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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about travel anxiety. During the last 18 months, we’ve all seen our travel plans severely curtailed. Living through Covid-19 has been difficult for everyone, and a challenge to our physical and mental health. So it’s totally understandable if, post-pandemic, some of us feel a bit apprehensive and anxious about jetting…

Hey friends! Writing about exciting things to do in Nicaragua was a blast, so I wanted to keep the South American travel vibe going with a post all about Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos.  To anybody looking for an island vacation full of lively and historical wildlife, sandy beaches, and friendly people: hop on…

Hi friends! No matter where you decide to travel, it’s important to do research ahead of time, and not just about where to find the best street food! Any time you step into a new country with its own culture, norms, and politics, you’ve got to have an idea of what you’re entering into—for your…

Hi everyone! I’ve already written all about such European hotspots as the Netherlands, Ireland, and Barcelona, but how about beer and chocolate-friendly Belgium? Let’s take a trip to the capital city of Brussels, perfect for a weekend stay in a larger European itinerary. Belgium is divided into a culturally French portion and a culturally Dutch…

Ciao, friends! I already took you with me on a whirlwind 2-day trip to Rome, but this time around  I figured I’d share a longer itinerary, for when you want to explore Italy’s southern cities. There’s so much more to this country than the Colosseum!  Italy is one of the most romantic countries in Europe,…

Hi everybody! I’ve been loving writing about all things Europe lately, and I realized I’ve never devoted an entire article to the incredible things to do in the Netherlands! We all know about the kinds of shenanigans you can get up to in Amsterdam, but that isn’t the only tourist treasure in this country. The…

Hey everybody! My 7-day Ireland itinerary is perfect for planning what to see and do in this beautiful country. We’ve also covered general travel tips before, like how to pack light and how to pack for a road trip, as well as some travel essentials for women, all of which apply here! Still, there are…

Hey friends! You know, I love a luxurious vacation, but most of the time my wallet can’t quite get me there. Still, there are cheap destinations all over the world that we can visit without breaking the bank!  To get the most bang for our buck, we’re going to have to leave places like London,…

Hey everybody! I know you’ve already heard me chat all about hot travel spots in Europe, like Barcelona or Rome, down in New Zealand, and of course all around the United States. That’s why it’s about time we make our way to a whole new continent here on A Popsicle Stand! Here are what I…