humor
Between language barriers, culture wars, and strange people at the airport, your trip is bound to be rife with laughter.
Why San Juan del Sur Isn’t the Beach Paradise We Hoped For
The first beach day we had in San Juan del Sur was strange to say the least. We found a nice spot and I sat cross-legged with my palms resting on my thighs, eyes closed, and headphones in place for my guided meditation. In that moment, I felt like I practically had a “do not disturb” sign around my neck, but I found myself being shaken like a cocktail tumbler, and I opened my eyes to see a man grinning at me as he pleaded for money. I shook my head and said “So sorry, but no, I don’t have anything”
By Sh*t Happens - Lost Girl Travelabout a year ago in Wander
The Clampetts Go To Canada
In 1962, the CBS network debuted a TV show called The Beverly Hillbillies. The show’s premise was that Jed Clampett, a poor backwoodsman from the Ozark region in Missouri, struck oil on his land and became rich overnight. On the advice of his kinfolk, he moved his mother-in-law, daughter, and cousin’s son to Beverly Hills, California.
By Vanessa Brownabout a year ago in Wander
The House That Assaulted All Five Senses
The house assaulted the senses like a tidal wave. It was March 2023 and I needed a place to stay for three months as I ducked out of Canada to renew my visa. I’d met Skye (not her real name) while I’d been holed up in Cancún a couple of years prior during the global pandemic, and we’d established a friendship. On hearing of my desired return to the Riviera Maya, she offered a room in her four-bedroom home for a really good price.
By Vanessa Brownabout a year ago in Wander
Natures Symphony: The Harmonious Beauty of Bangkong Kahoy Valley Near Mount Banahaw Dolores Quezon Province
On November 30, 2024, our adventure began as we set out for Peaceful Forest Haven, a serene retreat nestled in the picturesque Bangkong Kahoy Valley (BK) in Dolores, Quezon Province. Our group comprised five enthusiastic friends eager to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. To enhance our journey, we made stops along the way to pick up colleagues from Eastwood, Pasig, and Muntinlupa City, adding to the camaraderie of our outing.
By Domingo Añasco-Gaces Samontina, Jr.about a year ago in Wander
Unplugged and Unwind: A Relaxing 3-Day Retreat in Barangay Pundaquit, San Antonio, Zambales
Step away from the chaotic pace of urban life and discover the stunning natural beauty of Barangay Pundaquit in San Antonio, Zambales. Nestled along the breathtaking western coast of the Philippines, this idyllic retreat invites you to experience a harmonious blend of relaxation, thrilling adventures, and revitalizing experiences. Picture yourself lounging on pristine beaches, surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of the ocean. Whether you seek to unplug from the digital world, immerse yourself in the wonders of nature, or simply lose yourself in a peaceful environment, this 3-day retreat is designed to rejuvenate your spirit and refresh your body. Embrace the tranquility and let the serene landscape renew your senses.
By Domingo Añasco-Gaces Samontina, Jr.about a year ago in Wander
The Lessons That I Derived from My Recent Wanderlust
The darkness that surrounds the storm is often the most turbulent period of hardships that embellish us into the trance of not knowing what to do. I learnt the lessons of patience, virtue and gratitude from the darkest periods of my life. Life has its ways of embracing us in its wisdom, staggering us into the whirlwinds of challenges and adversities, only to gift us with peonies of hope. Hope can metamorphose mountains of hatred into the galloping beauty of existence that showers us with the narrative of self-belief and confidence. It is often in a wanderlust away from our daily surroundings that we realize the wonder that the world we live in has to offer. Forgiveness after a storm is like accepting the catastrophe without denying the damage it has done. It is painful but necessary to survive, to thrive in our lives.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Wander
The Magnificent Marvels of Minalungao National Park: A Creative Journey
On October 20, 2024, we set off from Eastwood City, eager to explore the natural beauty of Minalungao National Park in Nueva Ecija. The journey was an adventure, filled with winding roads, picturesque landscapes, and the thrill of the unknown. As we crossed bridges and passed through small villages, the scenery shifted from urban sprawl to lush greenery.
By Domingo Añasco-Gaces Samontina, Jr.about a year ago in Wander








