In honor of Thanksgiving, The Traveler’s Collection sends a huge multilingual “Thank You!” to the worldwide artisans who allow us to infuse our daily lives with the most beautiful bits of cultures we dream of discovering, returning to, and reuniting with.
From Haiti to Turkey, the following are some of our favorite tokens from an […]
When people do something impressive, something time-consuming with an extraordinary result, they often seek recognition. If they are producing something for a client, they love receiving positive feedback. The magazine write-up, the Yelp review, the thank you letter- these appraisals somehow validate our efforts.
Many of the artisans behind the crafts sold through […]
One of my biggest inspirations was The Nike Foundation’s “Girl Effect” campaign, which shines light on the powerful social and economic change brought about when women have the opportunity to participate in their society.
I’ve had the pleasure of being introduced to two women who share my inspiration - Carole Marshi and […]
I bought my first Tula hat while in the Hamptons on a girlfriends getaway years ago, and since it’s so chic and such a great sun blocker (the highest rating of UPF 50+), I take it with me whenever I travel to a sundrenched destination. The sustainable palm is harvested twice a year and the […]
The principal designer of Amalia Designs, Andrea Slappey, draws inspiration from life experiences to create sophisticated jewelry with an aesthetic that connects generations. Slappey finds crafting her creations to be an inspired process and her work often expresses subtle symbolism motivated by her surroundings and the materials at […]

As an avid traveler, I’ve met incredible artisans and craftspeople who've inspired me to share their exquisite treasures with you through The Traveler’s Collection - my online boutique specializing in unique goods from around the globe. The collection’s beauty extends to its mission – each purchase helps local artisans support their families and communities.
I invite you to join me in discovering the stories and the artisans behind the products, as well as unique shopping, travel and style guides from me and my fellow travelers. - JG