That One Time I Went To Essence Festival On A Budget

I had been to NOLA before for National Urban League Conference, but the vibe at Essence Fest was something different. It was truly a reunion with people from all walks of life that came together for the one event that can possibly change their lives. I grew up reading Essence and very aware of what the magazine brings to our community.

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Food, Travel Nicia Hodge Food, Travel Nicia Hodge

Memories of Malaysia

We spent 3 days in Malaysia eating, exploring, partying, and eating again. lol It was a mini Manhattan filled with crowded streets of tourists and locals trying to make it day by day. The hustle of people in this city was interesting to see. As far any place I go, I am the biggest “people watcher.” Sometimes you have to take it all in in silence because if you don’t, then you will truly miss out on the ambiance.

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Food, Travel Nicia Hodge Food, Travel Nicia Hodge

#HolidayTravel: Portland and Seattle

The holidays are over and the year is off to a fresh new start.

I spent my holidays traveling to Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington. The Northwest was very different to travel to. Some may wonder why go? Well, why not? Yes, we traveled from one cold state to another. Why didn't we go somewhere warm?

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