Past Trips

Explored the history and current experience of Black Parisians through the Black Paris tour
Navigated public transit in Paris
Took a high fashion deep dive at the Dior museum, Louis Vuitton headquarters, Peulh Vagabond, a highly regarded Senegalese boutique & fashion label, and Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) museum.
Haggled at Marrakech’s souks (markets)
Sand boarded and rode camels in the Sahara desert

Traced the cultural legacy of Hurricane Katrina, the history of Native and Indigenous peoples, and the richness of Creole culture
Learned to budget and manage expenses
Danced through the Tremé neighborhood for an authentic Second Line experience!
Learned to cook gumbo with Chef Dee (the head chef for the Saints Football team)
Met female students at Dillard University, Louisiana’s oldest HBCU

The first night away from home for many of the girls
Challenged themselves and learned how much they’re capable of through archery, zip lining, and nature walks
Bonded with their Cinnamongirl sisters around the campfire with s’mores and a talent show

Visited the Green Belt Movement and Karura Forest.
Patronized local markets to understand Africa's rapidly
emerging business landscape.
Spent 3 unforgettable days building bonds with peers at a local all girls school, Daraja Academy
Went on safari in the Maasai Mara and saw incredible animals (including a one-month old elephant), received Maasai warrior training, and learned about natural medicine/remedies in local plants.
Relaxed and reflected on our journey in beautiful Diani, where we visited a local art gallery and learned to make Chapati

Met with Motoko Rich at the New York Times office in Tokyo, explored Tsukiji Fish Market, and passed through the bustling Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo
Visited Hakone, home of the Hakone Jinja shrine, and took a breathtaking boat ride to the base of Mount Fuj
Toured Osaka’s Ramen Noodle Museum and saw Osaka Castle
In Kyoto, engaged in insightful discussions with Dr. Fumiko Sakashita at Ritsumeikan University's Kinugasa Campus about the study of Blacks in Japan, and participated in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony

Met with leaders including Senator Cory Booker, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Congressman Eric Swallwell, justice advocate Christine Platt, and Dr. Fellicia Bell, Senior Advisor to the Director of the American History Museum
Toured the American History Museum, the newly renovated Smithsonian Air & Space Museum, and the renowned National Museum of African American History and Culture
Read more about our trip here!

Sydney, Cairnes, and the Great Barrier Reef
Snorkeled, took a helicopter ride over The Great Barrier Reef, the 7th Wonder of the World
Visited the village of Kuranda, rode a Skyrail cable car to see the largest rainforest in the world
Dressed Up to See Terrain at the Iconic Sydney Opera House and visited Featherdale Wildlife Park

Mexico City and Zihuatanejo
Immersed in the food and language – ate at five-star restaurants
Visited Frida Kahlo's Home and toured the San Juan Teotihuacán pyramids
Stayed in a beautiful oceanfront villa, relaxing and bonding with fellow Cinnamongirls

Toured the Lorraine Motel, Central High, and the Equal Justice Institute
Visited the homes of Dr. Martin King & Coretta Scott and Medgar Evers
Discussed the Emmett Till Story & Visit the Grocery Store
Toured the Underground Railroad Home
In-person talks with Freedom Riders, Little Rock Nine Students, and a 16th St. Baptist Church Bomb Survivor

Visited important cultural and historical sites, including the Door of No Return
Attended a Senegalese High School Prom and Graduation and formed relationships with amazing high-performing Senegalese girls
Stayed in a beautiful boutique hotel, met with top Senegalese national ambassadors, dined at top-notch restaurants