Free airport lounge vouchers to giveaway!


2 Airport Lounge Vouchers to Giveaway

If you are flying Westjet before the end of the year, I have 2 lounge vouchers that I would love to transfer to someone.

You can redeem at any of WestJet's partner lounges in Canada and select lounges across Europe, Asia and the Caribbean. See WJ’s list of lounges here.

If you have an upcoming flight on WJ and would use these vouchers before December 31, 2025, please respond to this email with where you are headed!

I will respond to the first email and ask for your WJ rewards number.

Mexico Recap & Thoughts

Last week I returned home from 10 days in Bucerias, Mexico.

Here are some thoughts and a few quick things I wanted to share based on my own experiences and a lot messages I got:

  • Here is the link to the condo we stayed at (spoiler LOVED it - especially the rooftop pool)
  • We used Welcome Pickups to book our ride from the airport and it was fantastic (he even had cold beer for us)!
  • Everything is getting expensive!! Compared to a year ago when we were last there, I feel like we spent a lot more on food and drinks
  • I finally got to help with the baby turtle release program!! I’ve never been able to time it right and it finally happened and was a magical, educational and heart-warming experience (here’s the link to what I booked)
  • This part of Mexico remains very safe - of course, always be aware and don’t go looking for trouble, but nothing to worry about
  • Stay off the news and Facebook! No one cares to talk politics or about the stuff going on in the country north of Mexico. Everyone is here to be on vacation and have a good time, that’s it!!
  • Always order a cucumber margarita if it’s on the menu

Next Group Trip Opens This Week

This Thursday, Dec 11th I’m opening bookings for my next group trip!

I’ve already sent a sneak peek to those on my group trip email list - so make sure your name is on it if you want all the details before I share anywhere else. Add your name here!

Travel Tip of the Week

Yes, you can travel with your vitamins, supplements and most OTC medication in these mini pill ziploc bags. They don't have to be in their original containers (only prescription medication).

I love them because they take up less room than hard plastic containers.

The important thing to keep in mind is to only pack a realistic personal supply of what's needed to match your trip length. And always check the country's customs that you will be flying into for anything that might be banned.

Talk soon,
Aly ✈️

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