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The Wander Word

Naples is a metropolis in southern Italy that sits on a bay overlooked by the looming, active volcano,  Mount Vesuvius.  For thousands of years, people have been visiting and inhabiting this mysterious and complex city that holds much of Italy’s treasures and magic.  Ancient History Naples: Capital of the region of Campania. Population: 2.2 million. […]

Naples, Italy: Why People Tell You Not To Go And Why You Shouldn’t Listen

Let’s talk about where wanderlust comes from. Why do we travel? Why do we feel the need to leave our home? Where are you going and why do you wander so? Here is my personal answer ponered before boarding a flight to Lisbon, Portugal. Pre-boarding As I sit in terminal E, Aperol spritz in hand, […]

Wanderlust: Why do we chase it?

Sunrise view from Logan International Airport