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Who are we when we travel? About the Journey is a travel show about connecting more deeply to the places we visit, and in turn, ourselves. In Season 4, travel journalist and Marriott Bonvoy member Oneika Raymond explores how mindful travel has the power to change us: to nurture us, our relationships, and even the world around us. We’ll travel to four destinations known to transform those who visit —and by the end of each episode, you’ll have a full day’s itinerary to kick start your own well ...
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New Orleans, Louisiana: Soothe Your Soul With Jazz, Culture and Comfort Food in NOLA’s Tremé Neighborhood
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Oneika Raymond heads to New Orleans, Louisiana to connect with the people and history of Tremé, one of the oldest Black neighborhoods in the U.S. There, she’ll sit with some of the Tremé culture bearers of music, food and history to build a deeper understanding of the city’s roots. Oneika sets off from her hotel, W New Orleans French Quarter. It’s …
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Solo Travel Tips: How to Have a Life-Changing Trip with Yourself
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Oneika Raymond sits down with solo travel expert Beth Santos, founder of Wanderful, a global travel community for women. Together, they talk about how traveling on your own can be an opportunity for personal growth and share expert tips on how to make the most of your solo travels. Beth takes a mindset-first approach to traveling solo on your own t…
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Sedona, Arizona: Where to Kick-Start Your Wellness Journey in the Verde Valley
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Oneika Raymond kick-starts this season in Sedona, Arizona, a desert oasis tucked in the Verde Valley and known for its stunning red rock formations and energy vortices. There, she embarks on a wellness journey to explore how Sedona encourages visitors to slow down to reconnect to themselves. She meets up with three locals who help her tap into Sedo…
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About the Journey is back! This season, host and travel journalist Oneika Raymond goes on a wellness journey to four distinct places with the power to transform those who come to visit. Join us every other Friday through early October as we mindfully get to know ourselves and the world around us through meaningful, nurturing travel. About the Journ…
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Kreuzberg, Berlin: Support the City’s Women-Led Eateries with a Michelin-Starred Chef
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Oneika Raymond is off to Berlin's neighborhood of Kreuzberg, a thriving multicultural district just south of Mitte, for the final stop on her journey. There, she meets up with Dalad Kambhu, the chef and owner of Michelin-starred Thai restaurant, Kin Dee. Together, they take a walking tour through Kreuzberg to get to know the district, and its large…
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Bronzeville, Chicago: Tour the City’s ‘Black Metropolis’ with a Local TikToker and Historian
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Oneika Raymond dials into Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, where historian Sherman ‘Dilla’ Thomas takes us on a bus tour through the birthplace of gospel music and Black History Month located just four miles south of the city’s downtown. Bronzeville has quickly become the most popular neighborhood tour that Dilla offers through his bus tour comp…
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Little River, Miami: Go Beyond the Beach to Uncover the City’s Dynamic Latin Music Scene
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Oneika Raymond heads to Little River, Miami, a creative hub north of downtown and across the bay from Miami Beach. There, she’s joined by local entrepreneur Isabella “Izzy” Acker for a driving tour of the area where Isabella launched Tigre Sounds, a global music discovery platform with a focus on Latin artists. Through it, Isabella hosts live Tigre…
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South Central, Los Angeles: Find the Magic in South LA’s Everyday Moments with a Local Cycling Enthusiast
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Oneika Raymond dials into South Central, Los Angeles, where local cycling enthusiast Michelle Moro takes us for a tour in her beloved hometown. Born and raised in South Central, Michelle knows her neighborhood inside and out - but she still takes the time to explore like a traveler when she documents her bike rides on her TikTok, @miche1ada. To sho…
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Peckham, London: Explore This British-Nigerian Hub with a Local Author
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Oneika Raymond travels to the heart of Peckham, a bustling neighborhood in South London just a few miles southeast of the Thames River. There, she joins local author Jendella Benson for a walking tour of the district she holds dear. Peckham is where Jendella set her debut novel, Hope and Glory, in order to pay tribute to the town and its Nigerian-B…
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Washington Heights, NYC: Embrace 'The Little Dominican Republic' and Its Unexpected Running Scene
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Host Oneika Raymond takes the A-line up to Washington Heights, a loud, vibrant Dominican neighborhood in New York City, to join local Hector Espinal for a walking tour of his hometown. Hector is the co-founder of We Run Uptown, the first-ever running group in uptown Manhattan, and the perfect guide to get to know the streets of Washington Heights. …
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What does it mean to truly know a city? About the Journey is a travel show about getting off the beaten path to better understand the places we visit. In Season 3, travel journalist and Marriott Bonvoy member Oneika Raymond visits lesser-known neighborhoods in six iconic cities across the world. With the help of locals who know their neighborhoods …
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San Francisco, CA: Celebrate Queer History in the Castro
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Oneika Raymond walks Castro Street with filmmaker and drag performer Joshua Grannell (he/him) on their way to opening night of Frameline, the largest and longest running queer film festival in the world. The Castro is a historic San Francisco neighborhood which first became known as a hub for the Gay Civil Rights Movement of the 1970s. Oneika meets…
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Vancouver, B.C.: Explore Canada’s Largest Chinatown
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Oneika Raymond dials into Vancouver's historic Chinatown to learn how local entrepreneur Carol Lee has been leading the charge to save the historic neighborhood. Carol is the chair and founder of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, and is dedicated to revitalizing the neighborhood without losing its invaluable cultural heritage. Oneika learns about…
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Dallas, TX: Celebrate Juneteenth at the Texas Black Invitational Rodeo
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Oneika Raymond makes her way to Dallas, Texas on Juneteenth weekend for the legendary 33rd Annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo to get to know Black cowboy culture and history, a part of the American story that often goes untold. From galloping horses and the hoots and hollers of the more than 300 competing Black cowboys and cowgirls to the revere…
