You'd be surprised how the plastic bottles we take for granted have been used around the world in some of the most innovative ways ...
Deals & Promos
Promo: American Airlines – 2x Miles on Chicago to California Routes
American Airlines is sweetening the deal on trips between Chicago and West ...
Promo: American Airlines Appraiser – Up To 3K Miles
American Airlines is making a big push to get their AAdvantage frequent ...
How’d We Do? Promo Surfing in ATL & Boca
Once again this promo-surfing obsession has not failed us. In a whirlwind ...
Travel Stories
Reflecting on Race: Munich
Mark Twain was right. “Travel IS fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” My experience in Munich reminded me of this truth.
Musical Musings: 5 Songs About Mama Africa!
I’ve been vibing all day to 5 great songs written by African artists, sharing good thoughts about their motherland. Listen with me.
Happy Birthday, Madiba!
When I logged into Twitter and saw that Nelson Mandela had bubbled to the top of today’s topic trends, I worried that something bad had happened. The opposite is true. It’s his 93rd birthday!
Expense Report: 6 Days in YVR for The Cost of Air
Looking for $$-saving travel tips? Need a little evidence that they work? Here’s a cost breakdown for my recent 6-day trip to Vancouver, BC – air, lodging, ground & extras!
Global Culture: Introduce Your Kids Early
Cute books exposing young children to cultures and languages through food and culinary customs.
Brown Girls Flying: Michelle, Malia & Sasha O
It’s pretty exciting for us to see Michelle Obama showing her daughters the world. Last year they vacationed in southern Spain and this year a good will trip to Africa! What an amazing way to grow up!
Musical Musings: Americana
It’s Independence Day! Here’s a little mood music — songs celebrating the great towns of America — to get you jazzed while you’re prepping for today’s barbecues, beach outings and family time. Happy Listening!
Film & Culture: 4 Shorts Honoring The World’s Mothers & Nurturers
It’s Mother’s Day here in the US. While many might argue that it’s an artificial holiday created by greeting card companies, there is something special about setting aside the time to reflect on your life, the role your mother has played in it, and the chance to thank her for all the love and sacrifice [...]
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5 Travel Films With Important Life Lessons
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Relaunching BrownGirlsFly!
- Promo: Easy 6K Points @ PriorityClub
- Musings: Protect Women or Their Culture?
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Travel Tunes: FLY AWAY
Charity Spotlight: ADRA
As global travelers, we are sensitized to the social and economic needs of the world around us. We've identified several charities doing important work in the world and we'll be donating 10% of BGF proceeds to the charity of the moment.
