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HOW WE TRAVEL THE FIRST PLACE ON MY POST-PANDEMIC TRAVEL LIST IS… Dana: I want to either go on a ski trip to somewhere like Zermatt, or go on a beach holiday with friends to one of the Greek islands. Rasha: My dream is to go to South America, but realistically, I see either Bali or Greece as more suitable options.
From top to bottom: A market in Marrakech; natural tote with double handle from Kinzzi; Byron Bay
WE LOVE TO SHOP FOR UNIQUE FINDS IN… Both: Any country, city, village or small town that has a unique market showcasing artisinal craftsmanship. THE THING WE LOVE MOST ABOUT TRAVELLING IS… Both: Exploring new countries and meeting interesting people from different cultures. We love discovering hidden gems like small cafes, independent boutiques and local markets. IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO FIND UNIQUE SOUVENIRS WHILE ON HOLIDAY TRY … Both: Shopping the independent shops and boutiques. Or, go to the source - in the workshops and homes of local artisans to ensure you find authentic goods.
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MY TOP-THREE HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS ARE… Dana: Bali, Rio De Janeiro and Lapland. Rasha: Marrakech, Tokyo and Cortina. THE TRIP THAT CHANGED OUR LIVES WAS… Both: Sri Lanka. We travelled with a big group of friends,
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Founders of lifestyle marketplace Kinzzi (kinzzi.com) Dana Jaber and Rasha Abdelhadi share a love of travel and finding local ‘treasure’ and while getting lost in local boutiques we discovered a shared love for unusual objects and a synergy in our tastes.
WE KEEP OURSELVES ENTERTAINED WHILE TRAVELLING BY… Both: Listening to podcasts, music, reading books and watching movies.
WHEN I TRAVEL I PACK… Dana: A large, natural tote bag, jeans and flipflops! I can walk around an entire city in them. Rasha: Running shoes, a pair of earrings and eye cream.
ON MY BUCKET LIST IS… Dana: Hitting the beaches of Byron Bay, skiing in Costa Rica and exploring Japan. Rasha: A 3 month-long trip exploring South America and to catch the Northern Lights in Iceland.
THE BEST ’TREASURE' I FOUND WHILE TRAVELLING WAS… Dana: A white silk dress from one of the cool stores in Bali. Rasha: Three coloured lanterns that I found in Nappa Valley.
OUR TOP-TIP FOR MARKET HAGGLING IS… Both: We get so excited when we come across items we love that it can be hard for us to haggle! Make them an offer (that is fair compared to market rate)
and prep yourself to walk away if it isn't accepted – that’s important. IF YOU WANT TO MAKE SURE SOMETHING IS ETHICALLY SOURCED... Both: Information is key, so it's best to ask lots of questions. Make an effort to meet the artisans to learn about their story and process. Also, research the products and materials that are being used. worldtravellerme.com 13
