america
Travel from sea to shining sea; by car or by plane, there's plenty to see in the good ole US of A.
Confession of a Commuter
I figured that I'd post something lighthearted for my first post on this site. I admit, I have spent the last four years of my life driving long distance to my job. Does it suck? Sure does. There are many things I could do during the time it takes for me to drive from my small town, to Boston, Massachusetts (and vice versa).
By Genevieve Roxx8 years ago in Wander
Denver: New and Improved
After a recent visit to Denver, Colorado I learned that every city is evolving and can change in the blink of an eye. Denver is now a vibrant, fun, eclectic, and young town. But as every local I spoke to told me this hasn't always been the case. Denver used to be a dinky city just like any other in the United States. Yeah people would visit to see the surrounding mountains but there wasn't anything special about it. Denver didn't used to have an identity which was hurtful to the city's tourism aspect. In the last few years Denver has established itself and really transformed its image in a positive way.
By Rachel (Queen Wanderlust) đź‘‘8 years ago in Wander
Why Are You Ranking: The Highest Points in the State of Delaware Listed from Not Quite to Just Right
Whether you inhabit the state or have just driven through it, you may find that Delaware is one of the flattest states in the Union. With only two significant points of interest regarding heights above sea level, the First State can boast nothing about mountain ranges or peaks. Determined to be amongst the flattest geographic sites in the United States, Delaware would rank third in lowest points if Washington D.C. saw statehood. That part of the country’s lowest point is in Fort Reno and is 429 ft above sea level. So, once again, like Rhode Island being the smallest state in America, Delaware comes up short in regard to taking the first place in geographic terms. But that doesn’t stop people from arguing over what point in Delaware is the highest. Most people would believe that it is Iron Hill. While this certainly is the largest hill in the state, the Delaware Geological Survey has announced that it is indeed not the highest point in the Small Wonder state. The battle over what point is actually the highest is determined through the powers of mathematics and scientific study. The geologists who have discovered the facts represent the explorers of a frontier that has been unchanged for eons. Still, the myths and legends persist. There is a great misconception as to the exact place where the earth rises above sea level the most in Delaware. People will argue day and night about what they feel is the correct answer. Only one answer exists. So, get your U.S. Census Bureau’s Statistical Abstract of the United States for Why Are You Ranking: The Highest Points in the State of Delaware Listed from Not Quite to Just Right.
By Skyler Saunders8 years ago in Wander
Los Angeles to Seattle
A few weeks ago I took a trip to Vancouver, WA to surprise my best friend for her graduation. That part was really fun. I then decided to stay a while longer visiting Seattle, which took three hours by train. The sudden change in atmosphere was kind of overwhelming, and here are just some things I noticed while I was visiting.
By Christina Richardson8 years ago in Wander
Must See Places Whilst Visiting Manhattan
One World Trade I tend to start my visit with all the cool things downtown. The One World Trade Center is so mesmerising, and if you head down there early morning the sunrise reflecting on the glass panels gives it a beautiful shine.
By Jack Fowler8 years ago in Wander
Small Town Girl’s Travel Guide to NYC
I grew up in the middle of nowhere in South Dakota. You know the state that you had no idea people lived in? Where my graduating class was 13 people. Where you had to drive 60 miles if you wanted fast food. Yep. That was my life. Now, as a 24-year-old young professional in the real world, I have decided to pursue travel writing. I had my first trip to NYC, my first trip to the upper East Coast in general, and I can say I was more than nervous. The least of my worries was the harsh winter weather. As I flew into the airport, I thought about all the things I thought I knew about New York: Time Square, Lady Liberty, Central Park, the small spaces, the city that never sleeps, the depressed people. What I came to discover was some things weren’t quite what they seemed, and some were extremely accurate. Here is NYC at a glance from a young Midwestern girl:
By Jessika Wager8 years ago in Wander
The State That Disappeared
Do you keep up with the news? How engrossed is our society into social media? We have access to the world at the fingertips of our hands, yet we know so little about so much. What if I were to tell you that 80% of your state is starting to disappear around you—would you keep up with the news then? If you haven’t kept up with the news, let me fill you in.
By Genae Fassitt8 years ago in Wander
