Guides
Wander smarter, and talk shop with those who've been down that road before.
Wanna Travel to Iceland? Here's How to NOT Break the Bank. Top Story - July 2018.
Iceland's tourism industry has been booming in recent years, and it's no surprise why. It's a magnificent country with breathtaking waterfalls, marvelous volcanos, and miles of vast farmland. The only downside of this country? It can be VERY expensive. But, if you're smart with your money, it is possible to travel to Iceland on a budget. I took a 7-day trip to Iceland recently, and all in all, I spent around $1350. How did I do it? Let me share my tips. :)
By Amanda Nowak8 years ago in Wander
Small Town Girl’s Travel Guide to NYC
I grew up in the middle of nowhere in South Dakota. You know the state that you had no idea people lived in? Where my graduating class was 13 people. Where you had to drive 60 miles if you wanted fast food. Yep. That was my life. Now, as a 24-year-old young professional in the real world, I have decided to pursue travel writing. I had my first trip to NYC, my first trip to the upper East Coast in general, and I can say I was more than nervous. The least of my worries was the harsh winter weather. As I flew into the airport, I thought about all the things I thought I knew about New York: Time Square, Lady Liberty, Central Park, the small spaces, the city that never sleeps, the depressed people. What I came to discover was some things weren’t quite what they seemed, and some were extremely accurate. Here is NYC at a glance from a young Midwestern girl:
By Jessika Wager8 years ago in Wander
Traveling With a Chronic Illness
Chronic illness can be difficult for anyone and has a wide range of symptoms. Depending on what you have can determine exactly how you prepare for travel. As a sufferer of a wide range of illnesses, I have learnt the importance of preparation. Sometimes it seems like travel is impossible for those that are sick, but it doesn't have to be.
By Becca Volk8 years ago in Wander
Beautiful Ocean City, MD
Imagine it. Sitting on the warm sandy beach with a drink and a book, occasionally glancing up to watch the kids ride the waves into shore. Beautiful blue skies with just the slightest ocean breeze keep the heat at bay. Watching the sunset from the balcony of your condo is amazing. This is what my family waits for every year. We love visiting Ocean City, Maryland. It’s about a 5-hour drive from most parts of the Hudson Valley. We usually make it a longer trip and stop at different places along the way.
By Susan Nelson8 years ago in Wander
Salamancas' Forgotten Town
I have been told that I have a gypsy soul. This is a phrase and a name that I like. This is because I have an insatiable desire to explore and discover new places. It's hard to imagine ever staying in one place for a long time and not going off to find what lies undiscovered somewhere else. My fiance and I like to explore new places. We like to stumble across places where it appears no human has ever gone before. We also like to come across places where people used to live but for some reason have deserted the area. We found such a place on a recent driving trip through Spain.
By Ruth Gibson8 years ago in Wander
6 Secret Magical Places in Sydney to Discover
It's no secret that Sydney is a magical city, but what about the secrets hidden within it? Yes, it could be a long list of attractions well-known to anybody who is planning to visit the biggest Australian city, but what about the treasures most tourists never get to set their eyes on? Luckily, you are about to find out which ones they are.
By Nina Simons8 years ago in Wander
What I Did With One Day in Havana. Top Story - June 2018.
With all that Havana, Cuba has to offer the prospect of spending just a day in the infamous city seemed overwhelming. Our trip to Havana was via the Norwegian Sky, a cruise ship that makes the trip from Miami to Havana and a private island in the Bahamas and back again weekly. Traveling on a cruise is always nice because it requires little planning on the part of the traveler (and you can't go wrong with a cruise that offers an open bar, am I right?). The downside to cruising is the minimal amount of time available to spend exploring the ports.
By Erin McDowell8 years ago in Wander
5 Great Things to Do in Santa Fe, NM
Santa Fe is a vibrant and truly historic city in northern New Mexico. Most people think of Native American pottery or silver and turquoise jewelry if they think of the City Different at all. Santa Fe is so much more than those things, though, with a history and culture all its own. Blending Spanish, Mexican, Native, and modern American ideas isn’t easy, but Santa Fe seems to do it easily.
By Julia Talbot8 years ago in Wander
Going Somewhere? Looking to Travel? Try Egypt as Your Next Destination
Are you looking for a new travel destination? Well, think of Egypt as your next vacation destination. See all that Egypt has to offer with the beauty of the pyramids, or the valley of the kings, or maybe things that people even try to surpass. The beauty of a cultural civilization that still thrives on today. There is much more to Egypt than meets the eye. Whether it's through seeing the pyramids, trying the food or the culture, before you leave, you will fall in love.
By Emma Hennings8 years ago in Wander
