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A Chinese-American Fish out of Japanese Waters
I met Yuki when I lived in the dorms while studying at the University of Washington. She is Japanese but had lived in Hong Kong as a teenager. I am ethnically Chinese, raised in America, but have some family in Hong Kong. We felt a shared connection. One of the first things that Yuki told me is that she assumed that I was Japanese!
By Yen Lam5 years ago in Wander
South Korea Airport Arrival and Quarantine Guide
I have finally arrived in South Korea after waiting 6 months for the visa suspension on UK applicants to be lifted. As I have 14 days of quarantine to endure, I decided to write this guide to what will happen upon arrival in South Korea for anyone who is curious to know what it will be like.
By Jenifer Nim5 years ago in Wander
England’s Most Popular Beach Walk Locations
Walking became the go-to hobby for many of us throughout 2020. Although walking isn’t everyone’s preferred choice of activity, last year left us no other option but to make some compromises with how we spend our time.
By Alicia Walker5 years ago in Wander
What Signs?
It was a casual Saturday on my day off from my job at the Air Force base back in the early 1990s. Garden of the Gods was a popular spot for me to explore and I often went alone as no one in my unit was interested in going hiking or mountain biking with me. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon and I made my way along the trails, passed by the visitor center, then around to discover even more trails and soon found one that led me to the massive rock formations.
By Eichelle Hamaker5 years ago in Wander
What Travel Taught Me About Navigating a Crisis
Hard times test us all When everything falls apart, we all become the sum of the things we’ve learned. And how we deal with a crisis depends heavily on what we’ve learned about ourselves and the world around us.
By Ryan Frawley5 years ago in Wander
The Art of Travel: Why It's More Than Just "The Happiest Pursuit"
You don’t need a reason to travel—traveling is its own reason. It’s like the happiest pursuit, the most selfless act, and the most rewarding adventure.
By Harshith Sasubelli5 years ago in Wander
How Travel Agents Save You Money?
You have access to online travel portals that now give you quick comparative costs of flight, packages, hotels and site seeing options. It has definitely made life of travelers easier and pocket-friendly. However, this quick, easy, cheap bookings are not always as what they seem. Traveling is more about the experience than the destination alone. While you make book your own flights, the best way to get excellent offers and packages that have interesting combination of hotels, site seeing options, add on, it is advisable to take the help of travel agents as they have access to multiple resources and suppliers to get better deals.
By Akansha Verma5 years ago in Wander
Introvert-Friendly Travel Tips
After all, being an introvert doesn't rule out the possibility of traveling or a strong desire not to travel, does it? Traveling as an introvert is a fantastic experience, but it comes with its own set of obstacles. I believe things would get a lot easier for an introvert like you if you follow the experiences of other introverts.
By lovely tolentino5 years ago in Wander
Canada Immigration- 5 Things You Should Expect After Covid-19
An Overview The year 2020 was pretty much wasted due to the coronavirus pandemic which continues to have a serious impact on the immigration system of Canada. It is not going to return to normal at least until the pandemic is over. The good news is that the end of the pandemic is in sight because now people are getting vaccinated all over the globe. Last year exposed all the possible dangers of making any predictions or planning for the future. Still, you can consider planning ahead as a student seeking to pursue a foreign degree or as a skilled worker. Moreover, if you are planning to move to Canada and need help regarding what you need, you must know that Quebec immigration lawyers are there to serve this purpose. In this article, you will understand what to expect in the world of Canadian immigration in 2021.
By Sheri M. Spunt5 years ago in Wander
We Are The Generation Fernweh
Indulging street food, impressive world wonders, unforeseen encounters, endless oceans, high mountains, exotic creatures, ancient cultures ...
By Laura Blu Sandía5 years ago in Wander
10 Challenges with Language and Culture for Expatriates Moving From and Into The UK
Relocating into the UK for business or personal reasons can be an exciting but also a daunting experience for the expatriates moving, with challenges related to language an culture. Language training can make us feel prepared to start a new life as an expat but when reality sets in, there are many challenges expatriates may face.
By Angelo Castelda5 years ago in Wander
How to avoid travel scams in Chennai
As amazing as India is you may encounter some of these scams in certain parts of India. Just be cautious and use your common sense to guide you. Here are a few more tips to protect yourself from any unwanted hassle.
By Peaushan Devanarayana5 years ago in Wander