DeAnna Taylor

Charlotte

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Articles

Charlotte's gateway to Greek adventures opens

1 week ago | charlotteobserver.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Opa! Another nonstop international flight option has landed at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, and this time it's taking us to Athens, Greece. Officially taking flight earlier this month, the new seasonal flight - running only from June to September - takes approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes to get Charlotteans and those passing through the Charlotte airport to the historic yet picturesque European destination.
Ouzo and the Acropolis: Charlotte’s gateway to Greek adventures opens

1 week ago | yahoo.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Opa! Another nonstop international flight option has landed at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, and this time it’s taking us to Athens, Greece. Officially taking flight earlier this month, the new seasonal flight — running only from June to September — takes approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes to get Charlotteans and those passing through the Charlotte airport to the historic yet picturesque European destination.
Forget The Tourist Traps—These 5 Getaways Feel Like Hidden Gems

1 month ago | refinery29.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Story from UnbotheredADVERTISEMENTCan we have an honest conversation? When it comes to planning a vacation— whether a girls trip, a baection or a solo reset— social media can be a gift and a curse. On one hand, it can provide endless inspiration for your vacay looks, places for indulgent cuisine, content friendly locations and crowdsourced tips on safety (especially clutch for Black women travelers).
These smart gadgets can enhance your at-home experience

1 month ago | usatoday.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Nearly 65 years ago, the popular animated sitcom "The Jetsons" burst onto the airwaves, giving us a glimpse into the future of smart homes and other high-tech gadgets. With visions of things such as flying cars and fully automated homes, these futuristic concepts seemed far-fetched at the time. A quarter-century into the new millennium, some of the devices seen in the series have found their way into our reality.
What Charlotte's new flight to Abu Dhabi unlocks

1 month ago | charlotteobserver.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Attention, passengers, this is your captain speaking. For the first time ever, we will be flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport - via Etihad Airways - to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). A historic addition to our already busy and bustling airport, Charlotteans and those who use our city as a connector to other destinations will soon be able to take the nonstop 13-hour and 45-minute route beginning in May 2026.
Camels, falcons and Ferraris: What Charlotte’s new flight to Abu Dhabi unlocks

1 month ago | yahoo.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Attention, passengers, this is your captain speaking. For the first time ever, we will be flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport — via Etihad Airways — to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). A historic addition to our already busy and bustling airport, Charlotteans and those who use our city as a connector to other destinations will soon be able to take the nonstop 13-hour and 45-minute route beginning in May 2026.
Explore the Best Black-Owned Eateries in Charlotte, NC

2 months ago | ebony.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

There aren’t enough words to truly describe what my hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina means to me. But for someone who has never experienced the richness of the Southern city, I’d tell you, it’s a true gem that can only be appreciated by visiting. Many argue that we’re still up and coming, especially when describing the social and culinary scenes.
We Were Among The First To Dine At The Caribbean’s Longest Bar

2 months ago | essence.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

The islands of Turks and Caicos could easily be the poster child for Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s popular “SUMMER” song lyric, “Where the water’s so blueeeeee… so blue.” Part of the Lucayan Archipelago within the Caribbean, it’s a destination replete with pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and, of course, luxury resorts and fine dining. If that wasn’t enticing enough, we now have another reason to visit: It’s officially home to the Caribbean’s longest bar, the Infiniti Bar in Providenciales.
How Queen Loany’s Digital Art Became A Cultural Time Capsule | Essence

Mar 11, 2025 | essence.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Queen Loany. Courtesy of the artist. Charlotte-based multi-hyphenate creative Saloan Goodwin Dunlap, aka Queen Loany, may be known present-day for her digital pop art creations, but her artistic journey goes much deeper. Initially working in photography, she landed clients both locally and across the nation.
Solo Travel Guide to Red Rocks and Solitude

Mar 6, 2025 | ebony.com | DeAnna Taylor |Deanna Taylor

Frequent solo traveler Ciara Johnson has always been called to destinations that not only allow her to find solitude, get active and up-close with nature, but also those that provide a sense of safety when she’s exploring on her own. Sedona, Arizona is a city that has checked all of those while also being a place that has pulled her back on more than one occasion. “There’s such a relaxing energy in Sedona,” Johnson told EBONY. “You feel this calmness.