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Clapbacks Making a Come Back: Reasons & Tips for Solo Travel

Do you like to travel alone, but get a dismayed look from your friends as you are about to hop on a plane? Are you reluctant to take that leap and explore a new city on your own? Trust me, I have experienced both situations. However, as the years have passed, I’ve realized that I have two options: travel solo and make my trips a reality or wait home for friends to go on trips that will happen in Neverland!

Dr. Princess Francois.

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!

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