I just got a unexpected job offer from a law firm which I am wanting to take. Because it is unexpected, I have two trips planned for the upcoming months (one long weekend and one full week). Should I tell the recruiter that I am working with about this as I am waiting for the formal offer letter or what is best way of going about this?

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