Abroad in Your Inbox Vol. 74
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HELLO FROM MIAMI!!
I was at a Christmas party the other night and someone said “your travel schedule is giving me whiplash” and honestly I can’t say I disagree haha. The other night I fully fell asleep with my head on my desk at 5 p.m. because my body still thinks I’m in Singapore. This jetlag is NO JOKE.
Now, for the next few days, I’ll be on a very short trip to Key West, the Bahamas and Miami with Virgin Voyages. I’m on this cruise with Linda to check it out for clients & possibly for future Gals Abroad Getaways trips (they have a Spain and South of France itinerary that I’ve got my eyes on).
I’ll be completely honest, I’m not the biggest fan of cruises but I’m REALLY intrigued by this brand and how it’s really going above and beyond to be the opposite of a typical cruise. I’ve heard that the food (which is normally mediocre at best on many ships) is DELICIOUS, the entertainment is top-notch (my gal pal is actually one of the main performers) and the vibes are definitely party-focused.
As per usual I’ll be sharing on my IG so keep an eye there if you’re interested in possibly traveling with Virgin Voyages.
ALSO - just a heads up we’ve got some exciting details dropping this week about our first Gals Abroad Getaways trip of 2023 - make sure you’re on our newsletter so you don’t miss the announcement!
IF YOU’RE NEW HERE, HEY!!! Abroad in Your Inbox is a weekly collection of news articles, blog posts, products, podcasts, videos & anything else that’s on the interwebs that will help you navigate this new era of travel, reignite your wanderlust, help you plan a future trip & hopefully leave you with a little smile.
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THE LATEST TRAVEL NEWS
You’ll No Longer Need to Show TSA Your Boarding Pass at These Airports
Last-minute tips for locking in airline elite status - I currently find myself in this position so this article was super helpful - there’s also one that’s specific to United.
These Alaska Destinations Give You the Best Chance of Glimpsing the Northern Lights
Hydrogen-Powered Ships Are Coming. How Green Is Your Cruise?
CURRENTLY OBSESSED WITH (LAST-MINUTE GIFTS)
I CANNOT BELIEVE IT IS THE WEEK BEFORE CHRISTMAS…And as usual, I’m doing last-minute shopping and I have to imagine that I can’t be the only one in this position. So I’ve pulled some of my tried and true gift ideas for everyone on your list that you can find on Amazon (thank you 2-day Prime shipping!!!)
For the travel lover - This book of 1,000 bucket list ideas is sure to spark some serious wanderlust. I reference it any time I want some new ideas on where to go next.
For the aspiring mixologist - I have this exact set and I love it. Also I think these stunning glasses would pair perfectly with it
For the wine lover - I have one of these and they are so chic and practical that any wine lover will love one.
For the frequent traveler & music lover - these are totally worth the splurge for the most sound proof flight you’ve ever taken
For the sunlover - this is my go to sun hat from my favorite brand (but with Amazon fast shipping)
For the homebody who dreams of travel - these coffee table books will spark wanderlust in anyone
For the wine lover (pt. 2) - I’ve had my eyes on these glasses for years and I think they would make the perfect gift for the color lover in your life
For the cozy homebody - this throw is incredibly soft, at a great price point and comes in a bunch of colors
For the aspiring chef who also likes to be healthy - I swear by the salad recipes in this book
For the hustler - this book was truly such a game changing read for me this year that I’m gifting it to all the entrepreneurs in my life
For the ones who love deep conversations - here’s a deck of cards to spark some new conversation topics.
For the coffee lover - we just bought one of these machines and I feel like I’m in Paris sipping a coffee at a fabulous cafe when I drink from it.
For the person who’s always watching movies on the plane - They need this handy gadget so they can watch their favorite show or movies on the plane without having to hold their phone the entire time.
SOME OTHER EASY GIFT IDEAS THAT REQUIRE NO SHIPPING AT ALL
A Gals Abroad Getaways Trip
I can’t think of a better gift to give than the gift of travel. If you or someone you love is looking to see the world with fellow like-minded women in 2023 and beyond give them the gift of a Gals Abroad Getaway (or offer to pay for a portion of their trip)
Every Christmas I ask my parents for one thing, money to put towards a future trip and this could be the year you do the same!
A Rent the Runway Subscription
I’ve been using Rent the Runway since my TV news days (2016) and I swear by it for EVERY aspect of my life but especially for my travels. I love that no matter where I’m going I can rent outfits for the occasion rather than buying a new outfit.
I’ve saved more than 100K using this service (what I would have spent if I purchased all the clothes I’ve rented) and I feel like this is the new way to enjoy fashion.
PS as always I have a code (RTRALLEP) that takes 40% off two months of your subscription (that takes an 8-item plan down to $86 per month)!
Give the gift of travel
If there’s someone in your life {maybe you} who is itching to plan their next trip, but overwhelmed by the task, let me suggest purchasing a gift certificate to my mom’s travel agency, Scorby Travel & Cruise.
You can totally customize the amount and can be put towards any adventure in the future! Email scorbytravel@gmail.com to purchase your gift certificate!
Click here to read about why I think hiring a travel advisor to plan your next adventure is essential.
HAPPY ENDING
This is the most hilarious interpretive dance video of our common notification sounds
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xx Allecat
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