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THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY OF TAITA HILLS (EAST AFRICA)
When I was a young man I read stories about adventure, wild animals, birds, and everything that involves nature. There was something that I discovered that hills and mountains were common in most parts of Kenya. Besides their natural attraction, almost all of them had wild animals, birds and the natural vegetation.
Geoffrey MuseraPublished 4 years ago in WanderPink cheeks and oranges
If there's one aspect of my style of writing that I like to believe stands out, it's the attribute of honesty. As I begin to pen down one of the most organic experiences of my life, one that I was lucky enough to capture, I think it's imperative to be genuine about it.
Anoushka SALDANHAPublished 4 years ago in WanderBeyond an Ocean of Trees
This photo was taken while traveling to the quaint, mountain town of Anapoima, Colombia. Using my iPhone, I was able to capture the beauty that is this hidden lagoon nestled here in the Andes Mountains.
Henry SedaPublished 4 years ago in WanderSuffering and Serendipity
I left my hotel in Bodrum, Turkey, in the early hours of the morning on the 12th of July, 2019. I couldn't sleep, so I got dressed and stepped out into the dark city. I wandered the empty streets in the quiet zone between the bars closing and early morning shops opening. I walked through the back streets and trekked up the hillside to the ruins carved into the rock. My experience has often been that a peaceful mind is easier to find in a deserted place that is usually full of people.
Matt RichardsPublished 4 years ago in WanderNot all roads
You'll notice that before you clicked on this image, it seemed crisp, vivid, and clear. From far away, this is the perfect image of McLean Falls, a famous spot in The Catlins that I've seen on almost everyone's New Zealand trip feeds. From far away, this shot is serene and lush. The greenery contrasts so sharply with the falls, like something you might only see on a computer desktop background. As a small thumbnail image in my phone gallery, I had captured the perfect picture of my trip.
Nostalgia
Heraklion is a small island located a bit more than 200 miles from Athens, with an ambience so tranquil it has the power to make one finally feel like the air inside their lungs is exactly the same as the air outside their body. We had spent the fourth day of the trip wandering around in sweltering heat until it was cool enough to eat. So, well-fed and giddy we decided to take an explorative drive, stumbling upon a quaint fishing village. While the sun began to slumber and the sky became a palette of serene pastels, the Hunters full moon created a potent cocktail thought by the natives to bring energy and the courage to squash the psychological chains that hold us back, into our atmosphere. With the car window down and my head on my arm, I lazily watched the world go by like a cat at a window, lulled by the heady contrast in sensations. I was charged yet relaxed, free yet settled, content, but still curious. I took my phone out and quickly snapped the scene as the car drove at a leisurely pace, beautifully capturing the complex simplicity of that perfect evening. Looking at the picture the eyes move from unfocused branches to the needlepoint clarity of the moon, and finally to the stillness of the boat and sky.
Aisha AkbarPublished 4 years ago in WanderThe Majestic Plains of Wyoming
Wyoming is a state that is looked over a lot when planning vacations for the family. It is a place that is rich with history. The railway, the rodeos, and the river runs make it a memorable experience for people who do take a trip to this Majestic state. The capitol of Wyoming is Cheyenne and to me this is where most of the action is. Another part of the state that I love is Jackson Hole and the entrance to Yellow Stone National Park.
Trycia LinoPublished 4 years ago in WanderThe Journey of Discovering Myself as Your Typical Eastern European Mother
A good friend of mine once said “stereotypes are real and I love them”. At first I couldn’t help but laugh, because she said it with such passion and conviction, but the more I thought about it, the more I found the strangely profound truth behind this statement. As much as we try to dismiss prejudices as xenophobic poppycock, I can’t deny that some stereotypes have occasionally jumped out and smacked me in the face when I least expected.
Bobe HadjievaPublished 4 years ago in WanderLayers of the Desert
As the sun started to set on the sand dunes of the Death Valley desert, I was still drenched in sweat scaling the sides of the hills to get to the middle of the desert where I wanted to get the perfect photo.
Veronica HDPublished 4 years ago in WanderMilestones For Dipshits
CW: Sea Story. Expect Coarse Language, Sexual Objectification, Terrible Fashion Choices. I hit a milestone in my transition today. Not a small one, either. But in order to understand this milestone I have to take you back a bit.
Sophia-Helene Mees de TrichtPublished 4 years ago in WanderWe saw it in the clouds
I snapped this photo at the end of summer in 2016 on my iPhone. My mom, dad and I were heading towards the beach. Which beach? I don’t know. All I remember is that we made a spontaneous stop on our road trip home to check in with one of my mom’s relatives.
Dear Raven
It was only about 4pm, and yet it felt like it had already been a very long day. We had arrived late at the Arches National Park in Utah. Or rather, to me it was late. See, I had wanted to get there early and be able to spend the whole day adventuring and exploring the park. Like most of my good intentions, it did not go as planned. However, I have learned that that is exactly how most great adventures come about.
Amanda KnightPublished 4 years ago in Wander