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BagoBago: A Review of the Travel Backpack Chair
I’m a very active person. Yes, I do work out, but not as much as I commute to the city, travel, go on road trips, hike, and other activities that get me so tired out. Ever since I came across BagoBago backpack chair, my active moments aren’t as tiring anymore.
By Patricia Sarkar8 years ago in Wander
Best Places to Visit in Calistoga
One of the most relaxed and still relatively rural places in the Napa Valley has long been Calistoga. At the top of this narrow valley, the charming town has long been a refuge for long weekends, wine tasting and mud baths (both traditional and cutting edge).
By Liza Zimmerman8 years ago in Wander
The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond
Imagine you’re living somewhere a bit lacklustre, like a very average and grungy flat in a bland bit of Glasgow. You’re not within easy walking distance of many super nice things and every time you go out, you see a shitload of rubbish, and well, shit. Because weirdly, people just let their dogs use the pavements as toilets and don’t bother to clean it up. Come on people!
By Megan Hemmings8 years ago in Wander
Guinness Storehouse . Top Story - December 2017.
When I started looking into what I wanted to do when I get to Dublin I immediately wanted the Storehouse. Why, you ask, since you don't drink or even LIKE any beer at all, ever? Well, I like the stories, and I wanted to do some of the more traditional (ie: touristy nowadays) Irish stuff I could- drinks, dancing, and history.
By Katie Werthmann8 years ago in Wander
Flint, Michigan
When I think of home, I think of where my family, friends, and roots are. And home to me is Flint, Michigan. What can I say about Flint? It is where I was born, where most of my family are, and where I have memories. I remember all the places I would go to with my cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. I lived with my grandma for six or seven years, then I moved to Texas for a better life. But there are things that I miss about Flint. I miss the fun parks, visiting my family, and most definitely the places to eat there. For example, Angelo's Coney Island had the best coney dogs in the world. Especially when you wash them down with some pop (soda). Halo Burger, when I say they have some of the most delicious juicy burgers, MAN!! It gave me heartburn, but it was so worth it at the end. And last but not least, WHITE CASTLE!!! Those tiny burgers are the bomb. I can eat eight of them and still be hungry.
By Shante Hernandez8 years ago in Wander
What to Ride: Magic Kingdom
Most people's dream vacation, located in the theme park capital of the world, Disney World has something for everyone. Here is a list for you first timers, as well as you park veterans, something to help you check off the big hitters and to plan your busy day.
By Connor Mountford8 years ago in Wander
Marketing Abroad Travels to African Americans
There are a number of companies who are narrowing in on changing the experiences of young Americans of color. Now more than ever, American students are going abroad for education. Even TV, film, and social media are reinforcing traveling for leisure being a part of the young American experience. And as studies have shown, going abroad builds confidence, promotes cultural sensitivity, and provides a competitive edge in the age of rapid globalization. Just like those other companies hopping on the equal access bandwagon, it's time for travel companies to consider following suit.
By C Alexandra8 years ago in Wander
Where to Experience Floor-to-ceiling Panoramic Views of Toronto, Canada?
Before arriving in Toronto I made sure to look at different interesting things to do. You'd be surprised to know that Toronto is full of fun on every corner. After googling I came across The World's Tallest Tower. It is also the very place that well-known rapper Drake took his famous picture for his album "Views" that dropped in 2016. So I know you must be curious about what tower I'm referring to and it is the LA CN Tower. This tower is famously known as the tallest tower and is acknowledged by Guinness World Records for being the tallest tower. I was informed that the CN Tower stands at 1500 feet. In order to get to the top of the tower you must take an elevator, well, of course, I'm sure no one would want to take the stairs. Imagine having to walk up 1,776 stairs. Sheesh, I'm tired even thinking about it. When I was getting on the elevator it was over 15 people bundling up in order to fit. The bottom of the elevator floor was made of glass, and as I was going up the elevator my ears popped due to the height of elevation and speed of the elevator. Ultimately once you step off the elevator you reach the floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows which are breath-taking. I was able to see my hotel, Lake Ontario, and many other buildings right from where I stood. The sun was setting so it was perfect. I spent about 30 minutes just taking in the view. The only thing I didn't care for was all the traffic it can be hard capturing photos due to everyone trying to capture the same view or just sharing the space of staring in amazement. After overlooking the city I took another few steps down the stairs where the glass floor was. The glass floor was cool but difficult to capture photos of including yourself. There also was an outside view beyond the glass windows when I stepped outside I was consumed by wind it was EXTREMELY cold. I think the coolest thing to me was that at night time the tower changes colors. The best time to experience the tower would be at night. It was a cool experience but that was it I expected to see more of the tower after the glass floor, but unfortunately that was not the case unless you pay extra to experience the edgewalk. The edgewalk is where visitors walk in a group of six and are harnessed to an overhead safety rail via a trolley. The participants are allowed to lean off the edge of the tower with nothing but air and breathtaking views of Lake Ontario beneath them. Which could be very scary for most people but very reviving for others. Within the tower, there is the 360 restaurant that allows guest to have lunch or dinner while overlooking Toronto. The CN Tower also has its own wine brewery in the inside. My experience at the CN Tower was pretty cool I was expecting more but the amazing view kind of made up for that. Toronto by itself was amazing and I wouldn't change anything. I would advise anyone to take a trip to Toronto it's well worth it. Being in the sky made me appreciate the beauty of the busy world we live in every day. Experiencing the CN Tower made me feel special and alive to be apart of a place full of beauty and overlooking such greatness. I feel like I made a great decision picking the CN Tower as a must-see spot on my to-do list while in Toronto.
By Krystal Norris8 years ago in Wander
My Australia
I love Australia. I mean, I reeeeeeally love Australia. My parents are second and third generation Aussie, of British, Irish and Scandinavian descent. But I wasn’t born on Australian soil. My father served in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), and I joined my family via a Chinese hospital in Hong Kong. I was six months old when I sailed home for the first time.
By Jen Cooper8 years ago in Wander
