Travel Tales by Afar

Ghana’s Outstretched Hand


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Recalling her first trip to Africa, journalist Heather Greenwood Davis reflects on missed opportunities—and a legacy she’s finally ready to explore.

Resources

  • Follow Heather's family travels on her website.
  • Watch archival footage of the trip.
  • Follow Heather on Instagram and X.

  • Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter, Behind the Mic, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our second podcast, Unpacked, which unpacks a tricky topic in travel each week.

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