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Farmhouse bed and breakfast in the UK
One of the most enjoyable ways to spend a night in the United Kingdom is at a farmhouse bed and breakfast (B&B). Although the accommodation may be basic when judged against hotel standards, it will be perfectly adequate, comfortable, cheap, and an experience in its own right. Every establishment has features that set it apart from the rest, so the overnight stay becomes much more than just a place to sleep.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
Kelly
On this particular day I had chosen well. The view below me was more spectacular than even I imagined possible. The Taseko River snaked across the landscape through the aspen, and spruce trees that lined its banks. A late September day with partially blue skies enticed me on an expedition about twenty-five kilometers from Davidson's Bridge.
By Wolf Spirit5 years ago in Wander
Devon: some literary connections
Devon is a large and varied county in southwest England that has long been a highly sought-after location, not only for holidaymakers but also for writers. A number of famous poets and novelists have either been natives of the county or have lived there at some time in their lives and found inspiration for their work. These include:
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
Insights and Life Lessons From a Journey to India.
The decision to travel to India was always on the cards; I am a lifelong student of Indian history and politics - from reading about the British East India company and its excesses, to the Indian mutiny of 1857, which led to the installation of the British Raj, its independence in 1947 and the subsequent partitioning of the great country. The sectarian violence which arose from India's carving into two separate entities and the unresolved issues, which culminated in the Bengali people going it alone in the early 1970s and the resulting refugee crisis were topics that I enjoyed reading immensely.
By Adebayo Adeniran5 years ago in Wander
Advantages Of Fishing Guide On St Pete Charter Boat
If you are thinking of fishing in St Petersburg, Florida, you will either have to take a boat rental, which will be very costly and expensive or you will have to hire a fishing guide which will be in your budget as well. Obviously, you will suck the second option. If you do not know how to fish properly, St Pete beach charter boat provides you the best fishing guide, who will teach you about fishing and will tell you about that area and help you catch the best fish.
By amelia arden5 years ago in Wander
How to enjoy Venice more
How can you enjoy Venice more? Well for a start you can embrace the fact that Venice isn't just one island and I know this sounds silly but many a confused over exactly how big Venice is, the main island of Venice which contains Saint Marks Square is just one of around 100 small islands in a lagoon that sit in the Adriatic Sea. Many can go to Venice literally only embracing the main island thinking that all those other islands that they passed on their arrival are really nothing very much to do with Venice at all, but the magic of Venice is stepping out of your comfort zone taking a walk off the beaten track so to speak and venturing to some of the other islands. The other thing of course is that you could actually look on the main island, beneath the surface are some true marvels. Why am I for writing this because for many years now I've been returning to Venice amazed by the magnitude of this giant external museum and people saying to me “why do you keep going back to Venice, it's rubbish I've been there there's nothing to do there's nowhere to take your kids it's just only suitable for you know romantic couples” but Venice is far from just a place for romance.
By Spencer Hawken5 years ago in Wander
Visit the Mystical City of Prague
Over 4 million tourists visit Prague each year to experience its wonderful attractions, including museums, classic architecture, and unique history of people and events. It was once a medieval city ruled by kings and emperors, but it is now a city of cultural expression. At the Old Town Square, where all the events and festivals take place, are people who dress up in costumes and play music on the sidewalks.
By Mark Slaney5 years ago in Wander
The Terrifying Giraffes at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Nebraska
“NOOOOOO!” screamed my 4 year old as I led him into our favorite Zoo. Turning and trying to run away from me he looked seriously concerned. Cringing inside as I imagined what people must be thinking, I ran to catch him, holding him tightly yet gently, trying to understand his reluctance. We had been talking about this great field trip for days, as we meandered our way from one side of the vast United States to the other.
By Maria Calderoni5 years ago in Wander
Next Time You're in Germany, Shop a Flohmarkt
Next time you’re in Germany, you’ll be pleased to take a morning to visit the nearest Flohmarkt. Flea Market in English. The Flohmarkt treasures I acquired in my years living there have moved around the planet with me. I’m always excited to get to share them with friends!
By MissAdventured5 years ago in Wander
How to Fail on Your First Hike
In Alberta there are said to be numerous cults: the people who never left their hometown, the horse-girls, ravers, pyramid schemers, and hikers. I constantly drowned in a sense of not belonging, constantly feeling like an outsider no matter what environment I was in. Logically, I decided the best way to find my place in the world would be to join one of these ‘cults’. I couldn't find enough interest in drugs or beads to be a raver. And I couldn’t afford horses. And even though I had the muffin top of a new mother, I didn’t have the persistence to be a pyramid schemer. To me, it became an obvious choice, join the hiking cult! Within a couple of days I called my friend, and we were on a journey of epic fails and public embarrassment!
By Angel Friesen 5 years ago in Wander
