Where travellers of colour felt welcome
How you’ll be treated matters as much as what you’ll see. These are places where Black, Asian, Latino and other ethnically diverse travellers say they felt welcome, saw a diverse crowd and would happily go back.
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84 places in 22 countries, recommended by travellers.
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W Barcelona
First solo trip and possibly one of her best holidays ever. Sea-view rooms for sunrise, a spa, gym and sun deck, and a breakfast with a buffet plus à la carte. Staff were amazing and genuinely wanted her to be happy…
Hotel La Hacienda
It is a great family focused holiday resort in a residential area of Spain, around 60 mins by car/ bus from Barcelona airport and a short walk from a lovely, long, clean beach. Decent resort, nice pool, slides on site…
AURA | Brunch & Lunch
Had a great brunch here. Staff were welcoming and super helpful when making suggestions from the menu. The acai bowl is popular for all the right reasons, and I'd go back to this spot!
Tacos del Patrón
I probably had 20 tacos at this spot. Arrive with an empty stomach, they have a great selection here
El Internacional
Salsa on a Wednesday is a pretty good vibe. Can get packed, but live music is a worthwhile experience, especially if you like to dance!
Mercat Central de València
A busy fresh food market, a lot going on but some interesting option. Definitely get paella whilst you're here.
Mercabañal Club
A multitude of food stalls serving a range of cuisine, great trip when en route to the beach
United Kingdom
Al-Kahf Restaurant
Great East-African restaurant. Can get busy in the evening, which makes sense as the portions are good and the sharable plates are a great recommendation, if you'd like a mix of lamb, chicken and more. Price is…
First Street Bagels
This place does top tier bagels. Staff were really friendly! There isn't a lot of seating inside, but definitely worth a trip.
Banh Mi Keu Restaurant
Got some really good beef brisket noodles. Very filling, and beef was flavoursome. There isn't a lot of seating on the main floor, but a worthwhile trip
YEYE’S Noodle & Dumpling
The spicy beef and golden supreme beef rib noodles is a popular option.
Dragonfly Cafe
My friend brought me here because he said their Vietnamese food was authentic, and he's from Vietnam, so I trusted him. He didn't lie, one of the best soups I've had in London. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef…
Highness Cafe
Happened to be in the area for work, and stopped by for lunch. Service was great, the people there were friendly and I ordered the Istanbul toastie (beef) which was filling!
Fuwa Fuwa Cafe
Incredibly flavoursome, light and airy Japanese-inspired souffle pancakes that you must try while you're in Soho. The Blueberry and Yuzu Cheesecake flavour is one you have to try.
The Nook Restaurant
Really friendly staff and a great spot to go after a hike at the White Cliffs of Dover. Would certainly recommend. Also, go for the smoked brisket burger, definitely worth it
Bagel King
An age-old South East London favourite. Their menu includes globally-inspired bagels, Jamaican patties & jerk chicken with limited counter seating. Often go for the apple crumble and custard!
Brazil
Museu Afro Brasil
Incredibly stunning museum. Some amazing exhibitions, might even say the best I experienced in the city on Afro-culture. When you've finished take a stroll or walk around Ibirapuera park.
Maracanã Stadium
Definitely one of the best, if not THE best, live football experiences I've ever had. The atmosphere, music, vibes were incredible. Let alone the entertaining football match. Brazilians have this warmth and inate…
Ipanema Beach
Great views and great vibes at Ipanema beach. Worthwhile visit when you're in the city. Definitely solo and family friendly.
Rango Sarado
Brunch here was fantastic! It does get busy though, so get there early so you can get a seat
Pequena África
Worthwhile heading to this place - not too far from Pedro da Sal - on a guided tour, so you can get the full historical context of this cultural landmark. Extremely busy on a Monday night.
Pedra do Sal
The best place to be on a Monday night in Rio de Janeiro. Great live music, food stalls. There are A LOT of people and it can be quite overstimulating, but it's a memorable experience! Probably worth going with a…
Museu das Favelas
Learnt a lot about the history of the favelas. It features some incredible exhibitions and celebrates Brazilian favelas, which is important to see as a tourist learning about the culture.
Spoiler Bar
A nice place to eat and make friends. If you're a black person, you can notice a lack of people of color because of the area (the southern part of Brazil is predominantly white), but they treated me really well in the…
France
Waly-Fay Restaurant
Waly-Fay feels like home to me. A warm, friendly, familiar place with food that nourishes me at my core and satisfies my soul. One of my favourite things about Paris is that it gives me an opportunity to explore…
Glaces Glazed
More sorbet. Never enough sorbet. I am sorbet. Glaces Glazed do exceptional artisan ice creams and sorbets, some of them even contain a little booze if you’re into that. I tried the mojito which was like having a…
Babylone Bis
One of my all time favourite spots in Paris, I have to visit each and every time I’m in the city. Although popular with celebrities Babylone Bis is no frills, super chilled and open until 4am in the morning. I’ve tried…
HolyBelly Restaurant
The pancakes at Holy Belly are absolutely fantastic. Delicious. Amazing. Light, fluffy, slightly salted with crispy edges. The bacon is really good too and it’s served with luscious French butter and proper maple…
Gumbo Yaya
You need to definitely try this while in Paris. Southern US-style food including burgers & fried chicken with waffles - the waffles are a must! There's some outdoor seating as well.
