solo travel
You've got somewhere to go, but no one to go with; solo travel is the nexus of independence and opportunity.
The Gun That Changed the World
Nobody comes here Not by choice. Sometimes, a bus full of school kids will pull up outside. The young minds of the future will be forced through the echoing halls like toothpaste through a tube, counting the hours until they can escape.
By Ryan Frawley5 years ago in Wander
Diarist: Alaska ~ Boarding the Malispina
Alaska The first time I went to Alaska, I was working on the Alaska Marine Highway as a Third Assistant Engineer. This series of Diarist Entries will present my journal entries over the two weeks I worked onboard the ferry Malispina. I'm excited to start this series becuase sea journals, narrative ballads/sea poetry, old sailor yarns and the like have been very imactful on my writing and art! The entire Diarist concept but especially this series reflects my lineage as a mariner poet.
By Joe Nasta | Seattle foodie poet5 years ago in Wander
Hitch Hiking
Hitchhiking: Part 2. Summer 1983 From 2625 Jerseyville road west, to C.H. Bray elementary school, Ancaster On. Yes, by the following summer, hitch hiking along Jerseyville road, was well established by ‘me’ and myself alone. I never, ever, saw anyone else hitch hiking on the road. Saw a few people walking, or riding bikes though. One of the few people I’d often see walking along the road was Richard Klimowski. He was the guy that if you’d honk at him driving by, he’d stop walking, grin and point at you as you’d drive past. His finger following your car. Always made me laugh as a passenger...still does, just thinking about it! He romantically, brought my mother a hand picked bouquet of flowers one early summer’s eve...sweet, but he knew damn well my mother was married.
By Jim E. Beer - Story writer of fact and fiction. 5 years ago in Wander
Galápagos
After years and years of fangirling over nature documentaries, volunteering at the local wildlife sanctuaries, and a zoology degree later I realized I needed a bigger change. And that change was a trip farther than I had ever gone before, solo that is. Freshly out of undergrad, I made the best decision of my life: to go volunteer abroad on the Galápagos Islands, with none other than my favorite animal, giant tortoises.
By Holly Cook5 years ago in Wander
Laufhaus Vienna, Peepshow Burggasse
The Laufhaus Vienna Peepshow is considered to be one of, if not the most beautiful clubs on the entire planet. It was originally built in 1978 and remains a testament to the originality of the club culture that existed at the time. Built in the style of a medieval castle, it is modelled after the same architectural styles of those found in castles throughout Europe. Due to its stunning architecture, the club has been featured on numerous television programs, including Comedy Centrals. These programs have given a vivid account of the spectacular dance floor and elaborate, colourful lighting that permeate its hallways.
By peeps howwien5 years ago in Wander
TikTok Made Me Fall In Love With VanLife
I’m sure many people have seen the beautiful posts on Pinterest and TikTok of #Vanlife. We’ve all seen the clips of someone waking up from their bed, grabbing their already made coffee, and opening the doors of their van to look out onto their view of the beach or mountainside. It’s simplistic and beautiful with just a slice of home brought with you. Of course, living that lifestyle isn’t always as amazing and easy as the posts make it seem, but I fell in love with it anyway. They inspired me to sell my car and buy a van for myself. I was incredibly fortunate to find one for sale that was already converted, and I couldn’t be happier! There are so many reasons I want to live in vanlife, and I can’t wait to get started!
By Jonathan Meyers5 years ago in Wander
Creature Island
The hair on the back of Sydney's neck stood up as she watched the ship disappear into the horizon. Her back rested against a large palm tree, her head turned to the right as she continued gazing at the ocean. When the ship was completely out of sight, she laughed. Whether its source was fear or excitement, she was unsure.
By Brandi Johnson5 years ago in Wander
One lonely sail
As I sit here on this beautiful October day on the beach in Puerto Vallarta, I see a single lonely sailboat on the horizon. It is mesmerizing to watch. Sails have always been hypnotic to me. I grew up in a small town in Ohio but early on I learned to love the ocean. It started with family trips to Florida. The love affair has continued to this day. I am a beach bum at heart. It is the same with sailing. I have always been fascinated with sailboats. I love watching sailboats on the water. They transport me to thoughts of high adventure and romance. They also cause me to reflect on decisions I have made. And decisions I’ve yet to make. Sipping on my beer, on this Mexican beach, all I can think when I see that single sail is that could be me. I laughed as I motioned to the bartender to bring me another round. I have a story to tell, and it will go better with beer.
By Robert Austin5 years ago in Wander
Why Every Woman Should Solo Travel ?
I've been solo traveling for more than eight years. I have traveled to very continent on earth other than Antarctica, hitchhiked on every continent, hiked, backpacked, camped, met amazing people. And it has turned me into the braver, more confident woman .
By Rehana Khatoon5 years ago in Wander
