fact or fiction
Is it a fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores travel myths to help you avoid making that wrong turn.
Facts of the London Underground: Part I
There are many different facts that are relatively unknown on the London Underground, no matter how many journeys a year you make there’s always more to learn.
Interesting StoriesPublished 6 years ago in WanderWill We Ever Vacation on Mars?
It's a mere dot in the night sky, nothing more than a speck 2,106 miles away from us, holding up two satellites of its own while spinning at about 24 kilometers per second. Mars, the red terrestrial planet whose very existence has given us both a feeling of literal warmth and extreme high hopes, unfortunately has an atmospheric pressure of 0.636 kilopascal and a composition rating of 95 percent carbon dioxide. Add that to the near extreme distance of utter darkness separating it from us, Mars oftentimes seems like a singular part of our own existence yet to be accurately unraveled.
Arizona Bound
Growing up, I never believed in ghosts or hauntings, until my adult years in Arizona when I decided to make a career for myself in the healthcare industry and when both my parents became ill and passed away. When skeptics say, "I have to see it to believe it," I get it. I was one of those skeptics who had to see it to believe it.
Kate AdamsPublished 7 years ago in WanderTen Myths from the South West of England
Renowned for the scenic landscape, rolling hills, and soaring coasts, the South West has it all. The land is rich in nutrients, and the past has tales to tell in abundance. Holiday-makers and nature enthusiasts flock here all year round, desperate for a slice of serene tranquillity.
Charlotte WilliamsPublished 7 years ago in WanderChasing Roatan Island Pirate Treasure
Rob and I stepped off the plane at the airport in Coxon Hole on to the shores of Roatan Island, one of the Bay Islands in the Gulf of Honduras. We were assaulted by taxi drivers all wanting to take us to the West End, a place which we were told in broken Spanish is the place where all gringos are supposed to go.
Daryl FriesenPublished 7 years ago in WanderJumping Off Kiwi Bridges
Francesca Peterson was thirty-eight years old the day she made her decision. Thirty-eight years of life, and now, a day to change all that had gone before. All the heartache, so many broken hearts along the way. The debt; credit really had been much too easy to obtain. The daily drudgery that was her work, so many wrong decisions taken there too. Today would change all that.
Right on Red State: Florida Wildlife
Everything in Florida WILL try to kill you. Alligators, mosquitoes, Floridians, they all have the capacity to kill you. Alligators, Nature's Blenders
Benjamin HeckerPublished 7 years ago in WanderRight on Red State: Florida Weather
Florida is hot. It's an undeniable fact, yet tourists feel the need to point it out. Floridians, and people who live in Florida, but don't want to be labelled as Floridians, are well aware that it is hot outside. Don't feel the need to remind them for the sake of small talk. They all know the statewide high temperatures are caused by Florida's proximity to the equator, and the low elevation making Florida very close to Hell.
Benjamin HeckerPublished 7 years ago in WanderMost Overrated Travel Destinations
There are certain places on this planet that we are regularly told that we should want to go to. Or, perhaps we actually do want to check them out. They're supposed to be where "it all happened," or they're supposed to be incredibly glamorous. Cool as they are supposed to be, the reality is that these kinds of tourist-rich venues tend to be really overblown.
Rowan MarleyPublished 7 years ago in WanderRiver Cruises Vs Ocean Cruises: Which Is Better?
Going on a cruise is a great idea if you love the idea of enjoying great food, beautiful views, and the gentle rocking of a ship on water. The fact is that travel agents also love cruises, especially if they are from bigger names like Viking Cruises, because they're very profitable. Truthfully, a good cruise excursion is worth every penny - even if it is pricey.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 7 years ago in WanderIs Traveling by Train Cool?
Most people love to talk about their glamorous travels abroad. They may talk about hiking in the Alps, going on a cruise in the Bahamas, or even just jetsetting off to Tokyo. But, most of the time, you don't really hear people bragging about train rides.
Rowan MarleyPublished 7 years ago in Wander