Tokyo blends the energy of New York City with the refinement of Paris. Though it can be intimidating to plan a trip for a first time visitor, especially if it’s their first trip to Asia. By combining the traditional Japanese…
Packing List for Japanese Exchange Students Spending a year abroad is exciting. I know, I’m living and studying in Tokyo, Japan, for a year as a high-school student. Packing for a year can be daunting, I spent weeks planning and…
Has a movie ever inspired you to travel across the world? Back in the late 80s, I sat in a movie theater watchingIndiana Jones and The Last Crusadeand saw The Treasury for the first time. I knew I had to…
Shinjuku, the neighborhood around one of the busiest Metro Stations in Tokyo, is known as entertainment district to most. This area offers restaurants and bars that locals frequent though the tourists come for one show in particular. With an over-the-top,…
If it’s your first visit to Tokyo, Japanese food can be intimidating so find a local to point out some favorites. That’s why After 5 Food Tour by Urban Adventures helped me in my first week living in Japan. My…
How to Prep for a Trip to Japan Planning a trip to Japan can be intimidating, I was when I first started. The language barrier had me stumbling over destination names that all looked alike. To get my Japanese Bucket…
Jordan’s adventure makes it a destination kids will remember for a lifetime. Best suited for well-traveled tweens and teens, Jordan offers families camel rides, movie sets to explore and Arabian glamping with amazing views of the Milky Way. Read on…
Jordan, a peaceful Kingdom in the Middle East, offers families an adventure of a lifetime. Best suited for tweens and teens, Jordan boasts several UNESCO World Hertiage Sites, some of the best snorkeling in the world along with an epic…
Imagine setting off for a new land to discover and settle for your king back in the Old World. What’s out there, who’s out there and what’s needed to survive? Learn about the 1604 to 1605 colony that became the…
More than 20 years years ago I added Jordan to my bucket list. Then an email came and suddenly I’m on my way. With just a few weeks to prepare, I had a lot to learn. Though the biggest dilemma…
The Dominican Republic in the Caribbean offers a tropical escape blending outdoor adventure, cultural enrichment and culinary discoveries. Here’s a list of absolute musts to do in Punta Cana with kids, or without for your trip. Top Things to do…
A beach vacation tops many lists as the ultimate place to unplug and relax. I’ve got all the details for the Ocean Blue and Sand for your next trip. Why Stay at All-Inclusive Recently I woke up, grabbed my passport…