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Kyoto Garden Ryokan Yachiyo. One of the best ways to experience some of the romantic Old-World charm of Kyoto is to stay in one of the city’s many “ryokan.” These traditional inns are often family-run and located in a scenic natural setting or set in a Japanese garden. Interiors have a rustic look that keeps…
Let’s face it: when we travel somewhere for the first time, especially a place that can seem as foreign as Japan, it’s easy to fall into the same tourist trail. Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Okinawa, and Hiroshima — these are Japan’s hot spots for tourists. Believe us, we love them, too. We can’t get enough of…
Courtesy of Flickr/mshipp Today is International Whiskey Day! In celebration of the brown stuff, we’ve rounded up five perfect itineraries for the whiskey-lover. Ranging from the big city lights of Tokyo to the scenic Texas hill country — and, of course, the verdant green hills of Scotland, there’s an itinerary here for every type of…
Cherry blossom season is a short and sweet affair that only lasts around two weeks, though many people spend months anticipating the beautiful and delicate blossoms. While most blooms are typically a pale pink or snow white hue, there are more than 600 varieties of cherry blossom trees that burst in colors such as bubble…
Planning a trip to Asia can be both exciting and daunting, especially for a first-time traveler to the region. After all, the world’s largest continent is also among the most diverse places on earth, and with so much to offer, it can be a challenge narrowing down the choices. If you haven’t been to Asia…
Packed with both modern and ancient culture, Japan makes for a fascinating travel destination. One could spend months exploring the scenery, food, history, and captivating people in the country. However, if you’re only visiting for a little over a week, consider this itinerary, which will help you maximize your time. Given the tight timeframe, we…
Photo courtesy of Flickr/John Haslam Ringing in the new year and bidding adieu to the old one is a tradition that spans the globe. But it’s not just all fireworks and glittery ball drops everywhere. Some celebrate by eating 12 grapes, while others smash fine china. If you’re looking for a celebration that’s a little…
While it may be marketed as the season of good cheer, Christmas is not the most wonderful time of year for everyone. Whether you find the non-stop caroling and festive decorations to be overwhelming, you’re not in the mood to participate in any heated political debates with extended family members, or you’re just not the…
Fact: Traveling and eating healthy don’t always go together. After all, you’re on vacation and stuffing your gullet with buttery, cream-filled pastries in France and three helpings of soul-satisfying fried food in the American south just feels right. But for some, with that overindulging comes days of inevitable post-trip guilt. Instead, sidestep that wretched feeling…
While lots of travelers view long-haul flights and rocking boat rides as barely tolerable means to ends, there are some out there — those true believers that the journey is as important as the destination — who enjoy the experience of getting from point A to point B. Some even feel that the harder the…