Happy New year to you and wishing you plenty of Love, Health, and Prosperity in 2023! Travel has been picking up greatly in 2022. We have personally travelled about 8 times and have helped around 20 customers discovering & exploring Tanzania, Brazil, Ghana, and Jamaica seamlessly with the support of our local guide in location.
Since we have been launching, we have made sure to make our customers satisfaction a priority.
Adrien, French, living in London, UK, Solo trip to Ghana, Travel planner on service and 10 day package
"Christina was able to show me the right direction when I was looking for a trip to West Africa. She had the right connections, and helped me build up a relevant agenda according to my ideal trip. She made sure I was safe and everything went according to plan in Ghana.I highly recommend Melanin Travels Magic for any trip related enquiries!"
Candy, Germany, December 2021 Group Trip to Ghana, 10-day Black heritage and leisure package
"I went to Ghana with Melanin Travels Magic, and Freelancenana Travels was their local partner who helped coordinate our 10-day tour of the country. Many thanks to Nana and his team for the personal attention given to us. I can’t speak highly enough of Michael, our amazing driver, who was always very protective and respectful and got us to places safely. Our tour guide, Thompson, was with us the whole trip and made sure we were well taken care of. He gave us an outstanding personal tour that exceeded all my expectations! He was a brilliant ambassador for his country, very knowledgeable, warm, organized and honest. He is extremely amiable and takes pride in his work and in the community that he serves. We were lucky to have him to gain such an insight into the history and culture of Ghana. He was quick to accommodate our requests as well as needed changes in the itinerary. Most of all, he was great company and we thoroughly enjoyed our time together. Thompson is also the founder of Creating Smiles Foundation, an NGO, which distributes stationery to underprivileged children and food to street kids.
The itinerary arranged for us included so many wonderful things- First, we toured Accra and visited must-see landmarks like the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
and the W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial. We also went to Accra’s Art Centre, where Thomson helped us haggle. We crossed the Kakum National Park’s canopy walkway for a view of the wildlife and landscape; gained insight into the history of the Ashanti Kingdom and the Slave River and drove to Elmina and Cape Coast Castle to learn about the thought-provoking history of the transatlantic slave trade. We saw a variety of crafts, from learning how to play the drums, cook African food to Kente cloth making.
I thoroughly recommend Melanin Travels Magic and Feelancenana Travels to help shape your journey and enable you, too, to have a memorable experience in Ghana. Wishing you both every success with your tour businesses. Thank you Thompson for treating us like family, I fell in love with Ghana and its people through you. Someday I hope to return to Ghana and explore more of the country with you. I know you are going to do great things with your foundation. Medaase to all of you."
Imani,USA, December 2021 Group Trip to Ghana, 10 day Black heritage and leisure package
My first visit to West Africa was with Melanin Travels Magic. Because I had no experience with the company I will admit I was a little hesitant. I am so grateful that even in Christina’s absentia she ensured we were connected with our country host and in constant communication. I commend her for doing her due diligence to connect with local contacts to make sure there is a heartfelt connection. I look forward to seeing what else comes from this budding travel group!
Marcy, French, living in London, UK, Solo trip to New York, May 2022, Travel service planner
I have used MTM services to spice up a long weekend in NY. The plan and suggestions received absolutely met my travel requirements beyond expectations.
Those were diverse, cultured and had a good balance in terms of budget too for such an expensive city.
I appreciated the variety of activities presented and I really had great time trying some of them. I will definitely reach out again for future trips! Thank you for arranging.
Synza, French, Living in Essen, Germany, Solo trip to Jamaica August 2022, Travel planner service
Without melanin Travels Magic I would have never go on this adventure. It was my first solo trip and it turned out to be one of the best of my life!
I will most definitely organize my next trip with them
in the N.E.A.R future without hesitation.
Ayoka, Joanna and Friend & Family, French Living in Paris, group trip to Zanzibar & Tanzanian Safari, October- November 2022, Travel planner service
"Good communication with Christina in Zanzibar for 3 weeks crazy prices I recommend we loved our stay"
Aqeny staff , Group of 8 corporate Travelers from NYC, USA, Corporate retreat, 10 day black heritage and leisure in Ghana, December 2022
Melanin Travels Magic was amazing from start to finish. The planning of our trip was designed to reflect what we asked for and then some. We had to change our trip date and Christine was very accommodating. We connected on Zoom before we left which was very helpful since we were in different parts of the world. Nana and his team were professional, a ton of fun and very knowledgeable. I really felt safe and cared for.
Every guide that we encountered at all of the sites were amazing they explained the history with clarity, humour and honesty (they didn't sugar coat anything).
At the last minute we asked Melanin to add a naming ceremony to celebrate our Executive Director and they did. It was really special.
