• My Best, Breezy Southern Italy Itinerary

    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,…

  • 10 Things To Do In The Netherlands Beyond Amsterdam

    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…

  • 10 Thrilling Things To Do In Nicaragua

    Hello my friends! I’ve already taken you up to Canada, down to New Zealand, and across the ocean to Europe and Africa, but I haven’t gotten a chance to share any travel tips for South or Central America. Let’s fix that! Costa Rica’s southern neighbor, Nicaragua, is a vibrant country that’s perfect for backpackers, surfers,…

  • 15 Top Travel Tips for Ireland

    15 Top Travel Tips for Ireland

    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…

  • Top 10 Cheapest Places to Visit in Europe

    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,…

  • 10 of the Best Countries to Visit in Africa

    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…

  • My 10 Favorite Hidden Gems in Miami

    Hello again! While I was going over my list of Florida’s best secret travel spots, there was one city I couldn’t ignore: Miami. This place has so many hidden gems for travelers that I decided it deserved its own blog post! You may know this South Florida city for its beaches, the giant Homestead Miami…

  • 10 Hidden Gems in Florida

    10 Hidden Gems in Florida

    Hello everybody! Guess what? It turns out that Florida has much more to offer than alligators and otherworldly news headlines— it’s actually full of hidden gems and secret spots, perfect for sneaky little day trips or weekend getaways! You may know the Sunshine State for its theme parks and beautiful beaches (and you’re not wrong),…

  • 10 Travel Hacks for Packing Light

    Hey all you beautiful people! I’ve already laid out my peak travel essentials for women, but how about some sneaky packing hacks that everybody can enjoy? From a long-haul flight to Barcelona to a  road trip that stops at every Idaho hot spring, I’ve got years of experience making the most of my suitcases. So…

  • A Weekend in Boston: My Fabulous 3-Day Itinerary

    Hi, my friends! After our last journey through Seattle in the Northwest and all over Texas down South, it’s time to swing back up to New England! If you’re a fan of American history, cannolis, and cobblestones, I’ve got the destination for you. Yup, it’s time for a fabulous weekend getaway in Boston, Massachusetts! I’d…