Our Story & Mission
Travel Modern. Stay Rooted.
The Modern Green was founded with a simple yet powerful belief: travel is not just about where you go—it’s about who you become, who you connect with, and how your journey impacts the world around you.
Inspired by The Negro Motorist Green Book, which empowered Black travelers to move with dignity and safety during one of the most restricted eras in American history, The Modern Green
carries that legacy into a global, digital age. Where the original Green Book helped travelers navigate segregation, our mission today is to help travelers navigate authenticity, culture, trust,
and access—not just for survival, but for empowerment, connection, and community wealth building.
This is the evolution of travel: rooted in history, elevated for the future.
Rooted in Legacy. Built for the Future.
As modern travelers, we no longer want surface-level tourism. We seek deeper understanding, real cultural exchange, and experiences that matter. From bartering traditions in Ghana to local community networks in the Dominican Republic and Belize, The Modern Green is built on
the belief that travel should circulate prosperity, not extract it.
We honor the influence of Black travelers and the African diaspora—whose style, music, food, and culture shape global trends—while inviting all conscious travelers to be part of a movement
centered on equity, trust, and cultural respect.
Our Core Values
These principles guide every partnership and interaction on our platform
Authentic Cultural Connections
We prioritize real cultural experiences over commercial tourism. Every vendor and experience listed is rooted in local tradition, community pride, and cultural truth.
Economic Empowerment & Community First
Travel should uplift local economies. Every booking supports small businesses, independent hosts, and community entrepreneurs—not corporate middlemen.
Trust, Safety & Transparency
Vendors on our platform are vetted and validated. Pricing is clear. Reviews are genuine. What you see is what you experience—because trust is the currency of global connection.
Afrofuturistic Vision
We celebrate the influence of the African diaspora and culturally conscious travelers shaping the future of global travel. Our design, our messaging, and our mission reflect a luxury rooted in heritage and elevated for tomorrow.
What Makes Us Different
| Traditional Tourism Platforms | The Modern Green |
|---|---|
| Transaction-based listings | Relationship-based ecosystem |
| Tourist traps | Traveler-approved cultural gems |
| Corporations at the center | Communities at the center |
| One-size-fits-all travel | Personalized, culturally rooted experiences |
| Hidden fees & misinformation | Transparent pricing and trusted vendor vetting |