One more sub! I'm planning traveling abroad with my future wife during our honeymoon but, assuming that we will have the money to do so, I really wouldn't like to have that ruined because racism, mysogyny, xenophoby and other ill stuff...we will talk more about that! Very nice content you've got here! One more sub!
Truth is, there are some obvious exceptions, but one rarely sees a black guy/ man of color who was not born in America ( or who even a second generation American) get in trouble in the U.S. Similar with Afro-Latinos, East or West Asians, American Indians, etc. Nor African-Americans with similar upbringing as immigrants. Not Ethiopians, Somalians, Jamaica, Dominicans, Dravidians nor Nigerians, simply because they know how to not put themselves in precarious situations and how to deal with authority calmly and non- confrontationally, even when caught in a violation, based on their experiences in their native countries, where parroting "my Constitutional rights" is not going to save you. My relatives, male and female, use the solid commonsense of today's immigrants because it was/ is instilled in the home and school. It helps to stay away from places and situations that imply criminality, to avoid accumulation of legal citations including multiple child support issues and unpaid tickets, and looking neat, well- groomed and appropriately attired. That's whether one's destination is Nairobi or Rome. Definitely in the Middle East!
Thank you for this. I am a black woman that likes to travel solo and I have no desire to ever visit any of these countries alone or with a group. I do not go where i am not wanted or celebrated. There are 195 countries in the world so I have plenty of others to choose from. Thanks!
@@yunggpacino Police can't tell the difference between me and you in a split second, I didn't know as a foreigner reaching for my ID could get me shot.
@@yunggpacino I heard about that and the abortion clinics in every community. We all know what the agenda has always been and the sad part is........their winning.
Been to quite a few countries solo and I have to admit Egypt has the potential to be very aggressive. I went to Egypt as part of my group tour with a boyfriend at the time. Even when I was with him, the Egyptians would joke that they want to smell my money (when we went to the bazaar). I didn’t feel any discrimination but I can agree they are very pushy there. Egypt is a very poor country despite being the mecca of civilization. If I were a solo traveler I would have been annoyed. Also bring your own toilet paper when you go because that country DOES NOT PLAY when it comes to toilet paper. I even had to create a hoarding situation because they were TIGHT with toilet paper.
I live in Casablanca part of the year. My husband is Moroccan. I can 100% attest to Morocco being one of the most racist places I've ever been. I know that I am Black when I am in Morocco. I don't just feel like a person. I am a Black person. They treat me poorly until they find out I am American and then they want to try and knock me down a peg by demanding to know my original African country because they also don't believe that Black people are American. They also do not call theirselves African. They only refer to Black Africans as Africans. It's bizarre. I have been called the "N" word & their version of the "N" word, "3zia"; pronounced Ehzia (for a woman & Ehzi for a man) in an American accent. They do not respect women. Even women who are covered up. I have a friend who is a Niqabi; she talks about getting harassed when she goes outside sometimes. Mind you all you can see is her eyes when she goes outside because of her Niqab. I was coming from the Hammam (bathhouse) and I was wearing a hijab to project my wet hair from the elements and got harassed. It genuinely does not matter what you are wearing. There is just no respect for anyone except their own mothers maybe. I was getting out of a Taxi and a man asked me "Combien" which means "How Much" in French. You can guess what he was asking me. I told him to ask him momma. Don't even get me started on the men in Marrakech. And there is no reasoning with them. They are ignorant. This experience has made me realize that I can not live in a homogeneous country.
Well-said. BTW, where can a brother go to meet well-traveled, *open-minded* , educated black women? (not just "educated on paper" but actually have a naturally big vocabulary and an interest in learning new things, and aren't afraid to show these qualities publicly)?
@@ChineduOpara The Washington DC area has some cultured, well spoken, Open minded Black women bro and they have $$ lol not that I care but they aren’t generally only looking to spend yours 💯
I wasn’t traveling solo, but I loved Morocco! I didn’t feel any shade at all. The vendors were pushy, but I didn’t feel like it was racist. They were trying to hustle all of the tourists equally. lol I did have an incident in Rome on public transit, but the woman was a German tourist, not an Italian national. The actual Italians were super cool.
