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A Traveler's Guide to Washington DC
The capital of the United States, traveling to and in it, can be a daunting task. You may have questions about what to do, what's a ripoff, and how to not waste your day in a museum.
By Benjamin Pla8 years ago in Wander
The Autobiography of a Nobody Pt. 4
There was something strange about Thailand that stood out immediately to me, and once again it involved meal times. Every time we sat down to eat, whether it be at breakfast, lunch or dinner, we were never offered a knife. Everything we ate had to be with a fork and a spoon. I never did discover why this was, nor did I have a problem with it, but it was something odd worth noting. Imagine trying to eat your morning sausage and eggs with a spoon.
By Martyn Snow8 years ago in Wander
3 Reasons to Begin Vagabonding Now
If I had a nickel for every time somebody told me that they wanted to travel the world, I'd have been retired by the time I was ten.
By Dan Carpenter8 years ago in Wander
8 Must See Places in Rome. Top Story - April 2018.
1. The Trevi Fountain Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Trevi Fountain is a true masterpiece. It's truly relaxing to sit under the 26 meter tall fountain and take in the incredible craftsmanship. The fountain is built upon an ancient water source, the Acqua Vergine. The design of the fountain we see today was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1730 and completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762. This ancient fountain is truly incredible as you walk up one of the many side streets leading to the fountain, you begin to hear the sound of rushing water and suddenly in front of you is this stunning fountain. No trip to the Trevi Fountain would be complete without tossing a coin into the fountain and some Italian gelato from one of the surrounding parlors. I highly recommend the near by gelato shop Venchi. With chocolate running down the wall behind the counter and a choice of the most delicious flavours of gelato you could think of, Venchi is my personal favourite. Take some gelato from Venchi and relax whilst taking in the beautiful Trevi fountain. The fountain is even more of a spectacle at night, with lights shimmering over the water the fountain after the suns gone down is something not to miss.
By Beth Rose8 years ago in Wander
Volunteering Overseas
So what is VSO? Or Voluntary Services Overseas? Well, it’s exactly what it says on the tin; serving as a volunteer in another overseas from your home country. This kind of volunteering is usually associated with third world countries, but in fact, it can happen anywhere in the world, and I did mine in Japan. And you don’t necessarily need experience or special skills. You can literally volunteer to do anything, work-wise.
By John A. Cole8 years ago in Wander
The First of Many to Come
Moving to London has been the start of fueling my need to see as may cultures and countries as possible, and now that I have ignited this fire, I doubt it will ever go away. Over nine days, I traveled to three different locations: Milan, Amsterdam, and Berlin. Even though I only had a small amount of time in each location, I attempted to throw myself at every possible attraction.
By Alarna Chivers8 years ago in Wander
How It Feels to Touch the Clouds
Growing up, have you ever wondered what it feels like to fly? Or what it feels like to touch a cloud? I did, but I was also scared of heights. I refused to ride in an airplane and was even terrified to ride roller coasters. So how did I become one of these crazy people that jump out of airplanes, you ask? Well, sit back and enjoy my tale.
By Ashlee Brock8 years ago in Wander
Visiting New York City
I was lucky enough to travel to New York in September for my 21st birthday but while I was there, there were a few things that I wish someone had told me, so here I am, telling you lot!
By Becky Stanway8 years ago in Wander
The Big Picture: City Life
Highrises. That’s all there is to it. Downtown San Diego is quite the place; so many different personalities it’s hard to find somewhere to start. How about the girl in the pink jacket? She doesn’t look like she lives here. What about that jogger over there? He’s moving way too fast! The group of guys that just came out of the restaurant? Too intimidating. How about we try the lady walking her dog? Perfect.
By Sophie Cloonan8 years ago in Wander
As a Woman, I Take Pride in My Historical Patchwork Quilt
"It’s no-thing, not no-uhn. Abbie, how do you say it?” My relaxed spring day has been interrupted, not by the chirping of birds or the mowing of grass, but by a debate that has plagued my multi-dialectal house for almost a decade. I respond to my step-father with the reply I always give when I am asked, as if one day the answer will change: I say ‘no-uhn’. Despite my honesty, I am met with a look I can only describe as the parental ‘I’m not angry, just disappointed’ glare. “But that’s wrong! There’s a ‘T.’” My mum returns fire as I play the part of an umpire in an impassioned verbal tennis match. “It’s wrong to you, but that’s the way we say it, so it’s right!”
By A. Andrews8 years ago in Wander
Homestays: The New Family I Made in Tanzania
The people we connect with are often the very foundation of our existence. Everything we see shapes our perception, but some experiences and connections will take precedent. While volunteering in Tanzania, I had the chance to meet many special people who touched my heart, changed how I saw the world, and whose time I was fortunate enough to share and will be treasured forever. This article is about my host family, the Gwabas, who I had the pleasure of staying with for three months during my placement, and who are certainly some of those special people.
By Amy Lewis8 years ago in Wander
My Top Airplane Hacks for Flying Internationally
After already taking six flights this calendar year, and wracking up a total of over 50 flights taken in my life, I've grown very familiar with spending long periods of time inside an airplane.
By Deia De Marco8 years ago in Wander