Abroad in Your Inbox Vol. 63
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THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE
I don’t think I say this enough. I’m finishing reading Gabrielle Bernstein’s book: Super Attractor: Methods for Manifesting a Life beyond Your Wildest Dreams and one of my biggest takeaways is how important it is to express appreciation for all aspects of your life (in good times and bad). For almost 3 years now I’ve had a habit of starting my day by writing 3 things I’m grateful for. But I want to make a habit of telling the most important people in my life how grateful I am for them - and that includes this community aka YOU!
I think back to where I was at the top of 2018 - crying as I drove to work at my TV station, listening to the Greatest Showman Soundtrack (nerdy I know, but true) to hype me up & counting down the days until I could finish out my contract and finally be FREE. That version of Alle honestly had no concept of the version of myself that is sitting here typing this email.
Four years doesn’t seem that long when you write it but it feels like a lifetime and I feel like I am a completely new human.
Here’s where you come in. None of this would be possible if it weren’t for this amazing community. You’ve embraced my quirkiness, cheered me on through the wins, commiserated through the tough times, spoke up during moments when it mattered, and trust me when I recommend a destination, experience, travel tip, or heck… even an Amazon workout top (seriously this top is the greatest thing ever lol).
Through this community, some of the most incredible opportunities have presented themself to me & ultimately through Alle Abroad & Gals Abroad Getaways, I’ve been able to create my dream career and life.
I want you to know that I NEVER take for granted your trust, respect and faith in me and it is something I cherish deeply.
Thank you for allowing me to jump into your inbox every Sunday through this newsletter.
Thank you for taking the time to respond to these emails to connect, share feedback or even just talk about our love for cats & Rent the Runway (you know who you are haha)
Thank you for sharing your love and encouragement on social media.
Thank you for getting excited for me when I launched Gals Abroad Getaways & to those of you who have joined us on one of our inaugural trips.
And thank you for ALL the ways your support my business whether that’s referring friends to work with Linda, reading my blog posts or watching my destination guide videos, shopping my live sales or simply liking a photo on Instagram.
When it comes to running your own business no amount of support is too small and I’m SO incredibly grateful for your love.
I’ve got some really exciting announcements to share in the coming weeks, but for now, keep scrolling for a few things I’m loving right now.
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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WHAT’S NEW IN MY WORLD
I have a new lash obsession…
You guys know I swear by my Ardell Double Up Strip Lashes (and I still stand by them) but honestly…during the week and when I’m traveling I don’t need a BAM POW lash like these but I do want a little something something for when I run errands or are just working at home.
My girl Ashley from Everyday Pursuits recently shared her lash secrets on her IG - ENTER LASHIFY - the world’s first and only DIY lash extension system.
Think of these as the happy middle between crazy expensive and damaging lash extensions & strip lashes. I just applied my first pair today and I can’t stop talking about them. Take the quiz & use my code if you’re looking to break up with strips or extensions too!
Tipsy Travel Tips Vol. 3
The series is heating up and this week I shared a classic New Orleans Cocktail + my tip for how I plan ALL my trips!
The idea for my Tipsy Travel Tips series was inspired by one of my favorite books “Around the World in 80 Cocktails” and each week you will get to vote on the cocktail I’ll make.
The videos drop Thursday evenings, just in time for the weekend. And if you want to see our past two cocktails & get my travel tips Click here for Volume 1 & here for Volume 2.
Oh and I just got this SUPER cute gold bar set (have been needing to step up my game) & these dreamy vintage art deco coupe glasses. I can’t wait to try these this week!
Closet Sale Vol. 2
You guys loved last Sunday’s closet sale so I figured we’d do it again! I shared all my remaining summer pieces on stories Saturday but saved what’s left (a lot) into my IG closet sale highlight. Have a look and snatch up some amazing summer pieces (I’ve got some lululemon workout items, accessories, & gorg dresses that have really only been worn once or twice.)
Shipping is included in the price (if you’re shopping from the USA) and I’ve got all the rules saved in the highlight. Head to my IG now & check out what’s up for grabs!
THE LATEST TRAVEL NEWS
IN TRAVEL
Is it Really Possible to Travel Like a Local? - Do you travel like a local? It’s a question I asked in stories this week and MANY of the people who responded said yet. This podcast challenges that idea and if that should even be something that we strive for as travelers or if there’s a different way to look at the idea of “traveling like a local”
For passengers who use wheelchairs, air travel in the United States can be an embarrassing, uncomfortable and perilous prospect. - This article was incredibly hard to read for the simple fact that it made me acutely aware of how much I take for granted. That said, I think that we as travelers and the industry have SO much work to do in terms of making travel more accessible and the airline industry has to be held accountable when they damage these chairs. Please take the time to read this and sit with the emotions that may arise & then follow my friend Cory to see how a wheelchair-using travel lover is living his best life.
Two airport restrooms in the running to take the throne of America’s Best Restroom - this really made me laugh but I gotta say the honorable mention is my personal fav.
The Worst Airports in the World for Flight Delays and Cancellations, According to New Data
CURRENTLY OBSESSING OVER
This brand of beach bags with funny sayings like this one & this one (I own two already and they hold A LOT)
This simple silicone case keeps my makeup brushes from making everything dirty in my makeup bag when I travel
My new vintage art deco coupe glasses which come in the most beautiful case - would be a fabulous housewarming gift.
HAPPY ENDING
THIS MADE ME CACKLE - HOW TO LOOK THIN AND READY ON VACATION AND EAT EVERYTHING IN SIGHT.
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xx Allecat
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