Abroad in Your Inbox Vol. 39

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OMG WHAT DID I JUST DO…

I would not describe myself as rustic, outdoorsy or really any person who could survive outside for extended periods of time…So I’m not exactly sure what I was thinking when I booked a tiny cabin in the woods in the middle of nowhere with no cell service, wifi or really anything for miles around me…

But that my friend is how I plan to spend the first 3 days of 2022. ALONE. No phone. No internet. No distractions.

Oddly, I’m REALLY excited to travel in a way that feels utterly different than what I’m used to.

And here’s the honesty of the situation. I’m burnt out. 2021 was INCREDIBLE in every sense of the word but OMG I need a minute to be utterly alone and reset.

I’m really honest…I don’t think there’s been a stretch of more than 2 days in the past 10 years where I’ve been without a phone, internet, or feeling the need to document & share my life.

I want to know what it feels like to be alone with my own thoughts, not distracted, not obligated to respond or share, just to simply BE.

I haven’t decided exactly what books I’m bringing, how I’ll use the time or what I’ll do, but ultimately I’m just excited to start the new year in a completely new way.

I can’t wait to tell you what I think after I return but I’m planning to take at least the first week of 2022 completely off of social. I feel like I need to get back to creativity, get inspired and recharge. I think we all deserve that in the new year.

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THE LATEST

TRAVEL

  1. Here’s why it’s still easy to meet 1-day testing for entry to US — even in the middle of nowhere

  2. How the Polar Bear Capital of the World Is Dealing With Climate Change

  3. The Best U.S. Cities to Visit at Christmas

  4. How to Find the Best Destinations for LGBTQ+ Travelers

  5. Where To Do Holiday Stuff Around Chicago

  6. Your Face Is, or Will Be, Your Boarding Pass

CURRENTLY OBSESSING OVER - GIFT IDEAS FOR EVERYONE

  1. GIFTS FOR MOM

    1. Uncommon Goods experiences - from flower arranging to tarot card reading these virtual experiences are the PERFECT unique gift (good for dads too!) I’ve got my eyes on this cocktails in Paris one because one can never be too prepared for an upcoming trip ;)

    2. Storyworth - I gave this to Linda and Mark last year and it was such a fun unique gift. They get an email each week asking them fun questions (you can customize!) and then at the end of the year they bind the questions into a book for them to keep!

  2. GIFTS FOR DAD

    1. Scotch infused toothpicks - Mark I hope you’re not reading this cause you’re getting these this year

    2. Masterclass - I’ve personally always been interested in trying this and now they’re doing a buy one get one free deal. So double the gift-giving potential and I hear that Hillary’s class is brilliant.

  3. GIFTS FOR TRAVEL LOVERS

    1. Away luggage - the best suitcases in the game (when you click the link it gives you $20 off)

    2. Travel scented candles - Notting Hill is my fav scent

    3. $$$ towards travel - that’s what I’m asking for this year. Maybe you can put yours towards a trip to Paris or the Loire Valley ;)

  4. GIFTS FOR PETS

    1. Cat Taco Truck - My cats were OBSESSED with these cardboard houses. We have a TON of them and they’re always sleeping in there. The best $25 I’ve ever spent.

    2. Personalized Dog Collar - I’ll admit I’m a bit lost on the dog front, but these look lovely and I love Mark & Graham.

  5. GIFTS FOR GAL PALS

    1. Rent the Runway subscription - (use code RTRALLEP to get 40% off two months of Rent the Runways 8 or 16 item memberships)

    2. P + P Creative Club Happy Mail Box - I just joined and every month you’re shipped a box of fabulous treats from amazing businesses like Draper James, Estelle Colored Glass, Lele Sadoughi & other incredible small businesses you need to know about. Each box is valued at at least $200 (often much more).

HAPPY ENDING - THIS WEEK IS FEEL-GOOD TRAVEL

THIS WAS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VIDEOS I’VE SEEN THIS WEEK AND IT GAVE ME ALL THE WINTER WONDERLAND TRAVEL VIBES.

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Adventure Awaits!

xx Allecat

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