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May 7, 2024October 1, 2024East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

12 Beppu Hotels with Private Onsen

If soaking in Japanese hot springs is your thing, there’s no better place in Japan to visit than Beppu in Kyushu. Beppu is one of the most popular onsen towns […]

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March 15, 2024February 16, 2025East Asia, Japan

30 Cute and Kawaii Things to do in Tokyo

Kawaii culture in Tokyo celebrates all things cute and showcases the city’s playful side. Through colorful food, character cafes, and happy and heartwarming experiences, this list of cute and kawaii […]

March 6, 2024October 27, 2024East Asia, Japan

Teamlab Tokyo vs Teamlab Osaka: Which Is Better?

Teamlab digital art museums took the world by storm after the opening of Teamlab Borderless in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan in 2018. Now Japan has a number of amazing exhibits and […]

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February 16, 2024August 23, 2024East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

10 Hotels in Tokyo with Private Onsen

Finding a private onsen in Japan is a bucket-list item for many travelers here. Japan’s many famous onsen towns such as Nikko, Hakone, and Beppu are great places to start […]

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February 12, 2024August 18, 2024Tips

12 Travel-Themed Self-Care Ideas

From once-in-a-century pandemics to day-to-day stresses, we all need a bit of self-care to disconnect and unwind. These 12 travel-themed self care ideas will let you relax and recharge your […]

February 4, 2024June 1, 2024East Asia, Japan

Rainy Day Things To Do In Tokyo

Don’t let a rainy day in Tokyo put a damper on your travel plans. Tokyo is such an expansive city with so many things to do – even when you’re […]

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January 17, 2024March 17, 2024East Asia, Solo Travel, South Korea

15 Things to do in Jeonju, South Korea

Jeonju, South Korea has countless amazing things to do including visiting the largest Hanok Village in the country. Known as the cultural capital of Korea, its Jeonju’s slogan says here, […]

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January 13, 2024March 15, 2024Japan, Spectacular Stays

7 Kusatsu Onsen Ryokan with Private Onsen

Kusatsu Onsen, nestled in the mountains of Gunma in central Japan, is one of the country’s most iconic onsen towns. Travelers to Kusatsu Onsen come to soak in the famous hot […]

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January 8, 2024March 17, 2024Southeast Asia, Thailand

One Month in Thailand Itinerary – The Thailand Backpacking Route

Thailand has so much diversity and beauty to offer travelers with all types of interests that I never get bored of backpacking Thailand. I have no shame in admitting that I’ve […]

January 4, 2024April 5, 2024East Asia, Japan

One Day in Nagoya Itinerary

Nagoya, Japan is a large industrial city perfectly situated between Tokyo and Kyoto. Sadly, Nagoya doesn’t make it on a lot of Japan itineraries because it’s dismissed as just another large city. […]

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December 16, 2023October 1, 2024East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

10 Nagano Ryokan with Private Onsen

Nagano in central Japan is a popular location for experiencing rural Japanese villages, going skiing, enjoying snowy mountain views, and relaxing in onsen hot springs. One of the most common […]

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October 14, 2023January 1, 2024East Asia, Japan

10 Kanazawa Restaurants with Vegetarian Options

Eating out in Kanazawa and enjoying its unique cuisine is a huge part of experiencing the best of what the city has to offer. Kanazawa is a city known for […]

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February 28, 2023October 14, 2023East Asia, Japan

10 Osaka Restaurants with Vegetarian Options

Osaka is a foodie capital of Japan, so eating out in Osaka is a huge part of experiencing the best of the city. Being a vegetarian doesn’t mean you need […]

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February 25, 2023March 6, 2023Australia, Island Hopping, Oceania

20 Things to do on Magnetic Island

Magnetic Island, or “Maggie”, is a tranquil island escape just 20 minutes away from Townsville, Queensland, Australia by ferry. It is known for having one of the largest wild koala […]

February 21, 2023February 18, 2023New Zealand, Oceania

One Day in Auckland Itinerary

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is the business hub of the country as well as the main transit hub for visitors flying in and out of […]

February 18, 2023February 24, 2023United States

Visiting SUMMIT One Vanderbilt at Night

The One Vanderbilt building is a 93-story skyscraper located on 42nd Street and Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan, New York City. The skyscraper was completed in 2020, making it one of […]

February 13, 2023February 19, 2023Spectacular Stays, United States

Pod 51 vs Pod 39 in NYC

New York City is one of the most difficult places, possibly in the world, to find accommodation on a budget. With sky-high prices and additional hidden fees, you might think […]

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February 10, 2023February 18, 2023United States

Things to do at Night in New York City

New York City (NYC), New York is one of many cities that never sleeps. From flashing Times Square lights to rooftop bars to skyscraper summits, there are many awesome things […]

February 6, 2023January 28, 2025Eco-Travel, Island Hopping, Oceania, Tahiti

Scooter Rental in Tahiti

French Polynesia’s Tahiti and Moorea islands have a scooter rental service that is convenient, eco-friendly, unique, and cost-effective. Hello Scoot provides leading scooter rentals in Tahiti that provides bright yellow, solar-powered […]

January 31, 2023January 28, 2023United States

One Day In Colorado Springs Itinerary

Colorado Springs, Colorado is a charming college town located just an hour’s drive south of Denver. The town is bordered to the west by the Rocky Mountains, so visitors are […]

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November 26, 2022November 26, 2022East Asia, Japan, Spectacular Stays

Staying at Miyajima Guest House Mikuniya, Japan

November 11, 2022January 27, 2023Southeast Asia, Spectacular Stays, Thailand

Sherloft Home and Hostel in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Out of the literally hundreds of hostels and backpacker accommodation I’ve stayed in, one hostel sticks in my mind as one of the best: Sherloft Hostel in Chiang Mai, Thailand (now […]

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November 4, 2022November 16, 2022Australia, Trekking

Turtle Rock and The Sphinx Hike at Girraween National Park

The Turtle Rock and Sphinx trail located in Girraween National Park is a popular 3-4 hour hike for all fitness levels. Girraween National Park is located just outside of Stanthorpe […]

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October 28, 2022October 6, 2023East Asia, Japan, Trekking

13 Best Multi-Day Hikes in Japan

Long distance hiking is one of the best ways to see new places and experience new countries. I especially love multi-day hikes because they require getting off-the-beaten-path, spending time in nature, […]

October 24, 2022November 16, 2022Australia, Trekking

Guide to Hiking the Pyramid at Girraween National Park

The Pyramid hike is located in Girraween National Park, just outside of Stanthorpe in southern Queensland. The Pyramid in Girraween is a unique hike that requires scrambling over a steep […]