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The Illusive Pink Flannel Flower
In December 2019, Australia was on fire. My little hometown of Lithgow NSW is situated at the base of the Blue Mountains, nestled in the valley. Anywhere you stand in town, you are greeted with the view of a mountain in the distance. We are surrounded and it's a lovely, tranquil aspect. Until it burns.
By Jessie Waddell5 years ago in Wander
How to Travel Around the World with a Baby
You may have been advised against travelling to far off destinations with a baby or heard horror stories of misbehaving babies on planes; don't let such things deter you from taking your baby on your travels because it can be done and enjoyed too! Here are some insights on what to keep in mind that will help make the trip unforgettable for all the right reasons.
By Ayodha Ushani5 years ago in Wander
5 reasons why Netherlands is a good place to settle down
Netherlands is seriously underrated when considering settling down in another country. Most people only think of it a plain Dutch country that might have a language barrier and not be comfortable enough to live in. But let us tell you that this is such a farce. Netherlands is one of the best places you can move to in order to settle down either by yourself or with a family. You can speak English anywhere in the country, but Dutch is also a beautiful and fairly easy language to learn. Here, we present to you 5 significantly important reasons why you should consider settling down in Netherlands.
By Jolie Andre5 years ago in Wander
Sippy cup
Sarah resisted the urge to glance down at her watch. As she sat on the bench in front of her apartment complex, idly wondering at the passers-by, she knew it must have crept well past 5, their agreed-upon time, but she’d sent him a text before she’d come outside to confirm that he still intended on picking her up, and had yet to receive a reply. She was hesitant to send the confirmation message, her finger wavering over the send button for longer than she’d like to admit before she made the move to press it; the guy that was presently occupying her mind seemed so casual about the whole arrangement that she’d not wanted to scare him away with any sense of urgency.
By R.D. Tollak5 years ago in Wander
Always Buy Coffee in Ukraine
It was impossible to drive above ten miles per hour on the road leading into eastern Ukraine from the Slovakian border. Each new mile of road brought potholes of worsening depth and diameter. The suspension on our white Peugeot minivan was being subjected to a cruel test of stamina. If the roads continued like that, I wasn’t so sure if we’d make it to our hotel that night. And, night was fast approaching after being harassed at the border by officials at the border. Despite not being able to converse with them, apart from charades and google translate, they found reason to keep us hostage in a brown room for two and a half hours.
By Raisin Brazon5 years ago in Wander
I Traveled for 101 Days and This Is What I Learned
In 2018, I put my essentials in a backpack and went traveling across Eastern Europe. For 101 days, I crossed the borders of 14 countries, slept in countless hostels, met incredible people, and learned immensely — about the world, travel, and myself.
By Diana Bernardo5 years ago in Wander
Everest Base Camp Trek - Himalayan Frozen Adventure
Everest Base Camp trek is the pinnacle of all treks in Nepal. This trek lasts for about 16 days, and it will take to the lap of the World’s highest mountain, Mount Everest. The Everest Base Camp trekking will not only let explore the unperturbed trails, but it gives a deeper insight into the prevailing culture and traditions of the Khumbu region. We have designed our Everest base camp trek itinerary incorporating enough rest days in between the trek to make the journey successful. Everest Base Camp Trek package will present breath-taking views of Himalayan mountains like Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Thamserku (6,623 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Nuptse (7,861 m), Mt. Makalu (8,481 m), Mt. Kongde (6,187 m), Mt. Pumori (7,161 m), and many others. Take EBC Trek if you want to experience the true magic of Everest.
By Himalayan Frozen Adventure5 years ago in Wander
Even during the pandemic, Finland continues to be the happiest country in the world.
Finland is the world’s happiest country in the year of the pandemic, according to the special World Happiness Report 2021 ranking, published by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
By Jair Ribeiro5 years ago in Wander
