A viral video of the most amazing swimming pool is what inspired my husband and I to visit the luxury hotels in Switzerland. It was never on our radar, but that’s the beauty of social media. You have the opportunity to be exposed to new places you would have never thought of. We are so happy we went because it turned into one of our top trips together! Switzerland exceeded our expectations, and I feel that we garnered the essence of the country by exploring the city, countryside, and Swiss Alps. Since a hotel is what peaked our interest in the first place, I wanted to provide some details on l ..read more

Here’s a dose of travel news for frequent fliers who want to be in the know. From updates on the Boeing Airplane fiasco to the latest on our trips and events, we’re sharing the travel news that plus-size travelers need. Boeing 411 We recently shared a plus-size traveler PSA because of all of the recent issues with Boeing airplanes. As a traveler of size, it can be intimidating to ask for a seatbelt extender and members of our community have shared some travel horror stories when it comes to dealing with rude or unresponsive flight attendants. Some plus-size flyers have opted to buy and bring ..read more

Happy Women’s History Month! I’ve been waiting to share these fabulous fat artifacts with you for some time. So get ready because Fat History Class is in session! Venus of Willendorf The ancient artifact known as Venus of Willendorf is one of the oldest and most famous surviving works of art in the world. She has been considered a fertility figure, a good-luck token, a mother goddess symbol, and an aphrodisiac for the men. But we will never truly know what she represented. This 4.4 inch figurine is estimated to have been carved around 25,000 ye ..read more

Last year I turned 40 and took my first international trip to Thailand. For most of my life travel was the farthest thing from my mind. At the age of 18, during my first semester in college, I became a mother. I was more concerned about trying to finish school, working, and raising my daughter. I didn’t realize it then, but there is privilege in being able to travel, to see how others live, and to marvel at the beauty of the world outside of your immediate community. It all felt so foreign — unattainable both financially and socially for a young black girl from South Los Angeles in the la ..read more

It’s Black History Month, but you can book one of these Black-Owned Hotels for your next vacation as a way to celebrate Black History 365 days of the year. Last year I promised to center Black narratives and feature Black businesses all year long. I’m even more committed to doing so this year. Although I haven’t stayed at any of these hotels yet, they are all on my list. Most are privately owned by husband and wife teams and life partners. Here’s a brief look at Black-owned hotels you should book and why. Perfect For Solo Travelers Akwaaba Mansion Brooklyn, New York If you’re traveling to NYC ..read more

Welcome to our Big FAT Love Series! The goal of this section is to normalize fat sex, love, dating, and everything in between. Today one of our Fat Girls Traveling members shares the details of why hired a Male Escort. If you’d like to submit a love story for this section or pitch a general story email us here. The other goal of sharing this story is to help destigmatize sex work. Sex work is real work! Learn more about decriminalizing sex work here. As always, this is just another tool to help begin the conversation. We will continue to learn, grow, and do the work that helps humanize us all ..read more

Struggling to find the perfect gift for your Valentine or seeking inspiration? Look no further! We’ve handpicked these gift ideas that not only celebrate love but also champion the diversity of the LGBT+ community. What makes these gifts even more special? They are all owned and operated by individuals within the community, ensuring your purchase supports and uplifts!   Embrace intimacy with Babeland Image from Babeland 30+ years ago, Rachel and Claire founded Babeland out of frustration with the absence of female-operated and LGQTB+ friendly adult stores in Seattle. Since then the brand ..read more

I decided to spend my birthday last fall in Colombia, on a whim. It’s still one of the best trips I have ever taken. It would be a challenge to pinpoint what I enjoyed most, but it’s probably what I learned about Black history in Colombia. We took several day trips to nearby cities and islands around Cartagena. One of the day trips was to visit San Basilio de Palenque. A little town about an hour and a half away. From my TikTok research, was drawn to this area because of the Black Lives Matter murals. Along with women in colorful dresses, also known as Palenquerias. Photo by Anette Bratteberg ..read more

Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group these travel safety gadgets will help you remain safe and secure. As women, we often hear about the dangers of traveling which unfortunately means that we have to take extra precautions. Which includes checking the legality of certain devices before traveling. For example, did you know that pepper spray is illegal in Canada? There are also silent dangers to be aware of. Are you aware of Airbnb’s silent killer? There have been 19 carbon monoxide deaths in the last 10 years and Airbnb still doesn’t require properties to install carbon monoxide detect ..read more

Get ready to learn how to book on Southwest Airlines! Even if you don’t use their Costumer of Size Policy, this hack will help you get a little more space. Southwest Airlines has been in the news a lot lately for their Customer of Size Policy. Although the policy is 30 years old we’re excited to see it getting the attention it deserves. We hope that this media blitz inspires other airlines to consider the needs of fat travelers more.  Southwest Airlines is a pioneer when it comes to travel inclusivity and we appreciate that they try to accommodate us. Since the Customer of Size Policy can ..read more