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5 Pike Place Must Go's
So you've decided to go to Pike Place, or maybe you're there already and not sure where to begin; and I'm your guide. Over the years I've been to Pike many times, it's so full of life, energy... and confusion. So many people, so many places, so much food, all the color, sound, and smells!
By Grace Kenner8 years ago in Wander
Are You Experiencing Reverse Culture Shock?
Re-entry. It feels like living on another planet in another time. Truly. Especially when you first get home. Everything is different, everything is weird. Your time is thrown off and you’re not sure what is happening. I know it sounds crazy, but everything really is different: the air, your skin, your bed, your friends and family, hell, even the sunlight feels slightly off. It’s not just jetlag, because you’ve had that before and it was never like this. Unlike jetlag, this feeling lasts for a while, at least. Slowly things start becoming more... ‘normal’ but this could last days, weeks, months or years and it’s hard, it actually is.
By Acasia Tucker8 years ago in Wander
Coffee That Deserves a Ceremony
Any Starbucks fans in the house? What's your favorite drink there? Maybe it's a cappuccino that they whip up, maybe it's a mocha, or a latte. Perhaps you like yours served black without all of the extras. Let's see how well we know our Starbucks history. When did the store first open its doors? According to Starbucks' website, their first store opened just under fifty years ago in Seattle's Pike Place Market. The company grew to fifty-five stores by 1989 and went on to have over twenty-two thousand stores as of 2015. That's a lot of coffee!
By Jamie Wallin8 years ago in Wander
Traveling Alone? Don't Forget...
Traveling alone can be one of the best experiences of a person’s life. But that doesn’t mean it is without it’s risks, especially if you are a young woman. Not everyone has Liam Neeson as a father who can come rescue us if we find ourselves in dangerous situations.
By Connolly Gray8 years ago in Wander
Journey to Israel's Civil Defence Front Line. Top Story - January 2018.
Travellers seldom select new towns. What attraction is to be found in the shadow of concrete boxes? It pays to make an exception, however, for it is here that people live with their stories, vitality, and living history. On a recent trip, I decided to visit Sderot, a 1950s new town that sits on the border of the Gaza strip, a town made notorious by incessant rocket attacks. It was hardly an onerous journey; a mere hour by train from Tel Aviv.
By Andrew Reid Wildman8 years ago in Wander
How to Road Trip Right
I'm a bit of an expert on road trips. I've driven from Massachusetts to Colorado twice, and back once. Each trip was about 30 hours of driving. I've driven from Massachusetts to Florida several times, to North Carolina, to Montreal, to Buffalo, to Toronto, to Philadelphia. I did a road trip from the Amalfi Coast to Venice while on my honeymoon in Italy. By my estimation, I've driven about 18,000 miles just on road trips.
By Michael Christopher8 years ago in Wander
10 Signs You Need a Vacation
In my life, I've met a lot of people who were smart, hard-working, and destined for success. However, one of the best, most intelligent people I know is no longer capable of holding a job. The reason why is because he had a nervous meltdown due to overwork while he was in school, and he ended up snapping.
By Sasha Konikovo8 years ago in Wander
Best Way to Travel Europe!
I recently got to spend a summer travelling across Europe, during a Mediterranean cruise vacation. In my opinion, this is the best way to experience European culture—especially if it is your first time visiting. A Mediterranean cruise allows you to see a large part of Europe, in a small amount of time. You are quite literally waking up in a new country everyday. I really did get to experience a bit of everything—from sightseeing in cities, to relaxing on the beach, to incredible hiking excursions.
By CHRIS WONG VLOGS8 years ago in Wander
Best Places to Vacation on the East Coast
The east coast usually doesn't get as much love as other vacation destinations across the country, but it's about time that changes. Sure, the weather can be brutal during the winter months, but when it finally defrosts, the east coast has some world class beach towns.
By Amanda Stamper8 years ago in Wander
Conquering Walt Disney World
1. Hidden Mickeys I am sure you’ve heard about the hidden Mickeys, because well, who hasn’t? If you are unfamiliar with the hidden Mickeys, then this will definitely be a treat for your next trip to Walt Disney World. There are actually a few published books/pamphlets that you can purchase online that will tell you where all of them are located. However, I like a challenge. (Of course, you could also just read a few articles online to get an idea of what/where they are.) The last two times I visited Walt Disney World, I have actually found a few of them. When you are on rides, pay attention. I know there is so much going on and there is so much to look at. I found a super tiny hidden Mickey on the Splash Mountain ride. This ride in particular has so many things to see and take in. To be honest, I wasn’t looking for one at that time. I just came across it. The hidden Mickey I saw was a fishing lure, hidden along with a few other lures. I immediately got excited.
By Ashleigh Lowe8 years ago in Wander
Nontraditional Ways to Save Money For Travel
One of the key aspects of being a millennial is our desire to travel, travel, travel. Collecting stamps in my passport has become not just a hobby, but something that is instilled in my body... almost like a deep subconscious pulse.
By Hntrmlltte __8 years ago in Wander
