Black women are finally looking inward and acknowledging the importance of self-care (hallelujah!), and we’re treating ourselves to one-of-a-kind wellness vacations designed by us, for us. ESSENCE ...

In the whirlwind of life’s demands, it can be easy for Black women to find themselves stretched thin. Giving their all to everyone but themselves can get tiring amidst the juggling act of careers, ...

In 2025, wellness travel is reaching new heights, offering women more personalized, holistic, and transformative experiences ...

I traveled for two days straight, from my home in Honolulu to the remote Pavon Bay in southern Costa Rica. The long journey included a single-propeller plane and a bumpy hourlong van ride past cows on ...

Ask a girlfriend what they are doing for vacation, and you are likely to be immediately corrected. They are not going on vacation this year! This year they are off to take a retreat – and often it is ...

Urban and suburban women can challenge themselves to ride horses, shoot air-guns or rope cattle. In the process, they get to ...

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Sometimes a girl just needs to get away. If you're craving an escape but don't have a travel partner, a fitness- or yoga-themed retreat can be the perfect option. We asked travel concierge Lia Batkin, ...

As we dive deeper into 2026, a remarkable trend is emerging among older Canadians: a growing willingness to invest in travel ...

"Do your goals make you feel guilty anytime you aren't productive?" It's a problem I have faced, and other entrepreneurs face on a daily basis. It's why so few of us take vacations or schedule in ...