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Graz, Austria: Away from Vienna and the Alps
Austria is a country that attracts millions of tourists each year. For a country its size, it consistently attracts relatively high numbers of visitors who take in the Alps or make a possible city trip to the capital of Vienna or backdrop of the Sound of Music, Salzburg (Austrians have likely never seen this movie and are annoyed with its popularity). However, Austria has another hidden gem of a city outside the Alps and Vienna, nestled into the rolling green hills of Styria, Austria’s southwestern province. In 2018 I studied German in Graz, Austria’s second-largest city and capital of Styria. During this time, I traveled to 21 countries throughout Europe, but my heart remained in Graz. I’ll tell you what’s so special and enthralling about this Austrian city obscured by the crown jewel of Vienna to the north and the looming shadows of Alps in the west.
By Keegan Roembke7 years ago in Wander
Top Five Travel Destinations
5. Berlin, Germany Berlin will always have my heart. The mix of historical, post-war monuments and modern architecture, cool spots. Berlin is one of the most famous cities in the world for a reason. If you enjoy visiting museums there are plenty to choose from: The Old National Gallery, Pergamon, The Bode Museum, The New Museum. If you don't enjoy museums—no worries, there's so much more to do in Berlin. The Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg Palace and Park, The Rebuilt Reichstag are classics to see. If you want to take cool pictures, and enjoy a nice and very interesting walk go to the East Side Gallery—open-air gallery. If you are interested in history, don't forget to visit Berlin Wall Memorial and Checkpoint Charlie. If you feel like watching an incredible, breathtaking performance go to the Friedrichstadt Palast, and check the repertoire. Also, don't forget to visit some cool vintage stores! Restaurants in Berlin are just so good. So, if you run out of ideas—just go and eat something out.
By Marcel Grabowiecki 7 years ago in Wander
Future Changes to Saint George Street
Saint Augustine has been getting quite the boom it needs for a bustling tourist town. Despite the occasional and regular frequencies of destination weddings and school tours for educational trips, bachelor and bachelorette parties stumbling about from bar to bar, and the wonderful eau de homeless wandering the street, some areas of Saint George are getting the overlooked makeover they deserve. Here might be some of the future prospects of a tourist and local economy that deserve the best boom in decades.
By Heather Wilkins7 years ago in Wander
Five Best Tips for Traveling to British Columbia
British Columbia is one of the few true wilderness regions you can visit in North America, giving you the opportunity to enjoy numerous incredible sights from a sailboat, kayak, floatplane or while hiking. This is particularly true in the north, with BC offering untamed wilderness.
By Joseph Jones7 years ago in Wander
Musical Cities to Visit Across the US
Many music enthusiasts crave the adventure of seeing musical epicenters around the world. There are cities spread across the country with different backgrounds that can show you the diversity of music. From classical to modern and everything in between, here are six cities for you to visit.
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Wander
Visit England's Glorious Stately Homes
Explore these historic beauties... I absolutely love history, especially the history of England. One of my favourite activities is to go and explore England's stately homes that are bursting with history, which I absorb like a sponge! The history, the architecture, art, antiques, the grand gardens, I love it all!
By Hayley Dodwell7 years ago in Wander
Six Friendliest Cities in the World for Learning the English Language
English is a lingua franca of today, and it is almost a necessity to learn, at least some of it, to be able to communicate with people from around the world. Although standard language lessons can give you a basic understanding of language fundamentals, the best way to master it entirely is by immersion. Visiting cities and countries where English is the primary language will make you step out of your comfort zone, and compel you to start speaking it wherever you go. Any simple task, like going to the grocery store, bar, museum, or asking for directions will allow you to practice your skills. Moreover, you will simultaneously learn about those countries’ culture. How much you’ll absorb is only determined by the effort you are willing to make. So, here are six friendliest cities you should consider visiting if you wish to learn the English language:
By Leila Dorari7 years ago in Wander
A Day Trip to Franklin, Indiana
Really, traveling to Indiana? Are you sure? Isn't it just all corn? Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash Let’s be honest: Indiana does not sound like the greatest place for a vacation, or really any kind of travel. Pretty much whenever you see a picture of Indiana, it looks something like the photo above.
By Eleanor Good7 years ago in Wander
