Three Women on What They’ve Learned From Starting Their Own Travel Businesses
"Wanderstay Houston, established by Deidre Mathis, became the first black-owned hostel in the U.S. in September 2018. Mathis, who discovered her love for hostels during a post-graduate solo trip, has faced challenges as a young woman entrepreneur but has successfully managed to grow her business. She emphasizes the importance of financial management, self-care, and supporting the next generation of travelers through her organization, Wander Abroad."
