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How We Cause Damage by 'Helping'
I am writing to you from the shelter of a veranda in a rural Ugandan village, where the current rainstorms and bellowing thunder are drowning out my thoughts. This is my fourth month living in Uganda, with four remaining. Uganda is incredible, with many of my pre-empted dreams sparked to life with more beauty than I expected. The clay-red roads, I wash it from my feet and sandals every evening. The vast array of plants, I rest in their shade, and smell their lushness after the rains. The wildlife, I listen to its constant chatter night and day.
By Elle White 7 years ago in Wander
7 Healthy Hiking Snacks to Fuel You on the Trails
Are you looking forward to some hiking time with your friends or family? It is surely going to be a great day out there in the open and in an elevated trail. If you are planning to go out and breathe some air after a busy week, you should start thinking of the best way for you to enjoy your time hiking. Food and water are vital in keeping yourself energized as you go for an adventure. Aside from preparing your stamina and strengthening your muscles by jogging and training before the hiking day, you should also start making a list of healthy and energizing foods that you can bring.
By Joshua Elizetxe7 years ago in Wander
The 10 Best Ways to Learn a Foreign Language Fast
If you have a trip coming up and you're looking for ways to learn a foreign language fast, there are plenty of tools, memorization tactics, apps, and courses you can use to accomplish your goal. It's exciting to see the world and visit a completely new and different place, but interacting with the native speakers there might be intimidating.
By Trish Gilmore7 years ago in Wander
10 Strangest Roadside Attractions on Route 66
When it was first created, Route 66 was a groundbreaking concept. It was a staple of American culture, a perfect road for cross country travel, and a historic site in its own right. Though many parts of Route 66 are now falling into disrepair, it's still an incredibly popular stretch of road to traverse.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Wander
How One Solo Trip Abroad Changed My Outlook on Life
Last summer, I booked flights for a group trip to Tokyo with some of my uni friends. It was the most expensive and exciting trip I'd ever booked, and I couldn't wait to explore Japan with my buds. Except nothing is ever quite that simple with me, is it? I had booked myself as 'Katie' instead of the name on my passport, which is 'Katherine.' Yup. We tried everything we could to fix it and get me to Japan, but that one little mistake was a deal breaker. Devastated is an understatement.
By Katie Gaster7 years ago in Wander
The Best Gear for Winter Camping
Okay, unpopular opinion time. Winter is my favorite season! I don’t need your stare right now. I just need you to know that somehow the sky is a lot clearer on winter nights, snow makes everything still, and we’re reminded of the strength life possesses even in the direst of circumstances. This makes for a promising and very rewarding camping trip.
By Michelle Estevez7 years ago in Wander
Three Stories of Hidden or Lost Treasure
There are many unsolved mysteries of lost treasures, mines, and shipwrecks that leave the mind baffled and with an urge to get out and explore. Many people around the world set out and search for these hidden treasures, but few find what they are looking for and many perish. There is hidden treasure all over the world. There may be hidden treasure right in your very own backyard. Who knows? Here is a list of some of the world's most famous unfound treasures that I found pretty amusing,
By Felicia Morrow7 years ago in Wander
Wellness Travel Trends to Follow in 2019
With 2018 finally behind us, it’s time to look forward and see what 2019 will bring us. And there is a lot to look forward to in the field of travel and wellness—and the best of all, the combination of the two. Long past are the times when traveling merely involved looking at tourist attractions; nowadays, travelers are looking for something more. Whether it’s an unforgettable journey off the beaten path or experiencing spiritual rejuvenation at a magical resort, people have realized how important it is to keep our mental well-being in check, and they are coming up with new, amazing wellness travel trends. Here are some of those you should know of.
By Nina Simons7 years ago in Wander
Best Free Galleries and Museums of Paris. Top Story - February 2019.
As an art-lover who moved from London to Paris, one of the biggest adjustments I've had to make is how frequently I visit art galleries and museums. Unlike London, beacon of free culture, many of Paris' iconic galleries; such as the Louvre, Musée D'Orsay, and Jeu de Paume, sans gratis. Except for the first Sunday of the month, when most galleries open their doors to visitors, for free!
By Emma Styles7 years ago in Wander
Most Amazing Hiking Trails in Australia
Australia is a wonderful country for many reasons and one of those reasons is definitely the opportunity we have to enjoy amazing hikes in the wild and admire unique landscapes. Many tourists around the world come to Australia specifically to experience its incredible hiking trails. Even if you haven't considered trying something like that so far, maybe this list of most amazing Aussie hiking trails will change your mind:
By Nina Simons7 years ago in Wander
