Guides
Wander smarter, and talk shop with those who've been down that road before.
Tips for First Time Paris Travelers
First off, I wanted to give a huge thanks to anyone who is reading my first story ever on Vocal! I have a passion for writing and can't wait to share that with you all. Continuing on about Paris, it is quite overwhelming! You can be clouded by the glamour of it all and forget crucial details in the planning process. Getting the most out of the experience is always the main goal, and some of the best memories come out of unplanned adventures!
By Katie McGuire8 years ago in Wander
Six Reasons Why Mexico's Riviera Maya Should Be Your Next Diving Destination. Top Story - February 2018.
1. Go to a museum... underwater! That's right, the world famous MUSA in Cancun contains over 500 life size permanent sculptures designed and created by British artist Jason deCaires Taylor. This is a truly once in a lifetime experience; I mean, where else can you find a real size VW beetle while ten metres underwater? There are also small houses, replica grenades, groups of people and the always popular 'bankers'; men with briefcases, calculators and their heads in the sand. The museum is made from marine friendly materials designed specifically to attract fish and other sea life to the site.
By Hester Bedwin8 years ago in Wander
5 Tips and Tricks for Visiting Los Angeles
Okay, so you've dreamed of the day you'll hop off a plane at LAX with a dream and your cardigan, and you've already booked your flight. I can tell you from experience that you are going to have the time of your life. As a former Angelo, allow me to give you some tips and tricks to optimize your visit to the City of Angels.
By Barbara Spoor8 years ago in Wander
Bora Bora—Does It Always Have to Be Expensive?
Admit it, you've always wanted to go to Bora Bora, swim in the crystal clear water, and, brag about having gone to your friends :) But when you search prices, the trip totals to over $10,000. WELL SCRATCH THAT IDEA!!! Today I am going to be teaching you how to travel to Bora Bora on a budget, while still living the luxury life.
By Alex Smith8 years ago in Wander
Valuable Life Lessons That I Learned Growing Up in Vancouver
Looking back at this post, I realize that some of these might sound a bit... obvious. But how often does one remind themselves to do these simple yet excruciatingly difficult things and eventually find themselves not actually doing them until it's too damn late?! It is precisely those 'ugh–damnit' moments that encouraged me to write about the valuable-yet-simple life lessons that living and growing up in Vancouver has taught me over the years. An umbrella-in-the-face nudge, just to remind you, if you will. So roll out your yoga mat, strap in and channel your inner Buddha; here are some of my most valuable life lessons I learned growing up in Vancouver.
By Delilah Jayde8 years ago in Wander
Best Spring Break Destinations for Families
As the father of a seven year-old, I love family travel. If you live in the Northeast or the Midwest, by the time January reaches its chilly conclusion, you’re probably already thinking about the perfect spring break destination. Most school vacations take place in early March, when there’s still about a month left of winter. If you’re lucky enough to live in the United States, there are plenty of family-friendly, budget-friendly spring break destinations on both coasts. I’ve got ten that are perfect for your family spring break, in no particular order, mostly because I’d love to do all of them!
By David Porter8 years ago in Wander
Best Travel Documentaries on Netflix to Stream
The travel bug might be the most contagious bug out there and once you get a taste, you're always going to want more. There's nothing like getting outside your comfort zone and experiencing new things in a new land. When you finally return from your travels but can't shake that travel bug and don't have the time to travel again just yet, there are other ways to fuel your appetite for adventure. One of these ways is to watch travel documentaries on Netflix. There are plenty of documentaries streaming on Netflix and some of the best are about people traveling. If you're trying to quench your thirst for travel, or looking for the place to go next, watch these travel documentaries on Netflix.
By Kevin Simpson8 years ago in Wander
How to Road Trip Right
I'm a bit of an expert on road trips. I've driven from Massachusetts to Colorado twice, and back once. Each trip was about 30 hours of driving. I've driven from Massachusetts to Florida several times, to North Carolina, to Montreal, to Buffalo, to Toronto, to Philadelphia. I did a road trip from the Amalfi Coast to Venice while on my honeymoon in Italy. By my estimation, I've driven about 18,000 miles just on road trips.
By Michael Christopher8 years ago in Wander
Best Way to Travel Europe!
I recently got to spend a summer travelling across Europe, during a Mediterranean cruise vacation. In my opinion, this is the best way to experience European culture—especially if it is your first time visiting. A Mediterranean cruise allows you to see a large part of Europe, in a small amount of time. You are quite literally waking up in a new country everyday. I really did get to experience a bit of everything—from sightseeing in cities, to relaxing on the beach, to incredible hiking excursions.
By CHRIS WONG VLOGS8 years ago in Wander
