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Temple Hopping in Thailand: Must Do's!
Wat: a term given to Buddhist or Hindu temples in Thailand, and other parts of Southeast Asia. Thailand has an abundance of wats (with all respect and for scaling purposes only, one may refer to them as the Starbucks of Thailand). Many of them are "must-sees" for their ornate architecture and more so, for their highly coveted sightings of monks in orange robes. But it can be tricky to pick and choose which of the many wats are worth visiting, especially if you're a backpacker on a tight schedule.
By Jazz Morgan8 years ago in Wander
5 Tips and Tricks for Visiting Los Angeles
Okay, so you've dreamed of the day you'll hop off a plane at LAX with a dream and your cardigan, and you've already booked your flight. I can tell you from experience that you are going to have the time of your life. As a former Angelo, allow me to give you some tips and tricks to optimize your visit to the City of Angels.
By Barbara Spoor8 years ago in Wander
Bora Bora—Does It Always Have to Be Expensive?
Admit it, you've always wanted to go to Bora Bora, swim in the crystal clear water, and, brag about having gone to your friends :) But when you search prices, the trip totals to over $10,000. WELL SCRATCH THAT IDEA!!! Today I am going to be teaching you how to travel to Bora Bora on a budget, while still living the luxury life.
By Alex Smith8 years ago in Wander
Do You Hike?
Do you love to hike? Do you hike alone? With friends? Or with family? Hiking is like a exercise. Some don't think so. If you really think about it, you're climbing over fallen trees, climbing moderate mountains, walking down trails and all such of stuff. To some, like serial killers, it's a place to murder or bury a body. Me? It's a nature palace where I can smoke ganja and not get judgement from animals and spirits that roam there. I also, before I became a mother, used to swim in the river, nude, in an isolated area. Nature is a very kind place.
By Gayle Lebus8 years ago in Wander
The Little Girl Who Finally Saw the Stones
My mama said to me on occasion, "There is so much more to life outside of Rogers, Arkansas." I remember when she would say this, I would just stare at her, then stare at the ground, shaking my head while sipping a juice pouch, and continue to play on the broken-down, highly dangerous tire-swing in the backyard.
By Jamie Stephens8 years ago in Wander
Taking a Cruise
Why going on a cruise is worth it: Have you ever been frightened to go on a cruise? Do you want to try it but you're not sure if it is worth the money? I am sure people have many questions regarding their decision on vacationing on a cruise. Back in 2014, my family and I went on a five day cruise to the Bahamas. This was an overall great experience for all of us. Traveling and the cost of a cruise can be worrisome, but if you have a budget set out, and the extra money available, it is worth it.
By Scootah Scootah8 years ago in Wander
Valuable Life Lessons That I Learned Growing Up in Vancouver
Looking back at this post, I realize that some of these might sound a bit... obvious. But how often does one remind themselves to do these simple yet excruciatingly difficult things and eventually find themselves not actually doing them until it's too damn late?! It is precisely those 'ugh–damnit' moments that encouraged me to write about the valuable-yet-simple life lessons that living and growing up in Vancouver has taught me over the years. An umbrella-in-the-face nudge, just to remind you, if you will. So roll out your yoga mat, strap in and channel your inner Buddha; here are some of my most valuable life lessons I learned growing up in Vancouver.
By Delilah Jayde8 years ago in Wander
