activities
Whether you're a sight-seer, thrill seeker or beach lounger, activities to satisfy bucket lists of all kinds.
Errol Flynn's Swimming Pool
Engine failure My boat’s gearbox had failed off Haiti while on passage from Cuba to the British Virgin Islands. There had been little wind overnight so couldn’t sail. We’d been making about 5 knots under engine when the gearbox gave up its ghost at about 05:00 hours. For several reasons Haiti was not a viable option for us to head for and we were becalmed for most of the day about 12 miles south of Île à Vache.
By James Marinero3 years ago in Wander
How to get paid to travel for free/low cost
Many of us love traveling, but most of us simply don’t have the funds to travel as much as we like for an extended period of time. After calculating the costs of taking some time off work (not everyone gets paid for vacation time), then prepping for travel like buying travel gear, getting the proper vaccinations, paying for visa fees, etc., then researching and budgeting for flights, accommodation, travel insurance, entertainment, food and even the Uber ride to the airport can quickly add up to be extremely costly; and you haven’t even left the country yet!
By Radhakrishnan AG3 years ago in Wander
Rules of Law
How are the Rules of Law in the world? The rules of law vary widely across the world. Some countries have strong, well-established legal systems that provide a high degree of protection for individual rights and property, while others have weaker systems that are subject to corruption and abuse.
By yasir saleem3 years ago in Wander
Chronicles of an Independent Traveller
Solo travel can be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences a person can have. The freedom to explore new places, meet new people, and discover new cultures is truly priceless. However, many people are hesitant to take the leap and travel alone due to fear of the unknown or feelings of insecurity.
By Radhakrishnan AG3 years ago in Wander
Tamil Nadu's Pongal festival in India : A celebration of nature, harvest and culture
Introduction Pongal is a four-day harvest festival celebrated in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, and by Tamil communities worldwide. It is typically celebrated in the month of January and marks the beginning of the sun's six-month-long journey northwards (known as Uttarayana).
By Rachel Green3 years ago in Wander
Selfie Absorbed
Meg was a beautiful grad student, about a year older than me. We were laying on the floor of her dorm room at Columbia University. She rolled toward me and we kissed. With my free hand, I took a selfie at the perfect moment. The photo looked as if someone else snapped it.
By Jonathan Warren3 years ago in Wander
Discovering Brothels, Bordellos and Burdels
Some years ago I spent a couple of winters in Sicily, living on my boat in the dock at Marina de Ragusa. It’s a wonderful Island with great wine and pizzas to die for. Just up the road is the old city of Ragusa which is a World Heritage Site. There’s plenty of other history too with amazing Roman ruins, at Agrigento for example. Then there’s an active volcano, Mt. Etna if you fancy visiting a boiling crater.
By James Marinero3 years ago in Wander
Brian Ghannam Shares Hiking Destinations You Should Experience | Atlanta, GA
Getting around a country on foot is one of the most fun ways to explore it. Many factors go into choosing a country’s best hiking trails, such as the weather, culture, and scenery. These are why some of the world’s best hiking trails are worth a trip. If you’re looking for your next hiking destination, this article features some of the most notable locations in the world.
By Brian Ghannam3 years ago in Wander
