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8 Reasons to Visit Osaka Instead of Tokyo

Everyone knows about Japan’s famous capital, but could Osaka be the better city to visit? Tokyo versus Osaka is a classic rivalry, and the cultural megalopolis of Tokyo often overshadows its western neighbor. But Osaka has lots to offer, with…

Kyoto Travel Guide: How to Visit Japan’s Ancient Capital

Kyoto is a major center of Japanese culture, a mystical city where traditional arts thrive and ancient temples dot the landscape. But it’s also a big, modern city. Think of this Kyoto travel guide as an introduction with some advice…

11 Things to Do in Tokyo on Your First Trip

My introduction to Japan was the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo. Since the majority of Japan’s international flights arrive there, you might start there too. But with so many things to do in Tokyo, how should a first-time visitor approach it?…

Japan Trip Report: Epic City Adventures

It all started as a wild idea. After a couple beers and several skewers of yakitori, someone said “we should all go to Japan together!” That’s how I ended up planning a trip to Japan with my longtime friend Sean…

Isle of Skye Travel Guide for Time-Crunched Travelers

The Isle of Skye is an amazingly beautiful corner of Scotland. With jagged mountains and sloping green hills that tumble toward the sea, Skye’s misty landscapes have an almost irresistible pull for travelers. For many of us though, Skye is…

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Tips and Advice

9 Tips to Survive Flying in 2023

I love flying. For years, I’ve been booking flights without too much worry about which tickets to buy or what flying tips to follow. But unfortunately things in the post-pandemic world have made flying more challenging. Missed connections, lost luggage,…

8 Reasons to Visit Osaka Instead of Tokyo

Kyoto Travel Guide: How to Visit Japan’s Ancient Capital

11 Things to Do in Tokyo on Your First Trip

Japan Trip Report: Epic City Adventures

Isle of Skye Travel Guide for Time-Crunched Travelers

9 Tips to Survive Flying in 2023

Scotland Itinerary: 10 Days in the Scottish Highlands

Miami Travel Guide and 3-Day Itinerary

Isle of Staffa: Add This Magical Island to Your Scotland Itinerary

Iona Abbey: Visit the Medieval Center of Christianity in Scotland