This is disheartening as I wanted to visit each of those countries. I have been to Egypt with a group and did not feel that safe. It is frustrating how as a black traveler the world wants to close it's doors to you when all you want to do is experience something new and see places that you may have only seen on TV. Adding more stamps to your passport. It seems like black travelers all go to the same places. Basically Mexico and the Caribbean.
I just got back from Egypt in December. I traveled with a small group but also did alot of my own thing like going to the market etc. I did not like Cairo because it is dominated by young people and yes, I observed some disrespectful patterns. I did not personally feel disrespect, but I noticed it in general even with their own women. I loved Aswan and Luxor. Hoping to return to Aswan next October. So many Black people in Aswan that looked just like my uncles and aunties. Had the best time in Aswan.
@@robinsnestradio I enjoyed visiting all those parts of Egypt you mentioned when I visited. When I went I went with a large group so I felt pretty safe but sometimes I would go out on my own and then not as much.
Don't be disheartened for all these 6-8 stories that are negative OMG there are so many positive memories to be made - traveling as a person - who is black. PLEASE know, and go! 😀 so people can have the blessing of knowing you in the world!
@@InviteTheLightReadings That is how I feel when I travel. I want them to get to know me! We bring so much joy to this world! And everyone knows this to be true. Travel and let the world see you! 🌏
Dark skin Black american man, w/ long dreadlocks here. B4 the pandemic, I've solo travelled and backpacked through most the places on this list. I had a great time and yall will too. My advice is to remember when you leave USA you are entering into different cultural framework. Some people might come across as racist in our american framework but in their culture, they not trying to be offensive. Have fun exploring our beautiful world.
I think sometimes we forget that we are visiting "someone else's house" and the rules of engagement can be very different. Many countries I have visited take instant offense to anyone who doesn't try to speak their language or follow their customs.
100% agree. It sounds like many people in these comments are disappointed or offended that American cultural standards don't apply when they go abroad. There are racists everywhere, including your own hometowns.
I have traveled or lived in each of these places plus 54 others and never had issues. I do speak some of the local languages or have picked up enough to get along. As long as you respect the culture, do your research to understand dynamics of society and leave the US mentality of race above anything else, you will have a blast and meet tons of good people.
I was in Italy in the late 90s and was poorly treated while trying to get in because I was coming from Africa,Kenya to be specific,and while I endured racism over there NOT all Italians are FLAMING racists as most people would love to believe most are actually super friendly...I was there for a full 6 months as a Tourist and other than a few bad experiences for the most part I also had a good time including travelling from one place to the next in those magnificent Italian Bullet trains from one town to the next,Biked over there and visited Rome,Venice,Milan,Turin,Verona,Trento in the North part of Italy where I stayed for the most part among many other towns and I would still love to visit again someday as I still met and interacted with very awesome Italians.
@Question everything Or Buffalo, NY. That place is wicked too. That love Canel Lake Erie polluted water along with the Tonawanda factory Tire Smell. The ladies are ugly up there too and it is very bigoted like the 1940’s.
I went to Morocco solo last year and had an AMAZING time!!!!..the place is full of Moroccans that are in every skin complexion from light to dark.Most people actually thought I was Moroccan(im fully black)..a few street vendors did call out a black celebrity to get my attention but literally that’s how they hustle your custom regardless of race they will always shout a celebrity or try and charm you.I found that everyone was good vibes out there and hospitality was A1!…I’m not saying everyone will have this experience but personally as a black man solo traveller I absolutely loved it and will be going back this year again
I spent about 5 weeks in Pune, India for work in February 2020. I agree with everything shared in the video. People stared at me, wanted to take pictures of me; thankfully no one touched my hair which was in mini twists 😱. The best experiences I had when I was with a Latinx coworker who passed for Indian, and they didn't give him a hard time at all. Outside of hanging with my coworker, I tried not to go to too many places by myself for safety reasons.
