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5 Trips Every Person Should Take at Least Once in Life
Exploring a new place, meeting new people, experiencing different cultures and overcoming diverse challenges, these are the ingredients that make the recipe for the dish called travelling. Travelling feeds the mind and the soul with all the necessary nutrients for the overall growth of a person. One should travel as much as they can. Not only is it fun to explore new places and see what the world has in store for us, but it’s also a great form of learning and therapy. You are exposed to different roads, cultures and obstacles that teach you how to deal with different circumstances in life and leave you like a more aware person.
By Eada Hudes7 years ago in Wander
New Orleans Originals
New Orleans is full of tourist traps from tours, to museums, to specialty stores, so while it may seem best to do them all if you can, here's a few that are particularly worthwhile.
By Kristen Barenthaler7 years ago in Wander
Spectacular Ocean Kayaking Eco-Adventures in Hawaii
Eco-adventuring at its finest, kayaking is one of the most versatile outdoor recreational activities in the Hawaiian Islands. Kayakers can paddle wild and challenging ocean waters, explore tranquil backwater bays or navigate scenic fresh river waterways. A good many of the best snorkeling spots in the Hawaiian Islands are only accessible by ocean kayak.
By Marlene Affeld7 years ago in Wander
The Foreigner Guide: Tips for Moving to the UK
Documentation Before coming into the country make sure you meet all the Home Office requirements and your documents are legal and up to date. If you are outside of EU, make sure you get a visa for as long as you can. Once you get a visa and have lived in UK for a certain amount of time, check what you need to do to get whats called a settled status. Residency will give you the opportunity to live in UK for as long as you want.
By Alex Korr7 years ago in Wander
The Romanticism of Travel
Do you dream of traveling through Europe and living your dream while you see the famous cities and culture? Most people seem to have this desire and long for the opportunity to go.
By Samuel Block7 years ago in Wander
Why You Should Go to the Rose Parade
The Rose Parade is a celebration on New Years in Pasadena, where people can watch floats, bands, an even see celebrities. It always starts at 8 AM and you can sit where ever you want. You can either buy seats on the bleachers or just sit on the curb of the street like most people. I love going to the Rose Parade because it's so much fun every year and I love to sleep over along with other people. I am going to tell you why you should go too. In a different story, I will tell you tips and tricks if you plan on going to The Rose Parade. It's free if you plan to sit on the curb, but it costs money if you want to be on the bleachers.
By Vanessa Baltazar7 years ago in Wander
Visiting the Floating City
Famously known as “The Floating City," Venice attracts over 20 million tourists per year. I am fortunate enough to be living just over an hour away by train, in a small town called Vicenza. So, this will be the first of my many adventures to this beautiful city.
By Kate Amateur Adventure7 years ago in Wander
Aspects of Belfast
The peace lines or peace walls first appeared in Northern Ireland in 1969, after sectarian trouble first flared up across the Province. Believe it or not, in 2018, they are still there keeping different religious factions apart and are a must for any tourist visiting Belfast or Northern Ireland.
By Aunidan Christi KPGS7 years ago in Wander
Find Friends That Road Trip
Growing up in Canada and in the rural parts of the Great White North, having a vehicle is important not only to get from one place to another but is needed if you ever want to see the country. Transit isn't always practical and trying to get out to the mountains without a ride can be a long and harrowing adventure all its' own. When I first began to drive my friends and I would pile into someones truck, usually mine, and just go out driving around the country side to go fishing, camping or just meet up with other friends further down the line. These trips instilled a very important lesson right away. If you want to see a place, you need to see it through your guides eyes on a road trip. Somebody who knows the area, the roads and the hidden gems that many of us don't have a chance to hear about on a typical wander.
By Steven Altman7 years ago in Wander
Why Paris is the City You'll Keep Coming Back To
Why are people so obsessed with Paris? If you're like me, you may have left Paris, but Paris never left you. There's a certain magic, charm, and fantasy that exists within the city boundaries of Paris that is unlike any other European city. Let's pinpoint a few reasons why Paris is so great, and why you'll keep coming back for more.
By Natalie Hayes7 years ago in Wander
Top 5 Tips to Make Flying Easier
I recently traveled to Texas and obviously flew, you know like being in a plane. I absolutely love traveling and in my seasoned 17 years of flying experience I've learned a few tricks that make flying much more enjoyable.
By Toni Nimmerichter7 years ago in Wander
10 Tips to Save Money While Traveling
AirBnB. Way cheaper than hotels, AirBnB are places where you can get a room or even an entire place. Hosts can rent just one room or several or they can rent out and entire house and/or apartment. Don't ever take a taxi. They are expensive as frick, so you are better off using Uber or Lift. Public Transportation. Figure out where buses go and see if they go to the town, city, or nearby street you are getting to. Also, some countries offer deals like a one-week train pass for $50. Rent a car. If you are traveling with a few other people and you all have your own bags and such, then it might be easier to have your own car. It's inconveniently a hassle to always move your baggage around with you, especially when you have a different place to stay every night. Also it's nice to have a safe place to keep your things. The more people you have, the better (within reason). It helps to have other people to split the cost of things but you have to keep in mind that adding another person will boost the cost but not by much. Only have a carry-on bag and a personal item. Try not to waste extra money on purchasing a checked bag unless you will be gone for over a month. It is possible to do, even though some would disagree. Only pack the necessities. Only bring along what you really need or will use. Like, do you really need this second pair of jeans that looks exactly the same as the first? Don't go out to eat every night. Save some money and buy groceries which you can make dinner with at the kitchen of your AirBnB. You never realize how much you spend on eating out until you add it all up, so save yourself and spend that money on gifts or something else. Besides, you can make some killer dinners with only a few ingredients. Travel in the off season. Prices of most attractions will go down when there are not as many tourists around. Go to less popular attractions. Yes, there are many popular places to see, but there are also several gorgeous destinations that not many people know of. And these places are usually not as expensive to get into.
By Clara Milstead7 years ago in Wander