What if your next travel adventure did not require taking a single day off from work?
What if your workday could take you somewhere new?
Have you ever looked at your workday and thought, “I could be somewhere else right now?”
In this episode of Unlock Black Journeys: The Podcast, we are unlocking the idea of work and wander: using the flexibility of remote work, hybrid work, and/or working from home to turn an ordinary workday into an opportunity to explore. Whether you work from home once a week or work a fully remote job, there are ways to make room for travel without needing to take the day off.
We talk about how to take advantage of the freedom that comes with working remotely, strategies for balancing work and exploration.
Since our podcast guest, Ugo (founder of Ugo Went There), is from New Jersey, this takes center stage as we unpack why the state deserves more love, the areas you may not hear about when people talk about New Jersey, and the Black-owned businesses and communities worth seeking out. We also talk about the differences between growing up in North Jersey and Central Jersey, and how those experiences shape the way we understand place, identity, and home.
If you have ever thought, “I would love to explore, but I have to work,” this episode is for you.
Because sometimes you do not need to take time off to travel.
You just need to make room to wander.
In this episode, we cover:
This episode is part of Unlock Black Journeys: The Podcast, where we are archiving all 50 states, one conversation at a time! Learn what it’s like traveling while Black and how to find Black-owned businesses, shop local, plus explore Black history & culture as you visit all 50 states through curated, local Black travel insights.
We tackle questions like:
Why? Because every destination is a Black destination. Stay tuned to see when your state is featured.
Welcome to the Franny the Traveler blog! I’m Dr. Franny, a national award-winning educator, entrepreneur, author, and Black travel enthusiast on a personal mission to make every destination a Black-owned destination. As I visit all 50 states and 50 countries by age 50, this Black travel blog is a growing collection of Black-owned city guides, itineraries, travel tips, and reflections on traveling while Black for the conscious traveler. I’m so happy you’re here!
