This Week in the World: Week 38

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Hello once again! I’ve been incredibly busy these last few weeks (between clients doing last minute travel, prepping for my next group trip, and finishing up a huge project for a certification I’ve been working on). I feel like I’ve been hanging on by a thread these days! One of my best friends comes into town this week and I’m so excited to have my first visitor in London since moving here (and to take a break from so much hard work!)

If you’re new here, ‘This Week in the World’ is a weekly recap of content ranging from around the globe. My hope is that each week, no matter where you are in the world, you’ll be able to feel more connected to it: through news, travel, food & wine… really, anything that appeals to the culturally curious. Let’s dive into the content I sourced for week 32.

TRAVEL NEWS, UPDATES + INSPIRATION

• Last week I advertised the next Atlas Adventures trip (exclusively to subscribers). We had 2 spots become available yesterday. If you want to snag one of them, details are HERE.

• Which European Countries Can Americans Travel To?

• Vaccine Passports Are Getting a Bit Easier to Obtain—Here’s How to Get One.

• Confused about all these travel guidelines? Here’s the difference between CDC and State Department travel warnings.

AROUND THE GLOBE

• My friend Dani is battling leukemia for the third time. She is hoping to find her match that can save her life, and it’s SO easy to find out if you’re eligible to have that honor. If you are in the US, please register here for Be The Match, and if you’re in the UK there is a similar organization here. It takes no time and you could save a life!

• Girls are now excluded as Afghan secondary schools reopen. Join me in donating to the Malala fund to address a nation-wide shortage of female teachers through recruitment and improve education quality and learning outcomes by investing more in teacher training development. While present circumstances have impacted these programs, they are committed to the safety and security of their grantees and advancing girls’ education in the region.

• The weather in London has been GLORIOUS lately. Here are 46 sensational riverside pubs for a sunny day in London

WEEKLY FAVORITES

• I really went to town on my most recent Sézane order… here are a few favorite pieces I just received in the mail:

  • This skirt and this skirt are both so gorgeous and great for transitioning! Can be worn with sweaters, tanks, boots or sandals… I absolutely love them both!

  • This sweater I pair with the blue skirt above (or with white jeans) and I love both looks!

  • This sweater I pair with either skirt above, or any pair of jeans (it’s a great layering piece too).

  • This sweater is reversible, either v-neck in the front or the v can go in the back!

  • This sweater I ordered in sage green. It’s great with either skirt above, or with any jeans. I love the button down detail - very flattering!

• I loved this podcast episode about how “there’s more to getting in shape than how you look.”

• I know Ted Lasso is far from a well-kept secret, but a recent episode from the last few weeks featured London at Christmas time, and it made me so excited for the season ahead! If you haven’t already fallen in love with this feel-good show, do yourself a favor and binge it now!

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That’s all for today. Happy reading and hope to see you back again next week!

xx

Whitney

This Week in the World: Week 37

Hello again! After taking the month of August off for the summer, “This Week in the World” is back! I had a wonderful trip back home to the states to get some quality time with my family (and, I had an amazing time with the group pictured above on the Atlas Adventures trip to Belize!) Now, I’m back home in London for the next month and am keeping busy with some big projects (speaking of which… if you are a subscriber be sure to read today’s email!)

If you’re new here, ‘This Week in the World’ is a weekly recap of content ranging from around the globe. My hope is that each week, no matter where you are in the world, you’ll be able to feel more connected to it: through news, travel, food & wine… really, anything that appeals to the culturally curious. Let’s dive into the content I sourced for week 32.

TRAVEL NEWS, UPDATES + INSPIRATION

• The latest travel updates for visiting Europe (spoiler alert: get vaccinated if you want to travel).

  • France bans unvaccinated US travelers

  • Spain bans unvaccinated US travelers

  • Sweden bans unvaccinated US travelers

  • Netherlands ban unvaccinated US travelers

  • Italy requires unvaccinated US travelers to quarantine for 5 days up on arrival

  • Denmark bans unvaccinated US travelers

  • You can read more details on the EU rules HERE.

