Abroad in Your Inbox Vol. 56
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LONG TIME NO TALK MY FRIEND, I MISSED YOU!
So, a lot has happened since the last time we chatted. I’ve hosted my inaugural Gals Abroad Getaways trip to Paris and the Loire Valley, bopped around the South of France with Linda, returned home and am getting ready to head back on the road in a few short weeks to host the Dance Sport & Gymnastics competitions at the World Games in Alabama next month (say a prayer that it won’t be 10,000 degrees while I’m there haha).
Needless to say, my busy season is in FULL swing (why I’ve ghosted you for the last month) and travel is back with a vengeance! I have NEVER had more people reaching out asking for mine and Linda’s help to plan trips, honeymoons or even ask for some travel advice.
And while I might be slamming espressos and Celsius caffeine drinks more often than normal (lol) this sharp contrast to summer 2020 has me feeling INCREDIBLY grateful to be this booked and busy. It’s not lost on me that just two years ago I was sitting at home learning TikTok dances because all of my work and travel had been CANCELED (still trying to learn the art of TikTok though haha).
I promised myself during the height of the pandemic that when I’m able to travel and do my job again I would NEVER take it for granted and that sentiment was something that was ever present on my mind while we were traveling around France.
Speaking of, I have LOTS of France content left to share so just a heads up that that’s coming your way to an Instagram page (mine) near you lol.
Until then, I’m so glad to be back, and let’s dive back into Abroad in your Inbox!
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THE LATEST
IN TRAVEL
Did you hear the biggest news of all?! No more COVID testing to return to the US from abroad (WOOP WOOP)!
Summer travel demand likely to soar following relaxed US COVID-19 test mandate
Yellowstone National Park to reopen with restrictions after heavy floods
Is Twitter quicker? Best ways to use social media for travel customer service
IN OTHER NEWS
Today is Juneteenth a day that marks the day in 1865 — June 19 — when some of the last enslaved people in the United States, in Texas, learned that they had been freed, roughly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.
I wanted to share some resources with you so that we can all continue to educate ourselves on a holiday that for so long was overlooked by the vast majority of America.
GALS ABROAD GETAWAYS
As I mentioned above, Linda and I have returned from our very first successful Gals Abroad Getaways adventure to France. And while it feels impossible to sum up these 10 fabulous days with this incredible group of women, I’m going to attempt to do so starting tomorrow over on the Gals Abroad Getaways Instagram page (give it a follow if you haven’t already).
It’s still surreal to me that this idea I had many years ago to help travel-loving women see the world in ways that Linda and I have been so fortunate to experience over the years has finally come to fruition. Starting a new business alongside my mom and planning these incredible adventures for truly amazing women is a literal dream come true.
I know there’s many of you who are eager to know where we’re going next and when you can sign up. While we won’t be announcing any more trips for 2022, Linda and I are already in the process of planning 3, possibly 4 trips for 2023.
And the very best place to learn about those trips when they launch will be on the Gals Abroad Getaways newsletter - click here to make sure you’re on the list.
OH AND EXCITING NEWS: GALS ABROAD GETAWAYS WAS FEATURED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES FOR THE SECOND TIME!!!
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE STORY :)
CURRENTLY OBSESSING OVER
THE ONLY SHOE YOU NEED TO WEAR THIS SUMMER (especially when traveling) - when I tell you I walked ALL over Paris and the South of France in these shoes and could have walked miles more…these shoes are seriously so incredibly comfortable. These are the ultimate travel summer shoe and they come in 3 colors and trust me when I say, your feet will thank me when you buy these.
ALL OF THE BRANDS GALS ABROAD GETAWAYS PARTNERED WITH FOR OUR FRANCE GOODIE BAGS (PEEP THE PHOTOS BELOW)
BAN.DO
I’ve been a customer for YEARS and essentially, every cute graphic tee, passport cover etc. I’ve owned has probably come from them. Looking for whimsical, colorful and fun, well anything? Ban.do is your spot.
PS - they’re having a flash sale right now!
WIPEYS
I learned about this travel, toxic-free, biodegradable wet wipe company during the panini and never looked back. Their jet packs offer wipes for your face, surfaces, tech, and hands and are an essential travel item.
Use code: PARIS25 for 25% off.
EL RAKAN
This small family-run business makes the most incredible authentic Moroccan bags that are affordable and can be custom designed
BLAKES SEED BASED
All my rice crispy treat fans RUN to stock up on these. They are vegan, allergy-friendly and Chicago based!
LIL BUCKS
These superfood clusters are the perfect grab-and-go travel snack and also so perfect in your morning yogurt bowl.
LMNT
The ultimate hydration powder for those long travel days where you forget to drink enough water.
PENCIL & PAPER CO
Is a mix of retail products (the gorgeous green silk scarf) editorial content and community. PS they are the creators of my favorite monthly subscription box @pandpcreativeclub
SABINA FENN
is an incredibly talented artist that depicts some of my favorite destinations around the world in her gorgeous art prints.
AMANDA DEER
is the amazing women-owned, dainty jewelry company that created our stunning Paris coordinates necklaces.
WELL KEPT
If you never clean your phone while traveling, you should, that thing is nasty dirty. And when you do, use these wipes!
HAPPY ENDING
THIS PHOTO LITERALLY SUMS UP ALL THAT I WANT TO DO FOR THE REST OF THE SUMMER.
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Adventure Awaits!
xx Allecat
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