As an African-American man I'm not interested in going to any of those places you just talked about as well as a great deal of countries you haven't even spoke of, a good Caribbean cruise will be quite sufficient for me.
@@22s22a there are places you can go right here in the good old USA and find yourself out of your comfort zone. It can be jogging in the wrong neighborhood or driving your car and being Typecast and so on.
WHAT??? I've Been Travelling For Years To FIRENZE, PISA & BOLOGNA As a SOLO Female Traveller! I LOVE Italy and The Italians Are Always Kind, Super Friendly and AMAZING! That Has Been My Own Experience! Firenze Is a Must See!❤️
The only place on this list for me was China. Went there a dozen times for business trips. Shanghai was ok few people stared. But when I was in the smaller cities Large groups of people would stare, laugh and point at me eating dinner or walking around in a store. Immigration threw my passport at me a few times when I was leaving. Made me mad i I wanted to do something but common sense told me don't go to a Chinese jail get on the plane and go home.
I lived in Puebla Mexico for 3.5 years, from 2013 to 2016 and it was a nightmare. Some people were very nice, but there was so much ignorance there because that part of Mexico, they don't see many blacks. Some people would laugh right in my face and would not care that I could see them laughing at me. I felt like a zoo animal. They have this thing there, where if they see a black person, they have to pinch the person they're with and they would do this every day when I would walk places. I felt so miserable there, some days I would just stay inside. By the time I left, I was drained from having to swear at people so much
That is so interesting because I visited Mexico City and loved it, but I found it too busy. I plan on relocating to Mexico next year and added Puebla to my shortlist...Now I'm seriously reconsidering it. Any parts of central Mexico you would recommend?
@@TheVenicemcfolio are you black? darker skinned too? visiting a place is not the same as living there. when you become more immersed, work there, go to school there, try to date/marry someone, socialize, that's when you really see it. also, indigenous people will be nicer to black people than mestizo/white people.
Thing is, there are Black people in all races and they're treated terrible. There are Mexicans, Cubans, Puerto Ricans, Brazilians darker than us and still have the nerve to believe they're better. I,ll take the racism here. Why travel for it.
People will be people, so people will have their biases and prejudicial ways. It is said, “The grass isn’t greener on the other side because there is manure in that backyard (country) too,” just a reality check. If you’re seeking perfection, don’t look for it in people because we’re all flawed.
The problem with this video is it's based upon other people's experience and there is no mention of how people presented themselves. I say this, because often times Americans show up very ignorant and do not try to learn about the country culture, people, and language. For example, I have seen many Americans while in Egypt, Morocco and other nstions where the population is predominantly Muslim and do not dress modestly. It's offensive to the local people and you will most definitely attract unwanted attention. China is a country that has over a billion people who look the same, so you should expect to stick out. I had a couple who wanted to take a picture with me and a white coworker had the same treatment because he was tall and red headed. I traveled on a sleeper train from Shanghai to Beijing by myself and had a wonderful experience. I traveled back on a bullet train and had an interesting conversation with a local person. I have traveled a lot of places on 5 of the 7 continents with no issue. People need to be mindful of where they are and don't complain when things are not like they are used to at home. Be safe wherever you go and that includes the US. Please include the US in one of your videos, because its one of the worst offenders based upon just being of African descent and pure hatred.
I have been to Italy and have been targeted for being a black American which we know equals rich right. Outside of Rome I felt safe including Venice. Italy’s male dominant culture looks down on single women in general although their rates of marriage is plummeting also. Pickpockets are rampant in Europe so act accordingly. Africans can really be treated poorly as though they are trash. I purchased things from them just because of what I witnessed. Egypt and Morocco do not surprise me as their religious culture forbids single men contact with women and if you don’t dress modestly women can have even more problems with harassment. With all travel, do your research so that you have an idea of what to expect.
