fact or fiction
Is it a fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores travel myths to help you avoid making that wrong turn.
Backcountry Backpacking the Lakeshore Trail in the Smoky Mountains: A True Test of Grit
I just returned from a 3-day backpacking backcountry trip in the Smoky Mountains. For those who love the Smokies, the call of the wilderness is irresistible. Winding footpaths, hidden campsites, and the promise of solitude pull hikers deep into one of the most beloved national parks in the country. Among the network of more than 900 miles of official trails, a handful stand out as true tests of endurance and patience. The Lakeshore Trail is one of them.
By Tim Carmichael6 months ago in Wander
The Dos and Don'ts of Travelling In A Group
This is not (just) a call-out to deeply inconsiderate people who I am currently on tour with, but a general guide to travelling as part of a group, especially when that group doesn't just consist of family who are obligated to not attempt to murder you until you get home and can be sent to opposite sides of the house.
By Natasja Rose6 months ago in Wander
Getting Lost in Lisbon: The Magic of Wandering Without a Map
M Mehran The first rule of traveling, they say, is to always know where you’re going. Book your tickets early, plan your itinerary, mark every must-see on the map. But the best memories I’ve made while traveling didn’t come from careful planning. They came from getting lost.
By Muhammad Mehran6 months ago in Wander
The Road to Nowhere
M Mehran Aarav had always been restless. Even as a child, he hated staying in one place for too long. Every corner of his small hometown felt too familiar, every routine too predictable. While other kids dreamt of stability—a steady job, a house, a family—Aarav dreamt of wandering. He wanted to explore, to lose himself in new places, to let the world rewrite the boundaries of his life.
By Muhammad Mehran7 months ago in Wander
What No One Tells You About Moving Abroad
I used to think moving abroad was just about changing an address. Pack the boxes, board the plane, start over. Social media painted it like a dream—Instagram feeds full of rooftop brunches, new apartments, and glamorous cityscapes.
By Shehzad Anjum7 months ago in Wander
Trapped by a Monster of the Wild
2013, a story emerged from the rugged wilderness of Australia that sounded almost like a scene out of a survival thriller. Yet it was real, a chilling reminder of how unpredictable and merciless nature can be. A lone adventurer, seeking the peace and thrill of the open water in his kayak, found himself imprisoned on a remote island by one of nature’s most fearsome predators: a giant saltwater crocodile.
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in Wander
The Festival That Only Happens
The invitation came in the form of a photograph. No words. No sender. Just a faded image of an unlit street lit only by rows of oil lamps, stretching into blackness. At the far end, I could just make out a figure—barefoot, carrying something on their head that looked like a crown of flames.
By Muhammad Sabeel7 months ago in Wander
14 Rides at Disneyland That Are Not Worth Riding
One of the biggest parts of planning a trip to the Disney Parks is figuring out how to get the best bang for your buck. The parks aren't cheap and especially as prices rise throughout the world, Disney is just going to keep getting more expensive. This will no doubt lead to guests spending fewer days in the park and being more strategic about their time inside of the park.
By Jenika Enoch7 months ago in Wander
Islamabad: The World’s 2nd Most Beautiful Capital
Nestled gracefully at the foothills of the majestic Margalla Hills, Islamabad stands not just as the political capital of Pakistan, but as a symbol of peace, modernity, and breathtaking natural beauty. Ranked as the 2nd most beautiful capital in the world, Islamabad is more than just a city—it is an experience that captures the soul with every sunrise and soothes the spirit with every breeze.
By Leah Brooke8 months ago in Wander
