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Most recently published stories in Wander.
Gypsy for your Decade
Growing up in tiny, outback town in NSW, was what made me decide I wasn’t the same as anyone else around me. I’d sit there and watch as the girls fit into their “groups”. I’d sit there and dream about where all the planes flying above me, flew to. Wondered who I’d meet, who I’d be, the things I’d see and the problems I’d have to solve.
By Kate Moran6 years ago in Wander
How To Find The Cheapest Flights
The most intimidating part about travel seems to be the damage the flight costs can do to your wallet. Spending a large chunk of money at once can be scary… it’s honestly the most difficult part for me as well, and this is why I’ve done an extensive amount of research to find every aspect of buying a plane ticket that can cut the cost.
By Shawntelle Moncy6 years ago in Wander
Exploring Bali - What To See and Expect
Monkey Sanctuary, Ubud You can’t come to Bali and not go to the Monkey Sanctuary! This place is located in Ubud, the center of the island and is COVERED with monkeys. These monkeys do not seem to care how close you get to them and will come right up on you even. They are very laid back animals, even in other places of the island.
By Shawntelle Moncy6 years ago in Wander
Getaway
o When I went to the beach that day I felt some since of peace. Just hearing the sound of the waves crashing into each other over and over. Feeling the sun beam down on my skin. The cool ocean breeze that I felt over my skin. It was relaxing and rejuvenating. Knowing that this moment wouldn't last long was the last thing I wanted to think about. You could call it a getaway. That's what it felt like, a day trip with Me, Myself, and I. The beach was calming feeling the sand under my feet and between my toes was soothing enough. I stretched out a towel I brought with me and played down, using the backpack I brought as a cushion for my head. And so I layed there and gently closed my eyes, I inhaled and excelled deeply, in an attempt to relax and not think about anything. Calm my mind down. As I layed there my mind would start to wonder. Why couldn’t It be like this all the time I wish I didn’t have to leave. 1 day wouldn’t be enough, I would need a week on a beautiful beach or island away from any and everyone. I want to truly feel free, but as I take myself back to reality I realize I’m not where I want to be but I know what I must do. The true freedom that I want is within arms reach. This Getaway brought a lot of thoughts and at the same time it didn’t. With everything on my mind it was as if Those thoughts would disappear for a little while and all I have to think about is enjoying this moment on this beautiful day. Mind you it was December but that particular day felt like the spring. What I enjoyed the most was walking up to the water and watching it run over my feet. Just feeling the cold rush of water over my feet was amazing to me. Seeing the birds fly over was a good sight along with a beautiful clear sky. But I will be honest the birds did startle me at first. As I lied down and closed my eyes I could almost feel them flying right over me making there bird sounds. If you have seen this old school movie called “The Birds" then you know why I be a little paranoid. But as I digress the birds weren’t worried about me, they were too busy fighting over whatever food they found in the sand. It’s funny, anyone who was around the beach that day could see I was frightened. Oh well I thought. Let’s just get back to relaxing and calming your mind, besides…….. It’s a beautiful day I told my self. It wasn’t too hot or too cold but just right. All the sounds other then an occasional bird yelling, I know some would say chirping but my ears heard yelling in bird language. Ok let’s move on, back to the beach and the Sun oh yes the sun, the sun was a beautiful sight, I could feel its warmth beaming down on me. Its amazing to me how hot the sun is even from 93,000,000 millions miles away its warmth and light benefits us everyday. I know that seemed random but I get these thoughts that just pop into my head every day. But nevertheless it was a beautiful sight and as it got later, you could see the beautiful Sun set. The colors where amazing, seeing the mixture of orange and red along with a purplish tint, the sky its self could have been a painting. It was beautiful. I smiled at the sight of it. This getaway even though it was for only a day felt amazing, and I hope do it again on another beautiful day.
By jewel arises6 years ago in Wander
Antevasin. Top Story - January 2020.
So, you might be reading this upon reflection of your recent wanderlust adventures. Remembering those nights under skies and stars. Those passing days that mingled perfectly; its fulfilment and satisfaction based entirely around the square parameters of a city map in the palm of your hand. You are craving it again. To be out there in the wilderness, happily lost amidst the perfect chaos of it all. Where nobody knows who you are, nor do they care or expect anything from you but a passing smile on the streets of somewhere. Well let me tell you, that feeling that you keep homing in on constantly is not a negative one at all. It's your inner consciousness coming out, giving you a navigation to who you actually are. It’s as if the inner chemistry of your body repels the connections that it has already sought and lived through before; the paleo pull is dramatically pulling you elsewhere. But the question is to where, why and what is the journey like ahead for those who cannot remain in one place for too long?
By Fatima Elmusbahi6 years ago in Wander
