europe
Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.
Flowing through the Danube capital's history
The journey I have been waiting for the last 4 months. Few things can push me going trough fatigue like the idea of the next travel. This time the desire was stronger, as I felt I need to go by myself. Out of my comfort zone.
Giancarlo Di DonatoPublished about 9 hours ago in WanderThree journeys to Ukraine, 2014 – 2022
(First Journey) _ Pickled tomatoes and vodka and Distressingly dill-flavoured chicken in Kiev – (No, Kyiv, I am told)
Roderick MakimPublished about 13 hours ago in WanderThe Second Visit
PART III Andrea invited me to visit her again, our "do-over." So much had happened in the two years since I saw her in person. A month after I returned from the Oxford visit, I rushed to my mother's bedside to be with her in her final weeks of life. It was an opportunity to share words, space, love, and companionship with her one last time, one I would have missed had I not chosen to cut my trip short because of the pandemic.
Whispers of Snow
One frosty winter morning, I embarked on a journey to a place where the unexpected danced from the sky: snowflakes, delicate as whispers, yet powerful enough to stir the depths of my soul. Little did I know, it would become a journey etched into the very fabric of my being, a tapestry woven with threads of wonder, awe, and raw emotion.
Sienna BlackwoodPublished 2 days ago in WanderMy Journey to the Hidden Haven of the Amber Coast
Nestled along the Amber Coast of Poland lies a secret haven, known only to the select few who dare to seek it out. It's a place where the whispers of the wind and the crash of the waves against rugged cliffs create a symphony of nature—a sanctuary of unparalleled beauty waiting to be discovered.
Sienna BlackwoodPublished 2 days ago in WanderWithin Rhodian Hills and Pine Forest
Driving on through Rhodian countryside – inching higher up up, as paths get lost amidst the parched hills and buzzing pine forest – the wilderness becomes primal, more authentic. As we move away from the predictable coastal resorts, venturing out from the rushed tourist trail, it is possible, a must maybe, to discover elusive hidden gems which are so often missed. Perhaps this is as it should be, as forgotten treasures can be allowed to remain peacefully in their exquisite slumber, to evolve then undisturbed.
Tammy WakefordPublished 2 days ago in WanderThe Midnight Madness
Amidst the quiet hum of the small town of Willow Creek, nestled beneath a canopy of ancient trees, there stood a carnival—an ephemeral spectacle that materialized only under the veil of night. Within its labyrinthine confines, where the scent of cotton candy mingled with the faint whispers of the wind, there lay a sinister secret—a ghost train that traversed the darkness, its passengers destined for a journey beyond the realms of the living.
- Top Story - May 2024
A Gneiss View
It was a bright day in early March, the sun was shining and a substantial fall of fresh snow lay pristine under an arching blue sky. I stepped off the train at Lairg, midway along the branch line that winds its way from Inverness to Wick in the far north of Scotland and wondered whether the postbus would be in the station car park or somewhere between where I stood and Lochinver, lodged up to its headlights in snow.
Italy: My Solo Adventure In Florence
Italy had been on my list forever. It was like that crush you can’t help but daydream about. So, last year in May, I finally decided that it was time to turn those daydreams into reality and I booked my first solo trip to Italy. There were going to be a lot of firsts including this one being my first time to a new country altogether by myself. I had already booked my tickets to Milan while I was on a trip to Wales during Easter. So, that meant that I couldn’t back out now. I wasn’t going to anyway because I was too excited to go there!
Isha AroraPublished 4 days ago in WanderThe Magic Bus
Words and photographs by Christy Munson. ______________ Choosing Happiness By May of 2013, my love and I need adventure. We need to heal our hearts and soothe our souls. We trust intuition and take a bit of a gamble.
Christy MunsonPublished 5 days ago in Wander- Top Story - May 2024
Sitting in DNA Soup
I am sitting in “DNA soup”- actually, a Jacuzzi at the Melia Hotel in Nassau, Bahamas. It might as well be a soup though, from the amount of people sitting in it. I’d wager that if you were to take a ladle from that hot tub and send it to a DNA testing facility, you’d have genetics from every corner of the planet.
Kelley SteadPublished 5 days ago in Wander Unveiling the Delicious Mystery: The Behind-the-Scenes Story of Pastel de Nata
In the world of pastries, few treats capture the imagination and delight the taste buds quite like the Pastel de Nata. This delectable Portuguese custard tart has risen from humble origins to become a global sensation, beloved by pastry enthusiasts everywhere. But what is the story behind this iconic dessert? How did it come to be, and what secrets lie behind its irresistible allure? Join us on a journey through time and taste as we uncover the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of the Pastel de Nata.
Gabriel GimaPublished 5 days ago in Wander