Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Wander.
The Pro's & Cons of Hitchhiking
I have wanted to write a biography about my life for many years however attempting to get a life down on paper (or in this case a computer) is a formidable task, placing faces, names and locations along with their corresponding dates proved to be too much for my old brain to cope with.
By Phill Ross6 years ago in Wander
Even In the Rain
ZANSKAR “People live longer who cry,” Valerie said as she put her arm around me with a strong squeeze. This grey-haired stranger said the most perfect, comforting words. I sobbed in the dining room of a warmly dilapidated hotel, at 11,300 feet of altitude, in one of the most remote regions of the world.
By Zoe Krasney6 years ago in Wander
That Time I Ended Up in a Nepalese Drug Den
I was in a courtyard. There was no ceiling. I had arrived here by tunnel, obviously. The walls were indented with booths, like a Mos Eisley Cantina. There wasn’t much here, but there were a fuck-tonne of drug dealers. Shady characters hunched over shady tables, making shady deals, in their shady enclaves. It was a stinking pile of villainous scum.
By Ethan Taylor6 years ago in Wander
Cyber Trip To Puerto Rico
If you're reading this right now odds are pretty high that you've been sitting at home, wearing your most comfortable outfit for too many days in a row, wishing that you could be anywhere besides your bed or couch. Don't worry I'm not passing any judgement, I'm right there with you. As a matter of fact, we're all right there with you. How's the popular saying go? "We're in this TOGETHER." Let's be honest though, we're all ready to get out of this together ASAP. Being confined to your home never really sounds like a good time but I'm here to provide you with a temporary escape. No need to pack your bags or worry about the stress of taking a trip to the airport, I'll be bringing this vacation to YOU. I hope you don't have too many plans this week because we're about to take a cyber trip to Puerto Rico to explore my favorite slice of paradise.
By Nicole Kay Clark6 years ago in Wander
The Tomorrowland Problem:Part 1
When it opened in 1955, Tomorrowland was one of the original four cardinal realms of Disneyland. (The others were Frontierland, Fantasyland and Adventureland.) Walt Disney's plan was for this land to represent "A vista into a world of wondrous ideas signifying mans achievements."
By Sean Callaghan6 years ago in Wander
30 Examples of Stunning Architecture Around the World
1. Burj Khalifa, Dubai "The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest man-made structure in the world!" This stunning building in Dubai brings in tourists from around the world seeking the stunning architecture that can be found here. Of course, beyond this epic building Dubai has so much to offer the eager traveler. Dubai has a long, and complex story of it's upbringing. Despite it's tribulations, it cannot be denied, it is FULL of stunning architectural pieces.
By Faith Summer6 years ago in Wander
The Stereotypical Travel Bucket List. Top Story - April 2020.
We all want to travel. Everyone has somewhere they want to see, experience, and explore. Funny thing is, those of us "travellers at heart" have quite a few places in common. Actually, we have a lot of places in common, enough to make a list. ;)
By Faith Summer6 years ago in Wander
13 Insanely Cool Movie Locations
We all love travelling. Would you travel though, to see the location of where your all time favourite movie was filmed? Here are a few movies along with their filming locations that are wildly popular for their natural beauty and prime backgrounds.
By Faith Summer6 years ago in Wander
Loving the Color of Nature
Mother Nature is the grand creator. From the bountiful trees that produce the oxygen we desperately need to breathe, the river and streams we drink, foods we eat, and medicine we use to treat. She bestows upon us the gift of life, despite the unappreciation and mistreatment from the humans she graciously supports. Selflessly, nature continues to provide everything we need to survive and thrive.
By Kimberly M. Lincoln, Ph.D.6 years ago in Wander
Great Louisville Neighborhoods for People Who Love to Walk
What are the best Louisville neighborhoods for homeowners looking for neighborhoods where they can rely on their car less or just get out, enjoy some fresh air, and get some more physical activity in by walking? Check out the list below for and discover popular Louisville neighborhoods among walkers.
By Tammy Emineth6 years ago in Wander
Over-Tourism: An irreparable damage to Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu was built around 1450 and the magnificence of its location nestled among the slopes of the Andes-Jungle of Peru, made it listed among the 7 wonders of the world (Brodersen, 2016). After its rediscovered in 1911, for many years it preserved the natural and authentic infrastructures: no ladders, no signs, no repaired roofs and completely pathless. It remained authentic and magnificent until UNESCO declared Machu Picchu a World Heritage Site in 1983, capturing the attention of international and local stakeholders (UNESCO, 2012).
By Maria Paz Universe6 years ago in Wander