• How is it already September!? Here are 8 European cities that are best experienced in the fall.

• TSA Just Doubled Fines for Passengers Who Refuse to Mask up on Planes

AROUND THE GLOBE

• Remembering 9/11: 20 years later

• These photographs of 9/11 are powerful, heartbreaking + moving.

• Texas has effectively banned all abortions all abortions after six weeks. My opinion on this subject has shifted over the years as my worldview has broadened… but I find this law deeply concerning. I think this podcast guided an important conversation on the matter.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

• This playlist has me so excited for France next month!

• I recently got some new items for fall from ABLE, one of my favorite sustainable brands:

  • STACKING RINGS: here, here and here

  • THIS DRESS (which I’m so excited about all the ways to wear it as we transition into fall).

  • THIS CROSSBODY BAG is the perfect size for everyday use (and I love the color).

• THIS PODCAST was a favorite listen for me this last week— all about how to tap into the good anxiety in your life (if you have a lot going on… it’s a good listen!)

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That’s all for today. Happy reading and hope to see you back again next week!

xx

Whitney

This Week in the World: Week 32

I know, I’m still sharing photos from Italy. The truth is, I’ve done very little since being home in London besides work. It’s a very busy season (which I’m grateful for!) but I’m also leaving town again on Thursday for 3 weeks to go back to the states to see family and going to Belize for my next Atlas Adventures trip. Needless to say, these photos from Italy are far more interesting than me sitting on my couch! This particular photo was taken from the top of a mountain we summited while doing a Via Ferrata outside of Corvara. It was an incredible experience and one I highly recommend doing (email me for more information!)

If you’re new here, ‘This Week in the World’ is a weekly recap of content ranging from around the globe. My hope is that each week, no matter where you are in the world, you’ll be able to feel more connected to it: through news, travel, food & wine… really, anything that appeals to the culturally curious. Let’s dive into the content I sourced for week 32.

TRAVEL NEWS, UPDATES + INSPIRATION

• My travel planning page got a refresh this week! As you might have recently read, I joined the Embark Beyond team last month and am now able to access tons of benefits and perks for my clients (things like hotel room upgrades, complimentary breakfasts, spa treatments, welcome amenities, early check-in/ late check-out and more.) Given the rise in demand for travel advisors, my schedule is booking up farther in advance than it used to… so be sure to email me if you want to schedule a consult for later in September so you can take advantage of these perks for your upcoming trips!

• Given the rising Delta variant, is it safe to plan international travel this fall?

• Here are some ways to support small businesses when you travel.

• Have you heard of the travel insurance that will assure you a private flight home if you get a positive COVID test while traveling? Email me to inquire about booking (I’m able to get you a discounted rate of just $43 per day!)

• A lot of us have really grown to appreciate outdoor dining after the year we’ve experienced. Here is a list of the top 17 al fresco dining experiences to try in Europe this summer.

AROUND THE GLOBE

• The wildfires that have been happening in Greece are devastating (and climate change is being largely cited as the reason they’re happening). Here’s how you can help.

• Italians (mostly) embraced a ‘Green Pass’ to prove vaccination on the first day it became enforced.

• “How will the pandemic end? The science of past outbreaks offers clues.”

WEEKLY FAVORITES

• FAVORITE PURCHASE: I finally caved and joined the Nap Dress cult by purchasing this dress.

• FAVORITE LISTEN: I enjoyed the conversation around “Should we stop discussing politics at work?” on this episode of The Argument.

• FAVORITE READ: I love reading Lori Gottlieb’s “Dear Therapist” column in The Atlantic every month. She is a therapist (and the author of one of my favorite books “Maybe you should talk to someone”) who poignantly guides readers through the ordinary difficulties of human life.

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That’s all for today. Happy reading and hope to see you back again next week!

xx

Whitney