Summer is in full swing, which means it’s the perfect time for a vacay. If you’re anything like some of us who’s hopeful plans never make it out of the group chat or can never figure out exactly what it is you want out of a trip, you may need to enlist some help for your future excursions. Whether you want to set sail on an all inclusive, adult only cruise, relax with your loved ones on a family friendly resort, or embark on a solo adventure, we have curated a list of Nashville’s most helpful Black travel agents to help you navigate your next vacation.
Derrick Matthews, Matthews Travel Group
Destination specialities: Caribbean, Hawaii, Southeast Asia, Africa
Specialities: Luxury travel, Culinary experiences
Erica James, Erica James Travel
Destination specialities: The Caribbean, Mexico, Dubai, Las Vegas, Ghana, Africa
Specialists: All-Inclusive Vacation Packages
Destination specialities: Thailand
Specialities: Group Trips, Family Vacations, Women’s travel, Cruises, Elevated Escapes
Ta-Tanisha Thomas, Officially Crowned Travel
Destination specialities: Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Los Cabos, Greater Fort Lauderdale, Las Vegas, St. Kitts & Nevis, and St. Lucia, and more
Specialties: All-inclusive vacation packages, Hotels and resorts, Cruises (ocean and river)
Whitney Snell, Team Snell Travels, LLC
Destination specialities: At Sea, Europe, USA, Mexico, France
Specialities: Adult Only, Groups, Military, All Inclusive, Cruises
Updated July 2026
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