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Kyoto Day Trip: Amanohashidate, Japan’s Scenic Sandbar

While Kyoto, Japan, has much to offer travelers, a scenic day trip option is Amanohashidate. Also known as โ€œThe Bridge to Heaven,โ€ itโ€™s touted as one of Japanโ€™s three most scenic areas. This is due to the 2.2-mile (3.6-kilometer) natural sand bridge covered in pine trees that sits in the Sea of Japan, set against…Read more...

Notes On Sightseeing vs. Experiencing When Traveling

“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” – Henry Miller I always think it’s interesting when I book trips with friends or family and they immediately go out and purchase guidebooks and make a pre-planned itinerary of activities for us. Those who read my blog know I’m an avid…Read more...

Culture Shock: My First Onsen Experience In Japan

โ€œWhen doing the Japanese onsen youโ€™ll bring a small and big towel to the locker room where you can leave the big towel in a locker or basket. The baths are separated by male and female. Youโ€™ll then remove your clothes and bring your small towel with you to the public bathing area to wash…Read more...

Is Technology Ruining Travel?

“What are your must have travel apps?” I was currently being interviewed by a weekly radio show focused on travel. I pondered the question. Sure, because I was a travel blogger and traveling was a business for me I used Instagram and Twitter to promote the destinations I would be writing about; however, when it…Read more...
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Notes On Measuring Travel In Friends Rather Than Miles

“A journey is best measured in friends rather than miles” – Tim Cahill Sometimes, I feel like I’m the only traveler on the planet who doesn’t love Rio de Janeiro. I know, I know. What’s wrong with me? I hiked Sugar Loaf and Pico Da Tijuca, ate tasty tapioca from street vendors, saw colorful street…Read more...
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Immersive Travel: Top Cultural Experiences In French Polynesia

For those who enjoy cultural travel, French Polynesia is an excellent destination. Settled by ancient Polynesians who arrived from Southeast Asia on outrigger canoes, each island has its own personality and tells a piece of the story. To help you with planning a trip to French Polynesia, here are some top culturally-immersive experiences. 1. Visit…Read more...
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