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Marfa, Texas: The Bewitchingly Creative Desert Town
Marfa is an anomaly of creative liberalism embedded in conservative West Texas. A six hour drive from Austin, this tiny town is surrounded by flat, bleached out ranches, endless road, and open desert. The clash of industrial spaces, old-world Texas charm, and minimalist architecture sit beside a colour palette of pastel shades of pink and blue.
By E. Ballon7 years ago in Wander
A Quick Guide for First-Time Expats in South Korea
There are different reasons why people become or choose to be an expatriate (or expat). Common reasons include: studying abroad, job relocation, they’ve met the love of their life who prefers to live somewhere else, some have fallen in love with a specific place and decided to live there, or maybe a mix and match of these. For my case, I moved to South Korea to pursue my Doctoral degree and I have been living here since February 2015. South Korea’s known reputation as one of the world’s biggest investors in research made me think there was nothing else I needed to consider but that. Although, there are some things I wish I knew before moving to South Korea. (Check out my previous post about it on my personal website.) A lot of information is available online but in this blog, I’d like to briefly summarize them to make it more accessible to first-timers. So here’s a quick guide to help you prepare for your own expatriation:
By Cil Borlaza7 years ago in Wander
5 Magical Reasons to Visit South America
If you’re trying to plan your next vacation and aren’t sure what to do, consider South America. It’s a gorgeous continent full of history, incredible landscapes, and exciting adventures.
By Claire Peters7 years ago in Wander
Hiking in USA: Best Tricks and Treks
Have you become a slave to technology? Do you spend more time staring at your phone, or a computer than looking at a clear blue sky? Do days go by without you even leaving your home? If you are looking for a way to reconnect with nature, and get back to your roots, hiking is a perfect solution. Not only will you get an excellent workout, but you will also instantly feel calmer and less anxious. Hiking is nothing like walking around the city, and is oftentimes unpredictable. Therefore, make sure you are prepared for any kind of situation, so you don’t get caught off guard. Whether you decide to go deep into the mountains, or stay somewhere close to your house, these guidelines will help you have a pleasant experience.
By Victoria Lim7 years ago in Wander
10 San Antonio Day Trips You Don’t Want to Miss This Summer!
Considered one of the lone star state’s top tourism cities, San Antonio has plenty to offer for both residents and visitors. Yet, it’s also nice to get away and go on a spontaneous trip somewhere fun. With summer right around the corner, I’ve compiled this list of 10 places you don’t want to miss visiting around San Antonio.
By Ahmed A.7 years ago in Wander
5 Useful Tips for Budget Travelers in Seoul
As a budget traveler, I appreciate nifty travel guides that can help me make the most out of every trip I do. I’ve lived in South Korea for a little over two years already and traveled to Seoul many times that I’ve lost count. And being an expat, you learn to take note of relevant tips here and there for your next visit. Here’s a list of tips that I often tell my friends who plan to visit Seoul.
By Cil Borlaza7 years ago in Wander
Everest Base Camp
Base camp was difficult physically AND emotionally. It's taken quite some time to process, recover, and be able to eloquently articulate why I chose to do this bat shit crazy thing and just how bloody hard it was. And, how something else much bigger, was even harder. Here is my story.
By Jordana 💋7 years ago in Wander
5 Things That I Experienced in My Exchange in Germany
All though there are a lot of things that I can say about the exchange, these are the first that jump into my mind when I think about my exchange year.
By Andrea L7 years ago in Wander
Ten Tourist Destinations Outside of Seoul
With the perfect blend of modern and traditional culture, Seoul has been one of the must-see tourist destinations in the world. But there’s a lot more to see in the land of the morning calm, here’s a worth-the-trip list of tourist destinations outside of Seoul.
By Cil Borlaza7 years ago in Wander
Evergreen and Grey. Top Story - April 2019.
Surrounded by irregularly stacked houses made mostly of reddish-orange cinder blocks topped with makeshift roofs, the more affluent areas of Caracas are always reminded that poverty is just a breath away. With creatively wired electricity, these houses, known as ranchos, twinkle like stars, and their orange glow greeted my arrival to Venezuela in 2001. Though it was one of the most beautiful sights I had ever seen, I was too scared to appreciate it at the time.
By Evergreen & Grey7 years ago in Wander
The Underwater World of Hawaii
The sheer beauty of the underwater world and the elated feeling you get while exploring tropical waters attract so many people to this fabulous destination each year. When you include breathtaking beaches and amusing boat-tours in the equation, the solution will present itself. This is a place that you have to visit.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Wander
What Is Mackinac Island Famous For?
Located in Michigan, Mackinac Island is a popular destination for travelers looking to enjoy the outdoors that the state has become synonymous with. Located between Michigan’s lower peninsula and upper peninsula, the island, accessible by ferry, is full of beautiful vistas and romantic excursions. But, that’s not all you can do when you make a trip to Mackinac. With a variety of local restaurants and places to stay, you’re sure to feel at home when you visit Mackinac Island. Plus, there are plenty of annual events to keep you coming back, year after year.
By Claire Peters7 years ago in Wander