humanity
If nothing else, travel opens your eyes to the colorful quilt that is humankind.
The US Mexico Border is a Train Wreck
Author's preface: Early in the writing process for this article I realized that my friend and writing colleague, Samantha Drobac, who holds dual Mexican and US citizenship, could bring a perspective that one written only from the US point of view would lack. Initially, I thought I would publish the completed piece and then ask her to reply in a separate post, but as the story evolved it seemed more useful to ask her to respond directly to many of my points.. Fortunately, she kindly agreed to participate and her responses and her own interjections are included throughout the body of the story. Our commentary/discussion is indicated by our initials DD and SD and in italics while the main body of the text is not italicized and was solely authored by me.
Everyday JunglistPublished 2 years ago in WanderIn Search of Beauty
In early Summer (in the waning of the moon from May to June), I set out on a quest, à la Odysseus. Only I had no ship and it didn’t take me 10 years to reach my destination. After a few hours by train and car, my travel companion and I were there. My destination: Italy. My purpose: to seek out beauty.
Maria StallmannPublished 2 years ago in WanderWinter: The Coldest Season
Winter, the coldest season of the year, comes between autumn and spring. It is associated with plunging temperatures and icy weather, but its impact and timing change according to location. The farther an area lies from the equator, the colder temperatures it experiences. Temperatures in equatorial regions stay relatively constant despite the shifting seasons. This is because, due to the curve of the Earth, the equatorial areas get more sunlight, according to the Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) program.
Being On Top of the World Allows Us All to Look at Things Differently. .
There are so many exciting adventures here in Costa Rica. Take a moment to think about all of the happiness that many people have experienced either on vacation or when living here full time. Costa Rica is a magical place. . one of the happiest countries on the planet. And our task is a very important one. . to SHARE with you the hundreds of stories that we gather from friends, neighbors, family members, clients and even strangers! We hope that you connect with one of these events. . that it may be the catalyst for you to visit or even to move here. The PURA VIDA LIFESTYLE is special and once you understand it. . once you experience it, even for a week or so, THERE'S NO TURNING BACK. It pulls you in. .
William "Skip" LichtPublished 2 years ago in WanderAlways Ready to Assist in Any Situation. . the Costa Rican People are Amazing. .
The hard-working, kind-hearted, energetic & passionate-about-life people here in Costa Rica. . we've shared a few stories with you last week and I wanted to start your day with another GOOD-NEWS story about a wonderful TICO that has been my friend and mechanic for over 10 years now.
William "Skip" LichtPublished 2 years ago in WanderWinter in the Sunshine State
So, after a week in New York, I was headed to Florida, firstly to Orlando and then on to St. Petersburg. The best thing about Florida upon arrival was of course the temperature, having endured the freezing climate of New York. I was also looking forward to the alligators. Whenever people write about Florida on Twitter, the emojis they use are a sun and an alligator. And there were signs next to the lake by the complex warning me of their presence. But I was saddened to never meet one. Had to settle for the one I'd seen in the New York Natural History Museum.
Matty LongPublished 2 years ago in WanderNO HALO
Audrey sat in the front seat of her car. A bottle of wine that she didn’t realize she already emptied was in her fist. Her tiny fist. The skyline was milking out the final drops of violet as the temperature fell with the sun. She waited. She felt stupid. She licked her sour lips and put a cold hand to her burning cheek. She was glad there were some clouds out today so that the sunset looked more like a painting than it did like nature. She was also incredibly glad that no one was on this side of the trail parking lot at 7:46pm on a Tuesday night in July.
Holly ElainePublished 2 years ago in WanderVirtual Reality, Venus, & Venice Venetia
Venice was more magical than I had ever imagined. In truth, I had never imagined it much. I just knew it was a place that I wanted to go. That it was special, and unique- interwoven with water and gothic architecture unlike anywhere else in the world.
Mysteries of the Apple
Trouble seems to find some people like metal to a magnet. But how? Why? If they are not a thieving scoundrel now, were they in a past life? Perhaps born under Ophiuchus, the forgotten constellation, and the world doesn't quite know what to do with them. Most likely it's just simple bad luck. Whatever the how and why, Griffin, Griff, was marked.
Laura A HumphriesPublished 2 years ago in WanderHow Danger is a Dangerous when Crossing Malaysia and Thailand Border With A Motorbike?
Many of us were unable to travel due to pandemic we faced at this time. But, I am here to bring you with me for a Motorbike tour from Singapore - Malaysia and Thailand. These 5 day trips surely will entertain you and we shall begin.
Elvie LinsPublished 2 years ago in WanderFlashback
FLASHBACK… You know how Facebook throws up in your face, memories of what you said and did last year? Well, this morning the past 370 days flashed before me. I reminisced for a Mississippi minute but sanely snapped back into Atlanta mode to check the driveway for the 15th time for the promised first snow of 2022.
7 Tourism Trends Shaping tomorrow travel
The world is changing every day. Discoveries, technology, environment, economy, everything is contributing towards these changes. The travel and tourism industry is also witnessing these changes.
Luvkesh AgarwalPublished 2 years ago in Wander