Common Thread Travels

Woohoo! In just one week I will be in Ireland! I am so excited to experience this beautiful place again AND to share with you all about it! 🇮🇪✈️🥳

America turns 250 years old this year, and four of the greatest cities in this country are each doing something remarkable to celebrate it. 🇺🇸

You can pick one city, go deep, and experience its unique piece of this anniversary. Or build the epic itinerary and hit them all by train, by car, or by plane. And the celebration isn't just the 4th of July; there are special events, exhibitions, and experiences running all summer long and into the fall.

Here's a taste of what each city is offering:

🫐 Boston — Sail250 brings tall ships from around the world into Boston Harbor for six spectacular days, July 11–16. The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on July 4th is the official USA250 national fireworks event. But Boston's Freedom Trail, historic neighborhoods, and revolutionary sites make it worth visiting all season long.

🔔 Philadelphia — The city where the Declaration of Independence was signed and the nation was born. Special exhibitions and immersive experiences in 2026 make Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell feel more alive than they have in generations. This is the city that has been waiting 250 years for this moment.

🗽 New York City — The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island carry a particularly powerful meaning this anniversary year. Layer on Broadway, Central Park, and world-class dining, and New York delivers something memorable for every generation, all summer and fall.

🏛️ Washington D.C. — Brand-new exhibitions opening specifically for the 250th, including "In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness" at the National Museum of American History, which opened May 14th. The Smithsonian is free year-round. The Grand Fourth on the Mall will be historic. And the monuments are profound in every season.

Whether you choose one city or all four, this is a trip that only fully exists in 2026. I would love to help you and your family be there for the 4th, for the summer, or for a fall visit when the crowds thin out and the experience deepens.

And for my gluten-free travelers, Boston, Philadelphia, New York, and D.C. are four of the most celiac-friendly cities in America. You are in very good hands in all of them. 🌾✨

For the entire month of May, I'm offering 20% off all travel planning services from bespoke itineraries and resort vetting to full group and family trip planning. Every destination.

📩 Send me a message or comment USA to start planning your America 250 experience.

May is Celiac Awareness Month and at Common Thread Travels, this month is personal. 💚
My daughter is gluten-free, which means our family knows exactly what it feels like to research every restaurant before a trip, scan every menu twice, and hold your breath a little every time food arrives at the table. We also know what it feels like on the other side when the planning is done right and you can just sit down, order what looks good, and enjoy the meal.
That experience, that freedom, is what I work to create for every gluten-free traveler I plan for.
This month, I’m celebrating with 20% off every single service I offer from full bespoke trip planning, to cruise curation, to my signature Safety Stitch Dietary Suite, built specifically for travelers with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and wheat allergy.
Whether you’ve been dreaming about Europe, an Alaska cruise, Costa Rica, or a river cruise through the Christmas markets of the Rhine, May is the month to start planning it safely.
🔗 Visit commonthreadtravels.com or send me a message to book your complimentary consultation before May 31st.

🌿 May is — and we're celebrating by making safe travel more accessible.

If you or someone you love has celiac disease or gluten intolerance, you already know: travel isn't just about packing a suitcase. It's about researching every restaurant, every hotel kitchen, every flight menu. It's exhausting.

That's exactly why we created The Safety Stitch Dietary Suite — our white-glove, gluten-free travel advocacy service. We do the vetting so you can do the living. 🧳✨

This month only: Save 20% on our Safety Stitch Suite when you book your consultation in May.

👇 Drop "TELL ME MORE" in the comments and we'll send you the details.

✨ 🎄 AMAZING UPDATE: Your Thanksgiving 2027 Just Got Better! 🎄 ✨

I have some incredible news for families looking to join our 2027 Christmas Market River Cruise on the Rhine! We’ve just added two massive perks that make this the easiest "yes" you'll say all year.

EXCLUSIVE OFFER: When you book our complimentary 2-night pre-cruise stay in Amsterdam, you unlock an unbelievable $599 roundtrip airfare per person! ✈️🌷

Imagine starting your holiday exploring the sparkling canals and world-class museums of Amsterdam for two nights (on the house!), and then heading to the airport knowing your flight was a fraction of the usual cost.

Why this is the ultimate "Common Thread" family experience:

🥖 Celiac-Safe & Gluten-Free: As always, I’m personally vetting the dining so your gluten-free family members can indulge in every festive treat without stress. 🥨🚫🌾

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Small-Gen & Multi-Gen Friendly: Whether you’re traveling with preteens or grandparents, this trip is designed for all ages to have "lots of fun" together.

🎒 Leave Your Wallet Behind: This special group rate includes prepaid gratuities and an all-inclusive feel on board. No stress, no constant math—just memories.

🎖️ Military Discount: We are proud to offer an additional discount for our military families!

Lock it in for just a $400 deposit per person today! 💸

Stop worrying about the holiday "to-do" list and start looking forward to the "wish list" markets of Germany and France.

📥 Message me or comment "RHINE 2027" below to get the full details on how to claim the complimentary Amsterdam stay + $599 airfare deal! 🥂❄️

And this maybe the best reason to river cruise! My view this morning as we sail down the Seine to Vernon, France.