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Top 10 Places to Sluice for Gold in the U.S.(at least we think so)
GOLD FEVER NEVER REALLY LEFT There’s something about gold that gets under your skin; figuratively, we hope. Long before the words “cryptocurrency” or “stock portfolio” made people clutch their wallets, it was a different fever that gripped America: Gold Fever. Men left their families, women started their own empires, entire towns sprung up over night, and all around the promise of a shiny metal hiding in dirt.
By The Iron Lighthouse6 months ago in Wander
I Took My 9-Year-Old to Colombia. My Family Thought I'd Lost My Mind.. AI-Generated.
My brother’s voice on the phone was a mixture of disbelief and genuine fear. I had just announced my plan for a mother-son adventure, and the reaction was universal. Friends sent me worried texts. My dad emailed me a link to the "Narcos" Wikipedia page. It seemed the whole world was stuck in a 1990s time warp, picturing a country that, I had heard, no longer existed.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
I Told My Mom I Was Going to El Salvador. She Begged Me Not to Go. This Is What I Found.. AI-Generated.
The static on the phone couldn't hide the panic in my mom’s voice. I get it. For years, the only headlines you’d see about this tiny Central American nation were laced with danger. Whispers of gangs and warnings from travel advisories had painted a picture in my mind, too—a picture I was suddenly, stubbornly determined to see for myself.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
The Best Places To Retire Abroad In 2025
During their 23 years together and 11 years of marriage, Jeff Hammerberg and Merlin Parker have moved from Colorado to California to Texas, working in real estate. Their last stop was in Austin, a liberal Lone Star State enclave that matched their personal politics. But after five years, as they prepared to retire, Hammerberg, 66, and Parker, 59, concluded it had become too expensive. Moreover, they didn’t like the political environment in the rest of the state, or even the U.S. “Being a gay couple, Texas was not very compatible,” Parker says. So in March they moved with Wally, their 12-year-old Corgie mix, to Lisbon, Portugal, on the western edge of Europe.
By Muhammad Sabeel6 months ago in Wander
A Brit's Indonesian Dream: My Search for the Ultimate Romantic Hotels, from Barefoot Beaches to Jungle Palaces. AI-Generated.
A distant promise of impossible colours, ancient spirituality, and the kind of heat that seeps into your bones. For a long-awaited trip with my partner, we decided to chase that dream. But we had a specific mission: not just to see Indonesia, but to find its heart by seeking out its most truly romantic hotels.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
A Brit's Guide to the NZ Road Trip: My Quest for the Holy Grail of Hotels with Parking. AI-Generated.
Will I find a space? Can I afford the car park? Will my wing mirrors still be attached in the morning? So, the idea of New Zealand—a country that looks like a movie set, with roads that stretch for miles into epic landscapes—was intoxicating. I had to do it properly: a full North and South Island road trip.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
An American in Asia: My Epic Hunt for the Best Hotels with a Jacuzzi, from Budget Jungles to Skyscraper Heavens. AI-Generated.
A vibrant, chaotic, and deeply spiritual world I only saw in documentaries. So, I decided to trade my routine for an adventure. But I had a specific mission, a slightly decadent obsession that would guide my journey: I was on a quest to find the most incredible hotels with a jacuzzi, contrasting the raw, budget-friendly gems with the kind of opulent suites that cost more than my monthly rent.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
Top 5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do on Isla Maya. AI-Generated.
Ever been somewhere that made you feel like you stepped into a secret you weren’t supposed to find? That’s Isla Maya. Most people think of turquoise waters and sun-soaked beaches—but this little gem in the Mexican Caribbean offers much more than meets the eye.
By Micheal N.6 months ago in Wander
Architectural Wonders: The 18 Most Beautiful Buildings to See Before You Die
These buildings would tell stories of royalty, revolutions, and sacred hopes if only walls could speak. Architecture surpasses pure usefulness and includes everything from the elaborate patterns of old temples to the elegant aesthetics of modern landmarks. It captures our identities, values, and goals. Here are eighteen amazing structures from all over the world that appeal to the eye and have a deeper meaning. If you are ever near these amazing locations, stop and take in their histories.
By Shahjahan Kabir Khan6 months ago in Wander
Best Countries for Work and Immigration in 2025
Introduction In a rapidly changing world, more and more people are considering starting a new life abroad. Whether you're looking for better job opportunities, higher salaries, or simply a safer and more stable environment, 2025 offers a variety of countries that are welcoming immigrants with open arms. But which countries are truly the best for work and immigration this year? In this article, we'll explore the top countries where you can build a better future, and why they stand out.
By Mohamed Amine6 months ago in Wander
First-Class Travel Writing Tips
Everyone loves a holiday. But how do go about earning your living writing about them? Surely it’s the easiest gig going, right? You hop on a plane, chill out by the pool for a week or two and write about the fabulous hotel you stayed in when you get back. If you want to write and give a travel copywriting agency a run for its money, then read on to discover our selection of first-class travel writing tips that will get your writing off to a head start.
By Isabella Wood6 months ago in Wander
An Essential Guide To Staying Safe When Travelling By Foot
There are plenty of ways to travel from place to place these days but are any as reliable as the traditional travel by foot? Walking will help ensure you stay fit and healthy even if it’s just short distances, but no matter where you’re travelling to you will need to take extra care to ensure you stay safe.
By Isabella Wood6 months ago in Wander
