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Japan Itinerary: Epic Cities, Food, and Fun in 10 Days

Japan is such an amazing place to visit. From the food to the traditional culture, I had a lot of fun exploring. I’m not usually a fan of big cities, but for this trip I decided to lean into urban…

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…

Mountainous scenery with groups of hikers walking down a path

Scotland Itinerary: 10 Days in the Scottish Highlands

My Scotland itinerary, a 10-day trip through the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides Islands. Includes travel tips for your Highland adventure.

Germany Trip Report: My Return to Europe

After more than two years of staying in America, I finally made a return trip to Europe in May 2022. My wife and I decided to spend our vacation in southern Germany. Why Germany? It was mostly personal interest, but…