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Get the authentic cultural experience on your next foreign jaunt. Wander like a local; here, there, and everywhere.
Valdez, Alaska's Off-Season Splendor
I have eagerly anticipated visiting Alaska for years, and finally, the opportunity presented itself! With my new job requiring frequent travel, the prospect of exploring Alaska was an adventure I couldn't resist. Town or time of year, it didn't matter – I was ready.
By Crystal A. Wolfe2 years ago in Wander
What’s The Secret behind New Orleans’ Fat Tuesday Celebration?
Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday as it is popularly known is one of the most happening celebrations in New Orleans every year and people from across the globe throng the place which begins on January 6 and continues till Mardi Gras or “Fat Tuesday”.
By Tastebud Food Tours2 years ago in Wander
The Great British Pub: A Cultural Cornerstone
There are over 50,000 pubs in the United Kingdom, the oldest being Ye Olde Fighting Cocks in St. Albans, Hertfordshire, which was founded in 793 AD. British pubs are integral to UK life, having been a part of UK culture for centuries. They have been featured in literature, music, and film: a constant reminder of British history and heritage. Regarded as great British 'institutions', they are popular destinations for people of all ages and backgrounds. Being more than just places to drink alcohol, they are also social hubs where people come together to relax, chat, eat and have fun. The most famous pub in the UK is The Sherlock Holmes Pub in London, which is said to be the inspiration for the fictional detective's favourite haunt.
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in Wander
10 MOST weird and Unusual Rituals around the world
1. **Aghori Rituals (India):** The Aghori sect is a small group of ascetic Shaiva sadhus known for their extreme and unconventional practices. They live near cremation grounds, meditate on human corpses, and engage in rituals involving human skulls. Some Aghoris are known to consume human flesh and drink from human skulls as part of their spiritual practices, believing that by confronting death and decay, they can transcend the duality of life and death.
By Salman siddique2 years ago in Wander
10 MOST WEIRD and UNUSUAL FESTIVALS all around the world
City, Date - Across the globe, communities celebrate a myriad of traditions, some of which defy expectations and embrace the truly bizarre. From tomato-throwing madness to frog-jumping competitions, the world's weirdest festivals offer a captivating glimpse into the diversity of cultural expressions. Here, we present the top 10 most unusual festivals that push the boundaries of conventional celebration.
By Salman siddique2 years ago in Wander
The Wandering Dragon Medieval Market
If my clan is going to drag me from my hovel beneath my rock kicking and screaming - they better be taking me to where there is food or faeries. Or faeries that feed me. The last week of October provided such an outing at the Expo Center in Knoxville, Tennessee.
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Wander
Karst Lakes
In a world that often celebrates well-known tourist spots, there exists a realm of hidden treasures, and it's in the heart of Karst lakes where nature weaves her most enchanting tales. These aren't just bodies of water; they're Mother Nature's well-kept secrets, inviting us to explore their mesmerizing beauty.
By DestinyTravellerA2 years ago in Wander
Bellevue, Nebraska
In a world where well-known tourist destinations often take the spotlight, there's a city quietly awaiting your discovery - Bellevue, Nebraska. My journey to Bellevue was born out of curiosity, a longing to unveil the concealed gems that lay beneath its charming surface. What I found was a city teeming with captivating narratives, a place where history and modernity coexist harmoniously.
By DestinyTravellerA2 years ago in Wander
St. Mary's Island
Nestled off the stunning coastline of Malpe Beach in Karnataka, India, there lies a hidden gem, a collection of four small islands, enchantingly known as St. Mary's Island, or even affectionately referred to as Coconut Island. These islands aren't just any islands; they're a geological marvel that has remained a well-kept secret of nature's most incredible handiwork. Picture basalt rock formations that seem straight out of an otherworldly landscape, mesmerizing columnar joints, and striking hexagonal-shaped pillars that defy imagination.
By DestinyTravellerA2 years ago in Wander
