Samantha Marangell

May 7, 2024 | blog.sheswanderful.com | Samantha Marangell |Jill Robinson |Kayti Burt

Looking for your next read? Elaine Lee’s Go Girl 2 may just be exactly what you’re looking for. The sister to women’s travel anthology Go Girl, released in 1997, Go Girl 2 stands out as a celebration of the wanderlust that pulses through the hearts of Black women across the globe. It’s crafted by Elaine Lee, a pioneer in the realm of Black travel writing, and weaves together a rich collection of 54 tales, poems, and photographs that capture the essence of exploration and discovery.

Apr 25, 2024 | blog.sheswanderful.com | Leslie Cieplechowicz |Lucy A. Copp |Samantha Marangell

Hey there, solo travel lovers — Detroit is here and ready for you. Voted by TIME Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Places, there is a growing global recognition that Detroit, with its rebirth, is a great getaway for travelers looking for something new. I’ll be honest — it’s true that Detroit has the reputation of being sometimes unapproachable. The saying, “Lock the doors and roll up the windows,” has been a long-standing comment from visitors and residents alike.

Sep 3, 2023 | blog.sheswanderful.com | Jordan Campbell |Delia Harrington |Samantha Marangell

The world is a rich tapestry of diverse cultures, traditions, and people. And what better way to celebrate this diversity than through a grand festival that brings the world together? The World Culture Festival aims to do just that. Prior World Culture Festivals have taken place in destinations like Berlin and New Delhi and have drawn some 3.75 million visitors, but this year’s festival will be held right here in the United States.