And my attitude is why even bother with go to those places spending your damn money with these people and for what, to experience the same thing that you will experience from right here in America that all people made up the good the bad the ugly and the indifference; because all people are the same everywhere.
@@earlford4100 I'm Asian... travelled the world when I was young. I went to jail for fighting with a fruit vendor that tried to cheat me then poking me in the chest repeatedly... 4 days in a cell with a dirt floor and 2 inches of water with only a bucket to piss in. Lots of mosquitoes... Another was escaping a mob in Surigao working for a pimp that tried to set me up with a slut that looked older than my grandmother. I don't know how I wiggled out of that one but I got slashed pretty deep on my right rib cage. Had to get two layers of stitches... still got the scar... chicks dig scars... well... they did, I'm not cute anymore and I just turned 69. There's more but... mmmm... those two memories make me smile the most... I met some reeeally great local people too along the way that shared their house and food with me too... memories you don't get on Carnival Cruise Lines.... 😂😂
@@earlford4100 Humans are hard-wired to explore. Yeah most parts of the world hate us, but that doesn't mean we are prisoners. There are countries and places within those countries that are friendly to us. Sometimes VERY friendly and supportive. We just gotta RESEARCH and FIND OUT. I mean... bro sorry to be rude but you sound HELLA like a stereotypical *myopic* blq-'Muricn. Why'd you even click this video, if you're already mentally primed to "stay home"? Well that's your choice... enjoy being brutalized by the cops. Me, I'm tired of it and making my way to Latin America this year. Maybe you should consider same...
I am a solo traveler and all those countries you mrntioned, i never have any desire to go alone or with a group. Nothing about them interest me one bit. Thank God
All the more reason for the World Wide Diaspora, to move back to the African Continent & reconnect with our family, and to boot out any and all foreigners, especially the ones who obviously don't like us , and that includes any and all black collaborators ! And lastly remember, " The Dream is One , One World Africa , Now and Forever ! " 😎
@@ChineduOpara no , I have not , but I plan on visiting as well as engaging with as many people as possible, my interests began from historical treatment of all of us of African ancestry, and a strong desire that we all should go to uplift each other in total and complete unity , in true familial love. That's all , " remember not only Is The Dream Certain, but It Is Also One, One World Africa, Now and Forever ! " 😎
@@claudiushedrington752 I see. I admire your optimism, homie. I hope you can still keep it up AFTER you have visited a few countries and seen for yourself 😉
Iam a Black man and I have visited China many times over for 30 years, and I seldomly had a Bad experience with locals, Both in the cities and rural areas of the country. Yes they took pictures and they touched my head, it was out of curiosity, because they have never saw a person of color before, not out of hate. I admit it was uncomfortable at first, but when they explained and soon after apologized for their actions, it had been much better. I am greeted more friendly and I had made some friends along the way. For me, it is more of a cultural experience than any other, and at ti times, I traveled alone. just last year I was in Japan with friends and never had a problem with people asking questions. I even lived in Osaka, for five years and made tons of friends. So.....if anything, its a cultural experience and not out of hatred towards blacks.
I think a lot of Westerners, black or not, became whiny and entitled and approach new countries and different cultures with a narrow mindset and even cry because people were curious about them in a positive way. Blacks from various African countries are often not programmed in this way by Western influence and have a much better experience in countries such as China for example. They usually have only positive things to say from what I saw. I think it also has something to do with having better role models in life such as great leaders of African countries like Mandela, or Ibrahim Traoré and Thomas Sankara from Burkina Faso. Those role models teach people to not be a victim and take pride in what you do for your community and country. I feel like minorities in the USA / UK, whether it's American-born Chinese or American-born Blacks, have been stripped of their spirit and dignity completely. You can even see that a lot in this comment section and in the video itself.
The part about China is very true. I didn't find it racist, but the people are extremely curious about blacks and want to take your picture or take a picture with you. They are overall very friendly and helpful but do not understand that the aforementioned is offensive to some. I didn't mind to be honest. They seemed to just want to be friends with someone who looks different from them.
