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My Visit to Bangladesh
Bangladesh When I arrived in Bangladesh, I saw the streets from the window of the car. Cars surrounded us. There were poor people knocking on our window, begging for money. The people outside were screaming and honking at each other. These were the streets and atmosphere of Bangladesh and I knew what I was in for, but I wouldn’t know that it could change my perspective of Bangladesh and my life.
By Saajid Islam8 years ago in Wander
The Warsaw Dichotomy
Is the pianist good? I wouldn’t know. Every driver seems skilled to someone who’s never been behind the wheel. I love music, but there’s not one atom of musical talent in my body. I can only look with awe at those who know how to make an instrument sing.
By Ryan Frawley8 years ago in Wander
Preparing for Travel
On the run up to my trip to Ghana, I starting preparing properly just after the New Year (to leave mid-February) and, to be honest, it would be easier for me to write a post about what NOT to do. So that's what I'm going to start with, here goes:
By Hannah Paish8 years ago in Wander
Why You Should Go Backpacking Right Now
Goat Lake was my first ever backpacking trip. It was early summer and I had a hard time deciding where to go. From the pictures that I saw, this hike looked amazing! But it was 10 miles round trip total. That might not seem like much, but I was a little intimidated by how far from civilization I would be with my first night in the backcountry.
By Colin Bryant8 years ago in Wander
Living Near the Mountains
Traveling is a passion of mine. When I visit a new location whether it is a new city, state, or country I always try to do something new. I am adventurous; I will try anything, at least once. My new adventure has been that I recently moved to Colorado Springs. I am still going to travel to other states, because it is a goal of mine to visit all 50 states but the great thing about Colorado is that there is so much to do within the state that I live in. From Colorado Springs to the entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park is around an hour and forty-five minutes depending on traffic. (Side note — do not try to head to the park and leave the park during rush hours. We left there around 4:30, getting us stuck in the 5 o’clock traffic — adding an extra hour to our drive home.) If you are lucky enough to live in Colorado or visit here, I highly recommend staying near Estes Park or Boulder.
By Megan Myers8 years ago in Wander
Kadikoy During Ramadan
Kadiköy is empty around lunchtime. The once-crowded and noisy outdoor seating area within one of the Istanbul's most youthful and lively bars is now barren, hosting myself, my friends, and three girls chatting towards the fence that barricades the outdoor area. The waiter brings out three large pints of Bomonti beer, our usual choice of Turkish beer, and places each of the perspired glass mugs in front of us. My Turkish friends look around the silent area, and let out an an exasperated sigh at the sight of the unfilled tables and chairs around us.
By Jasmine Ameerally8 years ago in Wander
Far Away
It calls me, the water and the skyline meet. The ocean waters so blue, I'm unintentionally mesmerized. The colorful fish that swim beneath, breathtaking. The mountains in the distance, covered in green. Trees, tower over like the skyscrapers in a city. Engulfed by the beauty all around me, from the moment I step away from the vessel. Panoramic views for as far as I can see, on one side, trees and mountains. On the other, clear blue water, ships and boats.
By Jasmine Mills8 years ago in Wander
