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Falkirk, Scotland: the town where I was born
“I remember, I remember, the house where I was born”, wrote Thomas Hood in the early 19th century. I can remember neither the house nor the Scottish town in which that house still stands, having left both at a very early age in order to grow up in another town hundreds of miles away.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
How do I Get My Money Back From Spirit Airlines Booking?
Spirit Airlines Booking is an amazingly negligible cost carrier, anyway, the clarification is that the flights are extremely modest and they just charge you for a wide range of various things. On the off chance that you are figuring How would I get my cashback from Spirit Airlines Booking? Here is the way where you can get your cashback from Spirit Airlines Booking.
By Justin Parker5 years ago in Wander
Can China still lead the world in tech without a new Jack Ma?
Several tech companies have been investigated in the past few months over alleged monopolistic behavior or other breaches of consumer rights. The ongoing probe — which President Xi Jinping has personally endorsed as necessary to maintain "social stability" — has led to record fines for some tech titans and massive overhauls for others. More than $600 billion has been wiped off the value of the biggest tech stocks in recent months.
By sunil kumar5 years ago in Wander
Why Vanlife?
Hi, I'm Heather and I'm in the process of converting a van into a small remote home for myself and my two cats. But why? So, I'll start by saying that I'm not close to being finished with my van conversion. Not close at all, in fact. However, I feel there is something special about where I am in this process so I wanted to talk about that. This 'something special' I'm referring to is the awareness I have over the change in my motive to pursue vanlife. This is a feeling I need to capture and document as I know some of you may be able to relate to my 'why' and be inspired to go after your goals as well.
By Heather Barr5 years ago in Wander
The Magic of Sailing. Top Story - June 2021.
Sailboaters are atunned with nature. Power boaters are anathema to nature. I began sailing when I was a child. My family had a friend, an older gentleman with a sailboat who had an enormous amount of patience with an 8-year-old rambunctious boy. He taught me boat and water safety, how to handle a small boat in rough waters and most of all taught me respect for the sea.
By Michael Trigg5 years ago in Wander
Rum Orphanage Instanbul Turkey
The orphanage was designed and built in 1898 by Alexandre Vallaury located on the island of Büyükada, near Istanbul, Turkey. Alexandre Vallaury was a famous French-Ottoman architect who designed a number of notable buildings in Istanbul including the Istanbul Archaeology Museum, Pera Palace Hotel, Hidayet Mosque, and the Ottoman Bank. The building was originally designed to be a luxury hotel and casino for Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits. Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits was a passenger train company that ran The Orient Express. According to the World Monuments Fund, the company was unable to obtain a permit to operate from Sultan Abdul Hamid II, and the building was sold in 1903.
By Tami Osburn5 years ago in Wander
Manaslu Circuit Trek
Opening your soul to discover unseen natural wonders is what the Manaslu Trekking does. A journey to Mt. Manaslu or Kutang in the local language brings you to discover epic sceneries of nature and culture. The Manaslu Circuit trek route is an adventure to the “Mountain of Soul” and to see the beauty of this region. Create lifelong memories, reach new heights, and live the dream! Also known as the Manaslu Circuit Trek or the Larke Pass Trek. The Manaslu Trekking is an adventure filled with nature, culture, high altitudes, and unforgettable memories!
By peregrine treks5 years ago in Wander
How to Get In and Around Koh Samui
Koh Samui is the perfect getaway for a tropical holiday filled with bliss. Thailand’s second-largest island is scattered with idyllic beaches, lush jungles and ritzy resorts and spas. It is a sophisticated destination, and you can choose the way you spend your days. There is so much to discover on the island if you love to explore. Alternatively, you can simply enjoy a luxurious holiday with lots of beach days and pampering. In this short guide, we discuss how to get to Koh Samui and get around while you are there.
By Aurora Gianna5 years ago in Wander
How to pick an island to learn windsurfing in the Maldives
The sheer number of islands and resorts in the Maldives means you have to keep some things in mind if you want to pick the correct island for any particular water sport. As all are different in some way or another. If windsurfing is your jam keep here are some points to ponder.
By Rochell Megan5 years ago in Wander
Shouldn't you be leaving now?
It had been a long, long bus ride from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú. 21 hours, to be exact. The coach had left BA at 3:30 the previous afternoon, and we pulled into our destination at around half past noon instead of 9 AM. No explanation was given for the delay. Frustrated that the morning had been wasted, I rushed to the hostel to drop off my bag. Just my luck: not a staff member in sight. After impatiently waiting for around 15 minutes, I located the bathrooms, got showered and changed. I was here for one day only and could not waste any more time.
By Jenifer Nim5 years ago in Wander
