Freelance Journalist

Tykesha is an accomplished journalist with over two decades of experience in digital, print, and broadcast media. Her writing has appeared in National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, AFAR, Essence, Fodor’s Travel, The Saturday Evening Post, and more.

Fodor’s Travel

10 Black Adventure Groups Helping Travelers Reconnect With the Outdoors

National Geographic

How Dollywood is preserving Appalachian culture

AFAR

Harriet Tubman’s Story Didn’t End with the Underground Railroad–See Where Her Life Began Again in New York

Essence

Learn, Laugh, and Level Up on These ‘Skillcations’

National Geographic

Maryland’s largest island is an underrated gem in the Chesapeake Bay

Southern Living

The Scenic Virginia Town Where You’ll Find Fall Foliage Without The Crowds

Tripadvisor

Best areas to stay in Washington, D.C. to get a real feel for the city

Essence

Top Last-Minute Summer Destinations

AFAR

This Southern State Just Unveiled a New Black Heritage Trail that Highlights Dozens of Significant Sites

Essence

JOMO-Friendly Destinations for Rest and Recharge

Southern Living

The Best Things to do in Hampton, Virginia

Essence

More Than Music: Fans Say Farewell to J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival

The Saturday Evening Post

The Inspiring Story of The Aberdeen Gardens Resettlement Community

Essence

Why Gig-Tripping Is the Trend to Try in 2025

Essence

Top Destinations for Solo Adventures in 2025

AFAR

Asheville is on Its Way Back and Needs Visitors Now More Than Ever

Travel + Leisure

I Lived Out My Bookworm Dreams at This Historic Inn on Canada’s Prince Edward Island

Fodor’s Travel

How to Visit Hawai’i More Responsibly

Southern Living

12 Best Things to Do in Pensacola, Florida

Essence

Dōgon By Chef Kwame Onwuachi Pays Homage To D.C.’s Vibrant Food Culture And History

Essence

7 Things I Wish I’d Know Before Taking My First Family Cruise

Tripadvisor

10 Best Family Beach Vacation Ideas for the Whole Family

AFAR

A Lesser-Known Black History Museum is Getting a Facelift and Deserved Attention

TravelAge West

Review: Rock House in Turks and Caicos

Essence

Heading to Raleigh for Dreamville Festival? Make it an Extra Black Weekend with This Mini Destination Guide

Essence

Still in Baltimore for CIAA? These Are the Must-See Sites Rich in Black History

The Saturday Evening Post

A Visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Tripadvisor

A Three-day Road Trip Through Maryland’s Black History

Shondaland

Head Turners: Archeologist Alexandra Jones Empowers Communities by Uncovering The Past

Tripadvisor

5 Body Positive Ski Resorts, According to Plus-size Skiers

AFAR

The Best Dishes to Try in Asheville, North Carolina, According to Its Top Chefs

Essence

A Train Ride Through Canada Gave Me A Glimpse Of The Luxury Travel Experience I Deserve

Tripadvisor

Why Traveling Alone Makes Me a Better Parent

Hemispheres

‘Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins’ Aims to Make Adventure Travel More Inclusive

The Telegraph

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington, DC

Travel + Leisure

This Iconic European Hotel Brand Now Has a Beachfront Hotel in Cancun, Mexico

Fodor’s Travel

11 Places to Connect with Washington D.C.’s Rich Black History

Fodor’s Travel

11 Places to Connect with Baltimore’s Black History

Matador Network

This Adults-Only Cancun Hotel is the Perfect Place for Solo Travelers to Slow Down

Matador Network

A Music-Lover’s Guide to Macon, Georgia, The Birthplace of Southern Rock

British Airways, High Life Magazine

Travel World International Magazine

Tiny House Getaway above Zion

StyleBlueprint

Why TN’s Nearest Green Distillery is a Must-See

How to Get Your Travel Mojo Back After Having Children

StyleBlueprint

Three New England Getaways Perfect for Fall

StyleBlueprint

The Top 5 Southern Cities PERFECT for Remote Working

StyleBlueprint

How to Spend 48 Hours in Wilmington, DE

StyleBlueprint

Thomasville, Georgia: A Charming Weekend Getaway