Are you stuck at home and can’t travel for a while? Or are you getting the kids excited for your next trip? Then cure your wanderlust by planning a themed night-in, based on your destination of choice. When you can’t travel, use the ideas below to take a trip without traveling. Whether it’s your favorite …
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7 Surprising Things About Japan
When I was planning our trip to Japan, I knew that it would be a country unlike any other I had visited before–that’s why I wanted to experience it. Ancient temples mixed with cutting-edge technology are scattered throughout Tokyo. History and beauty are plentiful in Kyoto. And the people of Japan are amazingly nice and …
7 Fun Things to do in Harajuku, Japan
Harajuku is intense, in the best possible way. Delicious smells waft in the air, a messenger of the treats you will soon try. Colors abound with kawaii (the culture of cuteness in Japan) found on signs, fashion, and even food. Harajuku is full of entertainment and below we break down some of the most fun things …
Dominique Ansel Bakeries in Tokyo, Japan
Ever since I was very young, I have loved bakeries. To me, a baked good is the ultimate treat, especially fresh from the oven. Bakeries = happiness to me. The smells, the proudly displayed items. I love it! Recently, my wife, daughter, and I had the incredible pleasure of traveling to Tokyo, Japan. While planning …
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) …
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. …
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 …
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 …