BrownGirlsFly

For any antsy traveler with months to go before the next adventure, film has a way of connecting you deeply to a locale and its culture. Here are five films with very different but equally compelling stories about the trip of a lifetime.

For someone like me who’s been obsessed with the window seat for as long as I can remember, I was excited to hear Erykah Badu’s ode to wanderlust, escapism and return. Indulge me as I muse about her “Window Seat” lyrics and what they say to my traveler’s soul.

Taking advantage of a United Airlines promotional and a cheap same day fare, I hopped a 7am flight to LaGuardia, spent the day in New York City and was home in time for a late dinner. Here’s a little visual stimulation from a fantastic Mileage Run.

In a whirlwind weekend involving 3 cities, a church convention, a wedding, and a beach romp, we were a little nervous about the costs. Here’s how deal-watching, coupon-hunting, and frequent traveler memberships made the difference.

Despite an excited start, the BrownGirlsFly chicas have been quiet for the past couple months. The daily grind and family commitments pilfered some of our spare time, leaving us little head space for blogging. And, our own lull in globetrotting left us lacking some internal inspiration. But, now, it’s time to get up and dance!