My Journey: How Travel, Wellness & Rituals Became My Lifestyle
Becoming the Traveling Afro: Why I Travel with Purpose
Hi, I’m Tré Bacon — a wellness traveler, ritual keeper, and intentional living storyteller behind Journey of the Traveling Afro. If you’ve landed here, welcome. Whether you're a curious traveler, a healing soul in transition, or a woman ready to romanticize her own life through slower living — I’m so glad you found this space.
This blog isn’t just about where I’ve been. It’s about how those places changed me — and how I hope they’ll inspire your own journey toward healing, exploration, and self-reconnection.
The First Spark: A Graduation Trip That Changed Everything
My love affair with travel began with a gift: a high school graduation trip to London, courtesy of my mom (thank you, Mama 💚). Growing up in a conservative town in Florida, London felt like walking into color for the first time — vibrant, expressive, beautifully unfiltered. Camden Town’s music, fashion, and thriving LGBTQ+ culture showed me what freedom looked like. I knew in that moment:
I wanted more out of life — more culture, more connection, more truth.
🇰🇷 South Korea: Where Curiosity Became Courage 🇰🇷
Years later, I visited my cousin in South Korea, where a single meal changed my entire perspective.
We removed our shoes at the door, sat cross-legged on the floor, and shared duck, wild greens, and laughter — all while I fumbled through chopsticks and cultural curiosity.
It wasn’t perfect. It was real.
That moment gave me the confidence to move abroad — and soon, I was boarding a flight to Beijing to begin my expat journey.
✨ Becoming the Traveling Afro ✨
Since then, I’ve lived in Beijing, Shanghai, and Dubai, soaking in cultures, learning languages (I'm fluent in Mandarin and now learning Portuguese), and most importantly — learning about myself.
One of my Chinese nicknames, Huoyan Jinjing (火眼金睛), translates to “Fire Eye Golden Sparkle” — a nod to the Monkey King and my curious, passionate spirit. That name stayed with me, just like every experience that taught me how to trust myself, find stillness, and see beauty in the unfamiliar.
🌿 Travel as a Form of Ritual 🌿
The Journey of the Traveling Afro isn’t just a blog. It’s a collection of moments, meditations, and memories. It’s a space to honor:
Wellness practices I've gathered across continents
Travel guides rooted in sustainability, intention, and culture
Rituals that support your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
I created this space for those navigating burnout, grief, and transformation — especially Black and Brown women seeking something softer, more sacred. I believe that travel can be a path to healing when we do it with purpose and presence.
From Solo Travel to Soul Work
I don’t stick to tourist zones. I dive deep — learning ancestral recipes, sipping herbal teas, meditating in hidden corners of the world. Every journey is both outward and inward.
And here’s what I know for sure:
‘Travel isn’t just about where you go — it’s about how you come back to yourself.’
Through every airport, alleyway, and herbal apothecary, I’ve been collecting rituals — and now I share them with you.
✨ What You’ll Find Here ✨
This blog is your invitation to:
Embrace slow, intentional travel
Explore wellness rituals that fit your rhythm
Learn to heal, rest, and reset on your own terms
Discover eco-conscious travel guides and sacred spaces
Whether you're planning your first solo trip or looking for ways to reconnect with your spirit — this is your sign. Your healing, your adventure, your return to self begins here.
Ready to Begin?
👉 Start with these blog posts:
Wellness Travel Hacks for Summer
Solo Travel Retreats you Never Knew You Needed
Intentional Travel: For Solo Travelers
Or subscribe below to get free voice rituals, travel guides, and first access to my upcoming Herbal Ritual Shop.
→ [Join the Journey List Now]
Final Thoughts
I’m not just a traveler. I’m a seeker. A creator. A voice reminding you that you deserve softness, expansion, and soul-nourishing adventure.
Welcome to The Journey of the Traveling Afro.
Let’s travel deeper — together.
For Brands & Collaborations
Let’s create something meaningful — rooted in soul, strategy, and sustainability.
I’m Tré Bacon — a global content creator, storyteller, and founder of The Journey of the Traveling Afro — a personal brand that blends travel, wellness, slow living, and intentional storytelling. With a strong voice, a deeply engaged community, and a commitment to conscious content, I partner with brands that value depth, culture, and sustainability over hype.
As a Black woman and seasoned solo traveler who’s lived on three continents and explored 40+ countries, I bring a globally informed, wellness-centered perspective to every campaign — blending creativity, strategy, and cultural awareness to help brands connect with diverse, sophisticated audiences.
If you’re a brand rooted in:
Sustainable travel & conscious experiences
Holistic wellness & herbal healing
Luxury lifestyle with purpose
Cultural storytelling & women’s empowerment
…then we’re already aligned.
Why Partner With Me?
Authentic Storytelling:
My content blends voice, visuals, and personal experiences to create emotional resonance — not just reach.
Cross-Disciplinary Strategy:
With a BFA in Art and an MBA in International Business (Luxury Marketing & Sustainability), I bridge creativity with business fluency.
Multi-Platform Influence:
From my blog and YouTube channel to Pinterest, TikTok, and newsletters, I offer aligned, omnichannel visibility that feels organic — never forced.
Intentional Community:
My audience includes women of color, solo travelers, wellness seekers, and sustainability-minded explorers — people craving rest, rituals, and realness.
✨ A Bit About Me:
🌍 Global Citizen: Lived in Dubai, Beijing, and Shanghai; traveled to 40+ countries
🧘🏽♀️ Wellness-Focused: Building a ritual-based herbal wellness brand
📚 Educated & Experienced: BFA in Art + MBA in Sustainability & Luxury
🎨 Creative Director at Heart: From visuals to voiceovers, I craft it all in-house
🗣️ Multilingual Connector: Mandarin, learning Portuguese, and storytelling in English
Let’s Collaborate
If you're a brand that values intention, sustainability, and soulful storytelling — I’d love to co-create content that resonates, educates, and inspires.
From wellness campaigns and cultural travel features to affiliate partnerships, retreats, product sampling, and UGC, I approach every project with integrity, creativity, and a clear understanding of audience impact.
📩 Reach out to collaborate
Let’s make magic together — thoughtfully and beautifully.
