Tokyo, a sprawling metropolis, is the perfect base for day trips showcasing Japan’s diverse landscapes and experiences. Whether you’re craving a serene escape to nature, a dive into the country’s rich history, or a taste of its quirky, tech-driven culture, the options are endless. From iconic landmarks like Mount Fuji to offbeat spots like Enoshima […]
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Ranking the Seven Wonders of The World after witnessing them with my own eyes is a blessing that I’ll always be grateful for and hope I never take for granted. On my 40th birthday last year, I polished off my last item on the World Wonder’s list, visiting Chichén Itzá in the Yucatán province of
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Who wins the Macau vs Las Vegas argument? These two cities are often mentioned in the same breath when talking about the best gambling destinations on earth, however, they bring completely different vibes to the table. In the blue corner… we have Macau. The lesser-known autonomous region, formerly a Portuguese colony, is accessible via Hong
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As an island group famous for robust centenarians, brutal Second World War battles and the bragging rights of being the healthiest place on earth, an Okinawa itinerary should certainly be considered if you’re travelling in Japan and have the gift of time on your side. Roughly 400 miles south of mainland Japan and 300 miles
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It’s 3 am, I’ve just arrived back over the border in China after four days in notorious North Korea, also known as DPRK (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea), and all I want to do is crash into my bed. But I’m trying to get into the habit of writing travel posts when my emotions are
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Let’s face it, visiting North Korea isn’t the same as jetting off for an Australian road trip, or living the beach bum life on a Belize island and it takes a lot more meticulous planning and research than your typical destinations. Whether you like it or not; it’s firmly in the category of weird/alternative travel
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Looking for a suitable Hong Kong Bucket list is no mean feat, especially if it’s your first time in one of the most densely populated regions on earth. With a long-held image of a concrete jungle of high rises, an intense work ethic and a jostling population, Hong Kong is often written off as a
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Getting to the Mt Fuji summit was the icing on the cake for me after a 5-star, first-time trip to Japan so I thought I’d tackle the question; just how hard is it to climb Mount Fuji for beginners, middle-of-the-pack people and experienced hikers? I personally climbed Mount Fuji as an absolute beginner, it was
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Originally posted July 2014. Updated in April 2024. To celebrate my 30th birthday; I took on another Man vs Clock challenge of taking on the world’s highest bungee jump in Macau by jumping 233 metres (764 feet) from the top of Macau Tower. It was every bit as intimidating, pricey and exhilarating as I thought
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Real talk; the best place to see the Great Wall of China is not the area where travel agents within the country tell you it is. This isn’t because they’re being purposefully unscrupulous, they just want the best-case scenario for their business, with less hassle and maximal profit margins. And it’s you, the tourist who
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Which is better to visit; Tokyo or Kyoto, when you are forced to prioritise one of them during your trip to Japan? To answer that, let’s make a battle, Tokyo vs Kyoto: Japan’s current capital city up against the former. Two titans of tourism that stand alone for their own valid reasons, the pair of
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I have been lucky enough to say that I visited the number one destination on my travel bucket list, Okinawa, which also happens to hold the impressive title of being ‘the healthiest place on earth.’ So I gathered it would make sense to learn a couple of Okinawan longevity tips while I was there and
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It is late September and I am feeding deer in Nara Park, Japan. The male deer with big beautiful antlers bows in gratitude as I hold out a cracker for him. I am gobsmacked. Two female deer come over and bow already as I put my hand in the cracker packet to feed them, and
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I knew that I wouldn’t have too much trouble finding slightly odd and fun things to do in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan. Every time I’ve encountered a Taiwanese person on the road they’ve always been a total legend of a human being, armed with charming quintessential Southeast Asian traits: gentle, warm, welcoming, humble, and
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