Founder's Story

Christina M. Rice

For years, my work lived in the world of marketing and public relations, partnering with major brands, artists, and cultural voices shaping the moment. But something deeper was calling me.

After a season of heavy burnout in 2015, I turned to yoga in search of grounding and clarity. What began as a personal reset led me to become a certified yoga and meditation teacher. During my training, I noticed something I couldn’t shake: very few people in the room looked like me.

That moment sparked a question that eventually became OMNoire.

What would it look like for Black women to fully see themselves in the wellness space? To travel together, heal together, and build community in beautiful places around the world?

I’ve always believed shared experiences create belonging — opening the door for reflection, growth, and the kind of healing that happens when we feel safe enough to show up fully as ourselves.

I believe wellness is a 360° degree lived experience. It shows up in the foods we choose, the rest we protect, the boundaries we honor, and how we care for our bodies over time. It’s also found in adventure, in challenging ourselves, and in discovering who we become beyond what’s familiar. I’m a certified scuba diver, and some of my most powerful moments of clarity have come from exploring the unknown.

Today, I call Atlanta home, while continuing to travel the world creating spaces for connection, rest, and expansion.

OMNoire was created as a space where Black women can rest, explore the world, and gather in community.

I’m so glad you’re here.

Our Story

OMNoire is a global wellness community and luxury travel collective created for Black women who value rest, connection, and meaningful experiences around the world.

Through curated retreats, immersive wellness gatherings, and a trusted network of retreat leaders, OMNoire brings women together in beautiful destinations to restore, reflect, and build lasting connections.

Today, OMNoire also serves as a discovery platform where women can explore a growing collection of retreats and curated travel experiences through the OMNoire Retreat Directory, connecting our community with aligned hosts creating exceptional experiences around the world.

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