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A while back we did a video on 5 beautiful black owned hotels and we have gotten a request
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to feature more. So by popular demand we are doing this video on not just 5 but 8 more incredible black owned
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hotels around the world. These places are jaw dropping stunning and there is even an all inclusive resort in Granada
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that will have you saying, Wallet I could care less I'm booking this hotel
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So where should we start? How about the Urban Cowboy Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee
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This adult-only beautique hotel in Nashville is part of the Urban Cowboy brand, which also
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features properties in Denver and New York. The owners revived the 1800s Victorian mansion to open this sanctuary that contains 8 experimental
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suites including a penthouse with a 72 inch clawfoot tub. All 8 suites are uniquely designed along with 2 bars located on the property
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The Urban Cowboy is located only 9 minutes from downtown Nashville. But you don't have to leave the hotel at all to enjoy craft cocktails or watch live music
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There is nightly performances by some of Nashville's best artists. You can even host an event in the stunning garden space at the Urban Cowboy
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Coming up next, and I know I'm going to butcher this name, we have Jamnach Sina in Marrakesh, Morocco
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This dreamy hotel is owned and designed by Marianne Martin. Morocco's only black female hotelier. This property sits on over eight acres, has 24 rooms
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five pools, a tennis court, and a private villa. The hotel design fuses traditional and modern
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elements of Moorish design and you can even take a cooking class at the hotel that focuses on local dishes and spices Have a special occasion to celebrate This hotel has unbelievable event spaces from the dreamlike garden to the high ceiling interiors that can even host weddings
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birthdays, and pretty much any other type of celebration. If you're ever in Morocco
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this is the place to stay. At number three we have Blue Apple Beach on Tierra Bombay Island
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in Colombia. This boutique hotel and beach club owned by British Trinidadian Porta Hart is located
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30 minutes off the coast of Cartagena, Colombia. It has 10 rooms all designed using local materials
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Hotel guests have access to an outdoor lounge, two pools, and even the beach. The on-site restaurant
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creates dishes using ingredients grown right on the hotel grounds. The hotel is known for having
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a diverse management team that focuses on inclusive programming. Portilla Heart also
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owns Townhouse Beautique Hotel and Rooftop and Amare Beach Club in Cartagena. And at number four
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we have Cleavedale Historic Inn and Gardens in Spartanburg, South Carolina. If you're looking
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for a restful weekend stateside, then this hotel might be the perfect fit for you. Owned by a
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retired couple, Pontheola and Paul Appernathy, Cleavedale Inn sits on four acres and started out
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as a cozy bed and breakfast. But the beautiful property started attracting events and is now
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well known as an event center. The Cleavedale Inn has four rooms including a vintage 1947
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southern failed caboose transformed into a queen bedroom suite. The hotel has a two-night minimum
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stay and guests rave about the breakfast here. So if you're a real foodie and need a restful weekend
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check out this space At number five we have the Ocean West Beautique Hotel in Nassau Bahamas It is no secret that the Bahamas is a popular Caribbean destination that visited by millions of Americans every year
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If you're one of those millions, then consider staying at the Ocean West Boutique Hotel on your next visit
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This 10-room hotel offers breathtaking views of Lake Killarney on the south and the Atlantic Ocean on the north
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If spas are a must when you travel the hotel offers an on-site spa and even a rooftop fitness center with the ocean vistas
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Hang out poolside with a drink from the on-site bar or drive just four miles to the Cable Beach area which features shopping, a vibrant nightlife and other fun activities
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Thank you so much for your support and let's go back to the video. Next up we have La Creo Beach Hotel and Spa in La Gossier, Guadalupe
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Okay, out of all the properties on this list, this is the one you would find me at
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This luxury resort was opened in 1975 and is designed to immerse its guests in a French
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Creole vibe. This expansive hotel has more than 200 rooms and suites and kids are welcome
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The hotel has a spa an infinity pool kids club a hotel beach a jazz club and two restaurants serving French Creole food If you love water activities you can do kayaking windsurfing deep sea diving jet skiing and more while staying at
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this hotel. You can also host your special events here right on the beach. At number seven, we have
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Elephant Plains Lodge in Kantanguru, Uganda. From Guadalupe, we're traveling all the way to East
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Africa to explore this magical place. Elephant Plains Lodge features 10 cottages set on 80 acres
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of wilderness in the Kissini Plains Park. If seeing wildlife is your dream vacation, this hotel lets
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you see elephants roaming with the help of a telescope. For an additional fee, however, you can
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go on up-close excursions like chimp tracking, a boat safari, and game drives. You can book a three
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four or five day safari package that are perfect for families. And coming in in last but not least
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we have Spice Island Beach Resort in Grand Anse Granada. Sir Royston O'Hopkin bought this resort
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in 1987 and the entire family has taken up running the resort ever since. This all-inclusive resort
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has 64 suites, an oceanfront swimming pool, gourmet dining, and various water sports are all part of
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staying here. The Royal Cinnamon and Saffron Beach Suites is 1,440 square feet and located just steps
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away from the white sand. It features a living room, a dining table for up to six, and a master
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bedroom with a spa-styled bathroom with soaking tub. This is definitely for those seeking the
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ultimate luxury experience. If you want to check out more Black-owned hotels, watch our previous
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video that features five beautiful Black-owned hotels. We'll be back with another episode of
