Simone Cherí is an associate editor and writer with Travel Noire based in the Washington D.C. area. As a freelance journalist and content creator, Simone covers travel, entertainment, and lifestyle content. With more than 20 countries under her belt (and counting) and over a decade of storytelling for brands, she aims to tell compelling stories highlighting luxury, adventure, and Black-centered experiences around the world. Her byline has been published on Travel Noire and Home & Texture, with previous features in Condé Nast Traveler, HuffPost, and Essence. When she's not collaborating with brands or exploring new countries, Simone is feverishly seeking the next destination for a nomad adventure. Follow Simone @itssimonecheri on Instagram or @simonecheri on TikTok and Twitter.