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How to Travel for Less Than $500
Traveling doesn’t have to be crazy expensive and there are many ways that people have found to travel the world with little money. I could tell you hundreds of ways to save money on traveling, but instead, I will show you how I recently traveled on a budget and was able to travel for less than $500. This story begins when I asked a friend of mine to travel with me a few months ago. We wanted to go somewhere cool, but cheap since we were both a bit tight on money. After all of our planning and budgeting, we were able to travel to Portland, Oregon from Phoenix, Arizona for less than $500 a person. Let me break down exactly how we were able to do this.
By Dani Hendrix6 years ago in Wander
How to Get Cheaper Flights
Traveling can be expensive, and the biggest cost of traveling tends to lie within the price of an airline ticket. Domestic flights on average are a few hundred dollars, and flights out of the country can be priced at $1,000 or more depending on the destination. If you have traveled before, and like to save money, then you know how tiring it can be searching for hours on end to find the cheapest flights. There are countless search engines, all with empty promises and fluctuating prices. Let’s face it, the process of finding cheap flights can be exhausting and overwhelming. Here are some fantastic tips to help you book the next flight that can save you frustration, time, and above all else, money.
By Dani Hendrix6 years ago in Wander
Noodling
At a table. All dark wood, sanded smooth, finish shiny. I would sit. Whiling away a morning. Or afternoon. Or both. In the days before you arrived. Why not? The beer was cold. And plentiful. The noodles were some of the best in the city. The staff accommodating. Quick to learn your preferences. That kind of place.
By Greg Anderson6 years ago in Wander
One Week in Ireland - Travel Guide
I have never visited a place as beautiful or as memorable as Ireland. I will never forget driving down the coastline, walking into Irish pubs, hearing Irish accents from locals, and watching hundreds of sheep walk along miles of green, rolling hills. Traveling to Ireland was a last minute decision for my family, but one of the best decisions we ever made.
By Dani Hendrix6 years ago in Wander
The Top 10 Rules of Life Only Gained Through Traveling
Traveling has made me who I am. There is no way around it; no sugarcoating it. The greatest and hardest lessons I’ve learned are all from my time spent abroad. I have a wanderlust soul, and in this, I have been given a different view on life. Upon reflection, I have decided to narrow down everything I have learned into the top 10 rules of life only gained through traveling.
By Kenna Carlson6 years ago in Wander
Why Capsule Hotels Are a Good Idea
If you don't know what a capsule hotel is; it's basically a fancy hostel where, instead of sleeping in bunk beds, you sleep in a literal capsule together with 20-40 other people (all in individual capsules of course, not in the same one). All other areas such as the bathrooms are shared, but most capsule hotels do offer individual shower rooms to keep guests as comfortable as possible. In most of these hotels, it is also common to separate men from women, which is also common in hostels. This concept originated in Japan, and has since become popular all over Asia and Europe.
By E DM6 years ago in Wander
Iceland: What NOT to Do
Iceland is a beautiful country, with friendly wonderful people. Though, like any place, there are things that locals hate. There are also things that as a tourist, you should avoid. So here ya go.
By Claire's Cowboy Hat6 years ago in Wander
How to Survive a Long Flight
I have never met anyone who actually enjoys long flights. I’m not talking about flights that last a few hours where you can read a good book or get some work done on your laptop. No. I’m talking about flights that last eight hours or more. I have lost count of how many times I’ve been on flights that last 6-9 hours, but my longest flight to date was a whopping 12 hours. For some, this is their worst nightmare, and I get it. You may feel trapped, your legs get sore, and you might start to feel a bit anxious. Without further ado, here are my ten tips for how to survive a long-haul flight.
By Dani Hendrix6 years ago in Wander
Planning a Multi-Person Trip
Over the years, we have taken many multi-person trips, whether it is just us and the kids, travel with friends, or even family reunions that have multiple families coming together to a fun destination. We've had them go smoothly and we've had a few that were... well... not so smooth. I've learned a lot about planning these getaways—here are three of my top tips:
By Jennah Mitchell6 years ago in Wander
The Fine Weather on Canary Islands
Over the past two decades, the Canary Islands have been one of the primary holiday destinations for Europeans seeking warmer winter weather, without having to travel too far.
By Katarina Vancroft7 years ago in Wander
Welcome to Yorubaland
The Yoruba are a diverse group of people who are united under a common language, religion, and cultural unity. Yorubaland (Early History: Pre-1500 to the Pre-Colonial Period: 1500-1800) was a country located in present-day southwest Nigeria, West Africa.
By Darryl C. Richie7 years ago in Wander
Top 5 Maximum Productivity and Relaxation Destinations for Freelancers
Freelancing has become the freest and most wanted work option in the world. It invokes a certain lifestyle nobody else can afford and, most of all, freedom. People who work only from their laptops can do the job basically anywhere in the world. It’s not exactly the same as being constantly on vacation, but you can organize your time well enough to satisfy all your tourist needs and desires. This is awesome, and everyone envies these people and wishes to be like them. Nevertheless, the term digital nomad has arisen due to this exact profession, and there are actually some specific locations that are particularly convenient for these people. So, if you’re lucky enough to have this degree of freedom, see some of the suggestions for ideal freelancers’ destinations.
By Marie Nieves7 years ago in Wander