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San Juan, PR: Restore the Red Mangroves of Laguna del Condado
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Oneika dials into Puerto Rico to talk about regenerative travel with Carmen Portela and Iris Landruá of Local Guest, a tourism agency that connects visitors to sustainable experiences. She’ll learn about the rich natural beauty of the Caribbean island and hear how Local Guest is partnering with locals to share their knowledge of the island with vis…
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Denver, CO: Hit the Inclusive Hiking Scene at Genesee Park
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Oneika Raymond travels to the Mile High City and hits the trail at Denver’s Genesee Mountain Park to learn more about how we can make the outdoors a more welcoming place for all. She’ll lace up her hiking boots to join Denverite Beth Bradley for a short trek along the Genesee Summit Trail, a short drive from downtown Denver. Beth is a plus-sized hi…
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Washington, D.C.: Visit a Black-Owned Bookstore in Historic Anacostia
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Oneika Raymond heads to Anacostia, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Washington D.C., to visit Mahogany Books, the community's first Black-owned bookstore in over two decades selling works by Black authors. She'll meet with co-founders Derrick and Ramunda Young – partners in business and life – to discuss the impact of selling Black literature in …
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About the Journey is back! This season, host and travel journalist Oneika Raymond takes us on a six-city journey around North America to chat with locals and ask them what it means to travel better. Join us every Friday through September 30th as we see the world in more meaningful ways. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Tra…
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Toronto-Montreal: A Great Canadian Homecoming
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Jamaican Jerk Chicken in Toronto, towering museums in Ottawa, and matcha eclairs in Montreal. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip from Ontario to Quebec to see some of the diversity of people, places, and foods that Canada has to offer. We start our journey in Toronto, where Oneika grew up. On Eglinton Avenue, we meet up with Oneika’s friend an…
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Memphis to New Orleans: Hit the Blues Highway
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It’s known as the birthplace of the blues. An area that helped define American sound. And if you travel through the Mississippi Delta today, you’ll find this musical tradition still runs strong here. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip along the Blues Highway, from Memphis to New Orleans, as we uncover the vibrant music history that sustains th…
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Boston to Portland: A Coastal Maine Escape
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An iconic lighthouse, storied blueberries and the freshest lobster you can eat. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip up the Maine coast to get a sense of the endearing character that northern New England has to offer. Our first stop is in York, Maine to enjoy one of the most photographed lighthouses in Maine, the Nubble Lighthouse. We’ll hear fr…
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Green Bay to Chicago: A Day On Lake Michigan
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Sailing on Lake Michigan, a sweet treat in dairy country and authentic Chicago blues. Join host Oneika Raymond on a trip along the west coast of Lake Michigan for a refreshing spin on the Midwest. We'll start our road trip off in the “Malibu of the Midwest”, Sheboygan, Wisconsin to learn about sailing from SEAS, a local organization that's making t…
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Los Angeles to San Diego: Rolling into SoCal
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From roller skates to birria tacos, this episode takes us southbound on the 5 from Los Angeles to sunny San Diego. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip down one of the most famous coastlines in America to get a taste of southern California culture. We start our journey heading south down Whittier Boulevard to catch a glimpse of the iconic low-ri…
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Seattle to Portland: Finding Community Spirit in the PNW
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World class glassblowing, a diverse farmers market and even a bit of kayaking: join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip through the Pacific Northwest, exploring the local communities between Seattle and Portland. We’ll hear stories from area insiders along the way as we stop in Tacoma, Washington; Olympia, Washington; and Estacada, Oregon. First, we…
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Wyoming’s National Parks: Witness Wildlife
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Legendary grizzlies and a sanctuary for mustangs. In this episode, we’re driving around Wyoming’s National Parks in search of some serious wildlife. Join Host Oneika Raymond as we practice sustainable tourism throughout some of the most dramatic landscapes in the United States. We’ll base our trip at the Springhill Suites Jackson Hole in the mounta…
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The key to enjoying this busy East Coast commute? Slow it down, and take a break from the highway. Join Oneika Raymond as she discovers the hidden treasures between these two hubs, from world-class birdwatching to the area’s Black history to three rival sandwich shops competing for the throne. First out of New York, we’ll go on a Garden State birdi…
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The Florida Keys: Drive the Overseas Highway
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To reach Key West, the southernmost point in the United States, the legendary Overseas Highway travels 113 miles over more than 40 islands, each with its own story to tell. In this episode, we join host Oneika Raymond on a journey through these Florida Keys, traveling from Miami to Key Largo and all the way down to Key West. Along the way we’ll hea…
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Oahu’s North Shore: Connect with Island Life
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Oahu is famous for Waikiki and Pearl Harbor, but where do the people who live here really spend their time? Join Host Oneika Raymond as she takes off on a short, but packed road trip around the island’s North Shore, trying the poke at a locally loved shop, discovering ocean conservation efforts at a popular surfing beach, and exploring a lush valle…
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School bus graveyards, soul food, and Native American folklore await travelers who know where to stop between Atlanta, Georgia and Asheville, North Carolina. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a Southern road trip full of culture, food and characters. First along Highway 85 in Alto, Georgia, Alonzo Wade Auto Parts, where owner Walter Wade reveals a School…
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About the Journey - Coming Soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here. To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About…
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