Travel Beyond Ordinary

with Christopher Ludgate

Latest Stories

Soft Travelling at Beachfront balcony view at UNICO 2087 at Riviera Maya, MX. C. Ludgate

It was six in the morning when there was a quiet knock on the door. The blackout curtains were drawn and the clock was still turned down on the bed table. The night prior, I hung a...

Farm Sanctuary in Watkins Glen, NY is a beautiful haven for countless factory farming rescues. C. Ludgate

Sanctuary in the Finger Lakes

Waking up in the peaceful, sunlit atmosphere of Lake Seneca among a host of manicured rows boasting lush vines, I felt compelled to let the stillness be for a while. The deep blue lake...

Normandy's Chateau Dieppe on the English Channel. C. Ludgate

In the Footsteps of the Impressionists

As the boat approached the shores of Normandy, toward the French port of Dieppe, I felt awash in the light and atmosphere of the harbor. The saturation of the setting sun lit my way...

The New York Lunatic Asylum has been renovated into an apartment complex. Courtesy: Greystar

Exploring New York City's Psychiatric History

The Psychiatric History Tour in New York City offers a unique and fascinating deep dive into the city’s dark and crazy history of mental health care or lack thereof, really. The three-hour...

The courtyard gardens leading to London's St. Ermin's Hotel entrance. C. Ludgate

The Allure of St. Ermin's Hotel, London

St. Ermin's Hotel in London is a four-star hidden gem nestled in the heart of London's borough of Westminster. It's one of those places that delivers beyond its alluring charm, elegance,...

View of Lake Villarrica at Hotel Antumalal in Pucon, Chile. C. Ludgate

Chilean Dreamscapes

Drenched in late-day sunlight, in a valley between the Andean peaks of Chile’s Araucanía region, the shimmering waters of a glacial lake stretched before me. I gazed out from the shaded tea...

A Little Bit About Chris

Wanderama Travel is an informative resource providing useful first-hand travel ideas, knowledge, and inspiration. I am Christopher Ludgate; world traveler and author. With experience spanning many moons and many roads traveled as a professional explorer, filmmaker, and photographer, it is my inspired delight to share my published travel stories from a variety of outlets like Fodor’s, Wander Magazine, Passport, and others including those exclusive to Wanderama.

These curated stories are glimpses into adventures, experiences, and enriching itineraries beyond the typical. They’ve often changed my life, gave me hope and endless joy, and taught me more than I’d ever expected.

Reach Out

I am currently open to hearing about collaborations and travel assignment ideas for the coming year, I am available for select consultations about organizing and tailoring personal travel itineraries.

Or just say hi, ask me about me favorite destinations, maybe share yours?

Alternatively, you can email wanderamatravel@gmail.com