3 Weeks, 4 Countries, 9 Cities: Traveling with IBS Without Fear

Sep 14

Written By Marica Gaspic

Traveling across Europe sounds exciting, but when you live with IBS, the thought can also feel overwhelming. Fear of food, worries about finding bathrooms, or wondering if the stress of travel will trigger symptoms—these can stop many women from even booking the trip.

This summer, I took on the challenge myself: 3 weeks, 4 countries, 9 cities—from Austria to Hungary, Croatia to Germany. And guess what? I not only managed my IBS, but I also thrived. Here’s how I did it—and how you can, too.

🌍 Planning Ahead (Without Obsessing)

The key wasn’t over-restriction—it was smart preparation. I planned travel days with simple, gut-friendly meals, packed probiotics, and made hydration a non-negotiable. But I also allowed space to enjoy local culture and food.

🥗 Eating to Fuel (Not Fear)

IBS can make eating feel like a gamble. On this trip, I leaned into a rhythm: regular meals, enough protein, fiber that suited me, and flexibility when new dishes came along. The result? Steady energy and no flare-ups.

😴 Sleep & Reset

Time zone changes, late nights, and busy days could have set me back. Instead, I prioritized rest. Small habits—like winding down without screens and adjusting bedroom environments—even inspired me to refresh my sleep space at home.

💃 Movement & Mindset

From walking city streets to mindful pauses in breathtaking places, movement wasn’t about exercise—it was about joy. IBS is deeply tied to the gut-brain connection, and staying calm, curious, and grateful was as important as food or supplements.

✨ The Takeaway

Traveling with IBS doesn’t have to be about restriction or fear. With the right strategies, you can move through the world feeling free, present, and confident.

If you’re ready to stop letting IBS dictate your plans, I can help you build your own travel (and life) strategy.

👉 Book a discovery call with me to start your journey.

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Marica Gaspic

Living with IBS can quietly take over your life — not just through pain and bloating, but through the constant uncertainty, loss of confidence, and fear of not being able to trust your own body.

I help high-performing women with IBS move from symptom-chasing to true physiological stability — by understanding IBS as what modern gastroenterology defines it to be: a disorder of gut–brain interaction involving the nervous system, microbiome, immune function, and stress physiology.

As a pharmacist and gut health coach — and as someone who has personally lived with IBS — I bring both clinical expertise and lived understanding to the work we do together. My clients don’t just “manage” IBS. They rebuild trust in their body, regain energy and confidence, and create a sustainable system of support that fits their real life.

This is not about restriction or short-term fixes.

It’s about building a body that finally makes sense.

Why Work With Me

Personal Experience

I have lived with IBS and successfully stabilized my own health — giving me deep insight into both the emotional and physiological realities of this condition.

Clinical Expertise

As a pharmacist, I bring evidence-based understanding of human physiology, gut–brain signaling, microbiome science, and medication interactions into every plan I create.

Proven Results

I have guided women through sustainable, personalized recovery frameworks that improve symptoms, restore energy, and dramatically elevate quality of life.

Together, we build a personalized, sustainable gut health strategy that supports your body, your lifestyle, and your long-term wellbeing — so you can live with calm, clarity, and confidence again.

https://www.gutwellnessbymarica.com