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Happy Tuesday! I'm so excited to finally share something I've been working on... my Patreon is officially live! Over the past few years, this community has grown so much, and I'm incredibly grateful for everyone who reads my blog, watches my videos, and follows along on my travels. I wanted to create a place where I could connect with you on a more personal level and share even more of the journey. On Patreon, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at life as a travel creator, including weekly updates on what I'm up to, behind the scenes, exclusive monthly videos, and the stories that don't always make it into my YouTube videos or Instagram posts. There are two monthly membership options: Supporter
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I'm especially excited about the postcards. I've always loved collecting them while I travel, and now I'll get to send some of them to you with a handwritten note from my adventures. The first batch will be sent in September! To celebrate the launch, use code WELCOME for 50% off your first month if you join my Patreon by August 31, 2026. Your support helps me continue creating free travel guides, videos, and resources while giving you a closer look at the work that goes into every trip. I'd love to have you join me, and I can't wait to share this next chapter with you. Thank you so much for being here and supporting what I do! Have a great week :) Sarah Some links in this email are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you click the link or make a purchase through the link. This is at no extra cost to you. Social Media Sneak Peek I've been sharing Thailand on my Instagram and Facebook. Check it out! Travel Sales If you've been thinking about signing up for Daily Drop Pro, now's a great time. Until July 31, you can get 50% off your first year. I use Daily Drop Pro to find cheap flights, points deals, and mistake fares that I probably wouldn't have found on my own. If you're flexible with your travel dates or just want to save money on flights, it's definitely worth checking out while the discount is available. EF Ultimate Break (for travelers 18-35) is having their Summer Black Friday sale. Sign up here to save an extra $100 on your first trip, plus save up to $1000 during the sale! Travel Giveaways These giveaways are from third parties and are in no way sponsored or administered by Exponential Travels LLC Dell is giving away a trip to Austin for the F1 race in October, including McLaren Papaya Club access, flights and hotel. Enter to win by July 30, 2026. Miracle Made is giving away a Royal Caribbean Cruise. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. 21+: Coors is giving away a trip to Fort Worth, TX. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. USA Today is giving away a Victory Cruise Lines Great Lakes voyage for two. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Del Monte is giving away a family trip to Barcelona to celebrate the release of Toy Story 5. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Cunard is giving away a Transatlantic Crossing on board Queen Mary 2. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Long Drink is giving away a trip to Finland. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Poppi is giving away a trip to Fiji. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Clif Bar is giving away three trips, one to Japan, Argentina, and Australia. Enter to win by July 31, 2026. Athletic Brewing Co. is giving away a trip to Warped Tour in Orlando. Enter to win by August 1, 2026. Method is giving away a wellness getaway for two. Enter to win by August 1, 2026. DeWalt is giving away the Ultimate Austin Race Experience. Enter to win by August 1, 2026. Yeti is giving away a concert trip for two including airfare, hotel, and more. Enter to win by August 2, 2026. Enter to win a four-day, three-night all-inclusive vacation to Beaches Turks and Caicos to experience Lenny Pearce perform at Beaches Resorts’ Fall Fam Jam 2026. Enter to win by August 3, 2026. Travel Resources Travel Insurance: SafetyWing is my go-to for travel insurance because it covers so much, is easy to purchase for days or months, and is affordable. Many credit cards also include travel insurance. Personally, I get SafetyWing on top of my credit card insurance. Learn more about SafetyWing and the benefits of using them in my blog post about travel insurance Flytographer: Flytographer is my go-to for vacation photos. You can book a local photographer in cities around the world for quick, professional shoots that capture your trip without the stress of taking your own photos. Plus, you can save $25 on your first shoot with this link! Learn more and see examples in my blog post about Flytographer. EF Tours: If you know me, you know that I love to travel with EF Ultimate Break, guided tours for people 18-35. They have trips all over the world and I cannot recommend them enough. You can save $100 on your first EF Ultimate Break trip by creating an account here. For even more trips, check out EF Go Ahead tours for all ages, or EF Adventures for active trips (and you can also save $100 on those!) |
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