The Weekly Passport

Hello Travel Buddies!

Welcome back to your Weekly Passport newsletter!

We’re back with new stories that dive deep into Black history, culture, and the unique travel experiences that bring us all closer together. This week, we’ve got exciting updates on our latest projects, a look into Kenya’s vibrant festival scene, and a story that highlights how a Black museum in San Antonio is preserving essential narratives. Let’s dive in!

In this issue, you’ll learn about:

• Our upcoming project documenting Harriet Tubman’s “chosen home” in Cayuga County, NY.

• Carmen’s cultural exploration at the Kenya Blanket & Wine Festival.

• How a Black museum in San Antonio is preserving history through the excavation of Green Book locations.

COMPANY UPDATES
CULTURE TRAVELS MEETS DESCENDANTS OF HARRIET TUBMAN

We are incredibly honored to announce our next project that uncovers a lesser-known chapter of Harriet Tubman’s life in Cayuga County, where she found peace, and comfort, and built a community for herself after her work on the Underground Railroad. This project will offer new insights into a different, quieter chapter of Tubman’s life—one that showcases her resilience, entrepreneurship, and sense of community. This project follows our feature on the restoration of Harriet Tubman’s home church.

In partnership with Tour Cayuga, we will create a unique photography project that documents the places and artifacts that made this region Harriet Tubman’s “chosen home.” The project will feature special conversations with her descendant, Michele Jones Galvin, shedding light on how Tubman cultivated a life of normalcy while remaining deeply engaged with her community—like selling her locally grown produce to fund her initiatives and care for those in need.

Stay tuned for project updates on our Instagram!

🧳 TRAVEL
KENYA BLANKET & WINE FESTIVAL!

During Carmen’s visit to Kenya for the Magical Kenya Expo, she ventured beyond the conference halls to explore some of the community-created experiences that make Kenya truly special. One of the highlights of her trip was the Kenya Blanket & Wine Festival.

Blankets & Wine is an international music festival that brings together emerging and established African artists, celebrating the richness of African culture through music, art, human connections, and lifestyle. Founded in 2008 in Nairobi, the festival has since grown into a beloved event that unites people from across the continent, with editions in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.

Carmen was captivated by the energy of the festival, where attendees lounged on blankets under the sun, enjoying live music, good wine, and vibrant expressions of African culture.

Check out this video featuring some of the coolest Kenyan styles Carmen saw at the festival.

CULTURE
STANDING ON BUSINESS, THIS SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM GIVES BLACK PEOPLE A CHOICE - A RADICAL ACT IN AMERICA

Every community needs a voice, and in San Antonio, that voice is coming from the African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM). Our latest story dives into how this museum is using the power of stories to create freedom of choice for Black people—a radical act in America.

Through the excavation of Green Book locations, SAAACAM is shining a light on the hidden histories of safe havens and Black-owned businesses that once served as crucial lifelines during the era of segregation. By uncovering and preserving these sites, the museum is not only honoring the past but also empowering the community to take pride in their history and heritage.

Click here to read the full story and learn how SAAACAM is keeping the radical legacy of Victor Hugo Green’s Green Book alive.

Travel Tips!
TRAVEL TIP OF THE WEEK: CONCERNED ABOUT TRAVEL SAFETY?

When it comes to travel, safety is always top of mind—especially for Black travelers. Enter Green Book Global, a modern-day version of Victor Hugo Green’s original Green Book, designed to help Black travelers navigate the world safely.

Lawrence Phillips, the founder of Green Book Global, created the app after traveling to 30 countries and recognizing how difficult it can be to gauge safety as a Black traveler. The app functions like a Yelp for travel, allowing users to rate destinations based on categories like "Safety While Traveling Black," "Affordability," and more.

In a world where sundown towns still exist, Green Book Global offers Black travelers a necessary resource for identifying welcoming cities and avoiding places that might not be safe. It’s a must-have app for any Black traveler looking to plan a stress-free, informed trip.

Learn more about Green Book Global and how it can help you on your next journey here.

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