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Home (N.)
Home is so much greater than the place you were born in. It’s both the place where you were taken care of and the place that taught you to take care of yourself. Yet, when we’re asked the classic “Where’s home for you?” we immediately spell out our hometowns. This is only natural, as these places are usually also home to our parents, our grandparents, our dogs (or cats, I’m not here to judge) and our childhood friends. But if you’re someone who’s built a life somewhere else, you know deep down that this answer is no longer entirely true.
By Maria Paula Serrano5 years ago in Wander
What Netflix Won't Tell You About Medellín, Colombia. Top Story - December 2019.
It's 3:54 AM on Tuesday 17th April. I'm sitting in Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport. I'm awaiting our flight back home, through Miami, quietly contemplating the last 30 days my family and I spent here. Like everyone else that I told in the weeks leading up to the trip, I too had my reservations about Colombia. My girlfriend suggested the trip as I was transitioning out of a job. It would be a good opportunity to change gears and figure out our next move. We'd take our three-year-old out of school for the rest of the term and check it out. It took some convincing from her, but I was eventually sold (she also had my credit card information, so all the chips were against me). My family and friends, not so much. Their comments ranged from:
By Marvin Marcano5 years ago in Wander
Explore These Outstanding Places in Asia in 2020
Asia is the largest continent where more than 4.5 billion people live. It covers one-third the area of the entire world’s land. It has old civilizations, mysterious islands, sky-high peaks, eye-feasting waterfalls, lush green shaped gardens, historical monuments, pretty lakes, mighty rivers, deep oceans, popular cities, and the tallest buildings of the world. Millions of travelers come to explore its beauty every year because it is a land of history, cultures, art, music, architecture, and religions. Asia is massive, those who travel to explore it for the first time can feel overwhelmed while deciding which place is the right option for them to visit. It's true that Asia has the most beautiful natural scenery to visit by traveling with your family and friends. To get information about the cities, you can use the traveling app in Pakistan.
By Sarah Spinster5 years ago in Wander
Tips for Making Your RV Feel Cozy
Traveling by RV has become quite popular. You bought your RV to travel in. Instead of cramming everything into a car and staying at hotels every night during your excursions, you have your very own “home away from home.” You have your very own place to sleep, eat, and relax during your trips.
By Olivia Picton5 years ago in Wander
Japanese Language Abbreviations and Contractions
All languages have abbreviations and contractions (sometimes much to the consternation of translators and interpreters) and Japanese is no exception. The Japanese love shortening their language in new, catchy ways. These shortenings can range from common everyday items, to situations, and even people's names!
By Made in DNA5 years ago in Wander
Travel Tips
My love affair with this country started in my early teens. I had the pleasure of living in Germany for almost three years when I was in the military. I was stationed in both Garlstatdt and Mainz. Garlstatdt is located in the northern area of Germany between Bremen and Bremerhaven, close to Osterholz Scharmbeck. Mainz is centrally located about twenty five minutes north of Frankfurt by train.
By Lawrence Edward Hinchee5 years ago in Wander
A Backpacker's Guide for Jaco Costa Rica Rentals
Jaco is the closest beach town to San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. Its central location, ideal waves to surf, proximity to many natural attractions, and lively nightlife add to its growing popularity. Tourists and locals flock to Jaco to unwind and soak up the sun. Since Costa Rica experiences dry weather with plenty of sunshine from mid-December to April, tourism is at its peak during this spell.
By Nancy Ahuja5 years ago in Wander