When I lived there, I tried hard not to apply my views of what is and isn't offensive to their society. But then I'd see a billboard showing cartoon images of children representing all races and the black kid was portrayed with an Al Jolson jig-a-boo face. I suspect it's all the Chinese artist who created the billboard knew. The artist didn't know anything about American lynchings, forced racial segregation, or the Soweto Uprising. I tried to educate Chinese about black culture whenever I got a chance.
Tarifa, Spain was hostile. I almost caught a charge because of disrespect. Morocco was welcoming. In fact they looked at my US passport and said "Welcome Home".
I went to Egypt with my cousin who’s a black woman and I’ll never go back it was horrible to be stared at and the attitudes the entire time never again
Generally people are nice everywhere. But some incidents can turn you off. I remember being stopped by police twice in Italy. I was travelling with two other friends. I have darker complexion than my two friends and we are all from the same country. On both occassions the police insisted on seeing my passport alone.
thank you.. very particular on where i'll spend my black dollars. i have enough of this already, stateside. if i can avoid it or deny the perps, I will!
I lived alone in Beijing for 4 years and had an apartment right down the road from the scene at 3:28. Chinese can be rude but it's mostly out of ignorance. It has been isolated from the outside world for generations and people even in the biggest cities believe in the worst stereotypes about not just black travelers but foreigners in general. I was there during the 2008 Olympics and being treated like an animal in a zoo was just the start. In later years, I rode with taxi drivers who would straight up talk to me about how Africans looked like apes and slept in the jungle next to tigers.
Egypt was by far the best country I’ve visited (besides Cambodia)… they love black Americans, I was personally taken to the Nubia Museum and was told this was the real Egyptian History - not the misinformation given to the white travelers 😂. They seriously treated me with the Red Carpet all because I am a black American (go figure 🤷🏾♂️)
Thats what alot of these folk dont get. There are levels to this. In alot of places, if you're black american, you have priviledge. If you're poor immigrant from an african country, you gonna have a tougher time. There's a sista at my job who went to Egypt and those men also rolled out the Red Carpet for her. She had a great time (and her skin tone is dark brown skin.)
have had nothing but great experiences in italy...after a day of being on the train all day coming back from lake coumo,italy walking back to my hotel in milian i passed a resturaunt the food smelled so good so i stopped the waiters were super nice upon being seated (i,m 6ft5 )the waiters screamed its lebron james ladies and gentleman!!!they were joking but most in the resturaunt applauded and laughed i received excellent service the food was so good just typing bout it makes my mouth water!!a wonderful experience 1 of many there..place that scares me and where i have received horrid racism?UNITED STATES !!so many guns i feel unsfe you can walk into a store to get gum and be a victim of a mass shooting here
Hmm, I don't know why We want to travel or be someplace that we're not welcomed. Afraká is a whole continent with over 54 countries. Not saying that they are the best option (my comment is not debatable), but at least you can set your mindset to being around people that look like You and can relate to You. 🤷🏿♀️ 🇦🇫🇨🇩🇬🇭
I've done vacations in Madrid and Barcelona. Barcelona was fantastic, Madrid not so much. Definitely felt a difference from how I was treated from other spaniards in Madrid. But I spoke with a South American that lived and worked there and his experience was the same. So was it really racism or nationalism?
I wouldn't travel to either Egypt or Morocco anyway as they're muslim countries, look how Christians in Egypt are treated. I don't want to encounter racism too even though I'm a fair skinned black woman.
Solo backpacking is one of the best experiences you can have. If you’re worried about everyone being racist, you’re not about that life my friend. Confidence, courtesy, and charm will take you anywhere. People are going to think whatever they want and being the logical optimist I am, I assume they’re always thinking “wow, what a handsome, intelligent, cultured man” in any country I visit. Stay sexy everybody
Bruh, ive had the same experience back packing. it changed my life. Ive backed packed through europe, africa and asia so far and have had some life changing experiences.
