Melanin and Miles is the weekly travel podcast for millennial and gen-z black women that explores being a woman of color while traveling, affordable travel advice, bucket list travel destinations, funny travel stories and interviews with popular travel influencers. The podcast also includes tips on packing, hotels, airlines, passports, solo travel and budget travel. Melanin & Miles is co-hosted by Joi Wade and Janelle Layton, two black girls in their 20's who have traveled to over 25 countries and 5 continents and love exploring new cultures. Subscribe and stay updated at melaninandmiles.com
Why you need to go to Cartagena | EP. 166
Cartagena, Colombia is a bucket list travel destination for Black Americans & it's a PARTY CITY! Joi is breaking down the 5-day trip she took for her 25th birthday in August. These are the best things to see, eat and do in Cartagena. Full Itinerary Breakdown: https://www.melaninandmiles.com/episodes/how-to-spend-5-days-in-cartagena-colombia-ep-166
1/30/2024 • 30 minutes, 22 seconds
Breaking down the most ELITE travel credit card (AMEX Platinum) | EP. 160
The American Express platinum card is one of the most elite and popular cards for travel. While this card might not be right for everyone, people who find themselves in the airport multiple times a year can definitely take advantage of the amazing perks of this card. In today’s episode, we are talking about why I got the AMEX platinum credit card and how I plan to maximize the benefits. Credit card referral links for extra points https://www.joiwade.com/blog/credit-card-referrals
5/16/2023 • 9 minutes, 30 seconds
Becoming an Expat with Asha | EP. 164
This week we interviewed Asha Farrah. She is an expat and legal resident in Santiago de Queretaro, Mexico. In this episode, she shares her experience in Mexico and how she started business to help aspiring expats. She created her company, Mexpat Dreamers, to empower aspiring expats to successfully build an intentional life in Mexico by focusing on the logistical considerations necessary to thrive. You can find more about Asha on Instagram and her website.
5/2/2023 • 15 minutes, 10 seconds
24 Hours in Chicago | EP. 163
Spend the day with Janelle in Chicago. Janelle has a long layover in the city and was not going to waste it in the airport. Find out what you could do SOLO with only 1 day in Chicago. Some of her favorite destinations/activities are linked below.
Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
Skydeck Chicago
Ciccio Mio - Italian Restaurant
4/18/2023 • 8 minutes, 29 seconds
Mommy and Me in Cancun | EP. 162
This week Janelle and her mom, Cynthia, chat about a recent trip to Cancun, Mexico. If you want to travel with family or someone that wants an easy trip, Cancun is a great destination. We did a lot in 4 days and we were never disappointed by services, food, or activities.
4/4/2023 • 16 minutes, 53 seconds
Let's Talk Travel with Katrina | EP. 161
Katrina McGhee is a Career Break and Sabbatical Coach - a certified life coach with an MBA - whose signature Take the Break program helps mid-career women create happier, more fulfilling lives by designing bold and transformational life breaks.
After saving $40k in 18 months, Katrina sold all of her possessions and left her corporate job for a 20-month break to travel around the world. Upon her return to work, she landed five job offers in just five weeks, paid off $42k of debt in full and later launched her own business. Follow more of Katrina’s travel story on Instagram.
If you haven't listened to her first episode, make sure to check it out here.
3/21/2023 • 20 minutes, 32 seconds
Let's go to Maui | EP. 160
Welcome Back!! It's a new season after a long break. Listen to one of Janelle's favorite solo trips from last year on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
