europe
Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.
Paris’s Sacred Heart
As I reached the 299th step, my first thought was that I may never take a full breath again. My second, however, was that I had never in my entire life seen this exact shade of lavender. The sky stretched out across the horizon; a gentle blanket of gray woven with the warmest purple. Below us, Paris spread herself as far as I could see, rooftops and rush hour traffic bathed in the last glimmers of sun and the glow of streetlights. This vista felt removed from the chaos of the city, the faint horns of rush hour only audible in the lulls of the wind, the catcalls of passerby and the elbows of tourists a faint memory. Here, at the top of Sacré-Cœur, I completely understood how this massive cathedral got its name.
By Emily Harman8 years ago in Wander
Pretty in Pink - Getting My Ruby Latte Fill at Elan Cafe, London
Every now and then I see something online and decide I want to try it. Pink Lattes are one of those things. Being a lover of all things Pink, London, Coffee & Cake dates, and the chance to try something a little different, I couldn't pass up the chance to try a Ruby Latte from recently opened Elan Cafe.
By Sarah Katherine8 years ago in Wander
Tales of a Maldivian Girl in the United Kingdom
One of the many perks of traveling abroad as a tourist, a student, or whatever is the thrill of experiencing the new atmosphere, meeting new people and seeing different things. Well, at least for me; traveling to the United Kingdom as a student has been one of the best trips of my life and it had been life-changing. After 20 hours of traveling from the Maldives with two transits all by myself, I must say, it gave me self-confidence and drive. My transits in Abu Dhabi and Amsterdam gave me time to explore a bit and I enjoyed every second of it, and I was able to avoid getting lost and getting on the next plane on time.
By Sammie Ahmed8 years ago in Wander
Roubaix, Journey to the Edge of France
In a triangle of dark, industrial land, where ancient borders meander, sits the town of Roubaix, a place of shadows and darkness, of ghosts and drizzle. Neither Belgian nor fully French, Roubaix is a fascinating mix of Victorian, working class architecture and genteel fin de siècle grandeur, seeped in decline.
By Andrew Reid Wildman8 years ago in Wander
Best Way to Travel Europe!
I recently got to spend a summer travelling across Europe, during a Mediterranean cruise vacation. In my opinion, this is the best way to experience European culture—especially if it is your first time visiting. A Mediterranean cruise allows you to see a large part of Europe, in a small amount of time. You are quite literally waking up in a new country everyday. I really did get to experience a bit of everything—from sightseeing in cities, to relaxing on the beach, to incredible hiking excursions.
By CHRIS WONG VLOGS8 years ago in Wander
Budapest: Beyond the Bars and Booze!
...As I found this summer, the answer is a lot! This beautiful city has so much more to offer every type of tourist out there; it’s teeming with an interesting history, unique culture and fabulous food which should all be appreciated along with the cheap alcohol and unique atmosphere of the Ruin bars. So, I'm here to give this great city its due, with a guide of things to see and do beyond the bars and boozing!
By Jessica French8 years ago in Wander
Christmas Lunch, Shipping Disasters and the Hadron Collider
In the marine insurance industry based at Lloyds of London there was a tradition that whenever there was a shipping disaster the ‘Lutine Bell’ would be rung to mark the event. The UK hospitality industry does not have a central forum like Lloyds but if it did and also had its own bell that bell’s clapper would be well and truly clapped out on Boxing Day after our Christmas lunch experience.
By Alan Russell8 years ago in Wander
Best Nightclub in Italy
A toga party in a Roman temple? How could I pass it up? In the summer of 2013, I laid in a hammock with a glass of red wine next to me and a book in my hand. I swung back and forth in the little patio off the hostel I was staying at in Rimini, Italy. People were laughing, talking, and smoking next to me in the patio, but my mind was drifting. The wine and sound of waves started to put me into a fuzzy lull. A beautiful long blond-haired man named Marco called my name. I had met him the first night in the hostel and he was working there in order to travel. He had that beach bum vibe and a joy that was contagious.
By Acasia Tucker8 years ago in Wander