Well said, For me as a solo female traveler,I learned long ago to ignore racism, in any country/place I go, I'm sure they are "what a confident woman to come all the way here" in a positive way, that way, I just get on with it.I have never let the thought of " people of this country might be racist" stop me, because deep down, I know that everyone even in my own country has their issues about the next person. I think it also helps that I live in a rural Swiss village where the population is white.
In my own opinion;if a black American tourist is traveling alone ; and is wealthy; and wears a smile while making eye contact with the locals they shouldn’t have any problems. I’m a black man; and if I were in China; I would like the attention of the Chinese people lets face it we black Americans are a novelty when we’re in China; and most other countries!
Looking like money makes a difference whether you are in China or any other developing, third-world country. Walk the street looking ghetto in Shanghai and you deserve everything you get from the locals.
The Invaded presently occpuying the African Soil we call Egypt, Morocco and North Africa at large, are aware that they're on on the Black African Soil, they're strangers, hijackers, so their actions is a result of being afraid the own of the land "Black People" would come back to take back his land.. It's about coming.. Be careful and travel safe and in groups brothers and sisters
This must be a list of where BW shouldn’t go alone. I’ve been to most of the places listed as a solo traveler and had zero issues. Do africans get treated differently? Yes, and that’s their problem. After all, Africans treat blacks differently in america and in africa. As far as women go, it’s not a feminist/womanist world like the west.
Its that type of ignorance, may it come from an African or African American, with drummed up self hate, makes us all easy pickings to others misguided hate. United or die.
Florence/Firenze Is An AMAZING City. As a Black/Culturally Diverse Woman, I’ve Been Travelling To Florence, Pisa, Bologna, ALONE, For Several Years. I’ve Always Had The Most Fantastic, Happy, Fulfilling Experiences. I’ve Made Friends That Are Now Longterm Relationships. It’s Unfair To Condemn Italy As Unfriendly To Black Women. I❤️Firenze, Italy.
I would try the all of those nations, all except india that is, I've been to a lot of nations where i definitely saw and felt racism but i was able to shake it off and make the best out of my trip, I spent too much money just to let some ignorance ruin my time, but india, i just feel like it would be a little too much out of control for me, being as there's a great deal more poverty there than any of the places I've visited, and where poverty abounds crime and violence will as well.
There are large no.of African students, patients and tourists that come to india none face discrimination. Unfortunately in india there is very fierce competition for everything and people try to gain upperhand and put others down. we expect people to be mentally strong hold their ground. if you get emothional with racism,skin colour discrimination. you are gone case inindia. that said. ALL africans wish you best, always welcome in INDIA
I have been to Egypt a couple times and have never felt any kind of anything. For a woman it might be different, when I was there I saw women getting harassed for the way they dressed. All it takes is a little research to know to be conservative when going there. I was stationed at Aviano for a little bit in Italy and also never felt anything threatening. Although Hong Kong is separate from China, I did not feel welcomed there, but others have said they had a great time and no problem, I guess really each situation is unique.
Black friendly countries and locations For the most part.... The Caribbean Mexico The UK France Spain Portugal Canada Colombia South Africa Seychelles The Bahamas Switzerland ...I was quite surprised about how friendly and nice swiss people were to me Most countries in western europe Most countries in South America except Argentina Of course most countries in Africa Black hating countries For the most part South Korea Argentina Libya Poland Russia All of Eastern Europe India Italy - This is a hellhole and champion of racism, even worse than India. They suffer from a racism sickness Hong Kong Some countries in central europe my My list are based on countries where blacks have certain privileges and live comfortably vs countries where they are oppressed or have no privilege. Chinese people are more curious than racist so I wouldn't exactly call them racist. However there are some racist people among them.
I went to Rome....no problems I went to Florence...no problems I went to Milan...no problems ...but you know where I have had problems? Atlanta, New York, and Boston. God Bless America. :-)
I totally agree with this list BUT i would like to add some countries that are not safe at all for solo black travellers and those countries are Brazil Poland Ucraine Japan Kuwait Serbia Montenegro Greece.