"If you are coming from the US all accommodations may not be what you are used to experiencing. It was a very humbling experience for me. I had to check my privilege day one. You may not have hot water all the time, you should bring a washcloth, beds might not be as soft as you are used to, bring sneakers or comfortable shoes, make sure you have repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, 1000 cede= approx. $75, there are ATMs, food can be spicy, the smells of the cities might take getting used too (honestly no worse than the smell from Times Square train station in NY), the roads can be really bumpy in some parts, if you go on a jeep safari in Mole it can be rough if you have a bad back or are pregnant.
I mention the things above because they are things that I would like to know. Not one of the things I mentioned would have stopped me from wanting to go to Ghana. This trip was so powerful and transformational. As a Black, Muslim woman I connected so deeply. I can't say enough about how great Melanin Travel Magic team was. Medaase!!"
When we decided to go on a 10 day trip to Ghana for 8 people, we knew we needed a travel agent to handle all the details, Melanin Travels Magic was the perfect solution.
There was clear communication during the preparation process, we had a great team lead us once we arrived and new memories that we will cherish forever.
We felt welcomed, cared for and prepared for an awesome experience that far exceeded our expectations.
"What a wonderfully engaging trip. The team is awesome, the culture amazing and the whole experience is life changing!!!"
Giselle and Family, London, UK, Duo trip to Zanzibar & Tanzanian Safari ( Day trip to Migumi), February 2023, Travel planner service
"Christina- Melanin Travels Magic- was fantastic, so glad I found her!
I told Christina what I wanted to do and also asked for her advice. Christina put it all together effortlessly, no hassle, no stress and then sent me my itinerary.
Everything ran smoothly and with a child in tow, that's exactly what I needed!
The guides that Christina organised for me were also very good and on time.
Thank you, Christina, you took the hassle out of travel! I will definitely will book with you again. I have also recommended you to others"
REBOUND staff & Teenagers, Group of 10 Travelers from MINNEAPOLIS, USA, Corporate retreat, July 2023
Review 1: Christy Botts, Minneapolis, USA, August 2023
Our non-profit organisation took a group of young people to Ghana in July 2023. The experience was an amazing one that was spiritually moving as well as fun! We had an excellent tour guide who brought the country to life for us. Our youth were able to connect to one another and to the country in ways we could only have dreamed possible.
The Cooking Class was my favourite activity- being invited to our guide’s relative's home to cook "with the aunties" and hang out, listen to music, dance, laugh, get to know people, and eat was SO FUN. We felt like family!
It was a good occasion to bond with other group members and Ghanaian Culture.
Review 2: Danielle Draughn, Minneapolis, USA, August 2023
"I am an educator so I really enjoyed visiting with the children at the school. However, words can't even begin to explain the experience and tell all the wonderful things we were exposed to.
Best tour guide ever. The cameraman and driver were also good. Kwame was the absolute best tour guide who turned i to a friend I have ever experienced. He is very knowledgeable, caring and professional. He made sure we all had whatever we needed and made sure we were comfortable.
He was highly motivated to make sure we had the best knowledge and experience regarding our culture. This is a trip every black person should take. I am truly blessed to have had the opportunity to experience Africa in such an amazing and spiritual way..."
Review 3: Samm Joyner, Minneapolis, USA, August 2023
"Excellent experience, beyond my expectations. Our guide was a Godsend. My favourite activity was visiting the school for the charity day."
Jahlyssa, French Guadeloupean, Teacher & Black History publisher, living in Paris, France, planning service for her family trip to several towns in The USA (Black heritage theme in New York, Miami, & Washington D.C.), August & September 2023
The concept is excellent. The preparation for the trip is top-notch. But above all, communication is present and operational. I recommend 100 ☀️
Juliette & Twin Sister Antoinette, France, Family Birthday trip to KENYA , Sept- Oct 2023
"It was our first time in Kenya we would like to thank Melanin Travel Magic for the tips and guidance with her local partners. We really enjoyed every trip with her partner. It was a great experience. Thanks again, Christina."
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Need help planning your next trip in 2023?
We have also grown massively and can now help you plan unforgettable holiday activities, transport and accommodation in the following destinations: Tanzania, Egypt, Ghana, Senegal, Zambia, Namibia, Madagascar, Kenya, South Africa, Sao Tomé, Jamaica, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Turkey, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Congo, Nigeria, Benin.
If you need help planning your next vacation, whether you're a solo traveler, a duo, a group of friends, or a corporate retreat. If you crave a mix of black heritage and leisure experiences, we've got you covered! To find out more, write to us at: melanintravelsmagic@gmail.com
Or schedule a Zoom Discovery call to find out we could help you plan your next holidays.
