This Week in the World: Week 39

Hello! It’s been a busy week running around London hosting my first visitor from back home since I moved. It was so fun visiting some of my favorite spots in the city (especially after being away for much of the summer). This next week, it’s back to work and getting things accomplished on my to-do list before heading to Paris for the next Atlas Adventures trip…I can hardly wait!

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 39.

TRAVEL NEWS, UPDATES + INSPIRATION

• The U.S. is finally lifting the international travel ban for those who are vaccinated! This is so exciting for so many of us who have loved ones who haven’t been able to come back to the US with us since before the pandemic!

• London was voted the number 1 best city in the world for the sixth year in a row! See the other top cities in the world for 2022.

• Justin Timberlake Is About to Open Nashville's Hottest New Restaurant.

• Going to France soon? This traveler didn’t get their French health pass in time for their trip — here’s what happened.

• Looking for October travel inspiration? Here are some top spots for this time of year.

AROUND THE WORLD

• Germany is holding an important elections today that will end Angela Merkel’s 16 year reign. Here is a simple guide to their election process.

• Global Citizen Live, a 24-hour concert to raise awareness of climate change, vaccine inequality and famine, took place over the weekend across the globe and had performances by Ed Sheeran, Lizzo and Billie Eilish.

•  A global climate strike by youth protesters on Friday hit more than 1,400 locations with a message that “change is coming – from the streets” The strike was the first such worldwide action since the coronavirus pandemic hit, and happened just weeks before the vital Cop26 climate summit in Glasgow, UK.

WEEKLY FAVORITES

• The outfit I wore in the photo above is fully sustainable and I’ve been wearing these pieces non-stop in different combinations the last week or two:

  • THIS PURSE by Everlane is the perfect size and goes with everything

  • THIS BELT by Sézane makes any outfit feel more polished and put together.

  • THESE SHOES by Everlane are great for days with lots of walking and work great with both dresses, pants or pretty much any outfit.

  • THIS SWEATER by Sézane is one of my recent orders and is so cozy- I love it!

• The Morning Show is back! I love this series and am so excited it’s back for another season.

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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 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