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The Wander Project is Dead.
The Wander Project is Dead. And I’m really, really happy about it. In the several months that TWP has been up and running, I’ve reached one conclusion: I don’t want to keep a travel blog. It feels forced, and the idea of having to generate content for content’s sake is slightly nauseating. As an editor friend reminded me today: if you’re writing something you’re not 100% into, it’s simply not worth the effort in the end (unless,of course, you’re paying the bills- then it’s called a job). He also pointed out the flawed mechanics of [...]
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Basic barley-and-hops knowledge is really all that separates well-traveled beer connoisseurs from meandering alcoholics. TWP enlisted brewer Ryan Frank, fresh off an eight-country brewery tour and a stint at the Siebel Institute & World Brewing Academy, to profile four of the world’s best beer-producing destinations. Belgium We’ll start where any discussion of beer must: by paying homage to Belgium’s Trappist monks, who’ve created some of the best beer on the planet (in service to the Lord, of course). Belgian Golden Strong As the name implies, beers in this category are generally golden in color and highly alcoholic. Belgian yeast is highlighted [...]
Your Backpack. As a long-term traveler, it might be the most important piece of gear you select. For a bag you’ll actually enjoy hauling around the world, look for quality construction, a perfect fit and smart design. Quality: When purchasing a pack, you should expect to get what you pay for. Can you make it around the world with a cheap backpack? Of course—many people have. But your pack will soon feel like an extension of your body, and it’ll take more abuse than anything else you own. Why not go for [...]
