Most people visit Hiroshima to learn about the atomic bomb that was dropped on the city by American forces in 1945 at the end of World War II. The memorial to the victims, centered around a bombed-out dome — the only structure that survived the blast — is sobering. Despite this tragic moment in its […]
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The 30 Best Things to Do in Tokyo
Last Updated: 3/8/24 | March 8th, 2024 Tokyo is an incredible, massive city home to almost 14 million people. It’s the capital of Japan and home to a wide array of fun, historic, and quirky attractions. From the world’s largest tuna auction and the Imperial Palace to ninja restaurants and vampire cafés, Tokyo really does […]
How to Spend Your Time in Tokyo: A Suggested Itinerary
Last Updated: 4/22/24 | April 22nd, 2024 Tokyo is one of the most amazing cities in the world. It’s fast-paced, futuristic, and bursting with weird and wonderful activities to keep you busy, including gorgeous shrines, palaces, and temples; hip clubs and bars; and fashionable people and shopping, not to mention beautiful cherry blossoms. Tokyo lives […]
Where to Stay in Tokyo: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Posted: 4/4/24 | April 4th, 2024 Tokyo is the largest city in the world, home to a whopping 37 million people in the metro area. The city. Incredible, amazing, and bewildering. But massive. In terms of neighborhoods, there are 14 urban hubs spread out across the megalopolis. There are also 23 wards — five of […]
15+ Incredible Places to Eat in Tokyo
I asked for your food recommendations for Tokyo, and you did not disappoint. In November, me and some friends spent a week eating our way around the city. It’s hard to have a bad meal in Tokyo, and while I didn’t get to eat everywhere, these are some of the best places!
São Paulo Travel Guide
A lot of travelers skip São Paulo when visiting Brazil, choosing to go to Rio de Janeiro and other parts of the country instead. This sprawling metropolis shouldn’t be skipped. Originally inhabited by the indigenous Tupi people, Portuguese Jesuit priests colonized the area in 1554. The settlement remained small until the 18th-century gold rush in […]
The Beautiful Temples and Gardens of Kyoto
Updated: 7/15/22 | July 15th, 2022 I dreamed of Kyoto and its thousands of temples for as long as I’ve dreamed of Japan. I love Japanese architecture and Zen gardens. One day, when I own a home, my backyard will be designed as a Japanese Zen garden, complete with pond, koi fish, rock garden, and […]
San Francisco Travel Guide
Known for its counter-culture roots, eclectic music scene, startup tech companies, booming immigration populations, and picturesque views, San Francisco is an exciting city to visit. Here you’ll find hippies, college students, tech giants, artists, immigrant enclaves, and everything in between. It’s one of the most diverse cities in the country. To me, visiting San Francisco […]
The 10 Best Hostels in Tokyo
Last Updated: 9/13/2023 | September 13th, 2023 Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in the world. While the city is amazing and worth spending a few days exploring, it can easily destroy any budget if you’re not careful. Fortunately, there are plenty of amazing — and affordable — hostels in Tokyo where you […]
The 30 Best Things to Do in San Francisco
Last Updated: 2/1/24 | February 1st, 2024 I love San Francisco. It’s a city home to hippies, techies, artists, immigrants, students, and everyone in between. There’s incredible music, delicious food for all budgets, parks galore, and an amazing bohemian vibe. With so many diverse influences, it’s no surprise that San Francisco has evolved into a […]
Hawaii Travel Guide
Hawai’i is a post-card-perfect group of islands located 2,500 miles off the west coast of mainland USA. It’s a popular getaway for surfers, honeymooners, hikers, and anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the slower pace of island life. The beauty of Hawai’i lies in the land (or Aina), people, and indigenous culture. As a […]
Take More Vacations: Advice from Scott Keyes
Posted: 5/17/21 | May 17th, 2021 Scott’s Cheap Flights is one of the biggest and best deal-finding websites on the internet. I check them regularly when I’m on the hunt for a new trip. They are just unmatched in the deals they find (at least for the US market). Its founder, Scott Keyes, recently wrote […]