solo travel
You've got somewhere to go, but no one to go with; solo travel is the nexus of independence and opportunity.
I'm Sentimental
Over the course of my hockey career I have had the opportunity to travel. I love it and it is such a different way to see the world than most. We are dropped into a new place but made to feel like it is home straight away. From being toured around the city or town to welcoming faces offering to help settle us in.
By Steven Altman7 years ago in Wander
Campsite #8: Return to Wakkanai
Since I was coming back from Rebun Island on a late ferry, the thought of making the steep hike to my beloved hilltop campground wasn't all that appealing. Walking it after a long day of sightseeing, or with a full belly from stuffing my face at one of the great foreign food restaurants in town was one thing (I recommend Pechika, Namaste Nepal Curry, and La Seine), but dragging my luggage and hiking-weary toes up there was another.
By Eli Sooker7 years ago in Wander
Mississippi Boy in ATX
I moved to Austin after graduating from The University of Mississippi back in May. I've been here for almost six months—it's been a rollercoaster ride since. I've moved several times, started multiple jobs, and forced to pick up several side gigs all to "survive." I found myself without my main source of income over the weekend; so I'm back on the prowl for a real job. I've had my share of side gigs—it's time to use my education, even if a degree from Mississippi isn't as favorable as a Texan education.
By Red Feather ATX7 years ago in Wander
Serendipity
This island was a new place to me. It had just been a few days since I landed here. People and their behaviour were totally different from my own people back in my mother land. For some reason they projected themselves as unfriendly or may be it was my interpretation about them. They hardly spoke. One of the most cleanest and advanced countries in the world has the most number of lost faces too. Either they are too engrossed with the modern day technology (also while on the run) or they are working day and night. Each of their silent, expressionless and exhausted faces were screaming for some fresh, soothing air and as I say, a "Me-Time." Yes. I could read their blank faces cause I too had a blank face.
By Priti Kundu7 years ago in Wander
A Fish out of Water
A Fish out of Water A fish out of water, can I get any more cliché than that? I am a 64-year-old man, who was born from a fifty-year-old man and a forty-year-old woman. My siblings are 17, 18 and 19 years older than me. Only Ida (19 years older than me and my rock or maybe I am hers) is still with us, who is six months older than my only surviving Auntie, who was the baby of 11 children my grandmother on my mother’s side had. So, my mother, was the oldest of 11 and the first to leave her home town of Littleton, NC at 18 years old and venture out to the Big Apple. She was born in 1914. My dad was born in 1904, somewhere in Ohio, to a beautiful white, blue eyed, blond woman and a black man who she married pre-1900’s. That wasn’t even legal in America at that time.
By Jerome Howard7 years ago in Wander
Why I Chose this Path
Hello there! Allow me to introduce myself: My name is Rebekah, I am extremely new to this platform, I am 18 years old, and instead of pursuing post-secondary education or a career, I packed up my life and got as far away from home as I could imagine—South East Asia. Like many young travelers, the area fascinated me with its beauty and culture, but I also had an easy inside to one of the most popular countries on the list of backpacker destinations: Thailand. I lived in Thailand last year for a whole month through an exchange program where I lived with a host family in the bustling city of Bangkok. It was an out-of-this-world experience, so when I decided to return, I made sure to make my second family's home a home base. By that I mean, I travel to different countries, but I always go back to Bangkok for about a week in between traveling to assure that I have enough money, clothes, and purely just to rest up for the next adventure! It's amazing to have not only the opportunity to travel, but also a home base to control my belongings and sanity at!
By Bekah Boudreau7 years ago in Wander
A Visitor's Guide to Hong Kong
A look at Hong Kong from pictures and videos on the television, the internet and travel magazines reveals futuristic cityscapes and picturesque landscapes. With sceneries ranging from the giant skyscrapers to the tranquil green spaces, Hong Kong can best be described as the land of contrasts. With most of it bordering the famous harbors of the Kowloon peninsula, Hong Kong Island and New Territories, this city is a densely populated metropolis that is home to a brilliant amalgamation of Chinese culture and modern innovations. With countless tourist attraction sites to behold, you may find it challenging to visit all of them. However, with the help of a well-designed itinerary that features the sites discussed below, you will make your trip to Hong Kong memorable.
By Lana Omelic7 years ago in Wander
4 Adventures in India for Solo Travelers
When people know you are traveling alone, get ready for a lot of questions like, "How can you do that? Doesn’t it scare you to travel all alone? How will you travel alone?" and some more. If the place you are traveling to is India, just double these questions added with an inquisitive look on their faces. However, India is not that unsafe as other portray it to be. You need to be cautious any place you travel to, not just in India. Moreover, India is considered to be one of the most popular places among solo travelers. The country has so much to offer a traveler, from history to adventure, everything is covered. This is why they say, if you can travel solo in India, you can explore any place on the globe. Are you an adventure buff and love that thrill while exploring places? If so, you will enjoy this article reading about the places of adventure in India for solo travelers. Stay glued.
By Stephen Robert7 years ago in Wander
Choosing the Au Pair Life
Au Pair. What does that mean? I first heard this word when I was a child and, not realising it was French, I assumed someone was exclaiming at a piece of fruit. Some years later, I’m more in tune with words and their definitions, and now know "Au Pair" to literally mean "on equal terms." More simply, an Au Pair is usually a young person, between the age of 18 to 30, who travels to a foreign country to live with and work for a host family. This is seen as a cultural exchange, whereby the au pair’s main purpose is to look after the family's children, often helping them to improve their language skills. The host family provides their Au Pair with meals, a place to stay, weekly pocket money, and the opportunity to learn their language. Simple!
By See My Wanders7 years ago in Wander
How My Solo Trip at 21 Can Help You!
I decided a week before my 22nd birthday, I wanted to do something that scared me. I have always wanted to do a solo trip, but it was the most terrifying thing I could think of. Only being 21, and nearly everyone telling me it was a bad idea, I was petrified. I eventually took the leap because I realized that I am not guaranteed tomorrow, next week or even the next minute. This was a dream of mine, even though it scared me. I saved my paychecks and took the leap to do something crazy. I chose Paris, because it has always had a special place in my heart. I must say, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have met the most amazing people, I experienced a great culture and had the most amazing food. I could not have asked for a better trip. If anything, this trip has taught me that the world is not so scary and there are amazing people living in it. Even though this was a solo trip, I rarely felt alone. I just came back Saturday and I did not want to leave. I will always hold this trip near and dear to my heart and I can't wait for the next one!
By Brianna Nicholson7 years ago in Wander
