching its first-ever nonstop service to Puerto Escondido (PXM), Mexico, starting December 3, 2025. The new route, operating twice weekly from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) on Embraer 175 aircraft, provides convenient access to one of Mexico’s emerging coastal destinations. The expansion is part of American Airlines’ record-setting growth in Mexico, where it now serves 30 destinations—more than any other US carrier.
From Atlanta to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Beginning December 20, 2025, Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop service from Atlanta (ATL) to St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVD), becoming the sole US carrier to offer direct flights from Atlanta to the island nation. The seasonal service, operated daily aboard a Boeing 737-800, will run through April 12, 2026.
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