Our Honest Thoughts On Walla Walla, WA | TWB

Episode 140:
Explore the vibrant wine country of Walla Walla, Washington, with us in this episode of Traveling While Black! From world-class Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to scenic outdoor adventures, discover why this destination is a must-visit. We’ll take you on a guided hike, dive into local history at Fort Walla Walla Museum, and even try our hand at the French game Pétanque. Plus, find out why Walla Walla is a welcoming spot for Black travelers. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

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[Ryu-Dreyer.]

I'm very glad that you guys were able to have a very postive experience in Walla Walla, i do want to warn people to please be cautious while being here. I'm a afro-latino student that goes to Whitman. I have been here for about 5 years and have had the worse experience being here due to a large amount of racism from both the student body and people from the town. These issues have ranged from being called racial slurs to threats on my physical safety. If it weren't for me being so close to finishing my degree i wouldn't live here. Again not wanting to sour or ruin your experience coming here ( or anyone else considering coming here) but again just be careful many people here do not have the best of intentions. Love you all and be safe ❤️.

[cheryljones]

I loved this. I am going to Walla Walla. I drink a couple of wines that are made there. I'm from California, but love Washington Wines. Thank you for going everywhere I wanted to go so far. Forks was one I was curious about, but won't be going. Have you been to Sequim yet? You too are beautiful and I really appreciate your representation of us too. God Bless you both, Cheryl

[timothygonzalez]

Crazy to see this. My family moved me from southern California to walla walla when i was 13. Back in 1994 this town was a ghost town. I just visited after not being there for a very long time. It's changed much. It has a great wine scene as well as a huge art scene. It's a beautiful little city. If you are an artist you should live there.

[housydoing]

Glad y'all had a good time. My wife & I moved from SF bay area about 13 years ago - never looked back.

[IanBourn]

I lived in Walla Walla for a few years when I went to Whitman College! Sooo glad you had such a good time there, and especially glad that you mentioned the indigenous peoples of the area. I’ll be on the lookout for that video you mentioned at 4:00. It’s such a beautiful area, I’m so happy you both had a good time. Great video!

[carmennally]

I live here in Walla Walla, and I love it so much. I hope you 2 come back. So glad you enjoyed it.

[skipnichols]

What a great episode! The filming was spectacular and it's nice to hear your compliments on our home.I have subscribed and will watch for all your trips. We are so proud of our town .. even with its faults, we love to have everyone to visit. This is an important venue to share our experiences, regardless of color and socioeconomic status. Please, come back and we all hope every visitor enjoys our people, our attractions and our wine!

[crrizello]

great video. I like your idea of visiting the local history museum to learn about the place you are visiting

[combatreadypappy]

College Place and Walla Walla have "merged" to the point that they seem to be the same town now, but College Place is a seperate town which is why, I suppose, Walla Walla University was not mentioned in the video. College Place is between Walla Walla and Whitman Mission.

Its interesting (maybe only to me) that Walla Walla, being so close in proximity to College Place has developed such a wine industry. College Place is predominately a SDA town where, up until recently, because of the religion's health message, one couldn't find alcohol, tobacco, or caffinated drinks in any store.

[tryphineshumba]

I truly enjoyed this and looking forward to visiting.

[combatreadypappy]

Wonderful video and well put together.

One point about Fort Walla Walla: it's original location was in Wallula where the Walla Walla River empties into the Columbia. Your video mentions the place around 4:50, about half way through. The fort was moved when the McNary Dam was constructed which flooded the area.

[stephenmorton]

You guys are great. We drove through Walla Walla and stopped for a burrito but after watching this I wish we would have hung out for a couple days. Great camping outside of town. Subscribed. I love this perspective.

[mjdaniel]

Walla Walla high school class of '81, my late uncle Mike and his son Eric started Dunham Cellars, hope you had a chance to try them out

[edog]

It's been really nice to run into your channel. I'm not sure I'm ready to up and move to any of these places but I enjoy having the smaller towns of Washington state reviewed. Even though I'm an average older white guy, I wouldn't want to move anywhere that wasn't welcoming to Black people. Thanks!

[Darkrider]

Wow I just found your channel from the Youtube algorithm and I'm already a huge fan!

It's really cool to see the PNW being explored from a black perspective, since I grew up in Monroe WA, which had basically 0 black people living there, so I never got to see that perspective at all!

Some people assume that because the PNW overall has a very small percentage of black people living there, that it's therefore racist and a hostile environment for black people, which from what I've seen, is not true at all!

But obviously you 2 would have a more accurate perspective on that than I would!

[brandonsteinle]

Awesome! Thanks for the video! Super helpful. How was the wind? I noticed trees were blowing a bit in the video. Did it blow a lot?

[joshualoren]

I was born in Walla Walla long before it was a tourist thing...check out the seventh day Adventist influence

[efc]

As a biracial gay person, I love living in Walla Walla. I’ve been here since 2020 with my husband, but we’ve been coming since 2015. The wine, the people, and restaurants are all amazing. I’m glad you had a fabulous time in Walla Walla and happy you loved staying at The Wesley.

[jesseh]

Walla Walla University is here too.... They just call that part of town college place

[ghostcharmer]

I live in tri cities which is only 45-60 min. From walla walla