Jeffrey Cagnes
Another early morning stroll discovery we popped into Jeffrey Cagnes for a stunningly simple, classic croissant. Fantastic. I also picked up a small treat that was meant for later but didn’t last more than 10 minutes -…
Sucre Glace
I live for sorbet. Sucre Glace was the perfect “little something sweet” needed after a lacklustre lunch experience. Kiwi, white peach and pineapple sorbet are not flavours I come across easily in London and they all…
Ten Belles
We stumbled across Ten Belles during a relaxed morning walk across the city. I opted for an iced latte with oat milk & the Pain Suisse - flaky croissant pastry nearly dripping with butter, rich chocolate and vanilla…
Atelier Galimard
If you like scents and want to make your own fragrance that you can take home, this is a great experience for you. Make a one-of-one scent, and get the option of purchasing your unique fragrance again in the future on…
Netherlands
Stadhuisplein
Popular location with various stores and food spots. In the summer, you can join outdoor salsa dancing classes and socials with a community called Striktly Salsa. Their instagram is @striktlysalsabachata. Definitely…
Portugalia Churrasco & Co
Top tier Portuguese-inspired food here. Definitely recommend the octopus or ask the waiter's to make a suggestion. Depending on your budget, can be quite expensive in comparison to other options, but worth trying out!
Sabajo Concept Bar
From a distance, I saw a Black and diverse crowd here. Didn't get a chance to go in, but it looked like a vibe - heard a lot of R&B music being played. Hope to hit up this spot when I'm back in the city.
Mr NonNo Center
Good and quick service, with a range of sweet options to choose from. Nice for a solo meal or with friends. Really nice interior decor too. Would recommend.
Portugal
Passeio das Virtudes
Amazing scenic point view. Definitely the place to be during sunset. Can get a bit busy, but not too crowded - you'll find a spot. There's bars and restaurants situated locally as well
Adega Sports Bar
Great place to watch live sports. On the right night, a pub crawl might pass through this spot.
United States
La Factoria
Great place for good music and salsa dancing. I went during the Old San Juan Festival (end of Jan/early Feb), which is one of the best times to be in the city. Place is busy and vibrant. Can get a bit overwhelming but…
Carabalí Rainforest Park
Good location for horseback riding. You can book the experience through GetYourGuide. Take a taxi to the location and arrive at least 45-mins in advance to make sure you don't miss your slot. The guide will take you…
Pinky's Calle Loíza
Loved this spot while I was in PR for the Old San Juan Festival. Nice staff too!
Italy
Hanna's Ristorante Roma
Alleyway restaurant a minute from the Trevi Fountain, with outdoor tables for people-watching. The fettuccine bolognese (€16) is the best pasta ever, and the servers were open for a chat well beyond the food. (via…
Pancia Felice
Central pizzeria whose name means 'Happy Belly'. The genuine hospitality stood out, and the server made the visit fun, but the margherita (€10) didn't really hit the spot. (via beingchristinajane blog)
South Africa
JARRYDS. Brunch Restaurant
Brunch spot with a pretty, plant-filled conservatory under a glass roof, plus a small boutique. The staff very nice, they welcomed me and my group to take photos in the prettiest section. The French toast was the star…
The Westin Cape Town
A waterfront hotel where the service and food impeccable, with a huge breakfast buffet, a 19th-floor club lounge with city and mountain views and complimentary snacks (4–7pm), and thoughtful touches like a lavender…
Sweden
Westfield Mall of Scandinavia
Scandinavia's biggest shopping centre, a short trip from central Stockholm. Headed here on arrival for shopping and a food-court dinner. (via Sheila B vlog)
Nefertiti
Really cool nightlife spot, they host a variety of events here, so make sure to check out what's on during the week on their website.
Zamenhof
Great vibrant spot in the Friday or Saturday evening. Range of food options and bars for drinks. Definitely a good spot to head to with friends.
Colombia
Czechia
Galerie Rudolfinum
Lovely interior architecture. Probably take you a couple hours to go through all the rooms.
Germany
Indonesia
Mowies Bali
If you're traveling solo or working remotely, Mowie’s is the place to be! They are totally laptop-friendly, so you can set up shop indoors or right by the pool. The breakfast selection is amazing and incredibly…
Jamaica
Calabash Ital Food
It is my favourite vegan food spot in Ochi. Everything is good. The soup is usually gone if you don't order it early and the vegan burger with plantain chips is yummy.
Mexico
Norway
Poland
Romania
Senegal
Le Djoloff Hotel
A boutique hotel near the Corniche with striking arches and warm orange walls. The staff were the highlight: two employees stepped in to protect her when a man became aggressive outside after she photographed his horse…
Turkey
Çorlulu Ali Paşa Medresesi
A historic medrese courtyard full of hookah cafés. A local friend brought Will (Random Traveling Black Guy) here during Ramadan for a traditional meal and hookah, eating with complete strangers who he said felt like…
United Arab Emirates
Golden Sands Hotel Creek (now Mövenpick Dubai Creek)
Guests are greeted with a non-alcoholic coconut drink, and the entire staff were impeccable, super pleasant and attentive. The included buffet breakfast had solid options and tasty pastries. There's also a gym and a…