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Welcome to DETOUR, a multimedia travel brand that helps you rediscover familiar places through a distinctly Black perspective. Our mission is to highlight and honor the stories of the locations we inhabit and explore. DETOUR unites a diverse group of journalists, writers, historians, photographers, illustrators, and filmmakers to explore and, often, reshape the global narrative surrounding Black culture.

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Discover Black-owned Cincinnati | DETOUR

Jul 15, 2024 | detourxp.com | Rafael Pena |Rafael Peña |Rafael Peña

Cities like Detroit, Milwaukee, and Chicago have always been the pillars of the great Midwest. Each city is known for its distinct culture and swagger. However, one city in Ohio is ready to stake its claim as one of the Midwest greats: Cincinnati. Forget everything you thought you knew about the “Nasty Nati” and get ready to embrace everything Black-owned in Cincinnati, from the food and libations to the city’s diverse cultural experiences.
Here's an exclusive look inside Wynwood's Soho House

Feb 19, 2024 | detourxp.com | Evie Blanco

DETOUR was granted an exclusive opportunity to delve into the latest addition to the dynamic Wynwood Miami district. In an exclusive brunch setting, two highly regarded professionals in the realm of design, Harriet Liley, the Lead Designer at Soho House, and James Patmore, the Design Director at Soho Home, provided a glimpse into the intricate world of interior design.
Life Time Buckhead encourages members to work and play hard

Feb 12, 2024 | detourxp.com | Roshae Hemmings

Since making its way to Buckhead, the grind hasn’t stopped at Life Time Athletic. As part of the reimagined Phipps Plaza, the luxury athletic club joins the ranks of Nobu hotel and restaurant, Citizens Market, One Phipps Plaza Office Tower, and more than 50 designer shopping experiences.
Things to do to in Kansas City, home of Super Bowl 58 Champions

Feb 12, 2024 | detourxp.com | Roshae Hemmings

Love them or hate them, the Kansas City Chiefs continue to reiterate their status as the top team in the NFL. Last night, the Missouri team brought the Vince Lombardi Trophy back to KC after clinching a win in a nail-biting matchup between the San Francisco 49ers during Super Bowl 58 in Las Vegas. The win marks back-to-back victories for Kansas City after their win against the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023.
Citizens Market adds to Atlanta’s love for food halls

Feb 9, 2024 | detourxp.com | Roshae Hemmings

The food hall is one of the trendiest ventures in the culinary scene in recent years. For those unfamiliar, the idea is quite simple: a collection of small, locally-owned and developed restaurant concepts all reside under one roof, making for a haven of culinary exploration. These spaces are perfect for indecisive foodies who have a tough time making a decision about what to eat, or those who desire to sample a little bit of everything.
This Atlanta Black history tour is one to experience

Feb 9, 2024 | detourxp.com | Evie Blanco

Atlanta has long been a thriving center of Black culture in America, contributing to everything from the civil rights movement to popular culture. It’s no wonder why the Atlanta Black History and Civil Rights Tour has received such favorable reviews from guests, making it one of the best U.S. experiences in 2023 according to travel website Viator.
Reimagined Sandals Dunn’s River honors its past

Feb 6, 2024 | detourxp.com | Roshae Hemmings

Sandals Resorts reopened a historic destination. The all-inclusive, adults-only Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, Jamaica made its reintroduction to the island’s hospitality industry in a lavish way in May 2023 and has been on the incline since. The resort, which is only minutes away from the beloved Dunn’s River Falls, originally made its debut as the Arawak Hotel in 1957.
Travel mate too hot to handle? Ask Brenden Durell

Feb 2, 2024 | detourxp.com | Roshae Hemmings

Brenden Durell, relationship expert on Netflix’s hit show “Too Hot to Handle,” talks to DETOUR about how couples’ vacations – especially overseas – foreshadow whether their love is forever or a temporary fling.
Dial A Pilot helps nervous flyers

Jan 29, 2024 | detourxp.com | Evie Blanco

Those who struggle with aviophobia – the intense fear or dislike of flying – can call a pilot to calm their nerves. The brilliant concept originated from a group of pilots who offered to spend 15 minutes on the phone with their nervous close circle of friends to explain the entire flight experience, from takeoff to landing.
5 Black-owned products to ease travel anxiety

Jan 29, 2024 | detourxp.com | Kayra Raecke

If you experience some fear of flying, know that you’re not alone. A whopping 40% of the population reportedly has some level of aviophobia. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to help calm your nerves before takeoff and during your flight. Here are five Black-owned products and services designed to ease your travel anxiety. Aromatherapy can do wonders for your mood, and this Aromatic Duo Set by Aba Love Apothecary contains two mini bottles to do exactly that.