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Luxe Eating & Lounging in Aruba
While there is no doubt that there are plenty of high rise hotels in Aruba, there are also quainter romantic gems away from the main drag and plenty of natural beauty if you want to get away from the commercial side of this luxurious island.
By Renee Blodgett9 years ago in Wander
Things You Should Never Bring On A Flight
There are a few things that you should not bring on any flight. It is a known fact that bringing weapons of any kind on a flight is a very bad idea with severe consequences. You will go to jail. Also, bringing pets is another no go. You don’t want to have to deal with a barking dog or meowing cat. Avoid bringing liquids too. These will be taken away at the security part of the airport. There have been cases of terrorist trying to bring in liquid bombs. Lastly, avoid bringing lighters and sharp objects on planes. This is a given as you will be searched and questioned for bringing flammables. Overall, follow these flight etiquette rules and you will not be punished for your actions.
By David Lasher9 years ago in Wander
Stay in a Yurt in the Catskills
Glamping isn't the kind of thing you think about in upstate New York and I wouldn't have thought yurt living was even an option until I recently discovered a place to lay your head at night in a yurt, surrounded by trees and grassland.
By Renee Blodgett9 years ago in Wander
Rotterdam, A Home Away from Home. Top Story - July 2017.
This past weekend I did some travelling once more, this time to Rotterdam, and let me tell you, it was fantastic. Right now I’m at a crossroad in my life, perhaps another post soon will explain it, but for now, let’s focus on Rotterdam. But all I can say is that this city, that reminded me of both Lisbon and of New York, did wonders for my soul!
By Tomás Brandão9 years ago in Wander
6 Simply Delightful Things to Do in Aarhus, Denmark
So you are in, or are traveling to Aarhus, and you want to know how to best enjoy your time while here. Having lived here nearly a year working as a masters student at Aarhus University, I have had my share of wandering the city looking for food. If you are looking for a guide that tells you the "Hottest Places to Club" this list won't be helpful. If you are looking for a relaxing, and perfectly contented time in the "City of Smiles" keep on reading.
By Alexa Barnes9 years ago in Wander
Most Expensive Hotels on the East Coast
I highly recommend staying at some of the most expensive hotels on the East Coast if money is not an issue. These hotels pride themselves on customer service, architectural beauty and having a high status. Most of these hotels are very well-known due to their exclusivity and high prices for guests. You will not think twice about staying at one of these hotels due to their plush and cozy rooms, magnificent views, and accessibility to popular attractions.
By Jessica Herring9 years ago in Wander
I Took a Gap Year & Now I'm Moving to Hawaii
At age 14, it was clear to me that I wanted to take a Gap Year to go travel and see the world a little and be free from all those expectations that I was faced with on a day to day bases. When senior year came and all my classmates were hanging up their college signs on their lockers and mine was still blank and everyone asked me if I was going to go to college after, all I could think was “Why are you people rushing this?” I was the only person in my grade that decided to not go to college but that had this need to travel before anything else.
By Rebecca Akat9 years ago in Wander
Best Rock Climbing Destination Vacations
There are a ton of amazing destination vacations that people can choose to enjoy during the summer, fall, spring, and winter. Some destination vacations, such as spa vacations, allow you to soak in the relaxing vibes while doing little to nothing physical.
By Miranda O'Conner9 years ago in Wander
7 Things to Ask Yourself When Emigrating
You’ve got to end something for a beginning to start. I, with my wife, arrived at a demilitarized kind of a border where we faced a decision that we need to make. A decision whether to leave the platform and board the train or just sit on the bench to watch it leave and wait for the next train to which we don’t know if it will come or not, or will it arrive on time or already too late. Will this train be going to the same destination as the previous train is heading or is it going to a different one?
By Reniel Barroso9 years ago in Wander
Paradise: Papua New Guinea
Somewhere along the South-Western part of the Pacific you may find yourself at a loss of everything you thought held dear. The island of Papua New Guinea is as entrancing as it is a mirage of serenity bathed in un-spoilt ideals, where gazing too long can thrust you into its multifaceted allure that has taken so many to the highest peaks of pure exploration—through a twist of bright encounters with traditional tribes, off-the-beaten-track adventure in wildlife-rich jungles, and adrenaline fuelled surfing meters from the pristinus of shores.
By Uly Spitts9 years ago in Wander
