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.
The Most Instagrammable Spots in Rome
Rome is inarguably one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Known for its breathtaking architecture, amazing selection of eateries and not to mention is boasts some infamous landmarks such as the roman forum, pantheon and colosseum, there is a photo opportunity around every corner. With such stunning backdrops, it is no wonder thousands of tourists flock to the city to view and get photos at the sites, making it one of the instagram capitals of the world. The #Rome hashtag has over 21 million results. However, with so many people, especially in the peak tourist times, there can be a constant battle to get a great shot in an overcrowded tourist hotspot such as the Trevi Fountain. But whilst some of the tourist sites must be featured on the gram, there are some less discovered spots in Rome that present really unique photo opportunities. Here is a guide to some of the most picturesque and lesser known spots in Rome to capture the perfect instagram picture.
By Sara Robards6 years ago in Wander
Palermo, That's All
I don't tell those kinds of stories. You know the ones. The Three Drunk Norwegians. The Narcotrafficantes Who Chased Me Through The Jungle That Time. The Multigenerational Balinese Family Who Taught Me How To Love. Is there any greater bore than a travel bore? I can see myself even now, desperately checking my phone for messages while some pompous narcissist drones on about how in Mongolia, like, everything was like, four-dimensional. They talk about travel broadening the mind, but I see people's focus narrowing constantly, shrinking with every border they cross until every country merges into the others, and all that remains in the bright bare circle of focus is themselves.
By Ryan Frawley6 years ago in Wander
Lagos Portugal - Beaches, Eats, and the Best Places to Drink
Location: Lagos, Portugal Getting there: Fly to Faro and get a train (1.5 hours) or cab (45 minutes, €90), catch a bus or train from Lisbon (4.5 hours, €20) or bus from Seville, Spain (4.5 hours, €10-25).
By Our Getaway Life6 years ago in Wander
Pros and Cons of Prague
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, and last weekend I was there for a city break. Having barely visited Central Europe prior to this trip, I was amazed by all the beautiful architecture. Everywhere you look, there is a beautiful bridge or building to admire. The weather was also way better than expected, it was mid-October and too warm to wear a jacket. Here are some quick pros and cons of Prague.
By Tone Breistrand6 years ago in Wander
Ranking My City Breaks Worst to Best
I've travelled to quite a few places now, let's see how they all rank. 10. London—United Kingdom Maybe I was too young to truly appreciate London but I've been once and never had the desire to return. I was sixteen when I went and it was on a school trip so that may have factored into why I didn't enjoy it as much as I maybe should have. It could also be that, being from Scotland, the culture in London isn't far off what I already have and so I'm not really learning anything new from the experience. Regardless of never wanting to go back, I did enjoy my walk around China Town.
By Grace Lynch6 years ago in Wander
The Albanian Maneuver
“Too much.” “Too much?” The gas station attendant thumbed through the crumpled bills stuffed into an envelope he held and shrugged. More lek. The last thing we needed was more Albanian currency. We were leaving the country in an hour. The car didn’t need much gas, but the rental agreement demanded it be returned with a full tank. The €50 note I had given him glowed red in the midst of the pale blue Albanian money.
By Ryan Frawley6 years ago in Wander
Summer Travel to Warwick Castle in England Makes Great Educational Experience for Kids
What could be more painful to a kid than hearing that the weekend will be spent at an upstate Renaissance Fair. On the other hand, recreating the middle ages becomes a lot more interesting when a trip to England can provide ample infrastructure of the era and the living history to go with it. Sort of reporting from England, I recently traveled overseas to visit my English Girlfriend, and Warwick Castle in Warwick, England was a Saturday destination.
By Rich Monetti6 years ago in Wander
The French-Speaking Countries that Every Traveler Should Visit
Most people know that French is a very popular language that has a large influence on the world today. What a lot of people don’t know however is exactly how many countries around the world speak this wonderful language. In total, there are 29 countries where French is an official language. That is over 10% of all countries that exist on Earth. Not every country that speaks French is a place that you absolutely must visit, but there definitely are a handful that are highly-recommended. Let’s take a look.
By Jimmy Wilkinson6 years ago in Wander
