I took my first solo trip at 17, Reader.

No smartphone, no real plan. Just me, a 4-day backpacking itinerary, and a very serious case of delusion.

Since then, I’ve traveled to more than 50 countries—solo, in groups, for work, for fun...

And let me tell you:

Traveling has changed. A lot.

And Microsoft Copilot just reached out to me with the craziest challenge...

Technology is shaping how we move through the world.

Literally.

And I like to stay ahead of the curve. Not just as a traveler but as a creator, previous engineer/girlie-in-STEM, and a woman who travels solo.

So Microsoft’s challenge really caught my attention: to use AI not just to plan, but to actually co-pilot one of my trips.

Nervously, I thought about it...

❓ Would this take away from my trip, or add to it?

❓Would using it stress me out with info overload?

❓What if it gave me inaccurate information and became more of a headache?

But then I started to think…

Could it answer questions even my tour guide didn’t know? Like,

💡 “Where's the perfect place for me to eat dinner today if I’m looking for a great view of sunset?” or

💡“Based on what you know about me, what's a reminder I should have to stay present while exploring today?”

Could AI help me, an experienced traveler of 10+ years, be even better? And make my life easier?

I didn’t know what to expect. But I documented every moment.

There were minor glitches. There were seriously impressive lessons.

And it ended up being one of the most unexpectedly enlightening trips I’ve taken.

🎥 Watch the vlog here​

After, drop “Did you ride the mini horse?” in the comments (and your thoughts) so I can see who went to watch it from this newsletter! 🤭

If you’ve been curious about AI but unsure how it fits into your world as a traveler:

I hope my video surprises and inspires you!

— Gabby ✈️❤️‍🔥🌺

This newsletter is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot.
Thoughts and views are always my own though, duh.

P.S. Also, watch the video to steal my Croatia itinerary.