For lifelong travelers, the idea of a home base is a fraught one. Obviously, we want a place to store our favorite things, host friends and fellow wanderers, and maybe even build a home life and family, despite an innate aversion to fixed expenses. But the allure, the magnetism of the world never ceases to […]
On Miami, Travel, and Foundation-Building Read More
On this episode, I talk with Greg Gross, journalist and explorer who spent four decades writing for publications such as the San Francisco Examiner, the Associated Press, and the San Diego Union-Tribune. Greg started his blog I’m Black and I Travel in 2009 and runs Trips by Greg, which connects intrepid travelers with the countries
Fly Brother Talks with Greg Gross of I’m Black and I Travel Read More
Two questions: Are you single? Do you want to chill on this beach in Mexico? If the answer is yes to both, then come with FLY BROTHER creator Ernest White II for the Vivir/Mischief in Mexico singles experience. Organized by luxury travel companies Up in the Air Life and Baecations, it’s a celebration of life
Fly Brother Goes to Mexico Read More
On this episode, I talk with phenomenal tour guide and native paulistana, Flavia Liz di Paolo, direct from São Paulo, Brazil. Flavia Liz takes visitors into the heart of the world’s most exhilarating city to experience the culture, history, and flavor of the place. We talk about Flavia Liz’s personalized tours, the various communities that
Fly Brother Talks with São Paulo Specialist and Personal Guide Flavia Liz di Paolo Read More
When people think about vintage airline posters and international travel, they often think far-away lands and far-flung destinations. Mexico, though, has always been a top destination (at least for U.S. travelers) because of its enchanting culture, incredible history, amazing food, welcoming people, varied natural wonders, and—of course—its proximity. Airlines have been shuttling people across the
Vintage Travel Posters: Mexico Read More
On this episode, we talk with fellow fly brother and urban mixologist Bruce “Blue” Rivera, direct from New York. Blue is a bartender, restaurateur, historian, writer, and traveler from the Bronx who calls himself a “liquor nerd” and marries his cultural understanding with appreciation of a good drank! We talk culture, cultivation, and, of course,
Fly Brother Talks with The Urban Mixologist Bruce “Blue” Rivera Read More
Picture it: Spanish Harlem, 1970s Hommy, pronounced “OH-me,” is born deaf and blind. He’s also an absolute monster on the congas, keeping the beats bumping through the barrio nonstop. Despite the perils of his childhood and the rancor of his father, we discover that Hommy, the soul, chose to come into this life without the
Global Juke Joint: Hommy, A Latin Opera Read More
On this episode, I talk with Charles H.F. Davis III, brilliant gentleman-scholar, writer, photographer, filmmaker, and college professor documenting black life in the United States and around the globe. His documentary film, Saving Tomorrow, Today, uncovers innovative solutions toward overcoming the challenges faced by black youth in achieving educational success. We’ll talk about his passion for
Fly Brother Talks with Traveling Scholar and Photographer Charles H.F. Davis III Read More
FLY BROTHER creator Ernest White II will be taking to the stage alongside phenomenal travel mavens Oneika Raymond and Mickela Mallozzi for the closing keynote presentation at this year’s TBEX North America! The three-part keynote, titled “Lessons Learned—Living the Life of our Dreams,” draws from the triumphs and challenges of building a “dream life” as
Fly Brother Part of Closing Keynote at TBEX North America Read More
On this episode, I talk with humorist and freelance writer Leif Pettersen, who has traveled through 56 countries, lived in Spain, Romania and Italy, and wrote Backpacking with Dracula, which explores the life and legend of Romania’s Prince Vlad “The Impaler” Dracula and the vampire monster he inspired. He talks the ups and downs of freelancing, the glories of
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