Category: Wander
The Eight Most Remarkable Dark Tourism Sites in Russia
In the early 20th century, Russia experienced a period of social and political revolution. The powers that won spent the next 70 years trying to…
Seven Animals That Would Have Gone Extinct If It Hadn’t Been for Zoos
Humans have this incredible ability to destroy the world around them. As a result, habitat loss has become one of the greatest threats – and…
10 of the Most Stunning Waterfalls on Earth
Few sites in nature inspire more awe and wonder than waterfalls. As a result, these natural miracles are among the most popular tourist destinations in…
The Eight Most Interesting Bridges In the World
The original London Bridge was built between 1176-1209 and represented an architectural marvel. While bridges in general have been built to serve a purpose, designers…
Tips to Remember When Embarking On Your First Backpacking Trip
Backpacking is one of the most popular hobbies in the United States. It’s estimated that over 10 million people took part in the pastime in…
Terrifying Birds That Look Just Like The Dinosaurs They’re Descended From
For a large number of animals, it’s clear they descended from dinosaurs – think of sea creatures like sharks, crabs and alligators. There’s also land…
The Dugong Is the First Large Vertebrae to Become ‘Functionally Extinct’ Off China’s Coast
The dugong, a species of sea cow that’s said to have inspired ancient tales of mermaids, has been declared “functionally extinct” in China’s coastal waters.…
10 of the World’s Rarest Animals – You’ll Have to See Them to Believe They Exist!
Given how big the world is, it would be naïve to believe we’ve discovered all that there is to be found. From undiscovered plant life…
Six Celebrities Who Are Making a Difference for the Environment – And Five Who Are Killing It
When one has a lot of money, it’s easy to do an awful lot of harm to the Earth. This includes having a massive carbon…
An Indonesian Teenager Once Survived 49 Days Adrift At Sea
For those who frequent the sea, one of their biggest fears is being stranded without any food or water. In Indonesia, it’s actually the job…