The Haiti Bucket List: 10 Top Things to See and Do In Cap Haitien
Haiti has always had a special place in my heart. It is the land of my ancestors. It is a land rich in history. It is also a land of...
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TRAVEL GUIDES & ITINERARIES
Franny the Traveler
Nov 11, 20207 min
The Bronx, NYC Detailed Day Itinerary
The Bronx. The northernmost borough. The birthplace of hip-hop. The home of the New York Yankees. The borough I frequent the least. You...
Franny the Traveler
Oct 7, 202013 min
The Ultimate Travel Guide to the “Green Mountain State:” 72 Hours in Vermont
Beautiful landscapes. Fall foliage. Outdoor activities. Maple Syrup. Vermont has it all! Never would I have ever thought as a native New...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 25, 20209 min
Summer Day Trip to North Fork, Long Island: Detailed Itinerary
If you’re wondering how to spend a summer day in North Fork, Long Island, then you have come to the right place! A native Brooklynite, I...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 25, 202011 min
The Sun-Tastic Guide to Visiting Sunflower Fields Near NYC
LOOKING FOR A SUNFLOWER FIELD NEAR NYC? THIS BLOG TELLS YOU THE BEST SUNFLOWER FIELDS NEAR NEW YORK CITY THAT YOU MUST VISIT IN THE...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 12, 20207 min
A Detailed 48-Hour Guide to Albany, NY
When you hear Albany, what is the first thing that comes to mind? New York State’s Capital? Blank stares as you just have no idea. Well,...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 12, 202011 min
The Ultimate 48-Hour Itinerary for Niagara Falls, NY
There’s more to Niagara Falls than the Falls itself. I have spent a lot of time writing about all these other states and countries....
Franny the Traveler
Jul 1, 202015 min
Detailed Travel Guide for Egypt: 1 Week, 6 Cities Itinerary
Egypt has always been on my ultimate bucket list because of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Since childhood, I have loved...
Franny the Traveler
Jun 4, 20209 min
The Ultimate Travel Guide to the “Motor City:” 72 Hours in Detroit
Looking for somewhere new to explore? Want a city that has a lot to offer? Detroit is the perfect place to check out! Yes...I know what...
Franny the Traveler
Apr 22, 20209 min
Exploring the "Land of Fire & Ice:" A Comprehensive Week Long Guide to Iceland
Iceland had been on my bucket list for several years, especially after the dramatic increase of tourism that it has experienced. Thanks...
Franny the Traveler
Dec 16, 20199 min
Hungary to Visit Budapest?: 3 Day Itinerary
Looking for somewhere BUDA-ful to go? Check out Budapest...seriously! Budapest was not even on my radar. I didn't even know what country...
Franny the Traveler
Dec 16, 20198 min
Czech out Prague in 24 hours: Top 5 Musts
To be honest, Prague was never high on my list. I have heard stories of its beautiful architecture. I have also heard that Prague can be...
Franny the Traveler
Nov 6, 201911 min
Exploring “Charm City:” Long Weekend Guide for Baltimore
Looking for a long weekend? Baltimore is the perfect place to check out! I am OK with going against the status quo and fighting for...
Franny the Traveler
Sep 6, 201910 min
2 Islands, 1 Trip: Week Long Itinerary in the French Caribbean
Around Valentine's Day, I took a trip to two islands of the French Caribbean: Martinique and Guadeloupe with my fiancé and another...
Franny the Traveler
May 16, 20197 min
Exploring "America's Finest City:" A Guide to San Diego, CA
I had no idea that I would fall in love with San Diego when I registered to attend a conference hosted by the National Council of...
Franny the Traveler
Apr 10, 20196 min
Exploring the "Gateway to the West:" A Guide to St. Louis, MO
St. Louis, Missouri has been on my domestic travel bucket list for a couple of years. However, I am not sure where that interest sparked....
Franny the Traveler
Mar 4, 20194 min
Spending 24 Hours in Casablanca
Before this trip, I thought that the word Casablanca was simply a movie title. However, little did I know that #Casablanca was an actual...
Franny the Traveler
Feb 6, 20196 min
Ultimate Guide to Marrakesh in 1.5 Days
There is no way that you can go to #Morocco without visiting #Marrakech. It’s the same as going to Paris and not seeing the EIffel Tower!...
Franny the Traveler
May 3, 20185 min
10 Ways to Explore Lisbon in 48 Hours
When one hears #Portugal, one immediately thinks of #Lisbon (known as Lisboa by the Portuguese). This makes sense considering that it...
Franny the Traveler
Mar 2, 20186 min
How to Spend 48 hours in Victoria, Canada
When planning my trip to Seattle, Washington, I decided this was also a good opportunity to venture out to the West Coast of Canada....
Franny the Traveler
Feb 9, 20183 min
How to Spend a Day on Bainbridge Island
One of the best aspects of Seattle is its access to neighboring islands by ferry, one being Bainbridge Island. With just a 35 minute...
Franny the Traveler
Jan 19, 20186 min
Maximizing Three Days in the Seattle Area
I’ve always been intrigued to go to Seattle, Washington. Having had a few people ask me why, I had to really think about it. Seeing Pikes...
Franny the Traveler
Jan 4, 20183 min
The Nord Haiti Experience
During my most recent vacation experience, I visited several parts of Northern Haiti. Although I have yet to visit the other parts, here...
Franny the Traveler
Jan 3, 20185 min
Haitian Freedom Tour: The Citadelle Experience
One of my biggest reasons for traveling to #Haiti was to see the #CitadelleLaferrière, a monumental structure that my mom has talked...
Franny the Traveler
Oct 15, 20173 min
How to Enjoy Chicago for FREE.99
Chicago is America's second city for very good reason. While I was there I BARELY scratched the surface but fell in love with it...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 17, 20174 min
Top 10 Must-Do's in Thailand
*A version of this article has been published on Black & Abroad and Melanin Majority Thailand has a plethora of things to do! Check out...
Franny the Traveler
Aug 16, 20173 min
Phuket as the Caribbean of Asia
When I arrived to #Phuket (after several days of culturally exploring #Thailand), I finally felt that the relaxation that should occur at...
Franny the Traveler
May 17, 20174 min
Super Seven Things to do in New Jersey
New Jersey (aka the "Dirty Jerse") is that next door neighbor that gets a bad rep for uncontrollable reasons. Outshined by New York City,...
Franny the Traveler
May 5, 20173 min
Six Super Things to do in Connecticut
My first exposure to #Connecticut was on an overnight trip to Trinity College in Hartford. Looking back, it was also my first time...
Franny the Traveler
Apr 13, 20172 min
Exploring the History of the "Small Wonder" of Delaware
I am a history nerd! As a result, #Delaware makes me happy because of its historical significance. The state may be small, but it is the...
Franny the Traveler
Nov 11, 20165 min
Top 4 Nature Thangs of Colorado Springs
Mountains, mountains everywhere! That is Colorado in a nutshell. Whether you are at the airport or driving around town, you will see...
Franny the Traveler
Oct 9, 20165 min
Top 5 Things to Do in the Mile High City (Denver, Colorado)
Denver is specifically known as the Mile High City because (guess what?) it is literally a mile high (5,280 ft) above sea level. I was...
Franny the Traveler
Sep 19, 20165 min
How to Maximize a Day in Quito
When booking my tour, I was given the option of either departing at 9 AM or 11 PM. I HIGHLY recommend going with the much later flight...
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