Each year, a number of publications including The Economist, EIU, and Mercer announce “The World’s Most Liveable Cities,” inspiring a flurry of social media sharing and a few inevitable raised eyebrows. One of our favourite lists is the annual Monocle Top 25, partly because it also takes into account just how much fun a city […]
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Five Japanese Dishes to Eat in Tokyo
You don’t have to leave Tokyo to experience Japan’s famous culinary prowess. Japan’s capital city is so large and varied that you could spend a lifetime here and not discover every hidden gem or must-try restaurant. That being said, it’s unlikely you will have anywhere near a lifetime to explore. Odds are you’ll only have […]
Japan vs Thailand on a Trip to Asia
Japan and Thailand are the two most popular destinations in Asia for westerners, and if you’re heading to the continent to the first time, you’ll probably head to one of the two. There’s a good reason for this. First of all, Japan and Thailand are easy to navigate, safe, and friendly. They also have long […]
The Perfect Two-Week Japan Vacation
Enjoy the many contrasts and surprises to be experienced in the “Land of the Rising Sun,” on a Japan vacation. Like visits to all countries, it is a question of what to see and do to not only enjoy a visit but to experience the highlights and to really get to know the destination when […]
Things to Do on an Asia Vacation That You Can Boast About When You Return
There are experiences on an Asia trip you can enjoy which are different and unusual… and you don’t have to climb Mount Everest. If you are like me, you love to tell your friends about the places you visited where you had a unique experience. Asia is definitely a destination for this without having to […]
Exploring Great Religions on World Travel
Religion offers a reason to travel across the world. And I’m not just talking about pilgrimage, whether the Hajj, which requires Muslims to make a trip to Mecca at least once in their lifetime, or the hiking trails along the Camino de Santiago in Western Spain, one of the most significant pilgrimages in Christianity. I […]
Six Most Gorgeous Places to Visit on Spring Getaways
It’s amazing the optimism spring brings with it. Not only does it mean winter is behind us, but also that our days will soon be filled with blooming flowers, thriving greenery, and gentle showers in the afternoon. Spring is also one of the best times to travel. Many destinations are at their loveliest in spring. […]
See Mount Fuji on Japan Tours with a New Direct Train from Tokyo
Mount Fuji is one of Japan’s greatest icons, but it’s not as easy to get to as you think. Or rather, it wasn’t as easy. Luckily, a new direct train service will make Mount Fuji closer to Tokyo than ever before and an essential stop on Japan tours, no matter the length of the trip. […]
Setouchi Takes Your Japan Vacation Off the Tourist Trail
You might not know the name Setouchi, but there’s a good chance you’ve seen it in pictures. Some of Japan’s most recognizable images including Himeji Castle, the “floating” gate of Itsukushima Shrine, and Hiroshima’s sobering Atomic Bomb Dome are all etched into the consciousness of those dreaming about a Japan vacation. To reach them, you […]
Five Different Ways to Wing It to Sydney on an Australia Vacation
More airlines than ever are flying the nonstop route between Los Angeles and Sydney. They bring with them state-of-the-art aircraft, friendly and efficient service, a variety of travel classes for those willing to spend that little bit extra, and in many cases, an unusually generous luggage allowance. It all helps make the journey more comfortable […]