{"id":30897,"date":"2020-06-05T18:17:35","date_gmt":"2020-06-05T17:17:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=30897"},"modified":"2020-06-05T18:17:37","modified_gmt":"2020-06-05T17:17:37","slug":"travellers-show-up-for-black-lives-matter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/travellers-show-up-for-black-lives-matter\/","title":{"rendered":"Travellers of the World: It\u2019s Time to Show Up For Black Lives Matter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Travellers have lamented that exploring the world and learning about different cultures has made them better people \u2014 more open-minded and compassionate and empathic. How many of us take the experiences we gather and transform it into a force for good in our own backyards?<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mainstream narrative for travel is that it impacts us positively by allowing us to learn about different cultures, and as such making us better citizens of the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, what becomes of that once we come back home? Our Instagram feeds are filled with stories of our life-changing experiences, but is that where it stops? In a post? We ask this question especially in light of what is currently happening \u2014 and has historically happened \u2014 to Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many of us find the means and resources to volunteer in-destination, support local communities, and prioritise eco-friendly, ethical and responsible travel. So, has all that zeal, compassion and open-mindedness translated in our daily lives and a little closer to home for things that are happening on our doorstep?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If every single one of us is not using some of the same gusto that we travel with to help the BIPOC community right now, travel hasn\u2019t made us better, it\u2019s just fooled us into thinking that we are. If you consider yourself a citizen of the world, it\u2019s time to actively show up for Black Lives Matter and to show solidarity and support for BIPOC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Support the Black Lives Matter movement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In light of the recent events and the momentum the Black Lives Matter movement has gained, it\u2019s never been clearer that taking legitimate action is the only path forward when it comes to being actively anti-racist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many of us want to step up, and the question on our minds is what can we do? We have to use everything we have available to us to answer the call to action. Use your platforms, privilege and resources to support the BIPOC community. Show solidarity by listening and educating yourself, sign petitions, donate if you have the means, and if you can, protest and march in the face of injustice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In many ways, travellers are at an advantage. We have been exposed to different cultures, values, customs, and ways of living, and we\u2019ve had the opportunity to tap into our empathy, compassion and understanding while exploring the world. It\u2019s time for us to channel all of that right now to support Black Lives Matter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a travel publication, we recognise that Days to Come must become a better ally. We hope that you will join us on this road, because it is by far the most important journey we will ever make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a traveller, how can I support the BIPOC community?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Travel is yet another industry where BIPOC are severely underrepresented, but in recent years there has been a surge in BIPOC millennials exploring the world and documenting their travels online, giving birth to the Black Travel Movement. You can support the BIPOC community with your passion for travel by following and supporting BIPOC content creators and writers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below you will find travel writers, bloggers and influencers to follow and support, along with some causes to support if you have the means to donate, and travel resources for BIPOC globetrotters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notable Black women in the travel industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jessica Nabongo<\/a> \u2014 the first Black woman to travel every country <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kellee Edwards<\/a> \u2014 the first Black woman to have a show on the Travel Channel <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zim Ugochukwu<\/a> \u2014 the founder of Travel Noire <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sheila Johnson<\/a> \u2014 CEO and founder of Salamander Hotels & Resorts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cherae Robinson<\/a> \u2014 CEO and founder of Tastemakers Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel influencers to follow<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Oneika Raymond<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ciara Johnson<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gloria Antanmo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jessica Ufuoma<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Evita Robinson<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Francesca Murray<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel podcasts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Soul Society 101<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Necessary Baggage<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black Women Travel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel books<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Go Girl: The Black Woman\u2019s Book of Adventure and Travel<\/strong> edited by Elaine Lee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Stranger in the Village: Two Centuries of African-American Travel Writing<\/strong> edited by Farah J. Griffin and Cheryl J. Fish <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Adventure Gap: Changing the Face of the Outdoors<\/strong> edited by Virginia Whatley Smith <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Richard Wright\u2019s Travel Writings: New Reflections<\/strong> by James E. Mills <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meeting Faith<\/strong> by Faith Adiele <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All God\u2019s Children Need Traveling Shoes<\/strong> by Maya Angelou <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Searching for Zion<\/strong> by Emily Raboteau<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South of Haunted Dreams: A Ride Through Slavery\u2019s Old Back Yard<\/strong> by Eddy L. Harris<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BIPOC travel resources<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Black Travel Agents<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 More than just an agent, this travel agency offers a recruitment program for Black women and men. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Noire<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Founded in 2014, this digital media provides millennials of the African Diaspora with inspiring content to assist them with discovering destinations and plan trips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nomadness Travel Tribe<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Founded in 2011 by Evita Robinson, this was the first digital travel community ever created for BIPOC millennials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organisations to support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n