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Nature's Thorn
Living close to to a mountainside, I was always exposed to nature. Beautiful rolling hills, densely packed with brush and trees; Snaked with long, well-trodden trails. The air is crisp and refreshing, especially in the winter months. Typically children with this sort of upbringing should feel an unburdened connection to nature, punctuated by a particular flower or spot within this natural domain. Of course, this is not the case, as seen with the use of “typically” at the beginning of this paragraph.
By Griffen Helm5 years ago in Wander
New Orleans, Old News
Last year, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, I took a little road trip out to New Orleans, Louisiana. I have been there once before a couple of years ago—a quite disastrous trip—however the change from then to now is quite a drastic one. Part of it, I am sure, had to do with the impending warning about Hurricane Sally, but most of the changes had been wrought by the closing down of the city due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
By Zane Larkin5 years ago in Wander
Canal Boating in the UK
The canals of the UK were built for one purpose only, namely to provide a means of transporting bulk cargoes from mines and quarries to factories, and from factories to ports. Now that many of the mines, quarries and factories are no more, and those that remain are linked by rail and road, the surviving canal system has become a mecca for pleasure boaters as well as a haven for wildlife.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
5 Mystical Facts About Scotland
I’ve recently become intrigued with ancient folklore of the Scottish Highlands and how these stories have lasted so long throughout the ages. What piece of truth began these tales that have been told, some for over 1,000 years? How is a story like that even created? How has it survived through changing culture and technology yet, still capture the imagination of its listeners? Let’s find out.
By Vicky DiMichele5 years ago in Wander
The Antonine Way, Scotland
Most people have heard of Hadrian’s Wall which was built on the orders of Emperor Hadrian across northern England and completed around the year AD 128. The Emperor had decided that there was a limit as to how far north the Empire could be extended, and this was it. Although he was happy for trade to continue with the people living north of the Wall, he saw no point in imposing Roman rule on them and undertaking the expense of so doing.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
How to Spend 3 Days in Chonburi
Located on the east coast of Thailand, Chonburi is the capital of the Mueang Chonburi District. Pattaya is the main tourist spot, but there are many other places to be discovered. The palm-fringed coastline, cafes and restaurants are the main highlights of the area.
By Peaushan Devanarayana5 years ago in Wander
Plan the Perfect Trip with Your tour Group in Sydney
Sydney is a world-class coastal city that showcases a stellar line-up of both natural and man-made wealth. Every year, the city is poured in by tens and thousands of people who come to marvel at its iconic beauty. Now, if you’re travelling to the city with a large tour group, here are some wonderful activities you can take up and destinations to visit for a fun experience.
By Abigail Jones5 years ago in Wander
First Time Trekking in Nepal
A plan was brewing some six months back. We, a group of five — all childhood friends from the same school, were busy hatching a plan for the Feb-March trekking. Our self-declared guide Bishnu, who, as we later found out, was as clueless about the route as the rest of us other than having the credentials of having seen it on the Google map, decided the route. Birethanti to Ghandruk. Three days of walking. One day to travel by car to Birenthanti and one day to come back to Kathmandu. In total, five days.
By peregrine treks5 years ago in Wander
How to Spend a Week in Singapore
Singapore is often cited as an expensive destination. It is true that the nation has a sheen of wealth, but Singapore has something more than just luxury hotels, fine dining and shopping malls. There's also a historical and cultural ambience alongside nature parks and family-friendly attractions.
By Peaushan Devanarayana5 years ago in Wander
