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With all that the past 12 months have thrown at us, the thought of a stress-free getaway is all the more tantalising. So although we may be spending more time at home, we can still satisfy our wanderlust by dreaming of future trips ahead.
As way of inspiration, we asked three ELLE editors to share the travel destinations that are on their minds right now, and their selection of Christmas gifts to evoke those happy holiday vibes. And the best bit? All these gifts are available to shop through the British Airways Avios eStore, your gateway to over 1,200 top brands, so each purchase has the potential to fund that dream holiday.
By using the eStore as a British Airways Executive Club member, every pound you spend can be put towards your next adventure with British Airways, from flights to hotel stays. With hundreds of top brands including NET-A-PORTER, FARFETCH, Selfridges, SpaceNK and so many more of your favourite shopping destinations, the rewards are sure to add up quickly. Prepare to dust off your passport...
Kaftan dress, £59 + 787 Avios, ARKET; Straw bag, £59 + 590 Avios, Whistles; More Joy water bottle, £40 + 467 Avios, MATCHESFASHION; Anemone bikini, £276.19 + 4143 Avios, NET-A-PORTER
"Since I'm always aiming for guaranteed winter sun, the Canary Islands have been on my 'to go' list for a long time, particularly Lanzarote. To echo the black volcanic beaches, I'll be adding voluminous dresses in dark hues to my wish list; they're perfect for keeping cool.
"A big tote bag to fit days-worth of food and drink to feast on while out and about is also essential and makes for a useful travel gift, whatever the destination. Comfy footwear is a must for wandering through epic landscapes, though a bikini should always be on hand for a spontaneous swim." — Daisy Murray, Fashion Editor
Total Avios to put towards your next flight: 5,987
Ancient Greek Sandals Anklet, £55 + 825 Avios, NET-A-PORTER; Loewe bucket bag, £395 + 3,950 Avios, Harrods; Byredo Gypsy Water Eau de Parfum, £115 + 958 Avios, Space NK; Korres body butter, £19 + 237 Avios, LOOKFANTASTIC; Plate set, £60 + 300 Avios, Trouva
"I’ve been holidaying in the Greek Islands for over a decade now, working my way up from backpacking in dingy hostels, surviving off road-side pitas and partying till sunrise in my late teens, to villa rentals, actual restaurants and a more sensible bedtime as I say goodbye to my twenties.
"In every iteration, Greece’s many island destinations have proven themselves as the most breath-taking places I’ve ever seen, with spectacular food, friendly people, and consistently perfect weather. I love the colours, optimism and relaxed pace of the Mediterranean and right now, we need that feeling more than ever – so I’ll be gifting my fellow sunshine-loving friends and family some escapism pieces to see them through till we can travel together again this summer. Alternatively, can someone alert Santa that I’d like all of the above?" — Isabel Edwards-Brown, Commercial Editor
Total Avios to put towards your next flight: 6,270
Jacquemus wrap dress, £430 + 6450 Avios, NET-A-PORTER; Notebook, £19.99 + 167 Avios (for new customers only at Papier), Papier; Tom Ford sunglasses, £265 + 2650 Avios, Selfridges; Anastasia Beverly Hills lipstick, £19 + 222 Avios, Cult Beauty
"I can never choose between a city or beach break so I always opt for a destination where I can do both. A coast-full of beautiful beaches and blue seas, and cities that give Lisbon a run for its money, the Algarve ticks all the boxes.
"A new notebook is my starting point for holiday planning and I've got my eye on this colourful one from Papier, which makes for a great gift, too. I'll be filling my suitcase with versatile shirt dresses, which are perfect to throw on over my bikini but can also be worn when I'm back home and missing that seaside feeling. Enjoying a glass of sangria can’t hurt either." — Amy Brewster, Social Media Manager
Total Avios to put towards your next BA flight: 9,489
Shop now on the eStore at ba.com/estore or download the British Airways Executive Club Rewards app from the App Store or Google Play.
Simply log-in to your account, click the retailer you’re looking to shop with and shop online as normal. Your purchase with be tracked and you’ll receive Avios in as quickly as five days.
All Avios amounts quoted in this piece were correct upon date of publication. The Avios redemptions on all products mentioned exclude VAT. Standard British Airways Avios eStore Terms and Conditions apply. Please visit shopping.ba.com/terms for more details. Retailer offer terms and conditions can be found on each individual retailer’s eStore.
