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The Science and Nature of Wanderlust, tourism, landmarks for nature buffs and more.

Scaleber Foss And The Ribble Weir In Settle
Introduction Over the last two days, I have had walks to two watery places in Settle. I recently found out that water (lakes and rivers) is the entrance to the Welsh mythological Otherworld.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in Wander
Agafay Desert: The Closest Desert Escape From Marrakech
There are places in Morocco that feel like stepping into a postcard… and then there’s Agafay a desert that feels like you stepped into a dream. Unlike the Sahara, Agafay isn’t made of sweeping golden dunes. Instead, it’s a stone desert with soft rolling hills, dramatic horizons, and a deep quiet that settles into your bones.
By Ariel Cohen2 months ago in Wander
Kedarkantha - Must Visit Trekking Destination in Uttarakhand
Kedarkantha is a stunning Himalayan peak in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, standing at 12,500 ft (3,810 m) within the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. The peak offers a perfect blend of adventure, natural beauty, and the thrill of summiting a Himalayan peak.
By Mountains Curve2 months ago in Wander
"There Are Wolves Up There!"
My professor friend K and I went for a hike to the mountains around the town of Mestia in Svaneti, the highest region in Georgia. We wanted to see the Koruldi Lakes near the glacier at the foot of the two-peak Ushba mountain of the Greater Caucasus Range separating Georgia and Russia.
By Lana V Lynx2 months ago in Wander
Top 5 Treks for Beginners in Uttarakhand, India
Uttarakhand, often called the Land of Gods, is a dream destination for trekking enthusiasts. With its rolling meadows, sparkling rivers, dense forests, and mighty Himalayan peaks, it offers some of the most scenic and beginner-friendly treks in India. If you're new to trekking or planning your first Himalayan adventure, Uttarakhand has plenty of safe, well-marked, and breathtaking trails to choose from.
By Shivam Chandra3 months ago in Wander
Luxury Everest View Trek
Luxury Everest View Trek is short trip in Everest region, which is doable in just 5 days instead of doing Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek 10 days. It offers wide range of Everest Himalaya range including, Mount Everest, Amadablem, Thamserkhu, Lhotse and many more.
By First Himalayan3 months ago in Wander
Gene Simmons Surprises Viewers by Crashing Los Angeles Weather Report. AI-Generated.
A Surprise Appearance on Live TV During a regular morning newscast on a Los Angeles television station, meteorologist Shanna Mendiola was in the middle of her weather forecast when Simmons walked onto the set. The moment caught both the audience and the newscaster by surprise. Wearing his trademark dark sunglasses and confident grin, Simmons took over the segment with characteristic charm.
By Saad 3 months ago in Wander
Neighborhood Guide: LA's Wilshire
A Legendary Road Spawns a Community Los Angeles has several famous roads that crisscross the area. Sunset, Hollywood, Sepulveda, Crenshaw, and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH to locals) are just a few of those streets known worldwide.
By Dean Traylor3 months ago in Wander
Oregon Caves: A Hidden Gem in the Forest
A Sign Leads the Way During the Summer of 1996, my sister, brother-in-law and I took a road trip from the Bay Area of Northern California all the way to British Columbia. Along the way, we spotted a sign indicating an exit for the Oregon Caves National Monument.
By Dean Traylor3 months ago in Wander
Amazing Rock Formations
Brimham Rocks is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest and Geological Conservation Review located northwest of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, in England. The site is known for its water- and weather-eroded rocks formed more than 325 million years ago. They have formed amazing shapes.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Wander
The Rise of Revenge Travel: Why We’re Traveling Harder, Farther, and With More Meaning
I. The World Stopped — Then We Started Running In early 2020, the world went still. Borders closed. Airports emptied. Suitcases gathered dust.
By arsalan ahmad3 months ago in Wander
Scuba Diving Travel Hacks: Packing Light Without Missing Essentials
Introduction: Dive Smart, Travel Light Every scuba diver knows that preparing for a trip can be just as thrilling—and sometimes stressful—as the dive itself. From packing regulators and wetsuits to ensuring your dive computer is charged, the list of gear can feel endless. But what if you could travel lighter without sacrificing safety or comfort?
By Parrot Island Scuba Adventures3 months ago in Wander