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10 Reasons Why You Should Visit County Donegal, Ireland's 'Hidden Gem'
If you ever have the chance to go to Ireland, you’ll have to include County Donegal on your itinerary. It’s wild, rugged, remote, and far removed from Ireland’s top tourist attractions. Visitors to Donegal enjoy its beautiful beaches, majestic mountains, and warm Irish welcome.
By Mike Ferry7 years ago in Wander
Why You Should Invest in a Charter Flight
The demand for private planes tends to fluctuate depending on the strength and stability of the global economy. Therefore, just before the financial collapse in 2008 the demand was at its all-time high, whereas it has suffered a severe drop (even by 34 percent) the next year. Nowadays, as things are looking up, the ratio seems to be improving, nonetheless, buying a plane is still an incredibly expensive and risky investment. Nonetheless, why would you do so when you can simply invest in a charter flight. Here are five advantages to this method that you need to know about.
By Audrey Taylor7 years ago in Wander
Color Factory: Bright or Dull?
Recently, my mother and I took a weekend trip to New York City. Unsure of what to do once we'd gone through the usual touristy adventures of Madame Tussaud's, Broadway, and Times Square, we went to trusty Maps on our phones and searched "Travel." Hotels, restaurants, and landmarks bombarded the screen (I mean, hello, it's NYC). But scrolling through, I found Color Factory listed and almost lost it! I couldn't believe I had forgotten to check out Color Factory. Trying to explain it to my mom, she didn't seem overly convinced that it would be worth the time and money, but what mother can resist her daughter when she's basically begging to go learn about art?
By Kristen Barenthaler7 years ago in Wander
Withstanding Jet Lag: Here Are 5 Travel Tips Before Leaving for Your Trip
When you go a long distance trip or a shaky or heightened one either on air or on the sea, you usually experience jet lag. It’s when you feel dizzy after getting off the plane or the ship. It’s when you still feel like you’re floating up there when your feet are already stepping on land. There’s a feeling that your body has not yet moved on from that long travel.
By Nicole Ann7 years ago in Wander
You've Seen All the 'Must-See' Spots in Paris—Now What?
The Eiffel Tower’s cool, I get it. The Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, Sacre Coeur—they’re famous hot spots for a reason. If you’re like me, you pay your tourist dues and visit these beautiful places, but you want something else to do other than to look at buildings. Here’s where I can help ... Below are five underrated places and experiences you should check out when you find yourself in the 'City of Love.'
By Molly Solorzano7 years ago in Wander
Germany at a Glance
Most people have a dream of traveling across Europe and seeing the differences in culture. After spending some time in Germany I wanted to give a perspective into some of the cultural differences between Germany and the United States.
By Charles Quinn7 years ago in Wander
Instagram or Instigator?
I’ve always had that pull to travel, to be somewhere else and experience something seemingly more exciting than wherever I currently am. Our individual world’s are so easily global—thank you, social media. The rise of international budget airlines help that, too. It’s easy to get caught up in the sparkle of travel, especially when we’re bombarded with perfectly captured, colored and curated images of the best moments abroad from all kinds of people on various social platforms.
By Molly Solorzano7 years ago in Wander
How Can a Single Woman Travel Safely?
It is possible for a lone woman to travel safely, provided certain precautions are taken. Potentially dangerous situations can be avoided while maximizing the joy and pleasure they can get out of their trips.
By Mariam Simmons7 years ago in Wander
In the Middle of the Nevada’s Desert Sits America’s Scariest Motel
Are you brave enough to sleep in a room full of clown images? Or walk through a lobby where thousands of clowns stare at you from shelves, tables, and chairs?
By Daria Bachmann7 years ago in Wander
5 Derelict Mansions of Northern Ireland
Ardavon House Built in the late 1800s by the deputy treasurer of County Antrim and former pawnbroker Samuel Trimble, and set in mature woodland, Ardavon retains its pillared entrance and many of its original Victorian features. The house (which surprisingly is not currently listed) and its 5.9 acres of grounds have, in recent years, been sold for a mere £2 million with permissions for building six additional dwellings on the land. However, despite work clearly having started on refurbishing the main house, the redevelopment of the site appears to now be at a halt and the house remains derelict and in a state of bad repair.
By Juliet W7 years ago in Wander
My Solo Trip To Croatia
Last summer, my time at university came to an end. All of a sudden I was an adult. I had responsibilities, real London rent to pay and work to do. It had been an intense few years in the city and I suddenly felt like I had been dropped into the world. For some reason, in a place of such uncertainty and instability, I decided it was the perfect time to run away and go on a solo trip I couldn't afford. I have a dangerous habit of diving into things without a second thought, but this was my biggest dive yet.
By Katie Gaster7 years ago in Wander
Five Places to Visit to Experience New Orleans Voodoo
Many people who visit New Orleans are interested in learning about its rich, vibrant cultural history. And, among those people are those interested in learning about a specific part of their history, New Orleans Voodoo.
By Denise Alvarado7 years ago in Wander