travel tips
No matter how much you plan, there are bound to be bumps in the road; tips to ensure the optimal travel experience.
7 Ways to Combat Homesickness While Living Abroad
Whether you are going abroad to study, work, or settle down permanently, things are going to be...different from what you are used to. It doesn't matter where you originate from, or how open-minded you may be, there's going to be plenty of times you will be homesick, and there will be plenty of things about the new culture that you think you will never understand. I found all of this out the hard way when I lived in the UK for a semester abroad. I had dreamed of visiting England for years. Don't get me wrong, it was a wonderful experience and I would love to go back someday. But...there were so many things missing from home that I had taken for granted, and missed.
By Jennifer Childers6 years ago in Wander
How to sleep well in a tent?
Going camping always promises an exciting experience: we all imagine a holiday in the middle of nature, far from the noise of the city and immersed in the quiet of the woods, where silence is interrupted only by the sound of the flowing stream and the verses of the ' small inhabitants' of the forest. But we must not forget that sleeping in a tent also means giving up some of the comforts we are used to a warm environment, a comfortable bed, 'mountains' of pillows, and absolute silence. Sleeping in a tent requires a great spirit of adaptation and one of the biggest concerns of those who are at the first camping experience is that of not being able to rest well.
By campenjoys6 years ago in Wander
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before a RoadTrip
Nothing like the freedom of the open road, right? Wide eyed and bushy tailed I embarked on a road trip across the U.S with little knowledge of the functionality of my car or the terrain we were both about to endure. These are the questions I hadn’t considered before hand that I should have:
By Metropolis Mai6 years ago in Wander
Facts You Didn’t Know About Currency Exchanges in Australia
Australia is one of the liveliest countries of the world. There is much going on in terms of people coming in and out of the country every day. All this activity and also many people’s tendency to invest in foreign currencies has given rise to the exchange industry. Yet, there is much regular folks don’t know that is to the currency exchange industry in Australia.
By michal clarke6 years ago in Wander
Travel, Health, and Fitness
Travelling has to be one of the most exciting things I have done. There are endless possibilities; beautiful places to explore, delicious new foods to try, and incredibly fun activities to endure. However, when it comes to traveling the world as intensely as Nick and I plan to, health and fitness are more important than one may think.
By Haley Root6 years ago in Wander
Moving to London: Top Tips
Moving to a big city is a huge life change, and moving to London in particular can seem both exciting and incredibly daunting. I moved to London almost 6 years ago – I had a handful of acquaintances in the city but no one who I was massively friendly with at the time, and none of my close friends back home had moved further than the next county. I had to work it out on my own, and before I moved it was very stressful, particularly when it came to finding somewhere to live. Here are my top tips and advice that might be helpful in making someone else’s move a little easier to navigate.
By Emma Raczkowski6 years ago in Wander
11 Essential Backpacking Items
I spent 3 months backpacking in South East Asia and Australia before it was suddenly cut short by Covid-19. Not exactly an expert but I did learn a thing or two about my backpack essentials. Thought I would share my recommended packing list while I have some time on my hands...
By Maisie Harley6 years ago in Wander
A beautiful corner of Hanoi street photography
Hanoi is like an everything-in-one city that you can find either sumptuous skyscrapers or laid-back ancient houses in the old quarter. Every keen photographer must be keen on collecting mesmerizing moments of the tranquil Hanoian life. Now, let's take a look at 5 must-visit places to capture the most impressive street photos in Hanoi.
By Nhung Dang6 years ago in Wander
The Revolution
Being a Digital Nomad seems to be very appealing especially for a nomad like myself. It’s hard for me to settle into one place at a time and keep a job in a conventional way. I even lost count on how many houses I have stayed around the country all these years.
By Jaymie Suh6 years ago in Wander
Destination Egypt: Traveling From the United States
In existence since approximately 5000 B.C., Egypt is the world’s oldest travel destination. After all, it possesses the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World that’s still standing (the Great Pyramid of Giza). When Egypt comes to mind, most everyone thinks of the Pyramids, the Sphinx, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, the Nile River, deserts and camels, just to name a few. Nevertheless, if you’re planning an Egypt vacation there are several matters you should familiarize yourself with beforehand.
By Kari Oakley6 years ago in Wander
