america
Travel from sea to shining sea; by car or by plane, there's plenty to see in the good ole US of A.
Most Bizarre Museums In America
America's fascination with the strange has always been around. It's one of the reasons why P.T. Barnum's freak shows helped launch him into stardom and helped him retire a millionaire. Though freak shows may no longer be as popular, the fact is that Americans still are deeply enamored with the strange.
By Rowan Marley9 years ago in Wander
Best US Cities for Weekenders
What could possibly be better than a weekend trip? It offers all the relaxing benefits of vacation, allows you to exercise your curiosity, and try some new things - all without missing work on Monday. (Not that you'd miss work, anyway.)
By Erik Skaarsgard9 years ago in Wander
Best National Parks in the US
The United States National Park System is one of the largest preservation projects in the world, and houses some of the most fascinating locations in America. Some of these parks are basically wildlife preserves that are filled with rich ecosystems and endangered species. Others are famous historic locations that allow us to get a glimpse into America's past. Even more are a fine mix of both.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart9 years ago in Wander
North To Alaska
They say taking the road less traveled and off the beaten path brings a sense of reverence and humility toward life that one would miss entirely if they proceeded on to that beaten path. Through-out my entire life the path I have always chosen has been the road less traveled. Sometimes I got in trouble but through it all the paths I have taken only brought out the inner strength of character along with a keen awareness of the sanctity of life that would have laid doormat otherwise. My travels to the far corners of the globe have also given me a unique perspective for different cultures and a deeper respect for their way of life. But, in all of those travels the one place that holds me captive with its natural beauty and sheer majesty where so much of the land is virtually untouched by man is in America's "Last Frontier" Alaska.
By Dr. Williams9 years ago in Wander
Dave’s Place Elevates All with Down to Earth NYC Townies
I went to college in Plattsburgh, New York – the North Country. Every weekend the downtown bars were mobbed with college students drinking one dollar beers and doing what they do. Scattered along side, "townies" tried to pass themselves off as us. It was always an uneasy piece, as it probably is in many places across the country. But if you really wanted to get a taste and put aside this youthful air of undeserved superiority that we haughtily wore among our community hosts – "The Royal" was the place to go. That said, we from our pretentious suburban, urban and middle class perches have all given these places a go. And while we hope our arrogance is forgiven, we are all the better for rising to the level of the down to earth people that are always encountered. I recently found a bar such as this in the unlikeliest place – West 42nd and 9th avenue in Manhattan.
By Rich Monetti9 years ago in Wander
Day-cationing in the Finger Lakes
I went to school in upstate New York (Cornell University, to be exact--GO RED). Even though a good portion of it involved slaving away for hours on papers and walking up icy slopes just to get to class and discuss whale mating sounds (sit in on Oceanography 101, I dare you), I miss it endlessly.
By Marina Caitlin Watts9 years ago in Wander
From Skidoo to Aguereberry
So after visiting Cerro Gordo we headed into Death Valley. Our first stop was at Father Crowley Point. The attraction here is the beautiful geological formations, their colors and the fact that the military practices in the canyon there. So much so that the canyon has been nicknamed the Star Wars Canyon. Unfortunately that day, because of the cloud cover, they weren't flying.
By Michele James9 years ago in Wander
Fire on the Mountain: The Appalachian Culture
By 1966 in the mountains of North Georgia, much of the old folk knowledge was disappearing. The culture of Appalachia was being replaced with fast food and discount stores. This was a culture of oral tradition rather than the written word. The older people of the region had pursued a way of life learned from their parents and not too changed in over a century. Young people had discovered Wal-Mart and McDonald. The times had changed and there was no longer a need for weavers, blacksmiths, carters and ham curers.
By Kathleen Walls9 years ago in Wander
