Our Wander writers have an interest in the cultural aspects of travel whether it be art, local foods, traditions, festivals, or history. Cultural travel will enrich you as you broaden your understanding of the places you visit.
Delve into America's culture and history on a two-week Iowa road trip. Experience the many sights, smells, and tastes of the Midwest. Iowa was never on my bucket list of places to visit, but because my son's future in-laws live in and love the state, I decided to...
Formerly a part of the vast and powerful Ottoman empire, Jordan is a country that holds great historical significance. It shows you a picture of history that has been tucked away for centuries. Neighboring Palestine, Syria, and Iraq, this country occupies a great area...
London is one of the world’s essential art centers. The visual and performing arts thrive in the city. For centuries, every style—from classic to contemporary—has enjoyed exhibitions in public and private. Modern art lovers enjoy a dynamic scene in galleries, museums,...
Hotel Max is one of Seattle's hippest downtown boutique hotels with trendy amenities to match. A cherry red reception counter and the stack of drums by artist Ivan Navarro almost vibrate against the dark urban tones and contemporary lines in the lobby. Add on a signed...
Press Release It's time again for the annual Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival in Phoenix. It celebrates the memory of deceased loved ones with processions, colorful music and dance, and traditional displays. The Dia de Los Muertos Festival attracts crowds...
There are great wow moments in Birmingham—from the Civil Rights Institute to award-winning food. Here are 7 reasons to visit Birmingham now. Even though it’s the largest city in Alabama, Birmingham never really crossed my mind as a travel destination. I knew it had...
India is blessed to have some of the world's best architectural marvels. We bring you the top 7 historic destinations in India. When was the last time you participated in a history quiz? School, right? And you dreaded those sleepy history lessons because you never...
Visiting the once mysterious land of the Hopi people in Arizona makes for an intriguing and exciting getaway. The Hopi Arizona Mesas are not far from Flagstaff, the Grand Canyon, and Sedona and will afford you the opportunity to learn about the Hopi people, their...
People often do not think about how food arrives on their plates. They go to the grocery store, produce market, or the fishmonger and make their purchases. While visiting the BC Seafood Festival, I toured an oyster, geoduck and salmon farm. I wrote about my...
Over the centuries, composers have attempted to capture their natural surroundings in music, from the bucolic imagery of Beethoven’s “Pastoral Symphony” to the vast prairies evoked by Aaron Copland’s “The Tender Land.” Oregon is lucky to boast a fortune of natural...