america
Travel from sea to shining sea; by car or by plane, there's plenty to see in the good ole US of A.
Picking up a Hitchhiker Was a Highlight of My Cross-Country Road Trip
When you drive past a hitchhiker, you have a few brief moments to make a decision. The obvious choice is always not to stop. Picking them up means risking letting a crazy person in your car — maybe leading to awkward conversations, solicitations, or worse. Sadly, my generation grew up with stern warnings against hitching rides or picking up hitchers. So, it’s easy to assume the worst about anyone who’s still attempting this form of travel.
By Kenny Minker11 months ago in Wander
Leaving Africa Made Me Realize How Lucky I Am To Be African
Out of nowhere, the tears began to flow. They took me by surprise. "Bye Dad," I whispered as I fixed my eyes on the Helderberg Mountains. I began sobbing quietly as the plane shifted and the Hottentots-Holland Range came into view. We had scattered my father's ashes there months prior. His soul was now at rest in the mountains that made him so happy for two decades.
By Vanessa Brown11 months ago in Wander
Read when you're in Miami
2/25/25 Mac's Club Deuce, Miami FL You will always be my special friend, Drinking a Jai Alai & a margarita at this dive in my twin's old neighborhood. This was where she had her first legal drink at 21. The first time I came to visit her, we were reunited for the first time in years after we'd left home. She lived in an apartment blocks from the beach with someone she doesn't know any more. Life works like that; we spend so much time with our special friends, lovers, even family members that we don't see again once the tide goes out.
By Joe Nasta | Seattle foodie poet11 months ago in Wander
Having Fun In Houston
Houston is a large metropolis in Texas that extends to Galveston Bay. A top tourist attraction is the Space Center Houston which is the official visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space center. This is a huge complex where you can walk through the space shuttle replica Independence. You can also walk inside a replica of America's first space stations, Skylab. You can learn about NASA's upcoming missions among them travel to Mars. On Fridays around noon visitors can meet an astronaut.
By Rasma Raisters11 months ago in Wander
The Dowser’s Prophecy. AI-Generated.
In a forgotten town shrouded in twilight, where legends and secrets merged with the mists of time, there emerged a story that defied belief. It was said that a man, burdened by a destiny written in ancient ink, was destined to become the first true dowser in a thousand years—a sorcerer whose power would defy the boundaries between mortal life and the mysterious realms beyond.
By TCHIKWA ABEL11 months ago in Wander
Canada Delight
Canada, a land of sprawling landscapes and diverse populations, offers a delightful tapestry of experiences, particularly when it comes to its culinary and cultural traditions. From the rugged coastlines of the Atlantic to the fertile prairies and the majestic Rockies, each region contributes its unique flavor to the Canadian mosaic.
By Moharif Yulianto11 months ago in Wander
Spectacular San Antonio
The city of San Antonio located in south-central Texas. It is a city with a rich colonial heritage. The San Antonio River Walk is the centerpiece of the city where you can walk along stone walkways and dine at restaurants lined up along the San Antonio River which flows through the center of the city. This is a particularly beautiful area with graceful bridges, large trees along the banks and birds flying by.
By Rasma Raisters11 months ago in Wander
USA Visa Renewal: Tighter Dropbox Regulations Present Fresh Challenge for Indian Travelers
Indian tourists renewing their USA visas are now encountering an unforeseen obstacle. The USA Department of State has shortened the eligibility period for visa interview waivers (Dropbox) from 48 months to only 12 months. This sudden change in policy is expected to pose challenges for numerous Indian applicants, especially those with H-1B, L-1, B1/B2, and O-1 visas.
By Emma Cummins11 months ago in Wander
Galveston On the Gulf Coast
Beautiful Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas. Galveston has beautiful beaches. You'l find soft sand on sunny beaches that stretch along the ocean. The Seawall stretches for over 10 miles along the beach providing enought space to sunbathe in the sand and swim in the calm waters. There are washroom facilities and behind the beach you'll find restaurants, shops, and hotels.
By Rasma Raisters11 months ago in Wander
