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The Genius Idea of Stopovers in Warsaw
Normally I aim to spend anywhere from two to three hours between connecting flights at international airports before moving on promptly to my final destination. In the adventure my wife and I undertook, we had a stopover in Warsaw of a whopping seven-and-a-half hours **during the day**. There is no way any airport is so good to spend that much time there during the day, so we were definitely going to see the city. But was it worth it? Could we see something and get back to our connecting flight without being frazzled?
By Richard Soulliere6 days ago in Wander
10 Years Since... Snowboarding
10 Years ago I had my final ride in Freeride snowboarding, the sport I had given much of my early adulthood too, I had reached a semi professional level, sponsored by a European freeride snowboarding company, and I spent the most of my winters touring across Europe to compete in the Freeride World Tour.
By Malachai Hough6 days ago in Wander
Can I Drink the Tap Water in Morocco? By Morocco Family Vacation
One of the first questions travelers ask after landing in Morocco is a practical one: Can I drink the tap water here? The short answer is simple: most travelers should not drink tap water in Morocco, even though locals often do.
By Ariel Cohen7 days ago in Wander
Keep On Hiking In Africa
Africa is home to amazing mountain ranges such as Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, the Rwenzori Mountains, the Mahale Mountains, and much more. There is a lot of wildlife to see. Rocky summits to climb, mountain forests to admire, jungles to explore, and watering holes where animals take a drink of water.
By Rasma Raisters8 days ago in Wander
Small Town Beauty in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is known as “The Badger State.” The state has a diverse landscape with rolling hills, rocky bluffs, and forests. There are many rivers and streams and about 15,000 lakes. Wisconsin joined the Union in 1848 and features historical buildings, preserved town squares, and monuments reflecting the state’s history. The state also has a strong maritime heritage, especially along two Great Lakes—Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
By Rasma Raisters8 days ago in Wander
Away from the Crowds in North Carolina
Built by local artist Robert Mihaly, Castle Mont Rouge is located in Rougemont. The castle was built out of marble and cinder blocks, combining European and Middle Eastern architecture. The interior was left uncompleted when the artist’s wife died. Today the castle sits abandoned but is an interesting site to see and has recently become popular with graffiti artists.
By Rasma Raisters8 days ago in Wander
Unplug & Unwind: The Magic of Wayanad Camping. AI-Generated.
In a world that’s always buzzing—notifications, deadlines, traffic—there’s something incredibly healing about switching it all off. Wayanad is one of those rare places where unplugging doesn’t feel like a sacrifice; it feels like relief. Nestled deep in Kerala’s Western Ghats, Wayanad camping offers exactly what most of us are craving without even realizing it: quiet mornings, star-filled nights, and the freedom to simply exist.
By Aditi Khandelwal8 days ago in Wander
Kudremukh Trek: A Refreshing Escape into Nature. AI-Generated.
If you’ve been craving a break that feels slow, green, and genuinely refreshing, the Kudremukh trek is one journey you should keep on your list. Tucked away in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, Kudremukh is not about rushing to the top or chasing adrenaline. It’s about walking through silence, breathing clean mountain air, and letting nature gently reset your mind. This trek feels less like a challenge and more like a quiet conversation with the hills.
By Aditi Khandelwal8 days ago in Wander
