america
Travel from sea to shining sea; by car or by plane, there's plenty to see in the good ole US of A.
Washington DC on Film
Washington DC with all its grand monuments and stately architecture has always been a preferred setting for films over the decades. Over 200 movies of various categories, not simply political and historic films, have chosen to include much of the city's landmarks in their renowned scenes. For many, their first take a look at the United States capital is through a movie. Though much of the scenes in these movies were shot on sets recreating the exteriors of the country's capital and the interior of its structures, any movie enthusiast will still marvel and be surprised seeing the actual structures that made a few of these movie scenes remarkable. Chasing these sites seen in motion pictures and recreating a few of the scenes can be an enjoyable activity for your next family reunion in Washington DC.
By John Limbo5 years ago in Wander
The Island of Maui
I flew into Maui about a decade ago... It was an especially memorable time, here's why... The way the airport check-in staff look at you when they see your destination printed on the luggage tag. Believe me when I say that it can be a very jealous look; or perhaps even a look of envy. It might even make you laugh a little inside. This is especially the case if it happens to be the middle of winter (at a brisk twenty-five degrees below zero outside) when they catch of glimpse of your tag. Even still, you have the (roughly) six-hour flight over the pacific ocean, so don't get too excited just yet. This flight is made especially fun when you encounter delays or turbulence. Yet, when you’re trying to guess the halfway point (in nautical miles) between the mainland and the island — which, the pilot encourages, to keep the mood light and cheerful — there is an unmistakable air of adventure...
By Delusions of Grandeur 5 years ago in Wander
Travel Alaska
When most people think of Alaska, they think of the Northern Lights, icy glaciers, and bears. There are a lot more things in Alaska that people don’t know about. As America’s 49th state, Alaska has a lot of history, and adventure, for those hoping to make a trip in the future.
By Paige Welden5 years ago in Wander
My Beach Getaway
I’m blessed to have grown up in a family that traveled a lot. My parents both grew up in Saskatchewan and moved to Ontario for their occupations. All of their family stayed out west. Every other summer my family would pack up to drive out west. I have a lot of fond memories of those trips. My Dad was a University Mathematics professor and had to attend annual conventions. My siblings and I knew from the start that these family road trips ended when we got to the upper grades of high school. Some of the destinations I got to see were Disneyland, the Indy 500, and The Grand Ole Opry. The first time I ever went on a plane ride was an unforgettable experience. I was with a singing group that summer. We’d already traveled from British Columbia to Ontario by bus. They saved the best for the last week and a half of the summer in Brazil. My first flight was from Calgary to Brazil. Although I was a nervous wreck for my first flight, in time it became an adrenaline rush. Now when I plan a trip to a destination that I’m flying to, I count the number of days until I get to depart.
By Eloise Giesbrecht5 years ago in Wander
A Sustainable Resort Grows in Brooklyn
The 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. A sustainable luxury resort located on the waterfront in Brooklyn heights, overlooking breathtaking views of the historic Brooklyn Bridge and downtown Manhattan. 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge is a LEED certified property. (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
By victoria patricolo5 years ago in Wander
13 Reasons Why Moving to SF is Good for Young Professionals
San Francisco! Aah, Who wouldn’t want to live here? The number of things that will make you fall in love with this beautiful city is countless; it indeed is a little bit of everything. A popular tourist destination, SF boasts a high standard of living, incredible food, awesome people, and the list goes on and on.
By Sophia Gutierrez5 years ago in Wander
TWO CHICKS ONE BOAT
“HOUSEBOAT ADVENTURES HERE WE COME!” I yelled over the music. We were on our way to the largest swamp in America. Our conversation was light as we drove through the wetlands towards Baton Rouge. The Boat rental place is located in Jennings, Louisiana and that is pretty much all we know. Alaina flipped through the information we printed out at the hotel before we hit the road as we drove through the wetlands. She read me some of the interesting facts about the birds and other wildlife in the area that we might see while we are out there. I was starting to get a little nervous and hoping that the pictures on the website weren’t deceiving. I didn’t want anyone to back out at the last minute so I kept my doubts to myself.
By TRAVELING WANDERERS' CLUB5 years ago in Wander
