The city of Kyoto, Japan is home to over 1600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines to visit. This is one of the main reasons it is a popular city to visit as it makes for a great place to learn about Japanese history and traditions. With so many different temples and shrines to visit, it can be difficult to choose which ones to visit during a short stay. The most popular ones are spread throughout the city and are best enjoyed earlier in the morning before the crowds come. You are best off planning to visit one popular temple or shrine along with a couple of smaller ones to…
The Ultimate Bangkok Bucket List
Bangkok is a bustling city full of activites for all ages and interests. Check out this list for awesome activities to add to your Bangkok bucket list!
Tips for Your First Trip to Vietnam
Oh, Did I ever wish I read up on Vietnam tips prior to visiting the country! Vietnam is an incredible country filled with unique history and beautiful landscape. From the bustling main cities to the roaring limestone mountains in Halong Bay, there are fantastic places to explore that suit everyone’s travel preferences. Not to mention that an entire week in Vietnam can be cheaper than a single day in cities in Europe! Vietnam ranks top of my list for countries I’ve visited, due to the incredible scenery, food, friendly locals, and history that the country has to offer. But, there are definitely some things you should be aware of before…
Tips for Your First Trip to Thailand
Thailand is a hot tourist destination for people of all ages for a reason – the country is absolutely beautiful, affordable, and has incredible food. From island hopping in Phuket to temple hunting in Chiang Mai, to food tours and animal sanctuaries all over the country, there sure are a lot of adventures for all sorts of travel styles. As with travelling to any country, it is important to research customs and traditions to ensure you respect the country and the locals. And so, I’ve put together my list of things you should know before your first trip to the beautiful country of Thailand! **Please note that this blog post…
One Week Japan Itinerary
Japan was always a place that I wanted to experience, and I just so happened to splurge on a last minute ticket for a week-long getaway in Japan! Some of my friends had told me there was no way I could experience Japan in a single week, but I’d like to think I was able to see a lot of the sights and culture. From robot shows, to amazing food, to anime, and to bowing deer, I’m going to take you through my one-week itinerary to see the highlights that Japan has to offer. Day 1 – Arrival in Tokyo – Narita Airport If you’re flying from North America, you’re…