Horrificly expensive is an understatement. That's the reason why I wouldn't travel there. Greece is much cheaper. I thought about Albania, but they also have a problem with race. One black American youruber documented Albanians yelling the N word. And you can even hear them say it on the video clips! Someone also called the RU-vid the N word outside of a church. So no thanks, Albania. I'll spend my money in another country
I don't know how people say Italy is bad for black people I've had black friends (American) that traveled to Italy and LOVED IT I plan on going there and I'd never want to travel to China lol WTF
Right out of the gate i disagree with number one. There are two “major” Air Force bases in northern Italy. One in Veneto and one in Fruili. I’m in fruili but live approx 30 mins from Veneto and i along with many many black people in the AF have never experienced or heard of anything bad or racist about that region. I’m Honestly shocked Veneto, IT made the list. I’m sure there are more countries that are WORSE. But Veneto is, at least from my and my friends experience, not a anti black place.
I don’t know how Italy could have made this list. I traveled as a solo traveler in Italy. I never had a negative experience. The people were friendly. I also have a friend who studied abroad in Florence, Italy. He was warned upon arrival that he might face some racial discrimination. But all the racial bias he received were from white American tourists and not Italian locals. And when I traveled by myself through Europe and ran into other Italians, they’ve always been the friendliest people I would meet. Yes, Italy has a huge influx of African refugees landing on their shores all the time and I’m sure that brings a number of people being prejudice against black people. But from my experience they can tell the difference between a black American and a black person from Africa. I’m more surprised that the countries that make up the former eastern block in Europe didn’t make the list. There, you’ll find people who because they grew up behind the iron curtain, never came in contact with a person of color. You’ll find even worse racial bias and discrimination towards people of color there.
That shouldn't make you feel better. The whole black diaspora suffers even if you get treated well in comparison to others. That is literally your American privilege that allowing that
@@cjo4210 it’s still a channel that mostly black Americans are watching. The moment one reads the title of the video they think it’s based on the worst places for solo black American travelers to go to. If he was talking about the whole world black population, then he has a point. But the title and his explanation didn’t make it clear.
I was surprised this video lists Italy. I traveled solo to Milan/Rome/Serravalle in 2018; it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. I did a half-day tour to different sites in Milan and was the only black person on the tour; I had no problems whatsoever. Everyone was friendly.
I’m traveling to Europe in a few months, by myself. I did a solo six month long stay in Latin America in 2021. This will be my first time going overseas. I am intending to spend time in The Balkans. I have certain Eastern Bloc nations in my sights. Perhaps you can tell me which ones to rule out. I am trying to decide on that now, and doing my own research. I understand that racism is a huge thing in that part of the EU. I’m hoping you could get specific about which countries you suggest I should flat out leave off of the agenda. On my radar currently are Croatia, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovenia, Montenegro, and Albania.
Africa is a very diverse place. North Africans dont consider themselves "African." West Africans shit on East Africans. East Africans shit on West Africans. Dont me started on southern africa. No one likes each other. This is no different than Europe, Asia, etc. All that said, there are so many beautiful people in each country on the continent and so much to learn and see, i hope you go explore
I have seen indians that are as dark and many time darker than a lot of Black people and couldn't tell the difference from them and someone Black if I could not see their hair.
It the intention is not bad, let them touch your hair if they appear friendly. Truly if some folks did not grow up around black people and they are exposed to negative images of black people, then you the black person should educate then if they are welcoming. If a hair stylist with straight hair has never met a black person, it should be a teaching opportunity. This is also happening in medical education. medical textbooks, skin assessments, etc all use the white skin as the standard. Example signs of low oxygen is bluish skin. But that's if the patient has white skin. Many of the books ignore the fact that a black person, does not have blue skin as a finding for the same sign of low oxygen, etc.
