Tag Archives: The Netherlands

Postcard arrival: the Netherlands

Posted on July 11, 2010 by elliewick

This postcard from the Netherlands that I received Saturday shows all things I love about this country. Top left is a motorcycle painted in the style of Delft pottery, top right is a group of bicycles, bottom right are stroopwafeln … Continue reading →

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How to get ready for a trip

Posted on May 12, 2010 by elliewick

Getting ready for a trip can be a huge ordeal. The first few times you are preparing for a big trip it can be nerve wracking. There are so many things to worry about, like what to pack, what to … Continue reading →

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My Dream Trips

Posted on March 22, 2010 by elliewick

This month’s Budget Travel was filled with dream trips. These trips, usually to exotic and far-away places, often seem impossible to accomplish.  But BT’s collection of dream trips are “50 totally doable adventures.” With this collection serving as my inspiration, … Continue reading →

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How to plan a trip, part 3

Posted on February 26, 2010 by elliewick

It’s the final installment of how I suggest planning a trip. This part is You want to see a handful of sights far apart but close enough together that you want to combine them all into one trip. This type … Continue reading →

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