Let me just say this — when you travel with Anela, you are not just going on vacation. You are stepping into your main character era. Every detail, every meal, every moment feels like it was curated by your favorite bougie, well-traveled cousin who refuses to let you have a mid trip meltdown or a bad dinner reservation. It all started in Egypt, and listen… I was ready for my Prince of Egypt moment. Standing in front of the Great Pyramid as a Delta Sigma Theta woman? Chile, I had to take a second. Between cruising the Nile on a Dahabiya, visiting Queen Hatshepsut’s temple, and haggling (successfully!) in the Cairo bazaar, I was fully living my Cleopatra fantasy. Gold jewelry, mint tea, sunshine — Egypt gave opulence and ancestry. Then came Peru, where the vibes shifted from royal to adventurous. We’re talking rainforest mornings, Machu Picchu magic, and food that had me ready to risk it all for another plate of lomo saltado. From sipping Amazonian cocktails to watching the clouds lift over the Andes, every day was a “wow” moment. And can we talk about that 360° train ride? It was like traveling through a screensaver with snacks. And just when I thought I couldn’t top those experiences — boom — Portugal. Baby, Portugal said, “Relax, sip this wine, and mind your business.” From cruising the Douro River and tasting olive oil in Alentejo to laughing through a Lisbon cooking class with a glass of vinho verde in hand, it was giving soft life and sangria. Every view was stunning, every bite was fire, and every day felt like a toast to joy. Across all three trips, one thing stayed consistent — Anela’s magic. Everything was thoughtful, intentional, and effortlessly luxurious. She knows how to strike that perfect balance between culture and comfort, education and enjoyment. You’ll learn, laugh, sip, explore, and come home glowing (and maybe with a few extra bottles of wine in your suitcase). Egypt was epic, Peru was powerful, and Portugal was pure pleasure. Three countries, countless memories, and one constant truth: when you travel with Anela, you’re in for a trip that feeds your curiosity and your confidence. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m just waiting to see where she’s taking us next — because my passport and my spirit are both ready. ✈️✨🍷

As per usual, these Feed the Malik trips feel so personalized to the people present while ensuring we get to experience the iconic moments we signed up for. This is my 4th trip with Anela and won’t be the last!!