The gardens of the Real Alcazar in Seville Spain are immense and beautiful.
Family Travel Spain

Best Day in Seville, Spain (with kids)

If you have a few extra days in your Spain itinerary, consider a short trip to Seville (or Sevilla), Spain.  Seville is steeped in history from the Romans to the Moors and beyond.  Kids will love the tales of kings, conquistadors, and explorers. We visited in November and the weather was beautiful (we were comfortable …

Family Travel Italy

What to do in Florence, Italy with Kids

Florence, Italy is the birthplace of The Renaissance.  Evidence of this is found throughout the city in its architecture and museums.  The city is a dream for art lovers, and for everyone who wants to experience the culture of Italy.  But, it’s not just for adults.  There is a lot to see and do in …

Itinerary Planning
Travel Tips

How to Plan Your Perfect Itinerary

Would you like to determine your itinerary for your upcoming trip, but you don’t know where to start?  If you are new to traveling, it can seem like a daunting task to determine the general itinerary for your trip.  It doesn’t have to be difficult, simply follow the steps below and you’re off to a …

Japan

Review: Conrad Tokyo Hotel

The Conrad Tokyo is a 5 Star hotel located in the Shimbashi business district, just next-door to the upscale Ginza neighborhood. Comprising the 28th to 37th floors of the high-rise allows serene views of the Tokyo Bay and the lovely Hamarikyu Gardens. Hospitality All of the Japanese people that we met in Tokyo (and throughout Japan) …

Japan

How to visit the Kyoto Bamboo Forest (with detailed directions)

On the outskirts of Kyoto is the beautiful Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.  If you have researched travel to Japan, you have probably seen many stunning photos of this forest.  When I saw these photos, I knew we needed to see it on our trip to Japan. Although, I had difficulty finding detailed directions to get there. …

Harajuku Cotton Candy from Totti Candy Factory
Japan

Top Things to See and Do in Tokyo

Our family of three absolutely loves Tokyo.  When we recently returned from Tokyo, we asked each other what our favorite things were about the city.  Here are the things that were at the top of all of our lists. There is so much to see and do in Tokyo, and this is by no means …

Yukiko, Tour guide in Tokyo
Japan

Review: Tokyo Tour Guide

I recently visited Japan for the first time with my husband, Josh, and our daughter.  On our first trip to Japan, I wanted to hire a tour guide in Tokyo.  Being immersed in the completely different language, alphabet and culture seemed much easier with a tour guide on our first day.  That’s where Yukiko and …

3D latte art, Dog, Tokyo, Japan. Reissue Cafe
Japan

3D Latte Art in Tokyo

UPDATED January 2020: Kohei Matsuno (the creator of these amazing 3D latte art creations) has opened his own cafe. The new place is called Hat Coffee Latte Art Club and is located in the Asakusa/Kuramae area. I am a huge fan of latte art, from the simple heart to the more complex designs.  It makes …

Thailand

Top Things to do in Bangkok

Top Things to do in Bangkok  Visit the Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn)  Drop in to a Floating Market  Explore the Grand Palace  Discover the Wat Phra Gaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)  Take the Express Boat on the Chao Phrya  Ride in a Tuk Tuk  Notice the Contradictions Throughout the City  Visit the Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) Located on the …

Italy

Top Things to do in Rome

One of my first and favorite memories of Rome is walking purposely to one site, and on the way, passing by ruins of ancient Roman remains.  There was no sign to describe what it was, and it was not in the guidebooks. The Romans had unearthed  just another roman empire-era site.  This is common throughout Rome. There is so much …