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Most recently published stories in Wander.
What Happens In Sapporo
After what seemed like forever, minus the amount of packing I had to do within a three days times, my parents and I finally landed in Sapporo, Japan. This was a bit exciting and depressing to me. All at once, I had to leave behind my friends and the place I grew up in since I was 6 years old in California. And I already started feeling homesick. I glanced over at my parents, who were still sound asleep until the flight attendant woke them up.
By Sabal Cloonan5 years ago in Wander
When I fell in love with Paris
Imagine 3 siblings conquering Paris together. All with completely different personalities. We will start with my younger sister. An introvert most of the time, intelligent and the kindest soul. When it comes to family, she is the middle man, the rock, and everyone’s savior. I am the middle child, and I am super outgoing. I am super OCD, like things to go a certain way. I try to be go with the flow, but fail. My older brother likes things a certain way as well. He is a history buff, medieval times nerd, and very serious. We do have many things in common: We are foodies, we all love traveling, and we all have a good sense of humor. With the "needing things a certain way," my sweet sister and some lovely french wine helped.
By Kaley Rutschman5 years ago in Wander
Fat Girl Travels
I couldn’t sleep. The first day I arrived in Greece, it was after midnight and I had slept almost the whole trip from the US. That was thanks in part to taking all of the advice from all of the people about how to do international travel having never set foot on a plane myself.
By Candice Lauree5 years ago in Wander
Italy, Here we come!
Ponte Vecchio (old bridge) - Florence, Italy Italy, Here we Come! A short story as experienced by Kerry & Yvonne Wilbraham . A genuine and authentic true story as experienced by Kerry & Yvonne Wilbraham during their residency in Florence and Tuscany, Italy during the early 1980's. Written by Yvonne M. Wilbraham
By Yvonne Wilbraham5 years ago in Wander
Freckles Abroad
“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” - Saint Augustine Those of you who know me, know I'll be spending a year in London and that I intend to spend my time wisely in the UK, studying and traveling. Adventuring, if you will. In fact, my adventures have already begun.
By Gabrielle R. Lamontagne5 years ago in Wander
10 Tips for Flying with Toddlers During a Pandemic
Wiping their slobbery hands on everything, picking their noses, ripping their masks off, eating dropped food off the ground, and people coughing all over them—THESE were my fears about flying with my twin toddlers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Michelle Joyner5 years ago in Wander
How to cross Europe in a van
So, I met my girlfriend in Southampton, England (my home town). I had recently returned from living in Bulgaria and she was studying as a film student in Southampton when we met. After a while, we decided to move in together. Everything was perfect. We lived together; worked together; basically did everything together. Until one day we, and the rest of the world, would be thrown into utter turmoil.
By Luke Mccarthy 5 years ago in Wander
Hidden Gems - New Zealand Fair edition!
Since moving to New Zealand back in March of 2020, before the pandemic of course. I have been on the hunt to try my best to do all the things that go off the beat and path! Sure tourist attractions are fun, but they can be crowded and over-done. I've made it an important mission to find hidden gems all across the country that could fit any sort of traveler!
By Sierra Lynn5 years ago in Wander
7 Best Pumpkin Patches in The Country
As fall starts to roll around again this year, we are so excited to take part in all of our favorite fall traditions and activities. From decorating our home to drinking a cozy hot drink from our local coffee shop, there's just something about the Fall season that makes us feel warm and happy inside. Above all those though, there's the time-honored tradition of going to a pumpkin patch, finding that perfect Jack-O-Lantern gourd, and maybe even picking up some apple cider or other fall goodies!
By Matthew Lundgren5 years ago in Wander
What kind of traveller are you? (Japan edition)
This article is written as a bit of comedic fun and shouldn’t accurately represent all the people who visit Japan on the regular! These are inspired from all the weird and wonderful personalities I came across when travelling Japan with One Life Adventures.
By Maddie Bradley5 years ago in Wander
