is a woman-owned vegan travel company, led by Rebecca Gade-Sawicki. Veggies Abroad offers a myriad of services including small group tours and custom trip planning that combine the thrill of exploration with a commitment to ethical practices.
It may come as a surprise, but I haven’t always been preaching the vegan gospel in the travel space. My path into the travel industry is unique. Like many people, I took time during the pandemic to re-evaluate my career — I wanted to find a way to align it with my ethics in hopes of making this world a little kinder and greener.
But I struggled to find a job that ticked those boxes.
So, what does any college-educated person do when this happens, and they’re in the middle of a global pandemic? Well, they start a vegan travel blog based on their love of vegan food and eventually leave their 15-year career in the dust!
Honestly, I thought starting the blog would just help me pivot my career — I knew it would force me to learn new skills and network with like-minded people, but it’s turned into much more.
The blog offers mouthwatering lineups of vegan food, action-packed travel guides, and trip tips so you can plan your entire veggie-filled vacation, but if you don’t want to do all that work, there are other options! In 2023, I launched custom travel planning services and vegan-friendly tours, with an inaugural to tour to Thailand, which sold out!
Wait, there’s more! In 2024, we launched the Veggies Abroad Vegan Travel podcast to further put a spotlight on what vegan, vegan-friendly, and sustainable businesses are doing in the wide world of travel!
Building Veggies Abroad has become my form of activism. I have the opportunity to encourage businesses to make more sustainable choices and help travelers support companies that are making a difference.
At Veggies Abroad, we’re passionate about using travel as a force for good. We believe travel is more than just visiting iconic landmarks — it’s an opportunity to connect with the world in meaningful ways.
With every trip, we’re committed to ensuring that more of your dollar stays within the local economy, helping small businesses and the local community thrive. We do this by partnering with local companies, working with local guides, utilizing accommodations with eco-focuses, and advocating for plant-based options.
In addition, we believe that wildlife deserves the utmost respect, which is why we will only promote activities that prioritize animal welfare.
Join us in traveling responsibly — together, we can make a positive impact, one journey at a time.
Veggies Abroad has been featured in both local and national publications. Here are a few of the highlights:
Promoting vegan options is in our DNA! Veggies Abroad has proudly partnered with a diverse range of travel organizations across the US to champion responsible, plant-based travel. Together, we’re making it easier for travelers to explore the world ethically while enjoying vibrant, cruelty-free cuisine.
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